A WAVE of local support for marriage equality has led Corangamite MP Darren Cheeseman to formally announce his support for gay marriage in Australia.

Mr Cheeseman said many locals had approached him to share their views, personal stories and pleas for equal rights.

Mr Cheeseman has received an overwhelming response from his electorate since late 2010, after a motion asking parliamentarians to consult with their local community was passed.

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