Wedding Celebrants in Melbourne

Pete The Celebrant - Wedding Celebrant Melbourne

petethecelebrant.com.au

0421 760 023

Sweet Wonderful You Wedding Celebrant Melbourne

sweetwonderfulyou.com

434964354

MY SERVICES

WEDDINGS

Weddings, what’s not to love!? Creating a ceremony that is uniquely you is my greatest priority. Jump over to the ‘Lovers’ tab to see my packages & what's involved!

ELOPEMENTS

Want to keep it simple? An elopement is definitely the way to go. You, me & 2 witnesses is all it takes & we can get you hitched! I have some great little contacts in the Macedon Ranges and can find you the perfect, private location for your ceremony, or I can simply come to you.

FUNERALS

It is one of my great honours to be asked to give someone their final farewell from this life time. When you lose a loved one, there are so many thoughts running through your head, and organising a funeral can be incredibly overwhelming. I feel that I have a calm, loving and relaxed presence, and can support & guide your family as we plan a service that is a true reflection of your loved one’s life.

 

Meriki Comito Celebrant Melbourne

Simplycelebrant.com.au

417394792

Wedding Ceremony Planning Processes

My priority is to ensure the following when creating your marriage ceremony:

• Make the whole process as simply and as easy for you as possible
• You are completely comfortable with every element of the wedding ceremony planning process
• All the legal requirements + obligations are explained and taken care of
• The wedding brief has been discussed and you have approved a wedding ceremony layout
• You have all the resources you need to assist with your vows, reading selections, symbolic inclusions
• You have unlimited opportunity to discuss any extra additions you would like to include in your wedding ceremony, like cultural/family traditions
• You arrive at your wedding confident that your ceremony will run smoothly, will engage your guests, will set the tone for the rest of the day and will be a memorable celebration for all the right reasons!
• You are relaxed and experience ALL the feels and joy of getting married!

My marriage celebrant service includes:

• An initial meet + greet to discuss all of your requirements, obligations, options and ideas.
• A free, take home information pack and plenty of time to discuss all the steps we need to cover leading up to your big day.
• A more intensive planning meeting, to start the process of designing & constructing your ceremony and to complete your first legal obligation – the Notice Of Intended Marriage (NOIM).
• Lots of resources required in relation to readings, vows, symbolic elements and traditions.
• A rehearsal, OR final face to face meeting in the week or two leading up to the ceremony, if required.
• A professional quality PA system with wireless microphones, built in CD player and Mp3 capabilities.
• A professionally printed Certificate of Marriage Australia
• A personalised, keepsake copy of your marriage ceremony.
• A name change kit if either party wishes to change their name.
• I can provide a table and two chairs, decorated to suit your taste, for the signing of the Marriage Certificates, if required.
• Completion, lodgement and registration of all legal marriage documentation with the Victorian Registry of Births, Deaths + Marriages
• I will discuss your dress code with you and present myself appropriately on the day.
• I will arrive approximately 30-40 minutes before the ceremony, to assist with the co-ordination of events and to ensure everything is in order.

 

Mine Forever Celebrant Services

Mineforever.com.au

405268875

Fun, relaxed and easy going

If that sounds like your ideal Melbourne Wedding Celebrant, then give me a call, and we can chat about how I can help you with the ceremony. It's about creating a special moment, the ceremony you want - and one that your friends will remember, forever.

You'll find me marrying people and taking selfies across Melbourne, Geelong, Mornington Peninsula, Yarra Valley and beyond.

 

 

 

Klara McMurray Funky Celebrant

Klaramcmurraycelebrant.com

421606025

The Full Shebang!

‘Give us our love story!

Give us the bells and definitely give us the whistles... (wolf whistles preferably!)’

This is the package where we go all the way and I deliver a ceremony that’s unique, fun, punchy and most importantly… YOU!

I’ll sort all the paperwork to ensure you’re legally married because, well that’s my job!

I’ll also help you with your vows if you want, give you a plethora of ceremony ideas to think about, loan you my PA for the occasion and by the end; have your guests asking how we know each other because by the time I strut out the door; everyone will think we’re best buddies!

I’ll dress up, I’ll dress down, I’ll be your ultimate wing-woman and together we can make it whatever YOU want it to be.

The sky’s the limit baby!

Fancy a Quickie?

Hold the confetti; just get us married!

Don’t want all the fuss, focus and cost of a big affair and prefer to cut to the chase?

You might be interested in a quicky!

I’ll still rock up to whatever sized wedding you’ve planned, armed with charm, wit and fabulous heels… but this ceremony will be short, sharp & punchy and you’ll have your hand wrapped around a congratulatory glass of champers before you can say ‘I do!’

Another option is the elopement.

Are you having a big fat ceremony overseas? Or prefer to keep your nuptials private?

This option is bare-bones with just you two, two witnesses and myself in a  park/restaurant/clifftop/hotel room in Elwood or St Kilda. Week days or nights only.

Boom! You’re married!

MC in da House!

Looking for an MC that’s funky…

fast-on-her-feet, unflappable and just like one of the family?

More and more couples are getting me to MC the reception because it’s kind of a short straw for a mate to do the honour.

They can’t really drink, relax or sneak off and they’re doing it all for free!

I’ll take that guilt away and charge you for my time, and in exchange you get to feel secure in the knowledge that someone who knows how to run the show, is running the show!

I come from a background of MC’ing theatre & events and know all about working with fluid run sheets, trouble-shooting tricky situations and being the person that everyone can go to for whatever they might need.

I’m like the responsible but hilarious relative.

I’m perfect for this gig!

 

Rita Cohann Marriage Celebrant Melbourne

Ritacohann.com.au

412420692

A Little About Me

Do you dream of your wedding day, envision your ceremony, and stop and think, “How can I make this happen?” Well, good news, so do I!

