Advocates have congratulated the ACT Government ahead of the imminent passage of their historic legislation that will allow same-sex couples from all over Australia to marry in the ACT.
Deputy director of Australian Marriage Equality and ACT resident Ivan Hinton, said,
“The ACT is just days away from making history and embracing a reform that has become an aspiration for all Australians that value fairness and equality.”
“From 10am next Tuesday eyes from around the nation and the world will be watching as Canberra becomes the most inclusive place in Australia for same-sex couples.”
“We know thousands of same-sex couples from across Australia have indicated their interest in marrying in the ACT and these weddings will begin soon after the bill passes, regardless of any Federal Government intervention.”
“We hope that ACT Liberal MLA’s who support the gay and lesbian community will join Labor and the Greens in voting to make history.”
The ACT Government will also broadcast a live feed on their website.
Australian Marriage Equality has established a wedding registry for couples seeking to marry in the ACT.
For more information call Ivan Hinton on 0419 124 826
Contact details for couples wishing to marry in the ACT are available upon request.
Author: Ivan Hinton
Publication: AME Media Release
Date: 16 October 2013