Questions

Celebrants play a significant role for many important events in a persons life. To assist with your planning, I have provided the answers to some of the common questions I get asked when people first meet with me.

What does a celebrant do?
A Wedding Celebrant is responsible for writing your marriage ceremony, providing necessary resources to assist your planning, preparation and lodgement of all legal documents and performing your ceremony. I also provide you with a sound system, microphone, signing table and chair.

Can I get married next week?
Unfortunately no - many newly engaged couples do not realise that the Government requires one calendar month and one day notification of your intention to marry. Some exceptions are made and applications need to be made directly to Victorian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.

What is the difference between a General Celebrant and Commonwealth Authorised Celebrant?
General celebrants may perform commitment ceremonies, namings and other non-legal ceremonies, however they cannot perform a legal marriage ceremony. Authorised Celebrants will have CMC after their name.

Can I write my own marriage vows?
Absolutely. Your ceremony can include any personalised vows you may wish to write. Please keep in mind that in order for the marriage to be legal, some standard wording must be included. I work with you to develop your ceremony, ensuring it is personalised and memorable.

What is a naming ceremony?
A naming ceremony is a non-religious alternative ceremony to welcome and introduce a baby to loved ones. They do not have any legal status but are a wonderful way to acknowledge your new arrival and formally ask special friends or family members to play a supporting role in their upbringing.

What is a Justice of the Peace?
A Justice of the Peace or "JP" are volunteers appointed by the Governor in Council who can witness statutory declarations and affidavits. You can read more about our role here.