Australia Legalises Same-Sex Marriage

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Australia becomes the 25th country to recognise same-sex marriage after passing a bill to legalise marriage equality.

The almost unanimous vote follows a recent national postal survey, where 61% of 12 million people who responded were in favour of the change in law.

The Prime Minister declared, following an emotional debate at Parliament house in Canberra, that “This is Australia; fair, diverse, loving and filled with respect for everyone.”

The vote was passed with only four in opposition – incredible! Members celebrated with tears of joy as they let the moment sink in.

Same Sex Marriage Bill: "That's it" – Speaker – Honourable Tony Smith MP. Australia has legalised same-sex marriage. https://t.co/djXu52wOVB #SSM #auspol #7News pic.twitter.com/NSYoAvO3TR
— 7 News Melbourne (@7NewsMelbourne) December 7, 2017

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