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Out of Federal Electoral Divisions, recorded a majority Yes response, and just 17 divisions recorded a majority No response. Surprised to learn it was the closest margin in the country. How the states and territories voted. Follow SBS News. See the full results on the ABS marriage survey website.
The government launched the survey to gauge support for equal marriage before deciding whether to bring legislation to parliament. It is our job now to get on with it, get on with it and get this done. Magda Szubanski same sex marriage news poll victoria in Gilbert issued a last-minute plea to politicians to quickly deal with marriage reform legislation in the event of a Yes vote.
Through his Facebook page, Mr Abbott told followers he congratulated the Yes campaign, and said the Parliament should respect the vote.
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Crowd gather at Prince Alfred Park in Surry Hills and celebrate the majority yes vote of the results of the postal vote. Retrieved 19 November Why workers don't want to rush back to the office.