The Process

Before the Wedding

Before you make any (other) big decisions, let’s start with a complimentary 15-minute video call. It’s a chance for us to get to know each other, chat about your plans, and make sure we connect in all the right ways.

Choosing your celebrant is a pretty personal decision, so there’s absolutely no pressure here. You’re welcome to decide then and there, or take some time to ponder and chat with a few other amazing celebrants to see who you gel with best.

If you decide you’d like to go ahead (yay!), we’ll lock in a time to meet in person over a coffee or wine and start bringing your ceremony to life. During this meeting we’ll talk all things relationship story, ceremony vision, vibe of the day, and the legal details, including completing your Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM). This form must be lodged at least one month before your wedding date, and I’ll guide you through exactly what’s needed so there are no surprises.

Once I’ve heard all about you two, how you met, what makes your relationship tick, and the moments that matter most, I’ll start crafting your personalised ceremony script. My goal is to create something that feels completely authentic to you, filled with the right balance of heart, humour and meaning.

You’ll receive your first draft within four weeks, and from there we can tweak, refine and perfect it together until it feels just right.

In the lead up to the wedding, I highly recommend we get together for a ceremony rehearsal with your wedding party. It takes the nerves out of the big moment, helps everyone know where they need to be, and honestly it’s usually a really fun way to get everyone excited for what’s coming.

As close as possible to your wedding day, we’ll also complete the Declaration of No Legal Impediment, essentially confirming that you are both legally free and ready to get married. No need to worry about remembering forms or deadlines though, that’s my job, and I’ll guide you through every step of the process.

Your Wedding Day

On the day itself, my job is to make sure your ceremony runs smoothly, calmly, and exactly as planned.

I’ll arrive around 45 minutes before the ceremony to set up my equipment, test the PA system and microphone, check in with your venue and vendors, and make sure everything is ready to go.

As your guests begin arriving, I’ll welcome them, help guide them into place, and set the tone for the ceremony ahead.

Then it’s showtime.

I’ll deliver your beautifully crafted ceremony, sharing your story, guiding each moment, and making sure all the legal wording is covered while keeping the atmosphere relaxed, engaging and meaningful.

Before you know it, you’ll be saying your vows, signing the paperwork, and walking back down the aisle as newlyweds, complete with a celebratory dip and kiss (from your partner, not me).

If you’ve chosen to add MC services, I can also keep the microphone going into the reception, making sure the evening flows smoothly, the big moments are announced, and the vibe stays high while you focus on celebrating.

At the end of the ceremony, I’ll present you with your ceremonial marriage certificate as a keepsake from the day.

After the Wedding

Once the celebrations are over and you’re hopefully enjoying newlywed bliss, there are still a few final steps on my end.

Within the following days, I will lodge all of your legal documents with Births, Deaths and Marriages in the state where you were married. From there, I can guide you through how to order your Official Certificate of Marriage.

This is the certificate you’ll need if you plan to change your surname or provide proof of marriage for legal or administrative purposes. It’s different from the ceremonial certificate you receive on the day.

Once that’s done, your paperwork is complete and you’re officially and legally married.

Easy as that.