As a self-confessed ‘people person’ and a ‘hopeless romantic’, being a Civil Celebrant is my dream job. For me, having the privilege to marry two people who love each other more than anything else on the planet is the most inspiring, fulfilling, heaps of fun and full-of-surprises job I could ever imagine.

Being a Celebrant allows me to use all of the skills and talents I’ve honed through rewarding careers in my working life. I’ve been involved with the Education, Entertainment and Corporate Training sectors, all of which I draw from to give my couples the beautiful wedding ceremonies they deserve.

I value and understand the importance of professionalism, while also understanding how important it is to breathe fun and romance into such a special moment in time.

Why I Love My Job

I never get ‘bored’ with my job. I absolutely adore getting to know each couple, and in their own way, all of them teach me something about life and love.

As a celebrant, I get to know and meet amazing couples and their families and share in a life-changing moment they’ll never forget. That, for me, is the epitome of the perfect job. Of course, the fantastic music, stunning locations and the powerful emotions of the moment only add to the reasons I love what I do.

I Want to Be a Part of Your Day!

I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to be a part of your wedding day! Whether you choose to have your ceremony in your lounge room or in a grand chateau, I want your day to be the best day of your life! Nothing brings me more joy than to see huge smiles on my couple’s faces.

When you decide to work with me, I don’t just show up to your ceremony and read from a script. I will look after you the entire way through your wedding plan and work alongside you to prepare for your marriage ceremony—ultimately the most important part of your wedding.

I will wave my magic wand of experience to de-mystify and handle all of the legal stuff while offering up heaps of resources and ideas to inspire your ceremony. You have enough to stress over, so let me help you out by handling the complicated side of things. I’ll put my skills to work to create a ceremony which is much more personal than you might think possible.

I have some special skills too. I speak French and Italian. If you have family or friends coming from France or Italy and want to make them feel right at home, I am very happy to integrate these beautiful languages into the ceremony.

Some might say that I have a flair for the dramatic, and rightly so. I’ve spent many years as a Drama and Theatre teacher, and as such I take great pride in engaging your guests through your ceremony with warmth, sincerity, style and confidence.

When you decide I’m the perfect fit for your ceremony, we will share stories, ideas and laughter as we plan your ceremony to the last detail.

Together, we can create a ceremony that perfectly suits your values, needs and personality. One that you can be proud of and love remembering over and over.

My promise to you is that I will do everything in my power to ensure your day is magical, stress-free, and truly a day you’ll never forget!

I am flattered you’d consider my services for your wedding ceremony, so please get in touch as soon as you’ve picked out your wedding date!

I can’t wait to get you married!

 

 

 

Marry Me Helley Wedding Celebrant Melbourne

Marrymehelleyweddingceremonies.com.au

425865456

Wedding Celebrant

Marrying couples in love is my passion!  It doesn’t matter who you are or where you’re from – I will go to extraordinary lengths to ensure you received the best possible wedding ceremony ever!!

My ceremonies are written with love and care as I take the time to really get to know you personally.  I pride myself on how invested I am in making this perfect for you.   I really want you to be thrilled with the ceremony and I will write the best ever, truly memorable ceremony which you and your guests will never forget! There’ll be fun, love, romance and a couple of surprises!

And I guarantee – No Boring Weddings!!!

Most importantly it will be what YOU want – after all, it’s YOUR day!

Let me create a beautiful day for you!!

So let’s meet up and have a chat and plan your dream day together!

SERVICES PROVIDED

The Marry Me Helley team provides the following services as your wedding celebrant to all of our clients for their wedding ceremony:

• A personally written ceremony, styled to reflect you, your love for each other and your values and beliefs.
• Conducts your ceremony according to Australian law.
• Absolutely no Travel fees charged – provided your wedding is within a 200km radius of Melbourne CBD.
• Supply and lodgement of your legal documents with the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
• Reservation of your ceremony date and time so that no other bookings are taken.

Please note:

I do not conduct two weddings on the same day, therefore your deposit is non-refundable.

*** Full Wedding Celebrant Rehearsal at your Venue (or home) ***

• You, the bridal party and anyone else involved in your ceremony will know exactly what to do and when.
• Learn how to walk confidently, beautifully, down the aisle without worrying about tripping over your dress
• Helen will teach you how to say your vows calmly and confidently.
• Unlimited face to face meetings.
• Telephone, Skype and email consultations as required.
• Learn some of the tricks of how to pose for your photographer.
• State of the art portable wireless PA system with cordless handheld microphone, ensuring audibility for your guests. We have two available for all weddings
• A Welcome Kit full of ideas and inspiration.
• Extensive guidance and assistance with your vows.
• The team arrive at least 1 hr prior to the agreed ceremony starting time.
• Presentation copy of your ceremony and marriage certificate.
• Official Appreciation Certificate & Letter of Thanks from the Victorian Cancer Council.
• Access to a private Wedding Celebrant FB group for all Couples I am marrying for discussions/questions/hints etc.
• Complimentary checklists for your wedding – pre, on the day and post wedding checklists for the bride, groom, maid of honour and best man.
• Suggestions for roles that your family and friends can do, so they can feel included in your wedding.
• Ideas and support for making sure your wedding day runs smoothly and with ease.
• Helen will dress appropriately and accordingly to your theme and/or colour.
• Confidential and secure record keeping.
• Helen will liaise with your other service providers to ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.

 

Michelle Kiernan Civil Celebrant

Mkcelebrant.com.au

404069747

Weddings Wedding Celebrant Melbourne

The wedding ceremony is an integral part of your big day, and if it’s done well, it can be the very best part!

