 Victoria has recognised domestic partnerships since December 2008.The Parliament passed the "Relationships Act 2008" on 10 April 2008 and came into effect on 1 December 2008.This allowed same-sex couples to register their relationships with the state Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages and provide conclusive proof of a "de facto" relationship, allowing them to receive all the benefits and rights of such a couple under state and federal law.