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Real Weddings - Laura & Ben

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Real Weddings - Laura & Ben

Laura & Ben were married at Bidja Estate in Ourimbah, Central Coast. Here’s what they had to say about their big day.

How did you meet? We met at mutual friend's Birthday BBQ (that turned into a late night out!) We chatted the whole time and the rest is history.

What was the first thing you decided on as a couple when arranging your big day? That we wanted to be as intimate and authentic as possible.

What wedding vibe were you after? Relaxed but sophisticated and FUN.

How did you choose your outfits? A bit of good old online inspo and a 'gut' feeling when it came to trying them on.

How did you decide on your venue? As soon as we drove down the driveway to Bidja Estate we knew it was the place for us. A friend of ours got married there years ago and it matched the vibe we were after.

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Real Weddings - Amy & Simon

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Real Weddings - Amy & Simon

Amy & Simon were married at Villa Alba in Kew. Here’s what they had to say about their big day.

How did you meet? We met at a Pub Trivia night. All the tables were full so me and my friend asked to join Simon and his friends on their team. We ended up going to Trivia every Tuesday and were a couple a few months later.

What was the first thing you decided on as a couple when arranging your big day? We chose the ceremony venue. Villa Alba in Kew.

What wedding vibe were you after? We wanted a relaxed, casual mood where our friends and family felt comfortable  to mingle.

How did you choose your outfits? We didn’t want to feel too formal so Simon chose a blue Hugo Boss suit with a colourful pocket square and white shirt, no tie. He changed into a floral shirt for the reception.

I didn’t want a traditional dress or veil and wanted to feel comfortable all day. I was recommended a

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Real Weddings - Rose & Nick

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Real Weddings - Rose & Nick

Rose and Nick were married at The Willow Estate at the Hunter Valley

How did you meet? Online

What was the first thing you decided on as a couple when arranging your big day?  whether we were going to have a big or small intimate wedding

What wedding vibe were you after?something simple, and a vibe where everyone could just enjoy each other's company. We went for a more relaxed, intimate kind of vibe.

How did you choose your outfits?Researched online different types of styles, and figured which ones we loved the most. Tried on at a few places till we both found the one.

How did you decide on your venue? Looking at our options, visiting different places till we found the right fit. We also read reviews as well as looked at location. Overall we did a lot of research before settling. 

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What To Look For When Choosing A Marriage Celebrant

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What To Look For When Choosing A Marriage Celebrant

Choosing a marriage celebrant is a pivotal decision in the wedding planning process. They play a central role in creating the ceremony that marks your union. The right celebrant can bring your vision to life, create the vibe you’re looking for, make the ceremony memorable (for all the right reasons), engage your guests, liaise with your vendors, make the whole process of getting married effortless and enjoyable. The wrong choice can lead to a ceremony that feels less personal, and meaningful, a ceremony that feels a bit copy and paste.

Here’s a guide to help you find the perfect marriage celebrant for your special day:

1. Qualifications and Credentials

 **Certification** Ensure the celebrant is legally authorised to perform weddings which means they should be registered with the Attorney General. Check their credentials at https://marriage.ag.gov.au/commonwealthcelebrants/all

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Changing Your Name

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Changing Your Name

Sometimes couples want to change their names, once they’re married.

If you do want to, there’s just a couple of things to be aware of:

- 1. There is no automatic name change in Australia, and

- 2. There is no central point on contact to change your name.

If you want to change your surname, you will need to take your official marriage certificate (the one that Birth

Deaths and Marriages can send to you, if you request it once married) to all the places you wish to

change your name.

This means you have to change your name at each Government Agency and Private Institution you wish to change your name at. Yes it’s a bit of a long winded process!

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Writing Your Own Vows

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Writing Your Own Vows

This is one of the most special parts of a ceremony.

You get to say to the person that you’re about to marry - what they mean to you, why you’re looking forward to marrying them, anything really. But the important thing is that you have written them, to say to that all important person, on the big day, in front of your loved ones.

It often gets pretty emotional here, so it’s worth putting in a bit of effort to choose or script vows that really pack a punch. They can be funny, serious, teasing – anything you want! Below are some tips to help you write those vows. 

Share or Surprise?

Decide whether you’d like to write your vows together or keep them secret from each other until the ceremony. Either way works really well – just think about what works for you as a couple. If you do decide to keep them as a surprise, make sure you send them to me before the ceremony so I can make sure you’re both on the same wave length.

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Real Weddings - Tammy and Daniel

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Real Weddings - Tammy and Daniel

What was the first thing you decided on as a couple when arranging your big day?

We wanted a venue that would let us have our dog part of the ceremony, as he is part of the family!

What wedding vibe were you after?

Relaxed and for everyone to have a good time!

How did you choose your outfits?

Daniel went for a classic navy suit, no tie, and white shirt to enhance the relax vibe we wanted, and I bought a simple yet beautiful Grace Loves Lace dress, no train, no sparkles... again to reflect the people we are, easy going.

How did you decide on your venue?

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Getting Married in Australia – Everything You Need to Know.

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Getting Married in Australia – Everything You Need to Know.

1. What are the legal requirements for marriage in Australia?

a. A Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) needs to be lodged with me at least one month before your wedding day.

I prepare the document and witness you signing it. To prepare the NOIM I need to sight your original birth certificates or passports. If either of you have been previously married, I will need to see an original Divorce Certificate or Death Certificate.

* If you require a copy of your Divorce Certificate (or Decree Absolute), contact the Family Law Court in the state in which the marriage was dissolved. More details can be found at Family Law Courts (family court.gov.au).

Get in touch

I’d love to chat more with you about your big day. Get in touch today!

Email: hello@saritathecelebrant.com
Phone: +61 403 784 785