Your wedding day will flash before your eyes, so let’s begin the celebrations from the get-go, and create a ceremony that:

• Totally sets the vibe and energy for the rest of your day
• Reflects who you are what you love
• Is filled with love and laughter
• Connects and is engaging and fun
• Gives all the happy feelings you want a cracking ceremony to have!

Funerals

A funeral service conducted with competence, care and compassion, pays tribute to a loved one by honoring and remembering them and reflects on the life they have lived. It is a safe place for family and friends to gather, to express their sadness and grieve their loss. Presenting a funeral ceremony that is heartfelt and sincere can make all the difference to the lives of those family and friends who are left behind.

 

Rohan Smith Celebrant Wedding Melbourne

Rohansmithcelebrant.com.au

422475572

Hi, my name is Rohan and at the risk of stating the obvious, I'm a marriage celebrant.

I've been lucky enough to have played a small (but I like to think important) part in wedding ceremonies both in and outside of Australia. I'm a big believer in not making things more complicated than they need to be, so my approach to planning the perfect ceremony is straightforward and relaxed. Getting married should be fun and stress free and with me as your celebrant, that's exactly what you'll get.

With a decade of experience as a writer and radio announcer, I'm all about taking the time to find out who you both are as a couple, which allows me to write marriage ceremonies that are as memorable as they are enjoyable.

Every great wedding begins with an unforgettable ceremony, so I customise each ceremony, telling a story that reflects your personalities and experiences. No awkward or boring moments, just a great ceremony that will be talked about for years to come.

I'm based in Kensington and am up for officiating at weddings all over Melbourne, the Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula and beyond.

 Getting married is as easy as...

1

Give me a call. I’ll take you through the process step by step. We’ll organize a time to meet up in person.

2

You can throw as many questions at me as you like. I’ll show you how everything works and throw around some ideas for you to think about.

3

Go ahead and book me in for your date.

I’ll take care of all the paperwork and legal stuff. I’ll write you a great ceremony that will be talked about for years to come. We’ll run through everything at a rehearsal before the big day. You can reach me anytime by phone or email.

4

I’ll deliver said great ceremony full of laughs... and possibly a few tears. You head off to enjoy your honeymoon!

Leaving me to submit all of the boring (but important) legal stuff!

 

Let's Get Married Celebrants Melbourne

Letsgetmarried.com.au

425801000

Let's Get Married

In the 1800s, Jane Austen the Author wrote of romance and life.

In the 21st Century, Jane Austin the Marriage Celebrant writes marriage ceremonies of romance and special lives, for every bridal couple has their own special love story...

Congratulations on getting married! Now where do you start? The first thing you need to do is to consider what sort of wedding would you like? A formal wedding? A church perhaps? A relaxed/informal wedding – maybe even a wedding where you surprise your guests! Now you need to work out which venue will suit your wedding vision the best and then there's the choice of Celebrant. You want a Celebrant who is as passionate about your wedding as you are and someone who will work hard to make the whole process really easy for you.

Surprise Weddings

We all know organising a wedding can sometimes be a stressful experience, that is why Surprise Weddings can work so well, just ask Anna and Shawn. After 14 years and two beautiful daughters together, they decided, when holding a 40th Birthday Party for Anna to make it even more special by surprising all their guests by getting married. Jane turned up early and helped Anna and Shawn put the final touches to the tables before Anna went out the back to change and 'hide' and Shawn and Jane used their 'developed story' to explain why Anna was late.

Testimonials

" Jane was an excellent celebrant! Attentive, organised, a great listener, extremely helpful and not overbearing at all. When ever we needed advice or help she was there - and went the extra mile. She deconstructed the whole process and made it very simple for us. She put everyone at ease on the special day and is an excellent orator. We would recommend her to anyone.

" Everyone said it was the best wedding they'd ever been to and it was just like we wanted it to be.

 

John Edney Celebrant

Celebrant.melbourne

407877232

Who I Am

My name is John Edney and I am a celebrant for all life events.

Based in Melbourne’s North-Eastern suburbs where I live with my family, the past 15 years have seen me speak in front of crowds of between two and 5,000 people; placing an emphasis on giving all crowds equal attention no matter the size.

The kind of events I conduct include; but are not limited to weddings, engagement parties, funerals, milestone parties, kid’s parties, sporting events, trivia nights, school events, charity events and corporate events.

Whilst public speaking is a passion of mine, I have also provided DJ services to somewhere in the region of 1,000 events.

In 2018 I made the decision to shift my focus to playing a more significant role in people’s big days, utilising my skills and passion for public speaking to provide couples, families and individuals with the service I would want to receive myself.

Weddings are just part of my offering, I conduct ceremonies for all life stages including funerals, naming days, commitment ceremonies and vow renewal.

The kinds of ceremonies that can be conducted are only limited by your imagination.

My offering is based on my attention to detail, knowledge of music and my access to resources and contacts that enable me to host ceremonies ranging from intimate ceremonies to those attended by thousands.

Contact me today to see how I can make your event unforgettable.

My Services

What I Offer

Marriage Celebrancy

Professionalism, care and compassion is what I bring to the table. You only get one shot at the biggest day of your life so let's get it right. Together we can put together a custom ceremony that will make everyone think we have known eachother for years!

Life events

Whether a beloved family member has recently passed away or a newborn is being welcomed into the world together we can create a ceremony that will celebrate a new life or one well lived. I am available to help you celebrate all of life's milestones.

DJ, MC and event services

With 15 years experience as a DJ and MC, I have a proven track record of making events a success. With countless repeat clients in the corporate, government, sporting and education sectors I have the skills and know-how to fill any dance floor.

