Consent adjournments are not automatically granted even where all parties agree; the court must independently assess compliance with the overriding purpose provisions in ss 56 and 57 of the Civil Procedure Act 2005 (NSW). However, the pendency of related proceedings in another court that may substantially reduce or eliminate the proceedings is a relevant factor that may justify granting a consent adjournment despite concerns about delay.
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