4Definitions

#### 4 Definitions 4 Definitions > > (1) In this Act: > > > > adult means a person of or above the age of 18 years. > > > > corresponding law means a law of another State or a Territory providing for the registration of or recognition of relationships that is prescribed by the regulations. > > > > interstate registered relationship—see section 16. > > > > Register means the Register established under the [Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act 1995](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1995-062). > > > > registered relationship means a relationship that is registered under this Act. > > > > Registrar means the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages within the meaning of the [Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act 1995](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1995-062). > > > > Note— > > > > The [Interpretation Act 1987](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1987-015) contains definitions and other provisions that affect the interpretation and application of this Act. > > > (2) Notes included in this Act do not form part of this Act.