WEDDINGS PAGE

All celebrants must adhere to the Code of Practice as set by the Attorney General’s Department and I absolutely comply with this – and I also follow an excellent work ethic. I take my celebrant work very seriously and take great pride in having everything running smoothly on your wedding day… You can choose family or friends to do a reading at your wedding.

What can I offer you?

• High standard of client service
• I arrive one hour early on your wedding day to check everything is ready for you
• I book only one wedding per day, so I don’t have to rush off
• PA system that can play music
• You have unlimited contact with me
• As an experienced speaker, your guests will remain engaged throughout the ceremony
• I have the ability to manage difficult elements
• A FREE rehearsal so you know how your day will be conducted
• I take care of all the Legal Documentation

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

The Notice of Intended Marriage Form

To be completed, signed and lodged with me, one clear month prior to the wedding and is valid for a period of 18 months. I need to sight an original birth certificate or an extract for anyone born in Australia. If born overseas, a birth certificate or an overseas passport.

Divorced:

I need to sight court evidence of Decree Absolute (before 1 July 2002) or Certificate of Divorce (after 1 JULY 2002)

Widowed:

I need to sight a Death Notice.

After the wedding – lodgement of paperwork (within 14 days of the wedding)

I will forward documents to the Victorian Registry of Births, Deaths, Marriages, to ensure registration of your marriage. You can then apply for a registered copy of your Marriage Certificate so you can change bank details, passport, driver’s licence, etc...

Do I need to apply for a change of name when I marry?

Australian Law says that a woman assumes her husband’s name after the marriage and takes her husband’s surname as a matter of custom, not law.

Overseas Couples/Spouse Visa

If you are applying for a Prospective Marriage Fiancee Visa I can provide you with the necessary documentation for the Immigration Department. I will write a letter for you and we will also attach a copy of the Notice of Intended Marriage form. - for further details check the website: Prospective Marriage Visa