Information Pack
There’s so much about your wedding day to be enjoyed and especially the part where you officially get married - the ceremony! As a celebrant, I looove to create beautiful moments. It’s my wish that in the years to come, the memory of your ceremony will bring big spontaneous smiles as you reminisce about how fun and special it all was.
First step is to check I’m available for your chosen date, time and location. Once that’s confirmed, let me know what type of ceremony you’d like (Elopement / Simply Sweet / All About Us) and we’ll get started.
Hope to hear from you soon,
Kate
Elopement $500
Over the past few years this intimate style of ceremony has become increasingly popular. It’s also sometimes referred to as a ‘micro-wedding’.
The format is intentionally short and simple, making it the ideal way to get married with minimal fuss while still honouring the significance of the occasion. Includes the option to personalise your vows and exchange rings.
If you’re looking for beautiful outdoor ceremony locations in Sydney, feel free to ask. I know lots of great spots!
This option is also suitable to book alongside a cultural marriage ceremony when a celebrant is needed simply to meet legal requirements for your traditional celebrations.
Guests: usually best suited for up to about 20
PA system: not available
Recommended planning process
About 2 - 4 months before your ceremony (or earlier, if you’d prefer) we’ll have a video call to complete your NOIM together.
During this meeting we can also chat about what will happen during your ceremony, so you can relax in knowing what to expect on the big day.
NOIM (pre-ceremony paperwork): Your completed NOIM needs to be sent to me at least one month before your ceremony.
Payment terms: $200 to secure your booking. Balance due 4 months before your ceremony.
Simply Sweet $950
A heartfelt, meaningful ceremony that’s simple to prepare and super sweet on the day.
The format includes everything you’d usually expect for a beautiful wedding ceremony, delivered in a modern way. Includes options for personalisation throughout the ceremony.
Using a thoughtfully crafted script that I have pre-written (and keep fresh with regular updates), your ceremony will strike the perfect balance of reverence and fun, so you can relax and enjoy every moment as it happens.
Guests: unlimited
PA system: available upon request.
Recommended planning process
About 2 - 4 months before your ceremony (or earlier, if you’d prefer) we’ll have our Preparation Meeting. During this meeting we’ll chat about what will happen during your ceremony, with special focus on the parts that can be personalised. I’ll then use that information to finalise your ceremony script. Together, we can also complete your ‘NOIM’.
Then, about 1 - 2 weeks before your ceremony we’ll have a phone rehearsal to double-check details and logistics, making sure everything runs smoothly on the big day.
NOIM (pre-ceremony paperwork): I’ll assist you in completing it. Must be done at least one month before your ceremony.
Payment terms: $200 to secure your booking. Balance due 4 months before your ceremony.
All About Us $1500
Your wedding, your way. A personalised ceremony that couldn’t belong to anyone else as it’s written for you, in consultation with you.
Together, my creativity and experience teamed with your input and ideas will make your ceremony the absolute highlight of your day.
Your ceremony will be written to align with your values and preferences from beginning to end. Personal touches will be added throughout to make it completely “you”. We can include your love story, rituals, readings, personalised vows… basically, anything you’d like.
You’ll get online access to my extensive collection of ideas and inspiration to keep everything easy and fun.
Guests: unlimited
PA system: available upon request.
Recommended planning process
About 3 - 4 months before your ceremony (or earlier, if you’d prefer), we’ll have our Planning Meeting. This will be an in-depth chat about your ceremony (it’ll be fun!) and I’ll use that info to write your personalised script. Together, we can also complete your ‘NOIM’.
If you wish to see a preview of your ceremony script I’ll send it to you in advance; allowing time for feedback and edits. It’s important to me that you’re 100% happy with the final result.
Then, about 1 - 2 weeks before your ceremony we’ll have a phone rehearsal to review your overall ceremony and plan. This will help you relax in knowing what to expect, and ensure I can guide everything according to your wishes on the big day.
NOIM (pre-ceremony paperwork): I’ll assist you in completing it. Must be done at least one month before your ceremony.
Payment terms: $300 to secure booking. Balance due 4 months before your ceremony.
other services / fees
All packages include up to 70km return travel from Linley Point to your ceremony venue. Further travel is $1/km.
Do you want to get a legal marriage certificate after your ceremony? This certificate is issued from the Registry Office of Births Deaths and Marriages and as your celebrant, I can submit the application on your behalf. This is an optional, separate service because not everyone wants/needs this legal certificate - it’s mainly required for official purposes such as changing your name. If you’d like me to arrange it for you, I simply ask the fee charged by the Registry Office to be covered, which is $67 inc. postage. You can let me know at the same time as making your ceremony booking so it goes on the same invoice, or decide later on.
For ceremonies held on a NSW public holiday, an additional fee of 20% is applied.
Anything else to know?
The Notice of Intended Marriage (‘NOIM’) must be completed and submitted to your celebrant least one month before your ceremony.
My PA system is available upon request for the ‘Simply Sweet’ and ‘All About Us’ packages, subject to venue rules and weather forecast - I personally don’t mind a bit of rain but my PA system must stay completely dry. I use a high quality microphone and speakers for excellent sound.
For meetings held in person, I’m available to meet in Lane Cove / Hunters Hill / Chatswood / Balmain / Barangaroo at a café or bar of your choice.