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Family Law Act 1975

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#### 8 Supersession of existing laws (1) After the commencement of this Act, proceedings by way of a matrimonial cause shall not be instituted except under this Act. (2) Proceedings for a decree of restitution of conjugal rights, of jactitation of marriage or of judicial separation shall not be instituted or continued after the commencement of this Act. (3) Proceedings for a separation order shall not be instituted after the commencement of this Act.

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