
What to Expect
Personal, Engaging, and Relaxed Events!
When booking a ceremony with me – you can expect friendly and professional service, with attention to detail.
I guarantee that I will never book more than one event per day – so you can be assured, that your special day is all about you!
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Let's Chat:
Before you choose me - lets chat to see if I am the right fit for you!
It's important that you find a celebrant who you both feel comfortable with.
Having someone with the same sense of humor, vision, and values as you do will ensure your ceremony is perfect.
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Currently, I am only offering virtual meetings - or depending on availability, I can sometimes offer an in-person meeting in the suburb of Narangba.
After our meeting, I will send you an email with next steps should you choose to book me. This will include my service agreement, and an invoice.
You will be required to pay a 20% booking fee (that comes off your balance) within 10 days for me to hold your date.
Contact Me to arrange an obligation free meeting
Before:
We will arrange a planning meeting. Coffee is encouraged, but not mandatory.
This will either be local to Narangba, or virtual.
This will be approximately an hour, during this time we will:
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Complete and lodge the Notice of Intended Marriage
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Sight identification (either passport, OR birth certificate and photo ID)
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Confirm venue details
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Start to design your ceremony
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Discuss your vows
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Answer any questions
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Designing Your Ceremony:
The legal requirements for a marriage ceremony are minimal - as long as we fulfil them, the rest is up to you! I will provide a couple’s questionnaire, which will provide me with some meaningful content to include – about your relationship, goals, and hopes for your future together. For me, the magic comes from building a real relationship with you both. Understanding your tone, style, and sense of humor helps me craft a ceremony that truly reflects who you are. If you’d like to be part of the writing process or see drafts along the way, you’re more than welcome. That said, most couples leave it in my hands to surprise them on the day. The trust we build means that as your wedding day approaches, you can relax, knowing your ceremony is in good hands, and you don’t have to stress the small stuff.
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I also have a Ceremony Planner for some inspiration – though it’s a bit more traditional (and I’m in the middle of giving it a refresh to better match my style!). Even if we don’t follow it closely, it’s a handy starting point, especially if you’re unsure what you do or don’t want.
Two Weeks Before:
We will have a final chat, either in person or via video call, to confirm any changes, answer any questions, and do a little “OH MY GOSH YOU ARE GETTING MARREID SOON” dance. If we don't have a rehearsal before today, we will use this opportunity to do a quick run through of who is standing where, and make sure you are feeling comfortable with how the day will run.
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Day of Event:
I will meet with you both individually to confirm neither of you are being coerced or forced into a marriage. You will then sign the Declaration of No Legal Impediment to Marriage, and I will sign as your witness.
We will work out the best way to sign this prior to the day - sometimes it will be at the venue, or I may be able to meet you before the ceremony when you are getting ready, or possibly in the days beforehand.
I will arrive to the event at least 30 minutes prior to commencement, (but usually, I plan for every possible emergency, and will be there ridiculously early!) and set up the P.A system if required. I will make sure everything goes smoothly – and provide any support you need on the day. You will have a beautiful ceremony - and then we will sign three marriage certificates, along with your two witnesses.
After Event:
You live happily ever after, and enjoy giving each other goofy grins as you get used to calling each other “husband” or “wife”. I will lodge your paperwork with Births Deaths and Marriages within two days, and let you know when it has been processed.
I proceed to feel sad that it is all over, miss you both dearly, and look at photos of your day, wishing we could do it again.
Dress:
I dress to look professional, and match your theme.
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Name Change:
I will provide you with a detailed document outlining the steps needed to legally change your name if you choose to. The certificate I give you on the day is not sufficient to legally change your name – you will need to order a Births Deaths and Marriage’s Official Certificate – which currently costs $66. If you would like me to arrange this for you – let me know, and I can add it on to my invoice.