Weddings
It’s very rewarding to be a part of every couple’s ceremony. I encourage all of my couples to make their ceremony as individual and unique as they are. Your ceremony should take you and your guests on an emotional journey that is engaging and fun while being presented with natural warmth and enthusiasm.
Your location could be an elegant chapel wedding, a relaxed and casual beach wedding, your home or that very special place that holds precious memories.
Whatever the location, I’ll provide all the professional assistance you need to create a wonderful, lasting memory in the 'filmstrip of your life'.
Looking to elope or wish to surprise all of your guests with a marriage ceremony? … I specialise in this area as my husband and I did exactly that!
As a Civil Celebrant appointed by the Attorney-General's department I’m committed to the ‘Code of Conduct’ for Marriage Celebrants and my role covers many elements.
On the day I will arrive early at the venue to check the PA system, music, the placement of chairs and talk with any friends and family that will be involved in your ceremony. I’ll liaise with venue personnel and diplomatically organise your guests for the greatest intimacy ensuring your special day has the perfect beginiings.
Each ceremony involves between 12 – 15 hours for preparation and delivery. From our first meeting through to your wedding day, I’ll utilise my experience to provide support and guidance ensuring your wedding is as stress free as possible. It's very important to me that my couples know they can relax and enjoy every minute of the day they've worked so hard to create.
A word on value …as a wonderful friend and mentor once said:
Your location could be an elegant chapel wedding, a relaxed and casual beach wedding, your home or that very special place that holds precious memories.
Whatever the location, I’ll provide all the professional assistance you need to create a wonderful, lasting memory in the 'filmstrip of your life'.
Looking to elope or wish to surprise all of your guests with a marriage ceremony? … I specialise in this area as my husband and I did exactly that!
As a Civil Celebrant appointed by the Attorney-General's department I’m committed to the ‘Code of Conduct’ for Marriage Celebrants and my role covers many elements.
On the day I will arrive early at the venue to check the PA system, music, the placement of chairs and talk with any friends and family that will be involved in your ceremony. I’ll liaise with venue personnel and diplomatically organise your guests for the greatest intimacy ensuring your special day has the perfect beginiings.
Each ceremony involves between 12 – 15 hours for preparation and delivery. From our first meeting through to your wedding day, I’ll utilise my experience to provide support and guidance ensuring your wedding is as stress free as possible. It's very important to me that my couples know they can relax and enjoy every minute of the day they've worked so hard to create.
A word on value …as a wonderful friend and mentor once said:
“The bitterness of a poor quality service lingers long after the sweetness of a low price is forgotten”.
Her name is Jenene Davies and she is a qualified and gifted Cosmetic Tattooist.
What does my fee include?
My Standard* wedding fee includes the following:
*Standard fee does not include extra ordinary costs such as extra time required for boat trips, hot air balloons or extra traveling that may be required outside the Newcastle area for rehearsals or the ceremony. We can negotiate these costs if required.
If you are marrying in our beautiful area but don't live locally, I'm now available for a chat on FaceTime or I can meet you via Zoom!
*Standard fee does not include extra ordinary costs such as extra time required for boat trips, hot air balloons or extra traveling that may be required outside the Newcastle area for rehearsals or the ceremony. We can negotiate these costs if required.
- 2 meetings, a rehearsal (very important) as well as unlimited support via email and phone … contatc me any time that you need me
- Preparation of all legal documentation
- Extended loan of my ceremony resource folder that helps us to create your special ceremony. It contains sample wording for each part of the ceremony, readings, tips & ideas. It’s constantly being revised but if there is something unusual that you have heard of that you would like to explore I can do research for this as well
- Preparation and delivery of your ceremony using a high quality professional PA system that also has a connector for MP3, iPod or iPhone to play your wedding music
- A complementary, Commemorative wedding certificate
NB: If you require an official Marriage Certificate to change your name I can order this from the Births Deaths and marriages for you when I register your marriage online. Please visit www.bdm.nsw.gov.au and click on ‘Our Fees’ for more details regarding the BDM’s cost for these documents. - A personalised copy of your Wedding Ceremony to keep
- Signing table, chair and cloth (if not supplied by your venue or wedding decorators)
- Travel to and from the venue
- Online lodgement of all paperwork to Births, Deaths and Marriages and organizing registered post for your Official Marriage Certificate if you require one
If you are marrying in our beautiful area but don't live locally, I'm now available for a chat on FaceTime or I can meet you via Zoom!
Steps and Paperwork required
Call or email me to check my availability. The warmer months are a busy time so to ensure you get the celebrant you want, book early!
To complete the ‘Notice of Intended Marriage Form’ you will need to produce the following applicable documents:
- Pay your deposit and lock in your date
- Five months before your wedding we meet again to complete and lodge your 'Notice of Intention' and discuss ideas for your ceremony
- Two weeks before your big day we finalise your ceremony and arrange a rehearsal
- On the day itself I arrive early to set-up and check that everything is as it should be!
To complete the ‘Notice of Intended Marriage Form’ you will need to produce the following applicable documents:
- Original birth Certificate OR a current or expired Passport (not cancelled) and Drivers licence or Photo ID
- A Statutory Declaration if you were born overseas and have no record of your birth [or lost your documentation]
- Evidence of your Divorce if you have been married previously [a Certificate of Divorce or Decree Absolute ]
- If your previous spouse has passed away, you will need to provide a Death Certificate (certified copy is fine)
Overseas Visitors
Many couples travel from around the world to be married in Australia and I’m more than happy to assist you with your ceremony. Your marriage must comply with the Marriage Act 1961 and I can discuss these requirements with you. Please check with your embassy that a legal marriage in Australia will be recognised in your own country. Meetings can be conducted via FaceTime or Zoom!