How far in advance should you contact me for your Wedding ceremony?
The more notice you can give a Celebrant the more choice you have with dates. Your Notice of Intended Marriage is valid for 18 months. Twelve months is a good preparation time for a wedding. Once we meet and you confirm your booking with me, I will ask you for a deposit. We will complete the Notice of Intended Marriage and I will leave you with various samples to look at. I will be in touch about six months prior to your wedding to start the formal preparation of...
How much notice do you need?
Your Notice of Intended Marriage is valid for 18 months but must be signed at least one month in advance of your chosen wedding date....
What is usually included?
Your ceremony will usually include: music poems verses photos memories or speeches from others How you can help: When you book your ceremony I will provide you with sample ceremonies, discuss your choices, and provide sample poetry, vows, askings, music. I will ask you about yourselves so I can get to know you and your wishes. I can help you put together readings and make suggestions to help the day run smoothly. I will ask you whether you have a theme wedding in mind, or a special colour scheme so I...
What paperwork do we need to complete?
The first document you need to complete is a Notice of Intended Marriage. This can be done with your Celebrant or witnessed by various other authorised persons. Your Celebrant will need the original and it is easier to complete this document with your Celebrant. The Notice of Intended Marriage can be completed by one of the couple in the first instance, if both of you are unable to present at the same time....
Can anyone get married?
To get married in Australia, you must: not be married not be marrying a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother or sister be at least 18 years old, unless a court has approved a marriage where 1 person is 16-18 years old understand what marriage means and freely agree to marry use specific words during the ceremony give a notice of intended marriage form to an authorised marriage celebrant at least 1 month and no more than 18 months before your wedding be married by an authorised marriage celebrant. You don't have to...
Do I need to provide any ID or documents to my Celebrant?
Your Celebrant will need to see documents proving your age (birth certificate or passport) plus photo I.D. (such as driver’s licence or passport). If you are not an Australian Citizen you can use your overseas passport.. If either of you have been married before you need divorce papers or a death certificate....
Can I get married sooner than waiting for one month?
Yes, in certain circumstances, for example medical issues, employment or travel commitments, legal proceedings. You will need to apply and receive approval from a “prescribed authority”. Speak to your Celebrant if these circumstances relate to you....
What happens if I am not yet divorced?
You can complete the Notice of Intended Marriage but you need to ensure your divorce is absolute prior to the wedding. Your Celebrant will need to see proof that you are divorced before the ceremony can take place....
Locations Judy services
Judy is happy to travel and does so regularly for her other interest – judging dog sports. She can officiate at your wedding either during the week or on the weekend. Towns include Albury, Batlow, Canberra/ACT, Cobram, Coolamon, Cootamundra, Culcairn, Deniliquin, Finley, Goulburn, Griffith, Grong Grong, Ganmain, Gundagai, Hay, Hillston, Holbrook, Junee, Lavington, Lockhart, Moama, Narrandera, The Rock, Temora, Thurgoona, Tocumwal, Tumbarumba, Tumut, Urana, Wagga Wagga, Wodonga, Yarra Valley (Victoria), Yerong Creek, Young. Plus all areas in between and nearby. Please discuss your preferred venue with me. Travel is included...
The types of venues/locations that are held
Weddings can be held in any venue or location of your choice. I have officiated by the side of the Murrumbidgee, in a chapel, in the park/botanical gardens, at the wineries, in the back yard, by the side of a lake, in the bush, in the home, on the farm, even in the lounge of my Mum’s home in Melbourne. I am happy to fit in with the couple, other than hot air balloons!! Please discuss your thoughts and dreams. Theme weddings are welcome....