Trivia nights and event hosting

With over 10 years experience hosting trivia nights and events for pubs, charities, sporting clubs and corporate I am able to work with you to create an action packed event to either create maximum impact or raise maximum funds.

 

Chrissy Ratcliffe Wedding Celebrant Melbourne

Chrissyratcliffe.com.au

 

408075830

Friendship, Love & Loyalty

I believe in the celebration of love & life …and immerse myself fully in the sharing of your special day.

The message, inspired by the tradition and symbolism of the Irish Claddagh ring, means love in all its forms, friendship, and loyalty. It is what I believe makes the foundation to an everlasting marriage.

As a celebrant, I am here to help you create your own “Love Story”, and to share it in your own unique way with the people that mean the most to you. I thank you in advance for allowing me to be involved with the beginning chapters of your story.

Download a Wedding Checklist to help ensure you have covered all the essentials.

 

Brendan Carrol Civil Celebrant Melbourne

Brendancarrollcivilcelebrant.com

416967833

Try getting that song out of your head now...!

So you're getting hitched. Congrats!!

My name is Brendan and I am a wedding celebrant and MC based on both the Mornington Peninsula and in Melbourne, Victoria.

I decided to become a celebrant when friends kept asking me to MC their weddings... so i thought, why not be in the business of happiness full time?!

I have built a career as a drama teacher over the past decade. The energy and enthusiasm I use every day in my industry is what you can expect from me.

Fun, positive vibes.

Relaxed, personalised and... kind of dorky!

I also LOVE travel... so if you're looking to Elope, take me with you!

I love to craft heartfelt and cheeky weddings that reflect YOUR personality. No-one wants a stuffy ceremony!

I could be your celebrant, or your MC, or both!

So let's sit down over some fried dumplings and a few gin and tonics and start planning!

The ultimate elopement package!

This beautiful soul to the right is my sister Kerryann and the creative brain behind Frankie J Photography.

​We never got to run away to the circus, so we have decided to team up and run away with you!

​Together, we offer a celebrant and photography package for your elopement. We will walk, drive, fly, climb, hike, sail or swim with you to your destination where i will conduct your personalised ceremony and Kerryann will work her magic at both the ceremony and a private photoshoot before or after the ceremony. For up to 3 hours with us you will receive between 100-300 fully edited images and of course, a husband or wife!

​We love a getaway, so we have decided to package together our services into a heavily discounted price of $1650 for a ceremony within 100km of Melbourne. We have made our price very affordable because frankly, we love working together!

Prices for Elopements outside of that general radius are negotiable dependant on distance travelled.

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Sharon Munro Creative and Memorable Ceremonies

Sharonmunro.com.au

403179667

ABOUT SHARON

Introducing the creative, innovative, incredible master of connection - Sharon Munro

Sharon is an authorised marriage celebrant, registered with the Australian Attorney General's Department, who can legally conduct wedding ceremonies anywhere within Australia, including air and sea.

Along with wedding ceremonies, Sharon is well versed in conducting additional ceremonies:- renewal of vows, commitment, naming days, welcome to the family, coming of age, gender reveal, along with virtual ceremonies.

Sharon also specialises in bereavement and offers a free community service to Melbourne for funeral information.  She can also make all of the necessary calls and arrangements for you at no charge.

Sharon has extensive event management experience with a keen eye for detail.

Sharon is a great communicator with fantastic creative skills, who will ensure your wedding ceremony is unique and personalised just for you.  She will make you feel at ease and walk you through the process of getting married from a celebrant perspective.

She is also tertiary qualified in business administration and business management, with more than 25 years experience,  both of which are highly regarded as a celebrant, particularly with the legal requirements.

WEDDING CEREMONY

Your wedding ceremony will be personally designed around your specific needs and requests.  I'm happy to provide additional ideas and creativity if desired, to tailor your ceremony.

I will work with you to create, design and deliver a unique and memorable wedding ceremony for your special wedding day.  Your unique wedding ceremony will be your memory to treasure and remember always, it will be written just the way you would like it to be and include as much or as little detail as you choose.

I am happy to suggest music, poetry and rituals although many couples prefer to do this themselves.

Vows can be written by the bride and groom or traditional vows can be used as a base.  We can work through these together if required.

Your input is most welcome and we can work together to ensure your wedding day is as beautiful as it should be.

I am based in Melbourne but am in high demand in regional area such as Albury, Ballarat, Bendigo, Benalla, Castlemaine, Geelong, Gisborne, Macedon, Yarra Valley just to name a few

 

 

John Beck Celebrant Wedding Melbourne

Marriagecelebrantspecialist.com.au

408753376

What are you looking for in a Melbourne Celebrant?

Well, I’m a high school dropout, but look at me now! I’m bald with glasses and can change your life forever.  You will like working with me because I’m friendly, house trained, trustworthy, enthusiastic, helpful, reliable, organised, perfectionist have a dry sense of humour and was a wedding DJ for 25 years.  And that’s pretty much me in a few sentences.

What do you want your ceremony to be like?

One thing most couples I work with all have in common is they value their marriage ceremony as much as I care about creating a ceremony you will enjoy; They want it to be light-hearted, memorable with a few laughs, maybe a few soppy bits and not too long. But still thoughtful and respectful without making it boring for the guests. They want to celebrate and enjoy a ceremony that is uniquely theirs with their families and closest friends. Do you want to enjoy the ceremony? If so we better have a chat.

Hello and Welcome! I’m John Beck your Melbourne Marriage and Wedding Celebrant. The easiest way to get to know me and what I have to offer is to sit back relax and read the website.

I’m friendly, house trained, like a pair of nice fitting slacks and rarely bite.

As the MC at over 500 weddings, I learnt the art of being a storyteller and how to engage and hold people’s attention. It has given me confidence and ease, which shows on my face and in my body language. All these skills have transferred perfectly into being a Celebrant.

