How do I apply for a divorce in Australia?

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To divorce in Australia, you must show the marriage has broken down irretrievably, by being separated for at least 12 months. You can sometimes be separated while still living under the same roof.

If you've been married less than two years, you generally need to attend counselling first or get court permission.

Applications are made online to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, either jointly or on your own.

Divorce doesn't deal with property or children, and it starts a 12-month time limit for property claims.

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