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Information about relationship breakdown, parenting and children, and sex and the law.

Divorce, separation and marriage annulment

The legal processes of ending a marriage or de facto relationship.

Sex and the law

There are laws about the age at which young people can have sex, having sex with someone against their will, and taking and sending sexual images of young people.

Other support for relationships

Learn where to get legal help and other support for relationships.

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