I don’t MC anymore because I love being a celebrant, I love it with all my heart. When I’m at a ceremony, I feel connected to something incredibly special. Helping you create a Ceremony that leaves you feeling happy knowing you have genuinely celebrated your love and friendship with your family and closest friends is what I was designed to do.

Together we will enhance your ceremony experience and have fun creating a marriage ceremony, one you can look back on that was an accurate reflection of who you are as a couple.

I’ve been married for over 25 years with five fur-children, two dogs (Grace and Sam) and three cats (Stanley, Reggie and Poppy).

Stress Free Wedding Ceremony

It’s not what a marriage celebrant does; it’s how they do it that makes the difference.

Do you want to be able to look at your Celebrant on your wedding day and know that they have everything under control, so you can relax and enjoy the ceremony?

Your marriage ceremony will be one of the happiest and most emotional events of your life, not to mention the most organised; you’ll want everything to run smoothly, without a second thought from you on the day. You’re going to need to appoint a celebrant who cannot only marry you but coordinate, and be responsible for the entire wedding ceremony.

Also, you want to have some connection with the Celebrant so they can look at you and be able to make you feel as calm as possible on the day.

Lisa Hunt Wotton Celebrant

Lisahuntwotton.com

418140196

ABOUT LISA HUNT-WOTTON

I am a gifted communicator, a creative who loves to hear and tell stories.

As a Celebrant I love to create personalised ceremonies and rituals to make that precious event one to remember for ever.  I love journeying with people through the most important moments in their lives.

As a writer I delight in turning your anecdotes, memories and stories into captivating and memorable moments in your ceremony.  As a creative I am famous for my innovative ideas and imagineering.  My highest value is to make your event all about YOU and to make your day as relaxed as possible.

Well known for my decades of work in the creative and performing arts as a Writer, Director and Producer, I have been called an influencer and change agent.  I love empowering people and ideas.

I have an Associate Degree in Theology and am passionate about social issues and their practical implications.

WEDDINGS

What makes an amazing, heartfelt and memorable wedding that everyone loves?

Thoughtfulness and a great celebrant.

Today the proportion of marriage ceremonies performed by civil celebrants has continued to increase.  In 2014 registered celebrants performed 74.1% of all registered marriage ceremonies.

Ceremonies today are done in the forest, on the beach, in churches, by waterfalls, in back yards by rivers and in gardens.  It is limited only by your imagination and creativity.  A good celebrant will quickly resonate with you, they will totally comprehend your vision for your wedding and if you are not sure yourself  of what you want a good celebrant will dig for the gold in you both and bring out the best in you to make your day the best day possible.

These are the most important elements that make a memorable wedding ceremony:

• Your wedding is personal and reflects your character, romance and personality.
• It is crafted to have moments of wonder and surprise.
• It is unique.
• Your friends and family are taken along on the journey with you. The worst thing is when the audience feel awkward, uncomfortable or disconnected.
• Transitions in the wedding ceremony are crucial. This takes practice and skill but when done properly it makes the ceremony feel effortless and people are taken on a smooth and meaningful journey.
• Well thought out, practised and communicated. This prevents cringe moments or train wrecks and puts your nerves to rest.
• Time management. Nothing is worse that everyone waiting for 20 min for the bridal party to arrive.  I attended one wedding where the bride arrived first and no groom.    Panic and terror set in.
• No alcohol. Not only is it in very poor taste, the marriage can be contested or actually not legitimate if either party are drunk. The celebrant can also refuse to do the ceremony.
• Your wedding doesn’t have to be elaborate to be successful. It is all in the planning and execution.  Sometimes the most beautiful wedding are simple and sweet.  The main ingredient is authenticity.  It must accurately reflect who you are and your lives together.

 

 

Stephen Hishon Celebrant

Stephenhishoncelebrant.com.au

419123695

Stephen Hishon Marriage Celebrant

Stephen Hishon, resident of Lorne, is a passionate and considerate person who is a registered commonwealth marriage celebrant whose clients and their families value him for his personal approach and his attention to detail. Stephen has conducted many rites of passage throughout the Surf Coast, Geelong, Ballarat, Melbourne and his home town of Lorne. He is caring and empathetic. His gentle and genuine nature adds a sense of occasion towards everything he does.

Stephen goes to extraordinary lengths to ensure that your ceremony reflects your wishes and lived experiences. He is very aware that your feelings on these occasions will form lasting and treasured memories. Lorne’s unique setting is a beautiful backdrop for your special day or your memorial. However, Stephen is prepared to travel – see you in Paris

Weddings

Saying your special words to your special partner the way you want. Attending to your wishes your guests will not miss the intimacy and beauty that you have created. An unforgettable experience awaits you here in Lorne (or Paris), or wherever the winds of Love take us.

Funerals

I am a compassionate and respectful person. I listen. Therefore, I am able to create an authentic and unique ceremony. As love is at the core of my being, you will see this reflected throughout the service. I will carefully take you through the many options at this emotional time.

 

Stephen Whittaker Wedding Celebrant

Stephenwhittakercelebrant.com.au

407553892

What I can do?

We will talk and discover what your dream ceremony is. Then I will create it for you. Whether it is  full of regal pomp or Hawaiian shirts on a beach or a simple ceremony in the lounge or kitchen. Formal tuxedo's to Safari suits, Seventies to Sci Fi. Hip, Hep or Down and Dirty. I will bring the style, romance and meaning for you.

How much you ask?

From a simple round the kitchen table unrehearsed reading of vows. To a fully rehearsed Rococo extravaganza - Or for any style of ceremony that celebrates who you are, I will tailor a price that suits your budget.

