Vicki Lever Celebrant
OVERVIEW
Hi, I’m Vicki!
I’m all about creating ceremonies that feel warm, genuine, and completely you. With over 16 years of experience as a celebrant and a background in writing, design, and public speaking, I bring a thoughtful, creative, and confident energy to every ceremony I craft.
From our first chat, I’ll create a welcoming space for you to toss around ideas, share your story, and dream big. Whether you want something short and sweet or a more elaborate celebration, I’ll guide you through each step with care, support, and plenty of laughs along the way.
I’ve got loads of resources to make things easier—from vow-writing guides to top tips and inspiration to help bring your ceremony to life. And if you ever feel stuck, I’ll be right there with ideas, encouragement, and a warm cuppa (or a glass of bubbles!).
When it’s time to say ‘I do,’ I’ll bring a confident voice and vibrant energy to the moment, making sure your loved ones are engaged and your story is told with heart.
Let’s start with a relaxed chat over Zoom to explore your vision and see how I can help bring it to life.
I’d love to be part of your big day and help you create a ceremony that’s heartfelt, fun, and completely unforgettable.
Can’t wait to hear from you!
Vicki
About
I have loved my role as a Civil Marriage Celebrant since my appointment in 2009. My position as a Workplace Trainer & Designer has given me valuable experience in public speaking and has provided me with the skills to design an individual ceremony – one of a kind. Two years ago, after enjoying 15 years as a Marriage Celebrant in Sydney, I made a sea change from Cronulla to Nelson Bay, Port Stephens. I am happy to travel to the Hunter Region and the wider area of Port Stephens NSW.
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It is never too early to choose your celebrant, as many dates book many months in advance. By paying a deposit (approx. $150.00), I can lock in your date and time for your ceremony.
My role is to support you with your choice of ceremony, including the design and details of a ceremony specifically for you. I will meet with you initially for a friendly chat and introduction to make sure we connect. Once your deposit is paid and your date is booked, we will keep in touch via phone and email, and have 2-3 meetings during the lead up to your special day. However, if we need to meet more or less often this is fine as well. Having good communication, that is what is most important!
We can do both or either! I have many years of experience in creative writing, plus I have numerous examples and styles for you to choose from, or use as a guide to design your own ceremony. I am always here to guide you and I also have ‘20 Tips’ for designing your own Vows.
Most ceremonies take around 15-20 minutes (30 minutes from entrance to recessional) depending on the inclusion of Readings/Poetry or Rituals. You don’t want your ceremony to be too long, however, you also don’t want it to be over in a flash.
Reviews
October 2025
September 2025
Vicki Lever Celebrant
Wow! Thank you so much for your kind words and support. I love my role as a Marriage Celebrant, and it’s meeting wonderful couples like you, and working together, that makes my job so amazing. Wishing you both every happiness for the future ❤️ Vicki xx
September 2023
Vicki Lever Celebrant
Thank you for your kind words, Amber and Cameron. It was a beautiful ceremony and I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to be part of your Wedding Day. Wishing you both every happiness for the future. Vicki xx
May 2026
Vicki Lever Celebrant
Thank you so much Ebony and Chris for your beautiful review. I hope that you and your families understand just how honoured I was to be your Celebrant and to be part of your Wedding. I wish you and your families, every happiness in the future. Vicki xx
June 2019
Vicki Lever Celebrant
Thank you so very much Emma and David. I loved every minute and wish you both every happiness for the future. Vicki 🌻
Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, Vicki Lever Celebrant offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceHaving a friend act as our celebrant: Pros and cons?
We are considering having a close friend conduct our wedding ceremony. We plan to handle the official, legal paperwork beforehand, so the day itself would be a symbolic ceremony led by them. Has anyone done this before? Did it make the ceremony feel more personal and seamless, or did you regret not hiring a professional?
Vicki Lever Celebrant
I agree there are a few pros and cons. I have been the Celebrant for a Wedding with a second celebrant; sharing the Ceremony with the couple’s friend/family member, and I have also held a separate, simple legal Ceremony on the same day, before the formal (non-legal) Wedding.
In the second example, the couple is already legally married before their Wedding with their guests. Some couples prefer this, as they feel less stress, however, if the legal ceremony is held on a different day, they will have two wedding dates, which doesn't appeal to everyone.
In one instance the bride’s father officiated the Wedding ceremony and was able to come from a very personal and different perspective. The non-legal ceremony can be delivered by the family/friend from the beginning to end including personal vows; even pronouncing them Married.
If the ceremony is presented by someone with experience, it can be very special. However, without experience, some of the finer details that an experienced Marriage Celebrant provides may be missing.
My best results have been when the family member or friend is happy to work together with me, so that we can make sure both the legal and personal requirements are achieved.
Also, it is essential that the guests at the second ceremony are informed upfront that the friend/family celebrant is not a registered Marriage Celebrant, and that the legal requirements have already (or will be) provided by a Civil Marriage Celebrant.
On one occasion, the friend/celebrant was quite entertaining. She introduced me (as a Celebrant) to the guests at the beginning of their ceremony, explaining that she was in fact a super-woman, but not actually a Celebrant, and that I would take care of the legal requirements. She promised that together we would make sure the couple were 100% married. However, in this instance there were a few logistical and sound issues with their equipment during the ceremony.
As always, it will depend on what is important to you for your ceremony, and I wish you all the very best for your wedding.
Can my vows be funny?
Vicki Lever Celebrant
Absolutely! Your Marriage Vows can be fun and funny if that suits your personality.
As long as the legal requirement is also said, word for word, then you can follow this with what ever it is that you would like promise or 'vow ' to your husband/wife.
Vows are personal, and everyone is different!
Do celebrants have a backup celebrant in case of emergencies?
Hello. I was wondering what happens if our celebrant is sick or something happens and they can't come to our wedding on the day? Do they usually have a backup celebrant in mind for this sort of thing? And how does it work with the legal side, would our marriage still be legal if another celebrant performed the ceremony? Thank you!
Vicki Lever Celebrant
Great question, and I can understand why you would be concerned about this, especially after planning your wedding day. In most cases, the Marriage Celebrant will do their best to find a replacement for the couple and give as much notice as possible.
I have been lucky enough to have befriended several Civil Marriage Celebrants over the years. During this time, we have agreed, that in the case where one of us is ill or for some emergency cannot perform a ceremony on the day of a wedding booking, we would take on their role if we possibly can. Knowing these celebrants, I trust that they would look after my couple just as well as I would (and vice versa). However, I am happy to say that I have not missed a wedding in almost 14 years as a Marriage Celebrant.
In 2020, I did in fact take on a wedding for another Marriage Celebrant, who had fund me through the couple's venue on the morning of their wedding. I was free on this day and able to pick up the legal paperwork and ceremony from their original Celebrant. She had to isolate that morning due to Covid.
With only a few hours to prepare, the wedding went beautifully and to plan. The couple were extremely grateful and relieved, and after all the excitement, we all enjoyed every minute of their wedding day!
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Thank you so much, Callie and Damon for your kind words. I loved working together with you to design your beautiful story. It was so nice to meet you both after working via our video calls :) Wishing you every happiness for the future. Vicki xx