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Formalising Relationships

Things you need to do when you’ve decided to formally acknowledge your relationship, and things to think about .

Civil Unions
What a civil union is, the ceremony, applying for a licence, changing a marriage to a civil union, paying for your civil union licence, and collecting and using your licence.

Provided by Department of Internal Affairs, a government agency providing a range of services supporting government, communities and citizenship.

Marriages
The legal requirements for getting married, applying for a marriage licence, requesting a marriage certificate, getting married overseas, obtaining application forms, and the associated fees.

Provided by Department of Internal Affairs, a government agency providing a range of services supporting government, communities and citizenship.

Relationships – Second Marriages
Things to remember when you’re thinking of getting married again, choosing your partner carefully, learning to live with a stepfamily, and seeking help.

Provided by Better Health Channel, providing health and Medical information for consumers, quality assured by the Victorian government (Australia).

Remarriage – Is It A Good Idea?
Thinking about the when, why, and to whom of remarriage.

Provided by Relationships Australia, an organisation that offers resources to couples, individuals and families to help enhance and support relationships.

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