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Same-sex couples tie knot in New Zealand Aug 19th 2013, 00:48 WELLINGTON— Dozens of same-sex couples said "I do" Monday as New Zealand became the first Asia-Pacific country, and only the 14th in the world, to legalize gay marriage.   Vows were exchanged in venues ranging from an airliner cruising at 30,000 feet (9,150 meters) to a historic bath house as gay men and women took advantage of the law change.   The Campaign For Marriage Equality said it ended an historical injustice and meant the love of all people was recognised as equal in the eyes of the law.   "A massive congratulations to the happy couples tying the knot today. Marriage equality has finally arrived in New Zealand," spokesman Conrad Reyners said. ... Keep on reading: Same-sex couples tie knot in New Zealand Media files: new-zealand-map.jpg (image/jpeg)

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