Frequently Asked Questions
A civil celebrant designs and leads personalised ceremonies to celebrate life’s important milestones—weddings, vow renewals, baby naming’s, funerals, memorials, and more.
As a Commonwealth Registered and Authorised Marriage Celebrant, I can legally officiate weddings anywhere in Australia.
I love crafting unique ceremonies that reflect your values, beliefs, and personalities. Whether you’re after something formal, relaxed, spiritual, fun, or themed—I’ll work closely with you to bring your story to life.
As soon as you’ve chosen your date—especially for weddings or popular times of year. I’m the one supplier you can’t get married without! Booking early secures your date and gives us plenty of time to create a meaningful ceremony and handle all legal paperwork.
Keep in mind, your Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) must be lodged with me at least one month before your wedding day.
Yes, I do! Based on Sydney’s North Shore, I happily travel across Greater Sydney and beyond.
Whether your ceremony is in the country, by the coast, interstate or overseas—I have a car, a valid passport, and a sense of adventure! Travel fees may apply for locations outside the Sydney metro area.My full-service wedding package includes:
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An obligation-free first meeting
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Personalised ceremony planning
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Assistance with writing your vows
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All legal paperwork (before and after your ceremony)
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A professionally delivered ceremony
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A commemorative certificate
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A premium, battery-operated PA system for use with microphones and ceremony music (indoors or outdoors)
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Absolutely—and I encourage it! Your vows are a powerful way to express your love and commitment in your own words.
They can be funny, heartfelt, poetic, or traditional—whatever feels right for you. I’ll support you throughout the process with guidance, examples, and feedback to make sure your vows feel balanced and meaningful.That depends on the style and content you choose.
A short, legal-only ceremony usually takes around 10–15 minutes.
A personalised ceremony with vows, readings, and your love story typically runs for 25–30 minutes. I’ll tailor the length and content to suit your preferences, ensuring it’s both meaningful and memorable.
My fees vary depending on the type, style, and location of your ceremony.
You’ll find detailed packages for weddings, vow renewals and other services on the Services page of my website.
When you book me, you're not just hiring a celebrant—you’re getting the benefit of my years of experience across the care, events, corporate, and finance sectors, all brought together to create a ceremony that’s personal, heartfelt and just right for you.To get legally married in Australia, you need to complete and lodge a Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) between 1 and 18 months before your wedding date.
I’ll guide you through all legal requirements and make sure your paperwork is accurate and lodged correctly—so there’s one less thing to worry about!Yes, I do! We can arrange an in-person or virtual rehearsal before the big day.
It’s a great way to ease any nerves and ensure that everyone understands the flow and structure of the ceremony.
Together, we’ll walk through the logistics so you feel confident, calm, and ready to enjoy every moment.In the unlikely event that I can’t attend, I’ll arrange for a trusted, qualified celebrant from my professional network to step in.
They’ll have your full ceremony script and all legal documentation, so everything will go ahead smoothly—just as planned.