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Section 71 - Family Law Act 1975 - Interpretation | Zoe

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Family Law Act 1975

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How long do I have to apply for a property settlement after divorce or separation in Australia?Australia (Commonwealth)

In this Part:

marriage includes a void marriage.

remarriage, in relation to a person who was a party to a purported marriage that is void, means marriage.

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