FAQ’s

I always say lock in your celebrant as soon as your venue is booked. I get it, the fun stuff is tempting, but finding someone who gets your vision and matches your vibe is key. We don’t just run the ceremony… we set the tone for your whole day. Plus, we can help with planning and recommend trusted vendors.
Oh, and we take care of all the legal stuff too, so yano, kind of a big deal ;)

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When should I book my celebrant?

When and how do I apply for my marriage licence?

No rush, you can apply for your marriage licence within 3 months of your wedding date. It generally take 3-5 business days to be emailed to you and once received, I ask you to forward them to me so I can bring them on your wedding day.
You can apply for your marriage licence by following this link.
Be sure to apply for your marriage certificate at the same time if you want this sent to you soon after your wedding.

What am I really paying for in a celebrant fee?

After our first catch-up (either in person or virtually), if you feel we’re the right fit and would love to have me as your celebrant, a 30% deposit is required to secure your wedding date.
The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to your wedding day. Once this is paid, everything is locked in and I’ll be right there alongside you taking care of all the ceremony details and legal requirements.
Please note, your date is only confirmed once the deposit has been received.

While your ceremony may only be 30 minutes, the work behind it is so much more. Celebrants spend hours getting to know you, crafting a personalized ceremony, guiding your planning, coordinating with vendors, and handling all the legal paperwork. Our goal is to create a meaningful, seamless experience that reflects your story, share plenty of laughs and maybe even a few tears. Happy ones of course.
This takes time, expertise, and care, so the fee isn’t just for the minutes you see us at your ceremony, it covers weeks of planning and preparation behind the scenes, we love to make you feel special!

What are your payment terms?

Abso-bloody-lutely! Love is uniquely yours, between you and your special person. If you both truly feel it, no one can argue that. That’s worth celebrating!

Do you celebrate all couples?

Can we incorporate cultural or religious elements into our ceremony?

Of course! Your ceremony should reflect who you are and what matters most to you. I’m more than happy to include cultural traditions, religious elements, or meaningful rituals that feel right for you. We’ll work together to ensure everything flows beautifully while still meeting the legal requirements of a marriage ceremony.

Absolutely! I’m always happy to travel for your ceremony
If your location is outside of the wider Canterbury region, travel costs may apply. Let’s have a chat and work out the best way to make it work for all.

Are you open to travel for a ceremony?

Yes! of course. I’ll make sure my outfit blends in beautifully and complements your wedding aesthetic. No white, no matching the bridesmaids and absolutely no standing centre aisle for your kiss photo as you are pronounced newlyweds!

Can you match our aesthetics?

Can we incorporate special people/pets in our ceremony?

I get asked this a lot, Absolutely yes! As a mum to two little rascals under five and a mischievous Labrador, I’ve become an expert in keeping kids and pets involved without the chaos, well maybe just a little of the cute kind of chaos that makes your ceremony unforgettable! I have plenty of tricks up my sleeve to help them feel included, look adorable, and behave (mostly!) so your ceremony is super wholesome.

Can you help us write our vows?

Sure thing! I can help with that! We’ll have a chat about what your special person means to you, how they show up in your life, and your hopes and dreams together. Then I’ll help you turn those thoughts and feelings into heartfelt vows crafted entirely in your own words so they’re personal, genuine, and totally you.

I understand that sometimes plans change, life happens. If you do need to cancel, please let me know as soon as possible.
If your wedding is cancelled more than 30 days before your wedding date, I’ll retain the 30% deposit, with no further payments required.
If cancellation occurs within 30 days of your wedding, the full ceremony fee is non-refundable, as by this stage many hours have gone into creating your personalised ceremony script, along with preparation and holding your date just for you.
If you’d like to postpone to a new date, a $50 postponement fee applies, subject to availability. If I’m unavailable on your new date, I have a wonderful community of celebrants I can help connect you with.

What happens if we need to cancel?