Same-sex couples planning to marry in the ACT say they and their families will be “devastated” if the High Court overrules the Territory’s Marriage Equality Act before they can wed.
Today the High Court set hearings in the case for December 3rd and 4th. Marriages are expected to begin from December 7th.
Canberra resident, Meg Clark, who plans to marry long-time partner Anne-Marie Delahunt, said,
“We would be devastated if the marriage doesn’t go ahead.”
“Our marriage means so much to our families, and they are so excited and enthusiastic about it, they would be devasted too.”
“We’ve booked the flowers, the catering, the celebrant and the wedding centre, bought our outfits and sent our invitations.”
“But what will be much harder than re-arranging all this is telling my grandaughter, who has already brought her flower girl dress, that the marriage is off because the government won’t let it happen.”
Australian Marriage Equality national director, Rodney Croome, said,
“It is disappointing the federal government has sought to expedite this challenge because hundreds of couples like Meg and Anne-Marie are currently preparing for their special day.”
“It is also hypocritical of the federal government to be rushing to over turn the ACT law when it has said there are many higher prioities for it than dealing with marriage equality at a federal level.”
For more information contact Meg Clark 0412 446 136 or Rodney Croome on 0409 010 668.
Author: Rodney Croome
Publication: AME Media Release
Date: 4 November 2013