Weddings

A civil marriage ceremony will allow you the freedom of choice to create a wedding ceremony that reflects your feelings, beliefs and personality. It is your wedding ceremony, total focus is on you.

I can offer you a sample  manual to select your ceremony from, you may modify the service to suit your own individual taste. Whatever you choose I will be happy to adhere to your wishes.

Wedding services are a personal thing, so don’t be afraid if you want to add your own verses, readings, music or cultural symbols.

I am here to advise you on other aspects of your wedding day and welcome any enquiries you may have so that your wedding ceremony is tailored to your exact needs.

What are the Legal Obligations?

Both parties must be over 18 years of age.

On your first visit with me I will need:

  • Birth certificate (originals or extracts only)
  • Passport, if you are a citizen of a country other than Australia
  • A Decree Absolute, if you are divorced from a previous marriage
  • If either of you are under 18, your parent’s consent & an order from a magistrate
  • If you are previously widowed, a death certificate
  • A statutory declaration if you were born overseas & have lost your documentation

To be married within Australia, it is the law that you give me at least one month and one
days notice and the notice period can be no longer than 18 months.

I will draw up THE NOTICE OF INTENDED MARRIAGE which will be kept with me until the day you are married.

On the day of your marriage you must have two witnesses over the age of 18 years.