Easy Weddings Marriage Celebrants Cairns / Port Douglas

Tim Kelly - Cairns & Port Douglas Marriage Celebrant

5  ( 62 reviews ) · Cairns, Port Douglas, Mission Beach and the Tablelands but I am prepared to travel nationally · Show Phone
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OVERVIEW

As a Cairns Marriage Celebrant and Master of Ceremonies who supports same-sex marriage and Marriage Equality, I promise to provide you with a ceremony that is thoughtful, professional, and most of all, memorable.

* I am relaxed, open minded and open hearted and it is reflected in my ceremonies.
* I am professional and dedicated.
* I offer unlimited phone, video & email contact.
* After the ceremony you receive a beautifully presented copy of your ceremony, wedding vows, readings etc.
* I offer access to a signing table & chairs.
* You have access to my self contained, wireless PA system available for playing your choice of music and making sure that no-one misses a word.

Whether you just want to tick that box or whether you want to shout your love from the rooftops, contact me today and find out how I can make your wedding ceremony, and your wedding vows, the most memorable moment of your life.

About

I'm known for relaxed, fun filled, memorable ceremonies that stay in the heart forever. I've been a Celebrant for over 10 years now and have never, ever regretted it. What started out as a sideline has now become my career. It's all I do. It's not a sideline anymore. It's also not my 'job'. It's.. what.. I.. do. So, if you want a ceremony filled with love, and a day filled with more love, amazing memories, 'happy' tears and lots of belly laughs, please, get in touch.

Mr Tim Kelly

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Couples consistently describe Tim as a warm, highly professional celebrant who makes planning feel effortless and the ceremony genuinely memorable—whether it’s a relaxed legal beach wedding, an intimate elopement, or something a little quirky. Recurring highlights include clear communication, thorough preparation, punctual arrival (often early), and strong attention to detail that keeps everything running smoothly. On the day, his humour, energy, and ability to connect with guests help create the right balance of heartfelt emotion and fun, with many couples noting they felt calm and supported throughout.

May 2026

I couldnt recommend Tim highly enough! We had Tim as our celebrant and MC for our surprise wedding. We wanted everything to be laid back and fun and Tim nailed the brief perfectly. He made all our guests laugh and importantly made us feel at ease knowing he had everything covered. Tim was professional from start to finish and I couldnt imagine anyone else marrying us. Thanks so much Tim!

Jen D.

May 2026

Tim was absolutely exceptional and played such a huge part in making our wedding ceremony unforgettable. From the very beginning, he made the entire process feel effortless with his professionalism, organisation, and genuine care. On the day, he was the perfect balance of warm, hilarious, and engaging, keeping all of our guests captivated while making the ceremony feel deeply personal and so full of heart. His preparation, attention to detail, and even coordinating his outfit to perfectly match our wedding aesthetic were second to none, creating such a seamless, polished atmosphere that allowed us to truly enjoy every moment. We couldn’t have imagined a better celebrant and cannot recommend Tim highly enough!! 🤍💍

Vee B.

February 2026

Tim Kelly- Celebrant & Master of Ceremonies @Cairns Tropical Marriages We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding celebrant than Tim Kelly. From our very first interaction, his professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail stood out immediately. We originally engaged Tim to be our own wedding celebrant. However, due to unexpected circumstances, Tim stepped in at short notice to marry my in-laws, turning what could have been a stressful situation into the fulfilment of their dream wedding, His ability to adapt with such care, understanding, and genuine enthusiasm meant everything to our family. Tim has a remarkable ability to connect with couples and truly understand their story. He knew exactly when to lift the energy and when to offer calm, reassuring support, creating a ceremony that felt perfectly balanced, personal and meaningful. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and it was clear how much effort he put into making the day special. The experience was so positive that we are keeping Tim on to return and officiate our own wedding, exactly as originally planned. A decision we feel completely confident about. The value, quality, and level of service Tim provides truly goes above and beyond, and we would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a celebrant who genuinely cares.

Tahlia F.

Tim Kelly - Cairns & Port Douglas Marriage Celebrant

I'm honoured by your words and can't wait to conduct your ceremony soon.

June 2026

Tim had personality funny helpful and a great laugh. He was on our level all the way. Tim was absolutely amazing! We would recommend Tim over and over again.

Tiffanie A.

June 2026

Tim was amazing for our legal-only ceremony in Palm Cove. His communication was excellent from start to finish, he was incredibly professional, and he made the whole process feel easy and stress-free. On the day, his humour, energy and friendly personality immediately put us at ease. Even though it was a simple legal ceremony, he made it feel special and memorable. He was flexible, organised, impeccably dressed, and a genuine pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend Tim to any couple looking for a celebrant who is professional, personable and great fun. Thanks for helping make our day so special!

Timika K.


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When I get married can I change my given name at the same time as I change my surname

My given name is currently Rebecca but I have only ever been called Bec, I am wondering when I get married can my celebrant register my name with births deaths and marriages as Bec (Husbands Surname) or do I need to apply to change my given name before the ceremony? Thank you.

Tim Kelly - Cairns & Port Douglas Marriage Celebrant

Hello Bec.

Your Celebrant can change neither your given name nor your surname, I'm afraid. We have to use the legal names recorded on your identity documents.

To change your given name would require you to do so legally, via deed poll. The Celebrant then submits the paperwork for the legal name change when they submit the paperwork to the BDM, thereby verifying the veracity of the name change. 

You can only change your surname once you have received your Official Certificate of Marriage, which gives you the authority to take your husbands surname.. or vice versa ??.

I hope this helps, Bec.

Help! We forgot to file our NOIM

Will our wedding date be off now officially and we'll have to have it dated after our actual wedding which is in two weeks?

Tim Kelly - Cairns & Port Douglas Marriage Celebrant

In this situation I would suggest lodging your NOIM with your Celebrant (who should have been on top of this, by the way) and conducting a commitment ceremony on the date of your wedding. You then meet with your Celebrant one month from the date the NOIM was lodged and you just do the legal parts.

Can you become a marriage celebrant and officiate your own wedding?

Tim Kelly - Cairns & Port Douglas Marriage Celebrant

The simple answer and most direct answer is No. The best way to explain it would be 'conflict of interest'. You can't marry yourself.

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