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A Celebrant Who Brings Energy, Professionalism, and Personality to Your Big Day
Hi, I’m Leanne a Cairns based celebrant with years of experience and a deep love for personalising ceremonies that feel like you.
Whether you’re planning a relaxed elopement, a high-energy celebration, or something beautifully in between, I’ll help you create a ceremony that’s heartfelt, seamless, and unforgettable.
Why couples love working with me:
Professional, friendly and organised I bring structure without being stiff
Totally custom ceremonies written from scratch with your style, tone, and story in mind
Experienced in Cairns, Palm Cove, Port Douglas & FNQ – I know the venues, vendors, and vibes
Fur babies & children welcome I create ceremonies that include your whole family
Elopements to big weddings no event is too small or too large
From legal paperwork to personalised vows, I’ll guide you every step of the way. Need to Zoom? No problem. Planning from interstate or overseas? Easy.
Let’s make it official your way.
About
Contact me directly on 0438556215 Or Leanne.markert@bigpond.com to prevent delays I am honoured to be the celebrant who helps couples bring their love story to life across the beautiful tropics. I have called the Cairns region home since 1980 and know all its hidden gems, from serene beaches to lush tropical gardens, reef fringed islands to quiet family farms. I believe your wedding day should be uniquely yours, and I love creating ceremonies that reflect the real you.
Leanne Markert
Business Owner
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Leanne Markert - Marriage Celebrant Brochure
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Legals Only Weekday weddings
Weekday “Legals Only” Ceremony – Just $650
Perfect for couples who want a simple, stress-free way to make it official.
My Legals Only package includes everything you need to be legally married in Australia, with support at every step:
• A personalised email and quick questionnaire so I can complete your Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) for you
• A video call to witness your NOIM — easy, convenient, and done from home
• An in-person meeting with you and your two witnesses to sign all marriage documents
• Lodgement of all documents with Births, Deaths and Marriages Queensland
All you need to do is show up ready to say “We do.”
Simple. Seamless. Affordable.
Let’s get you legally married with zero stress.
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Complete Wedding Ceremony Package
Investment
Monday to Friday (Business Hours): $750
After Hours and Weekends: $850
Your wedding ceremony should be one of the most memorable parts of your day, not just the legal formality. I create ceremonies that are personal, meaningful and relaxed, reflecting your story as a couple.
As an experienced Authorised Marriage Celebrant, I will guide you through the entire process with clear communication, practical support and a calm, professional approach, so planning your ceremony feels easy and enjoyable.
This package includes:
• A personalised ceremony written especially for you
• Unlimited support and guidance throughout the planning process
• Access to a wide range of ceremony wording, readings, rituals and vow ideas
• Help with writing personal vows if needed
• Preparation and completion of all legal marriage paperwork
• Lodgement of all legal documents with Births, Deaths and Marriages
• Guidance through the legal marriage process
• Professional PA system and microphone for your ceremony
• Ceremony music played through my sound system
• Signing table for your marriage documents
• Advice on ceremony structure, timing and flow
• A warm, professional and relaxed celebrant focused on creating a ceremony your guests will enjoy and you will remember forever
My aim is to create a ceremony that feels authentic, keeps your guests engaged and gives you beautiful memories of one of the most important moments of your lives.
If you are looking for a celebrant who will make the process simple and the ceremony unforgettable, I would love to help bring your wedding to life.
Travel is included from Gordonvale to Port Douglas and west to Mareeba. Travel beyond these areas may incur an additional fee.
Leanne Markert
Authorised Celebrant
Leannemarkert.com.au
0438556215
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Service Area Cairns & Surrounding Areas
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