It is imperative that you book your wedding date and time with the celebrant as soon as you can.  Call me for an appointment on (08) 7480 1899 or 0417 841 925.  Our initial meeting will be entirely obligation-free.  I will explain the process, show you my resources and give you the opportunity to get to know me, so that you can make an informed choice as to your preferred Celebrant

At the first planning meeting, we will discuss what you would like, consider all the possibilities for ceremony structure and inclusions, and also cover what needs to be done.  This will give you a clear sense of direction and also give you some great ideas to think about

At this time we will complete the Notice of Intended Marriage which is legally required to be filled out and lodged with your Celebrant at least one month and one day before your wedding.  The other legal requirements state that you must be over 18 years of age and not be currently married to any other person.  The Notice of Intended Marriage form can be downloaded from the Attorney General Marriage Celebrant Section , but I am happy to provide you with one

Before your wedding I am required to establish your identity and will need to sight your original birth certificates.  If you were born overseas, a current overseas passport will also be acceptable.  If you have been married before I will need to sight evidence as to how your last marriage ended, either a Decree Absolute or Death Certificate

To apply for a birth certificate in South Australia visit the Office of Consumer and Business Affairs

At your wedding you are required to have two witnesses over the age of eighteen years.                                                                                 Photo by Brett Hartwig, Allpics

If any documents are in a foreign language an official translation into English will be required. The National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters can be contacted on 1300 557 470 or visit their website

To view the Civil celebrants Code of Conduct, click here

You will be given a commemorative copy of your wedding ceremony following your ceremony, along with your Marriage Certificate. I am also happy to apply to Births, Deaths and Marriages on your behalf to obtain a registered legal marriage certificate for you after your ceremony.  This is essential if you are changing your name as it is required by a number of institutions including Centrelink and  the Passport office if you wish to apply for a new or replacement passport.  The cost of the legal certificate will be $41 ... this is BD&M's current charge for this service