FAQ + Tips
You’ve probably got a stack of questions about everything to do with getting hitched, so browse through the articles below for some answers that will help you make the right decision in creating your perfect day.
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FAQs
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Simple answer - No. You need to have completed, signed and had witnessed a Notice Of Intended Marriage at least one month before you can get married.
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If you have a passport, you’re sorted. If not, you will need to have a copy of your birth certificate and a drivers licence. Your ID must be seen by the celebrant before they can marry you.
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Simple answer - Yes - If it’s within Australia. We are a representative of the Australian Government so we are not authorised to marry people in other countries.
However, if you want to get married in Bali for example, we can marry you here in a very simple signing ceremony with you and two witnesses before you leave and then follow you to Bali for your big celebration.
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Simple answer - Yes I will. Some celebrants do and some don’t so make sure you check with them if you want to play your music through their speaker on the day. Also check whether they will personally play the music or whether you’ll need to have someone else play it through their speaker. If you choose me, I will play it all.
The Most Popular Wedding Dates For 2024
Here are the dates that are shaping up to be the most popular to get hitched on 2024. If you’re thinking about locking in one of them, then maybe think twice as it might be hard to find all the people you need to make your special day work.
2024 Wedding Trends & Info
Out of the estimated 134,000+ marriages in Australia across 2023, the average cost of a wedding in Australia is $33,810, with couples budgeting to originally spend around $27,652. So the moral of the story here is to always plan to go 15% over your budget - in other words, build another 15% into your budget for overspends that will occur, so that you’re not scrambling to find the $$$ when the time comes.
First Wedding Dance Styles, Techniques & Tips
The first dance at your wedding is more than just a tradition; it's a symbolic representation of your journey as a couple. It's a moment when you and your partner come together, and the world disappears as you focus on each other.
Wedding Terms
This article gives you all the wedding terms you need to be familiar with if you’re planning a wedding
How good is pre-marital counselling?
Research shows that by attending pre-marriage counselling, it greatly improves a couple’s interpersonal skills and overall relationship quality. This short-term investment equips couple’s long-term to avoid, buffer or overcome issues together as and when they arise.
The Best Date To Get Married In 2022
Here is the best date to get married in 2022 according to astrologers
Reception Table Decorations
Planning your wedding reception décor is a really fun part of your wedding planning prep. Your wedding table decorations – from centrepieces to table runners and even napkin choices – allow you to show off your theme, colour palette and creativity.
Are Printed Wedding Invitations Important
If you're trying to cut back on your wedding budget, consider not having hard copy invitations and instead, doing it via a website, which can also look amazing.
The Right Fit For The Right Man
If the groom is short or stocky, avoid excess fabric, long jackets, high button stances and pants with lots of break. Become friends with the pocket square and show some cuff. Your suit shoulders should not slouch. Make sure they keep you walking tall and fit. If you have a choice between two or three buttons, go for two. Three will always make you look more boxy – of course, unless that’s what you are going for.
Deciphering the Dress Code For Weddings
The lounge suit dress code is a traditional British way of describing a suit and is more directed towards men rather than women. Nowadays, it can be quite similar to the jacket and tie look and is favoured by most weddings looking for a classic dress code.
What to wear to a wedding
If the invite says "cocktail attire” this is slightly less formal than black tie and black tie optional, which means no tux required for men and no floor-length gown required for women (unless you'd like to wear a long dress, which is popular for winter wedding attire).
Ultimate Wedding Planning Podcast
Planning a wedding, but not sure where to start? It can be a bit overwhelming. There is literally so much to do. This podcast series called "Getting Hitched" has 36 episodes all broken down into bite size chunks so that you can tackle one subject at a time.
When Things Go Pear Shaped
There are some amazing pear shaped engagement and wedding rings around these days. Here is a collection of some the best I’ve seen over the last few years.
Bridal Shoe Heaven
OMG how awesome are all the shoes out there for brides to choose from for their wedding. There were so many beautiful, elegant, stylish (and expensive) #weddingshoes out there that I just decided to create my own "bridal shoe heaven" on my Pinterest page.
Wedding Table Decorations For Your Reception
Disney’s Craziest Weddings
From Gaston failing to notify the potential bride (Belle) or check if she even wants to get married through to acknowledging that none of the guests wore pants at Robin Hood and Maid Marien's wedding. I guarantee you that this will give you some good laughs.
The World’s Best Honeymoon Destinations By Month
The best time for trekking in Peru to do the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is September with clean sunny days. In fact September is ideal for all of South America like Chile, Argentina, Bolivia and Ecuador.
Are you having a Wedding Festival?
the common theme among them is that they are outdoor, rustic with a boho look and feel about them. Simple and yet casual and elegant. No pretence, but such a cool way to spend the day and night. Take a look.
Wedding Arbours
am constantly impressed with the may different wedding arbours that couples choose for their big day. It really does make a different to outdoor weddings (even indoor weddings). It helps focus and frame the couple os they say "I do”.
Ways To Propose To The Person Of Your Dreams
There are some classic ways people have proposed to their loved one. The classic light plane flying over with message hanging out the back... a book chronichling the journey of love between two people (which my nephew did) and having candles and rose petals write the words out on a beach in Bali so that when you walk out onto the balcony at dusk you are presented with the words "Marry Me Steve" like I was proposed to.
But how about this guy, Ray Smith who spent 5 months proposing to his wife to be.