Info How to prove genuine relationship?

[Dileep]

Hi guys,
Am not sure whether a similar thread already exist or not! But, found this one very informative for some of the twisted clarifications the COs tend to ask regarding the relationship between applicants. Hope this might be helpful.
The following is the matter provided by DIBP/DHA : DHA Website link
Proof that your relationship is genuine and continuing
As many of the following documents as possible:

• a statement about your relationship that describes:
  • how, when and where you first met
  • how the relationship developed
  • when you became engaged or married, if applicable
  • joint activities
  • periods of separation
  • significant events in the relationship
  • your future plans together.
• documents that show you and your partner share financial responsibilities, for example:
  • mortgage or lease documents showing joint ownership or rental of property
  • loan documents of major assets such as homes, cars or major appliances in both names
  • joint bank accounts
  • household bills in both names
• documents that show that you and your partner share household responsibilities, for example:
  • a statement about the way housework is distributed
  • household bills in both names
  • mail or emails addressed to both of you
  • joint responsibility for children
  • your living arrangements
• documents that show your relationship is known by others, for example:
  • joint invitations, going out together, friends and acquaintances in common
  • proof that you and your partner have declared your relationship to government bodies, commercial or public institutions
  • proof of joint sporting, cultural or social activities
  • proof of joint travel.
• documents to show you are committed to each other your long term relationship, for example:
  • knowledge of each other’s personal circumstances such as background and family situation. You could tell us this at an interview.
  • documents that show you have combined your personal matters
  • the terms of your wills
  • letters and phone bills that show you have been in contact when apart.

 

[Me_Min]

I gave our marriage certificate, joint account bank statement. Husband's passport has my name endorsed (but not the reverse). And I guess, our baby's birth certificate also smoothened the proof.