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28 Jan 2004

A consideration of some of the issues raised in the civil union / same-sex marriage debate in the New Zealand context. Adapted from a presentation by Nigel Christie for "Project 9 July" at "The Pound", Wellington, New Zealand on 28 January 2004.

We May Not Like The Décor, But …

25 May 2001

I strongly believe that the proposed Civil Union Bill is contrary to the principles of equality under the law for same-sex couples. In this piece, I explain why I believe this to be the case. In summary, it is a comment on the issue of seeking same-sex marriage as opposed to seeking separate but unequal legislation for registered partnerships.

A Higher Level of Commitment

8 May 2001

On Tv1 on 7 May 2001, there was quite a wonderful programme about Hudson and Halls. This was a great opportunity for media to editorialise and support same-sex relationships in New Zealand – an opportunity they missed, preferring instead to relegate this issue, and Hudson and Halls lives, back into the “entertainment” sections.

Same-Sex Marriage

May 2001

This is an earlier and preliminary comment on equal recognition of same-sex couples.