No, there is no state-wide relationship registry. However, same-sex couples in a de facto relationship are entitled to most of the rights and benefits of legal marriage, except that they must prove the validity of their relationship using financial receipts, legal documents, witnesses and affidavits.
Yes, Victoria has had a state-wide registry for same-sex relationships beginning in December 2008.
Yes, as of July 1, 2010, same-sex couples can register their relationship with the state of New South Wales.
Such partners purportedly have the same rights and responsibilities as legally married couples, although there is the additional burden of proving that the relationship qualifies, since there is no registry.
Yes, Western Australia was the first state to permit such adoptions when it reformed its laws in 2002.
Yes, beginning January 1, 2004, same-sex couples in Tasmania can register with the state government for a type of domestic partnership that identifies them as de facto partners, which entitles them to most of the rights and benefits of legal marriage.
Yes, effective March 5, 2012. Registered or not, de facto same-sex couples are entitled to most of the rights and benefits of marriage. In the absence of civil partnership registration, they are required to prove the nature of their relationship using financial receipts, legal documents and sworn affidavits.
The registry is open to both same-sex and opposite-sex couples. Partners must either be residents of the county, or at least one partner must be employed by the county.
The registry is open to both same-sex and opposite sex couples. There is no residency requirement.
The registry is limited to same-sex couples who are residents of Milwaukee.
The registry is open to both same-sex and opposite sex couples. Partners must either be residents of the county or at least one partner must be employed by the county.
The registry is limited to same-sex couples only. There is no residency requirement.