FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT MY CELEBRANT SERVICES

Following are answers to some of the questions my couples frequently ask in relation to my Civil and Marriage Celebrant services. Please call me on 0400 193 689 or send me an email at marloo98@bigpond.net.au if you have any other queries and I will be more than happy to assist you.

FAQ

(Q) What's the average price for a wedding ceremony?

(A) There's not really an average price for a wedding ceremony, as every ceremony is different. Contact me directly and I can discuss pricing with you depending on your individual needs.

The cost of attending a Registry Office is $422 during business hours M-F 8am to 4:30pm or $533 Friday 6pm to 8pm or over the weekend. Credit card surcharges apply. If you want a basic legals only ceremony I will match the Registry prices BUT if you want your dream wedding, your once in a life-time, professionally organised, memorable event - then let me help you create your perfect day;
(Q) What is included in your price?

(A) My price includes: Initial meeting to complete your Notice of Intended Marriage and just generally chat about your thoughts for the day, Sighting official documents - I am also a Justice of the Peace if you enquire any documents witnessed and certified. Travel to your chosen ceremony site with in 100kms of SWR, Signing table with lace cloth, Two chairs, A modern battery operated PA system, Preparation and lodgement of the Notice of Intended Marriage, Assistance with preparing your ceremony, Confirming details prior to the ceremony, Witnessing formal declarations, Presentation of your ceremony on the day, and preparation and lodgement of official documents with the registry.
(Q) Is it necessary for us to choose people to be the child's Godparents with baby naming ceremonies?

(A) No. With a naming ceremony it's up to you whether you'd like to have Godparents or not. Often couples will opt for having guide-parents, who can help with guiding your child through life.
(Q) Is there an expectation that I should wear a wedding dress when renewing marriage vows?

(A) No. Your love dedications and choice of dress for the ceremony are entirely up to you. I believe that every ceremony should be personalised and suit your individual needs and preferences.
(Q) What regions of the Mid North Coast of New South Wales do you service?

(A) I service Port Macquarie, Crescent Head, South West Rocks, Laurieton, Kempsey, Macksville, Nambucca Heads, Bellingen, Coffs Harbour and the outlying areas.

Beach Wedding set up at South West Rocks
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Gap Beach Headland - Hat Head
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Frenchs Forest - Central Coast
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Trial Bay South West Rocks
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Captain Cook Lookout - Smoky Cape
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Opal Cover - Coffs Harbour
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Lighthouse Beach - Port Macquarie
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Our Wheels
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Sails Resort - Port Macquarie
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Sails Resort - Port Macquarie
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Smoky Cape Lighthouse - South West Rocks
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Smoky Cape Lighthouse - South West Rocks
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Naming Ceremony
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Smoky Cape Lighthouse - South West Rocks
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Farm Wedding - Macleay Valley
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The Old School House - Rawdon Island
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Lake Innes - Port Macquarie
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Delicate Beach - Crescent Head
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Naming Ceremony Bonny Hills
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Garden Wedding - Kundabung
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ABOUT ME

I'm a South West Rocks marriage and civil celebrant with many years' experience coordinating unique and personalised milestone events. I regularly travel throughout the Mid North Coast of New South Wales for weddings, naming ceremonies. renewal of vows, commitment and civil ceremonies, and funerals. Contact Patricia (Trish) Johnson today for further information on my services.