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Weddings
What
does the Celebrant do?
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Attends to all the legal paperwork
- Assists
you to create a ceremony to suit your need
- Solemnizes
your marriage
- A
venue, flowers, cars, cake etc can be arranged for overseas
couples, for a small co-ordination fee.
What
is the Cost?
$300
for the legalities/deposit and can be paid by cheque or cash
$400 for the ceremony, plus travel costs if further that 70K
from my area.
How far in advance do I need to contact the Celebrant?
When
you have decided on a date please call me as soon as
possible. Most celebrants are booked months in advance.
What
does the fee cover?
-
Completion of all legal work
- Initial
& subsequent visits, plus a rehearsal if you feel
required
- All
administrative costs
- Use
of microphone, CD play and music and extra microphone for
readings
- A
selection of introductions, readings and vows, to assist you
in creating your own ceremony.
- Your
ceremony will be printed into a memento booklet, which also
becomes your guest book
- You will receive a change of name kit and a will kit
How long does the ceremony last?
It
is your day! Civil Ceremonies usually take about 20 minutes
to complete, including the signing of certificates.
What are the legal
requirements?
You
will need to complete a Notice of Intended Marriage (NIM),
valid for 18 months. Supplied
by me or your may download if from www.civilcelebrants.com.au
(under legals) .
Minimum
notice is one day and one month prior to wedding date.
You
will be required to present your birth certificates, and for
Overseas people, a current passport. (signed by a consulate
or medical doctor).
If
there has been a previous marriage, either a Decree Absolute
of Divorce, or a Death Certificate is required.
You
must be over the age of 18 years
Note:
a deposit will be need at this time, with final payment at
least 2 weeks prior to the wedding.
What venues do you recommend?
The
cityscape, your own home, gardens, beach or even a lovely
park are all very popular, however it would be advisable to
check with the local council regarding fees.
If
you are having an outdoor wedding, it is advisable to have
an alternative indoor venue in case of inclement weather.
Note:
Should you wedding be late in the date, determine the sunset
time to ensure sufficient light for document signing and
photography.
Do
we have to attend any pre-marital courses?
This
is your choice. I do have all the information regarding this
should you wish to attend. Most couples who have taken
advantage of this course, have gained a lot of insight and
confidence in their marriage.
We want
to have a ceremony or wedding to celebrate our relationship,
but we don't want to get legally married. Can we do that?
Yes, many
people appreciate the ritual of a wedding even if they don't
want to (or can't) get legally married. Some want to be
married "in the eyes of God" but have reasons why a legal
marriage is not a good option for them. Others want an
opportunity to celebrate their love with their family and
friends, or make vows to each other in a private ritual. If
you want to, it's even legal for one or both unmarried
partners to change their last names so that they match like
a married couple. The options for how to create your own
ceremony are limitless.
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