Australians said yes, now it's the Parliament turn

People react after ABS survey results announced

People celebrate after watching the marriage vote result announcement at Prince Regent Park in Sydney, November 15, 2017. Source: AAP

A big 'Yes' came via postal survey.

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Published 16 November 2017 12:18pm

Updated 16 August 2022 10:21am

By Aileen Phillips, Marco Lucchi

Source: SBS

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A big 'Yes' came via postal survey.

Australians have given same-sex marriage their approval with a 61% 'Yes' vote against a 38% of 'No' preferences. The Marriage Law in Australia is now in the hands of the Parliament and according to PM Turnbull the decision would be taken by December.