Celebrations by David

No, celebrants are free to charge whatever fee they feel is most appropriate for the ceremony in question, given the services and time provided.

I have a number of packages, each offering different levels of ceremonies for varying prices, and depending on how much you want to personalise your ceremony.

Ask around, particularly from people who have used local celebrants. Look on the web for a celebrant’s website, check the various directories, and attend Bridal Expos. It is a good idea to call at least one or two celebrants and ask to meet them.

Prescribed authorities, which are usually at your Local Court or Registry officials can shorten the required period of notice if they are satisfied that the circumstances prescribed in the Regulations are met.
There are five categories of circumstances set out in the Regulations.

• Employment–related, or other travel commitments
• Wedding or celebration arrangements, or religious considerations
• Medical reasons
• Legal proceedings, and
• Error in giving notice.

And, shortening of time is not automatic.

Your original Birth Certificates and a current photo ID or a passport are required for both parties.

If either of you has been previously married, then you must provide evidence of the termination of the marriage. This can be in the form of an original of your final divorce papers or a Death Certificate (if you have been widowed).

Please ensure that all the documents you provide are the originals, and if the originals are not in English, then a qualified interpreter must have translated them.

You need two persons as witnesses. who can speak and understand English, and are at least 18 years of age.