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Australia’s Surrogacy System Is Broken — Here’s What Needs to Change

May 27, 2025 • Stephen Page • Season 1 • Episode 128

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In this episode of the Page Provan podcast, renowned fertility and family law expert Stephen Page explores why Australia’s surrogacy system is no longer fit for purpose — and what must be done to fix it.

Drawing on insights from his recent article in the Australian Family Lawyer journal, Stephen outlines the serious legal and ethical gaps in Australia’s current patchwork of surrogacy laws. With intended parents forced overseas, surrogates left without clear protections, and children caught in the middle, the need for reform is undeniable.

As the Australian Law Reform Commission undertakes a major review of surrogacy laws, this conversation is both timely and necessary. With decades of experience and hundreds of surrogacy cases behind him, Stephen brings a unique clarity to one of the most complex areas of modern family law.