What Do I Do?

We have to get this right

Weddings can be a very stressful time. I promise to do the following six things that will help make your big day the most fun ever.

A Mate, Not A Stranger

I’m more than just an official; I’m a friend by your side. I bring a relaxed, "old mate" vibe that makes the front of the aisle feel like the safest place on earth.

Secret Weapon for Nerves

Feeling jitters? We’ve got this. I specialise in keeping the energy grounded and the vibes high, helping you shake off the nerves so you can actually enjoy your moment.

Ceremonies Guests Will Love

No "cookie-cutter" scripts here. I craft fun, engaging ceremonies that have your guests laughing, crying, and telling you it was the best wedding they’ve ever attended.

Violently Organised

I handle the heavy lifting behind the scenes. From collaborative Google Docs to vendor check-ins, I’m three steps ahead to ensure your day runs perfectly to plan.

Inclusive of All Love

Your story deserves to be celebrated exactly as it is. I provide a safe, celebratory, and judgment-free space for the LGBTQ+ community and couples of all ages and backgrounds.

Seamless Celebrant/MC Flow

Why hire two people when you can have one consistent vibe? I’ll manage your ceremony and then run your reception, keeping the party moving while you stay on the dance floor.

Pursuant to the provisions of section 11 of the Marriage Act 1955, I have have been appointed as an independent marriage celebrant for 2025-2026.

What To Expect

I work with you to make the planning completely stress-free, in about 30 different steps - here's just a few...

Months before

1. Our initial chat

We meet either in person, or via a video call. I check to make sure I'm available, we discuss my fee, if I need to travel, and then confirm the day, time and location. You pay a 35% deposit.

2. Plan your perfect ceremony

I send you a comprehensive wedding questionnaire for both of you to fill in. Based on the answers from this, I write a ceremony.

I then share a Google Doc with you, which we both work off going forward, collaborating on your perfect ceremony.

2.5 months to go

1.5 months to go

3. Sort out the reception

If you've also selected me to be your M.C. at the reception, I send you a reception questionnaire. In this we discuss timings (like entrees, dinner, dessert, dancing times), and who is doing speeches. I write a reception and share this with you to check.

4. Write personalised vows

My favourite part of the day! I help you both write the best vows to each other, something you can be proud of, and I promise your guests will love too.

1 month to go

3 weeks to go

5. Order your marriage licence

I promise to remind you to do this part (I can't do it on your behalf)! It needs to be done (minimum of) three business days before, and it expires after three months.

6. Finalise everything

We chat again, and I make sure you're 100% happy with the ceremony. I also check that we haven't missed anything, and confirm those last minute details.

The balance of my fee will also be due.

2 weeks to go

The day before

7. Practice makes perfect

Typically the morning before, we'll do a wedding rehearsal with the bridal party, so everyone knows what to do, how quick to walk down the aisle, and where to stand.

8. Let's do this!

I first give a briefing to the guests before the bride arrives about if they can take their own photos or not, your rules around posting to social media, turning their phones off, and other housekeeping items.

For the ceremony, I follow the script exactly as we've discussed it, so it's what you planned for, and there's no unexpected surprises.

Immediately after the ceremony, I leave one copy of the signed wedding certificate with you, and electronically file the second copy with the registrar.

If I am MC, I will co-ordinate the group photos, then make sure the reception goes off without a hitch. Might also do a cheeky shot with you both, why not?

The big day is here!

The day after

8. Making it all legal

I file your marriage licence with BDM, so that you're all legally married - nothing more you need to do.