About Steve

I am a celebrant, an MC and an actor

These are the skills I can bring to your wedding. Writing, creating and delivering your perfect wedding ceremony.

My goal is to discover what is unique about the two of you, to find your story and present it, to be celebrated and shared by you, your friends and family. To create a moment in life that can be shared by you and your closest.

I look forward to getting to know you.

 

Margaret Collier Celebrancy Melbourne

Margaretcolliercelebrant.com.au

447115121

Hi my name Margaret Collier and I am a Commonwealth Registered Marriage Celebrant and I have been a celebrant for the past ten years, filled with romance, excitement, glamour and challenges. With officiating over 900+ ceremonies, each of those ceremonies were unique in their very own way, I look forward in being part of your day. Honestly, I love what I do, I’m a vibrant, easy-going, passionate, professional person and often told that I have a very calming nature which really helps on your big day.

Your wedding day is one of the most important days in your life and choosing the right celebrant that you feel comfortable with is very important, I hope that will be me. I would love the opportunity to make your special day just perfect. Your ceremony should reflect who you truly are and celebrate the love and happiness you have. Whether you are eloping or having a small/large wedding. I take the time to get to know the couple, their personalities, their relationship and what is important to them and their marriage.

Weddings don’t have to be expensive, we all want value for money and I advise couples not to choose a celebrant just solely on costs. Your ceremony is so important as it sets the vibe for the whole day, without a registered celebrant you are not legally married and I would be a minimal cost of your day.

I have tailored affordable packages, to ensure your wedding is carried out perfectly without adding too much to what could already be an expensive wedding. I’m willing to travel to your dream location, to join two beautiful souls who are very much in love. I value your input and ideas and along with mine and listen to what you may not want, we can work together to make your day just perfect with lasting memories.

What You Can Expect

Commitment, organised and professionalism throughout the ceremony. I’ll make your day magical, wonderful, and memorable beyond your imagination. I take extreme care to ensure that your special day goes smoothly and as pre-planned.

Wedding Celebrant Melbourne Package

As a leading wedding celebrant in Melbourne, I’ll make your wedding ceremony a unique celebration filled with love, happiness, creativity, and fun to leave your guests with lasting memories.

I welcome you to discuss your requirements with me and help me to design a wedding ceremony that reflects your love, beliefs, and values.

With over a decade of expertise as a wedding mc in Melbourne, I’ll give you a relaxed, warm, and professional wedding experience by adding beautiful and precious moments to your day.

Choose your day to be formal, informal, big, or small, beach or backyard, or a Surprise Wedding – Normal legal process still applies this could be a Birthday, Engagement, New Years, Baby Naming or any other significant event –

Shhh it’s a secret!!

I’ll make you shine on your day.

Regardless of the country you’re in, we can arrange a meeting via Skype, facetime and discuss to make it all happen.

Wedding Packages

Mid-Week Package – Monday – Thursday $535.00

• I offer a Free No Obligation first meeting
• Extensive range of wedding samples, poems, vows, ideas etc
• Creating a unique ceremony, reflecting your love and beliefs
• Unlimited contact via phone/email/Skype
• Recording and furnishing of all the legal paperwork
• Mid-week Package rate not available on Public Holidays
• Arriving 30 minutes before the ceremony
• Quality Wireless MIPRO PA System to play your wedding playlist
• Liaising with your partner, family members, and photographer
• Coordinating your marriage
• Lodging of legal paperwork with BDM Vic
• Decorative wedding certificate and keepsake ceremony booklet
• Travel included within 50kms of Melbourne Central

Full Wedding Package - Friday – Sunday $745.00

• I offer a Free No Obligation first meeting
• Extensive range of wedding samples, poems, vows, ideas etc
• Creating a unique ceremony, reflecting your love and beliefs
• Unlimited contact via phone/email/Skype
• Recording and furnishing of all the legal paperwork
• Rehearsal at the wedding venue
• Arriving 30 minutes before the ceremony
• Quality Wireless MIPRO PA System to play your wedding playlist
• Liaising with your partner, family members, and photographer
• Coordinating your marriage
• Lodging of legal paperwork with BDM Vic
• Decorative wedding certificate and keepsake ceremony booklet
• Travel included within 50kms of Melbourne Central

 

 

Lise Rodgers The Melbourne Marriage Celebrant

Hemelbournemarriagecelebrant.com.au

409519879

The Melbourne Marriage Celebrant for anyone in love. Lise Rodgers is ready to create your wedding memories in a beautifully written ceremony that will tell your love story.

For me, that’s what being a Marriage Celebrant is all about. Creating ceremonies that celebrate you – who you are as individuals, who you are as a couple. All the little moments you’ve shared along the way.Your personalities, your style, your values, your sense of humour.

That’s why, they are all unique.

Relaxed and simple, light hearted and fun, small and intimate or formal and traditional – it’s whatever suits you. Never overly long and definitely never boring! Always warm, genuine and completely engaging.

Telling your story in a way that everyone can enjoy – and always delivered with style, wit, elegance and grace. Well dressed, well prepared and well spoken – as you’d expect from a professional Melbourne wedding.

Getting Married by Lise Rodgers

“So what do we have to do to get married? I’ve never done this before and I don’t know where to start.”

Couples ask this question every week and at its simplest, getting married is both a commitment of the heart and a commitment under law, so the answer breaks down into 2 parts – The Legal requirements to get married in Australia and Melbourne Marriage Celebrant guide to planning your wedding ceremony,

I’m here to make the whole thing as easy as I can, setting up a manageable time line so you’ll know what has to be done when and helping you through any problems that might arise. Offering advice and information if you need it and happy to share my experience as one of the busier Marriage Celebrants in Melbourne so that on the day, you have the wedding you want.

he Legals – In Australia, Marriage is regulated by the Marriage Act 1961, which sets out the process for getting married and the legal requirements of a valid marriage. Here’s a basic guide to the 3 steps.

