Responsible adult

A responsible adult is defined as a person who is over the age of 18 years and is:

• a parent, step-parent or guardian of the minor

• the minor’s spouse or de facto partner

• for the time being, standing in as the parent of the minor.

A person standing in as the parent could include a relative such as a grandparent, aunt/uncle, or a person in charge of an organised sporting or school group.