Same sex relationships.
What are my rights, entitlements and obligations?
Same sex relationships are included within the definition of ‘de facto couple’ in the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). Therefore, de facto and same sex couples (that aren’t married) have the same rights, entitlements and obligations regarding property, maintenance and parenting matters.
With respect to property matters, applications must be made within 2 years from the date of separation.