Step 1. The Notice of Intended Marriage

– This form must be lodged with me at least one month before the wedding and is valid for up to18 months.

– It asks you to show me evidence of your date and place of birth – if you were born in Australia, this is your birth certificate or an Australian passport. Certificates must be originals or a copy issued by the relevant registry – never a photocopy, whether certified or not.

– You must both be over the age of 18.

– If you were born overseas, then a birth certificate, your Australian passport or your overseas passport is acceptable (even if expired) – again, original documents not photocopies.

– If you have been married before, you need to provide evidence of the end of that marriage, either a divorce certificate or a death certificate for former spouse.

– All certificates need to be in English, otherwise you must arrange for them to be translated by a NAATI accredited translation service. I don’t keep your documents, I only need to sight them.

– if you and your partner are related to each other you must disclose the relationship.

– You each need to provide current photo ID

Step 2. In the Week Prior to the Wedding

– we need to complete a Declaration of No Legal Impediment to Marriage which asks you the question whether there is any reason that you can think of why you would be breaking the law to be married on your nominated date. Again, the onus is on you to tell the truth, with penalties if you don’t.

Step 3. On the Day

– The ceremony must include the Monitum – a paragraph set out in the Marriage Act; we’ll need to state your full names and you’ll need to exchange legal vows – also set out in the Marriage Act. There are three certificates to be signed by yourselves, a witness each and myself. One that I keep; a decorative official Marriage Certificate which you keep and one which I forward to the Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages, to have your marriage officially registered. This process can take up to 10 weeks.

Once I notify you that registration is complete, I always suggest that you apply for a copy of your certificate of marriage registration, which you may well need, particularly if either of you will be changing your surname. However it is optional, so therefore not included in your fee.

Should your situation require either of you to apply for a Fiance / Spouse visa, I am experienced in providing the necessary documentation to support your application.

Other Ceremonies

A Ceremony provides the opportunity to celebrate, welcome, acknowledge and pay tribute – it’s a way of marking Life’s Occasions in a most personal way.

Commitment Ceremonies –

There are many reasons why couples ask me as a Melbourne Marriage Celebrant, to work with them on a commitment ceremony –

It may be that they’ve already been married in a small, private ceremony and now they’d like to spread the news and celebrate that occasion within their wider circle of family and friends.

It may be that they’ve been married for years, but never had the wedding they wanted or could afford; so now when they’re able to please themselves, want to renew their vows in their dream ceremony.

For many, the idea of being legally bound to one another seems superfluous. The legal certificate isn’t going to make any difference to how they feel about each other or the strength of their relationship. The ceremony is more about celebrating the depth of their emotional attachment.

So whatever your situation, my approach is always the same – telling your love story in a commitment ceremony that’s all about you.

Funerals –

A Funeral Service that’s well written, well researched and delivered with genuine sensitivity can bring great comfort.

In times of sorrow, ceremony is the way to farewell, to mourn and remember. As a funeral celebrant, it’s always gratifying when couples I’ve been involved with in happier times, turn to me for help and guidance in preparing a Funeral or Memorial service for a loved one. Feeling comfortable with me and trusting that I’ll take my usual personal approach in creating a ceremony that truly reflects the character and individuality of tha

 

 

Daryll Webb Religious Marriage Celebrant

Daryllwebb.com.au

417372044

HI, I’M DARYLL

Melbourne // Geelong Marriage Celebrant

If you’re looking for a Melbourne Marriage Celebrant who is friendly, genuine, and sincere then you’ve come to the right place!  I enjoy meeting couples and assist them to create a ceremony that is special and memorable. I love to see and hear couples share messages of love and devotion to one another. I became a celebrant because a wedding is a happy occasion and I wanted to help to experience the joy of creating a ceremony for them.

WEDDINGS

Your marriage ceremony will be one of the happiest and most memorable events of your life – which is why you will want everything to be well organised and run smoothly. That’s where I come in. I will not only marry you but coordinate, and be responsible for the entire wedding ceremony.

As a dedicated, experienced and professional Melbourne / Geelong Marriage Celebrant, I’ll work with you to design a ceremony that reflects your own unique love story, so you will look back on this day as a celebration of love, with a few laughs, romance and maybe even a tear or two!

What I offer you

• Preparation of all the legal forms
• As many meetings as the couple require in order to create the ceremony of their dreams.
• Provide draft version of your ceremony for you to review and adjust to ensure that it reflects your wishes.
• Provision of a PA system with microphones and built in CD player to ensure that the ceremony and the vows are heard by all the guests.
• A rehearsal at the venue to ensure that everyone is relaxed and comfortable about their role.
• A presentation copy of the ceremony for you to keep.

 

Celebrations by Rosalie Wedding Celebrant Melbourne

Celebrationsbyrosalie.com.au

417055691

I’m Rosalie Humbert.

As an Authorised Marriage Celebrant, appointed by the Attorney-Generals’ Department, and a member of Australian Federation of Civil Celebrants, I pride myself on being friendly, professional, and creative.

Together we can design a marriage celebration that truly reflects your wishes and desires, your journey, personality and feelings that you both share. Any day, time or location that you have in mind, be it a formal grand affair or a more intimate occasion for your marriage celebrations, I will be happy to create a ceremony especially for you.

I may be 60 something, but I still feel very young. I love to exercise, enjoy good food and wine and have a great family and many special friends.  My background is in Human Resource Management, so spending my time, talking and meeting with happy, loving couples planning their future together, is something that warms my heart.

