FAQ  

What is included in the fee?

The booking fee is paid within ten days of meeting you to reserve the time, date, and covers the registration of the notice of intention, with the balance of the fee due at the rehearsal.
The fee includes the wedding ceremony, rehearsal, travel within the metro area, table, 2 chairs and tablecloth for the signing, and booklet containing the ceremony
( I will provide a black pen for guest to use to sign the rear of the book). A range of bridal certificates. Please note: a small charge applies per kilometre for travel outside of the metro area. Please download this in the articles section.

 

What if I am sick?

I am a member of the Australian federation of civil celebrants who operate a backup service of 35 celebrants, who will, at no extra cost to you, ensure your ceremony starts on time.

What time does the ceremony start?
Wedding ceremonies must start on time, to be late will effect the celebrant, cars, photographer, videographer.
Guests sometimes arrive late, it is best to tell them to arrive 30 minutes before the wedding so everyone is there for the brides entry.

When and who is required at a rehearsal?
Only the bride and groom is needed. If you bring anyone else it is on the understanding they take you out for a meal after.

What happens in inclement weather?
Have a backup plan in case it rains, a park with a large covered gazebo would be ideal. Remember umbrellas and warm clothing for the bridesmaids. I can also suggest other areas which are available.

Where can you hold ceremonies?
Ceremonies can be held anywhere in the metro area, or outside the metro area.

How long will the ceremony last?
The attention span of most people is between 20 and 25 minutes. Any longer than this and your guests will lose interest.

Do you allow photographers to take photo during the ceremony?
I have no problem with the photographer and guests taking photographs during the ceremony, you need to have memories after the wedding.

When should the groom arrive at the ceremony?
The groom should arrive 30 minutes before the ceremony to greet the guests.

Do you recommend music during a ceremony?
Yes, it adds to the atmosphere of your ceremony.

Do you require amplification of your voice.
No, I am able to project my voice to the furthers person at the ceremony, and of course, will be heard well on your wedding video.

Do you recommend chairs to be supplied at a ceremony?
I can supply a table, a tablecloth and two chairs for the signing, but require assistance with carrying them from my car and return.
Chairs for the elderly should be supplied by yourselves.

Do you perform mini ceremonies within our ceremony?
Yes, these make the ceremony more interesting and give a personal touch to your ceremony.
Mini ceremonies are casting of the stones, unity ceremonies, butterflies, pigeons etc.

Do you perform surprise ceremonies?
Yes, as long as the bride and groom has signed the notice of intention according to the law.

What protection have we that you will perform our ceremony as per our wishes?
The Australian Federal Attorney General has a code of conduct all celebrants have to abide by.
A copy of this code can be supplied. If a civil celebrant does not abide by these rules, they may be fined and or loose their licence.
 

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