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 $600
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 dreaming of finding a beautiful ceremony location around Sydney Harbour, 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 we can have a video meeting to complete your ‘NOIM’ paperwork 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.
Simply Sweet $1000
A heartfelt, meaningful ceremony that includes everything you’d usually expect for a beautiful wedding, delivered in a modern way.
The format is designed to keep the planning stage simple for you by 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.
Includes options to personalise your processional entrance, words about marriage, personal vows, ring exchange, introduction as newlyweds, and signing papers during/after the ceremony.
Guests: unlimited
PA system: available upon request.
Recommended planning process
About 2 - 4 months before your ceremony we’ll hold our Preparation Meeting. The main focus of this meeting will be to discuss what happens during your ceremony, with special attention on the parts that can be personalised. Together, we can also complete your ‘NOIM’ paperwork.
Then, about 1 - 2 weeks before your ceremony we’ll have a phone rehearsal to double-check all the details, making sure everything runs smoothly on the big day.
All About Us $1600
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 can be seamlessly blended with the more traditional aspects to make it completely “you”. We can include your love story, rituals, readings, personalised vows… basically, anything you’d like.
You’ll get 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 we’ll hold 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’ paperwork.
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 plan, so you can feel comfortable in knowing what to expect and I can ensure everything runs smoothly on the big day.
What else do I need to know?
To confirm your booking: please let me know which package you’d like (Elopement / Simply Sweet / All About Us) and I’ll send you the booking papers. Bookings are confirmed upon receipt of the initial booking fee payment of $200 and signed Service Agreement.
Payment terms: initial booking fee payment of $200 is required to secure your booking. Balance due 4 months before your ceremony date.
Notice of Intended Marriage (‘NOIM’): this pre-ceremony paperwork must be lodged with your celebrant at least one month before your ceremony. Earlier is better. As your celebrant I can help you complete it.
other services / fees
Travel Fee: all packages include up to 50km return travel from Linley Point to your ceremony venue.
Elopement package: further travel is $2/km. Maximum distance for Elopement ceremony is 100km return from Linley Point.
Simply Sweet / All About Us package: further travel is $1.50/km.
Public Holidays: for ceremonies held on a NSW public holiday weekend, an additional fee of 20% will apply.
Legal Marriage Certificate: this is issued from the government Registry Office of Births Deaths & Marriages and as your celebrant, I can submit an application on your behalf. This is an optional, separate service because not everyone wants/needs a legal certificate - it’s mainly required for official purposes such as changing your name. If you’d like me to arrange one 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 closer to your ceremony date.
Anything else to know?
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 / Barangaroo at a café or bar of your choice.