I hope to hear from you soon so we can create and design a beautiful and memorable marriage ceremony.

Wedding Celebrant

Services Include:

• A relaxed and obligation free meeting to discuss your plans
• Preparation of all legal documents prior to and after the ceremony
• Creation of a personal and unique ceremony
• Unlimited communication regarding your ceremony, via phone, email or in person
• Access to a selection of vows and ring ceremonies, readings, poems, quotes and cultural needs
• A high quality PA sound system
• An optional rehearsal of your ceremony to ensure that everything runs according to plan
• I will be dressed in a manner and style that compliments your wedding party and type of occasion
• Conducting and solemnising of the marriage

Other Services

• Namings Ceremonies
  A special ceremony to welcome and formally introduce your child to family and friends
• Renewal of Vows
  Renew your wedding vows to show your love to each other
• Commitment Ceremonies
  A ceremony to openly show your family and friends your commitment to each other – this could be same sex partners
• Passing Ceremonies
  A ceremony to honour and celebrate the life of our loved ones

 

 

Perpetual Expressions Wedding Celebrant Melbourne

Perpetualexpressions.com.au

413249711

Servicing Melbourne area, Warburton and the Yarra Valley

One of life’s most beautiful moments is the vision of a bride walking toward her husband to be.

A special moment in time which captivates the essence of love and happiness and will remain in your hearts forever, so it is only fitting that your wedding ceremony truly captures and portrays your love and lifetime commitment to each other.

My name is Elisabeth Pietsch and I love being a Celebrant.

I’m flexible, fun, friendly, energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about creating a wedding, elopement, renewal or commitment ceremony for you with warmth and understanding.

MARRIAGE CEREMONY

You are about to embark on a most exciting journey, and I would love to help you.

Your wedding in the presence of your family and friends, gives public recognition to the private experience of your love.

For anyone in love and who wants to become married, it is my absolute pleasure to help them ‘tie that knot’. My presentation style is down-to-earth and relaxed, non-complicated and not over-the-top, nothing cheesy, mushy or religious – just a gorgeous ceremony that starts the wedding day perfectly.

A ceremony that reflects you as a couple – as lovers, as partners in life, as best friends. A professionally presented, elegant, stylish and romantic ceremony that has everyone smiling, laughing (or crying!) Tears of joy are always allowed.

This is the day you have worked towards being the ultimate moment in life, so as your Celebrant, I ensure that ceremony is perfect from the very first minute.

From the Romantics and Dreamers to the Academics and Achievers, love is to be celebrated and your wedding ceremony will be as perfect as your love for each other.

The great thing about being married by a Civil Celebrant is that you get to choose where and when you get married.

You also have the opportunity to create a ceremony that is uniquely yours.

You can choose words, poems and readings that reflect your feelings for each other, and if you share a great sense of humour, this is the perfect occasion to showcase to your guests, your fun loving side.

This is your day, so enjoy yourselves, include happy memories, favourite readings and music, which tell the story of your romance. Be creative, make it your Wedding and you will have a day to cherish.

BABY NAMING CEREMONY

A Naming Ceremony is an important ritual in a child’s life and a wonderful way of introducing your child to your extended family and friends. It is also a means of celebrating your transition to parenthood.

Unlike a wedding, there are no legal requirements at a Naming Ceremony, which is probably just as well, because anything can happen where children are involved.

This makes the occasion wonderful and the unexpected often occurs. I will supply you with sample ceremonies and readings; however, if you wish to write your own ceremony, I can suggest wording and ideas to make it a memorable day.

It is a lovely idea to honour the grandparents by having a “Grandparents’ Dedication” where they choose a reading, or even write one to express the unconditional love they have for their grandchild. You may wish to appoint godparents or mentors for your child, or you can even appoint everyone at the ceremony to be your child’s “guardian family.”

THE DIFFERENCE

COMMITMENT CEREMONY

Sometimes people are in love, but just don’t want to get married. There could be very personal reasons for this. Maybe an unpleasant first marriage and a bitter break up. It could be cultural or religious difference. It could be a couple who have previously been married, and have families.

Sometimes the legalities and Will complications can be overwhelming, so they make the decision not to marry. However, they want their family and friends to know that they are committed to each other. A Commitment Ceremony is also appropriate for a gay couple, who wish to make a public acknowledgment of their relationship.

The format of a Commitment Ceremony is similar to that of a Wedding, but it is not a legal ceremony and this must be stated by the Celebrant. If you both have children, a Commitment is a lovely way of uniting your two families by involving them in your ceremony.

Unlike a wedding, a commitment ceremony gives two people the freedom to choose to honour the traditional customs of a classic marriage without having to sign a marriage licence. Some couples choose to follow the wedding ceremony ritual, others prefer to invent their own rituals. There are no legal rules and limitations that apply to the commitment celebration and even the couple’s close friend can officiate the commitment ceremony.

The format of a Commitment Ceremony is similar to that of a Wedding, but it is not a legal ceremony and this must be stated by the Celebrant. If you both have children, a Commitment is a lovely way of uniting your two families by involving them in your ceremony.

SO YOU WANT TO ELOPE

Eloping is a wonderful way to avoid the stress and expense that usually accompanies a large wedding. Take a day or two off work and run away to the hills together or even with a few of your closest friends.

Is eloping for you? So many times in the wedding process, a frazzled bride will exclaim “We should just elope!” But few actually go through with it.

Given the high cost of a wedding, and the prominence of celebrities eloping, this might be an option worth considering.

There’s always a feeling of romantic rebellion when eloping is mentioned. It can be a good way to save money, but you should keep in mind the pros and cons of eloping. Although it might be a good idea at the time, will you regret not having a wedding in the years to come? You might want to keep in mind a few of these things: