What documents do we need to provide?

To be married in Australia, I will need to see your

• Passport (Australian or overseas)

OR

• Birth certificate and photo ID (such as a drivers licence)

If you have been married before, I will need to see your divorce paperwork or death certificate for your previous partner.

Do you take care of the legalities?

I sure do!

So many couples come to me saying ‘We have no idea where to start.’ Fear not, because I guide you through it all!

The first bit of paperwork we have to complete is the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM). This is to be completed between 1 and 18 months prior to your wedding. This is when I will sight your ID. Signing of this document can be witnessed remotely over video chat and your ID witnessed in person at a later date.

There is then one more document we have to sign just before the ceremony - the declaration of no legal impediment.

The rest is signed following the ceremony and I submit all necessary paperwork to BD&M for registration. Once your marriage is approved, you will receive an email to order your official marriage certificate. Your certificate can then be used to change your name at the necessary organisations (if you so wish).

Do we have to write/say our own vows?

Short answer, no. There are single sentence legal vows that I will get you each to repeat after me during the ceremony. But as for the lovey dovey personal vows - no you don’t HAVE to do them, but I do HIGHLY recommend you do, They are everyone’s favourite part of a wedding ceremony and definitely bring out the water works. They are your chance to tell your future husband or wife why you love them so much and what you promise to bring to your marriage.

As a lover of public speaking and words of affirmation being my love language, I am a strong advocate for personal vows. But I also understand that they are not everyone’s cup of tea and so you won’t receive any pressure from me.

If you do decide to do them, you will witness my happy dance and I will provide you tips and guidance if you need it.

How long do your ceremonies go for?

I believe a ceremony sweet spot is 20 minutes. Guests don’t like to sit still for much longer, especially without a drink. And we can fit everything important without rambling in this timeframe. Legals only ceremonies are max 5 minutes, simple kinda love is 15-20 and crazy in love is usually around 25, including signing. I do not want guests yawning or checking their watches. I will have them engaged this entire 20 minutes!

Do you have a speaker and microphone?

Of course. I come fully self-sufficient with my wireless Bluetooth speaker and microphone ready to officiate your marriage. Ceremonies with less than 20 guests I find don’t need a speaker as it just feels unnecessary.

Can we use your speaker to play music?

Absolutely! I just ask that you have someone to play this for you. I will give them a run down pre-ceremony and get them connected to my speaker. Someone responsible and tech savvy is encouraged.

For small ceremonies where I am not bringing a microphone, you may just need to bring a little speaker to play music.

Can you recommend other vendors?

You bet! I have had the pleasure of working with many incredible vendors during my years in the industry, including those for my own wedding in 2025. So you better believe I have a list of the best in the biz ready to go for you!

How far do you travel?

I am based in Maryborough and travel outside will be charged at a $/km rate. I am willing to go almost anywhere to marry loved up couples. Just ask and a quote you will receive! x

I am proud to be a recommended supplier at the beautiful Kingfisher Bay Resort on K’gari (Fraser Island).

What deposit do we need to pay to secure our date?

I ask for a $200 deposit to secure your booking with the remainder due a month prior to your wedding date.

What if we need to cancel or postpone?

If cancelling, your deposit will not be refunded. If postponing, your fee will be transferred to a new date.

Do you include kids in your ceremonies?

Of course! A couples’ love story is made up many loved ones, children especially. I am all for including your loved ones in your special day.

Do you include a rehearsal?

I don’t included rehearsals in my packages as I find I don’t really need to be present during a run through where you practice walking speeds, bride hand off etc. Not having to travel for a separate rehearsal allows me to keep my fees down. I will discuss all of the important aspects of the ceremony with you in our final meeting. If you would prefer I perform a rehearsal, I am happy to quote for this but it will need to be a Mon-Thurs.

What do you wear?

I do my best to dress to suit your colour scheme and dress code.

Do you know to get out of the way for our kiss?

Yes! You don’t have to worry about that. I am well and truly out of the way for this special moment. In fact, I can stand anywhere you’d like me to during the ceremony.

Where do you stand?

I am open to where you’d like me to stand during the ceremony - in the aisle, beside your bridal party, or the usual between you both under the arbour. Wherever I am situated, I make sure to be out of the way for your special photo moments. I find most couples are most comfortable with me standing up with them.