Frequently Asked Questions

Wedding Planning FAQ's

Answering all your wedding related questions.

Perhaps you have no idea what to do, hopefully these will answer some of your wedding planning questions, but really the best way to find stuff out is to get in touch with me and I can answer them personally. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yes I will organise all the paperwork prior to the ceremony. There is one form we need to fill out at least 31 days prior to the ceremony day and that is the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) forms On the day we need to sign the declaration of marriage (form 14 and 16) and also my celebrant registrar book and the Marriage certificate that i give you on the day.

I will bring my own battery operated PA system, you can play ceremony music through the system on iPod or iPhone… it is better for you to ask someone to operate the music on the day… I’ll be there 20 minutes prior to ceremony to make it happen… I also have a signing table with a lovely white cloth if you need it too…

The first thing that needs to be done is to submit a Notice of Intended Marriage Form (NOIM). This can be completed a few different ways, given that your Fiancé is Overseas.

1) You can complete the form and submit it to me, with your Fiancé(e) signing the form when he/she arrives in Australia – he/she can sign the form anytime BEFORE the marriage ceremony takes place.

2) You can have your Fiancé(e) complete the form (his/her signature must be witnessed by – an Australian Diplomatic Officer, an Australian Consular Officer, an employee of the Commonwealth authorised under paragraph 3 (c) of the Consular Fees Act 1955, an employee of the Australian Trade, Commission authorised under paragraph 3 (d) of the Consular Fees Act 1955 or a notary public). Your Fiancé(e) can send you the form with his/her signature witnessed by any of the above and we can finalise your section of the paperwork together. You can then submit it to me. Prior to the Marriage Ceremony I will need to see your ORIGINAL Birth Certificate or passport and also your Fiancé(e)s Passport and/or Birth Certificate too. If you don’t have these available now, that is OK, provided I see them before the wedding takes place.

It is always best to seek professional legal advice, relevant to your individual immigration situation.

I just need to sight your original passport or birth certificate and if you are divorced I need to sight the most recent divorce papers, with the date the divorce is legal. Also if you have current drivers license that would be great too.
I highly recommend a rehearsal, you will be so nervous and full of emotions on the day, it will run smoother if you know physically what you are doing. Also if you have family and friends from overseas or interstate a rehearsal really starts the whole wedding festival vibe.
My prices are competitive, I am very experienced and have been doing this for a while, but will also deliver you a cracking ceremony on the day, just refer to my reviews, get in touch for costs. Prices vary between celebrants, I am not expensive, but I am not a cheap ass celebrant either. Its that old saying, you get what you pay for right?!
Yes, go to my homepage and there are 2 videos on there for now…
I charge in 3 easy explained instalments of what you are paying for?
You bloody bet I do, I meet you and then draft up all the juicy questions to get all the juicy answers I can. Then I go away to my lovely office and create a ceremony with all your vibe in it.

You bet, I have a great blog on my blog site and I also have some excellent examples to get the love juices flowing.

Below are links to forms and information you require to get married.

1) Notice of Intended Marriage form (NOIM) – Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) Form.
2) How to change your surname after marriage – Changing your Surname After Marriage in NSW.
3) How to change your surname on your passport – Names and Name Change for Australian Passport Holders.
4) Happily Ever After – Happily Ever After Form.

Have other questions?

Look I am very lovely and approachable so just Get in touch!

Google Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars We couldn't be more grateful to have had Lucy as our wedding celebrant! We had opted for an elopement style wedding in a hotel room with just us and 2 witnesses. Her beautiful energy and sparkling personality truly made our intimate and special day unforgettable. Lucy effortlessly flowed with us, radiating genuine warmth and care throughout the entire ceremony. She went above and beyond to bring together everything we had wished for in our ceremony. The way she crafted each word and guided us through the vows was simply magical. We felt her deep commitment to making our day a true reflection of our love story. Lucy's ability to create an atmosphere filled with love, laughter, and joy was truly remarkable. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect celebrant to lead us into this new chapter of our lives. Thank you so very much, Lucy, for making our wedding day absolutely perfect. We highly recommend her to anyone searching for a talented and heartwarming celebrant who will exceed all expectations.
Natasha Solley
Natasha Solley
11 May 2023
Lucy was an absolute dream throughout the whole lead up to us getting married! On the day, Lucy’s energy and genuine care for us both really shone. With a legals only ceremony, we felt calm and in the best hands. We haven’t stopped raving to our friends! Highly recommend x
Essie Holt
Essie Holt
8 May 2023
on the 6th of May Lucy wedded myself and my partner at the Chapel Hill retreat in Berambing. We are so grateful that we chose Lucy to be both our Celebrant and then our MC for the reception also. in the day following after the wedding we had multiple family and friends give us glowing accounts of Lucy and how amazingly they thought the ceremony and the reception went. Couldn't recommend Lucy enough, she was amazing 🙂
Albin Mezildzic
Albin Mezildzic
8 May 2023
Lucy was the most amazing celebrant and MC. She was hilarious, thoughtful, heartfelt and made sure everything ran so smoothly. All our guests asked where we found her. Booking Lucy for your wedding will be the best decision you can make! Thank you, Lucy. Xx Charlotte & Luke
Charlotte Stevenson
Charlotte Stevenson
7 April 2023
What a pro! Lucy stepped in at the 11th hour, as our original celebrant had to withdraw, and she handled it beautifully. Clear communication, great ideas and was there to walk us through the many things that needed to happen, both before and on the day. Took the time to get to know us, so the ceremony was incredibly personal, and every person in attendance raved about how fun and engaging Lucy made the day. The whole experience was fun, lighthearted, but full of love, and it had the most amazing vibe, starting with Lucy herself. Can’t recommend her highly enough!
James Fairbank
James Fairbank
3 April 2023
Lucy made our wedding ceremony such a magical and happy occasion. She will always be part of the wonderful memories we take with us as Clifford and I start our journey together as a married couple
Albert Choy
Albert Choy
24 March 2023
Lucy was incredible. She was so thorough and passionate about creating a ceremony that was uniquely us and it did not disappoint. She set the exact vibe we wanted for our day with lots of love and a whole lot of laughter. We had so many compliments from our guests. Thanks Lucy, you’re the best 😊
Angela Astley
Angela Astley
23 March 2023
At our first meeting with Lucy Suze we knew we had made the right decision. Our plan was for a quiet, yet happy marriage celebration, and Lucy Suze was immediately on our wavelength. Choosing a celebrant was the key to setting the scene, and Lucy Suze was perfect! Having done her ‘homework’, about us, she spoke to our intimate group of guests, summarising special things about us and our relationship. We loved the words Lucy Suze crafted, the way in which she included our guests (and our ever-present golden retriever) and appreciated the timely advice she gave us in making all the administrative preparations. A warm and very happy occasion. We loved it so much, we have been celebrating the date as an anniversary each month! No doubt we’ll get over that in time!
Lynne Adamson & Evelyne de Leeuw
Lynne Adamson & Evelyne de Leeuw
17 March 2023
We're so grateful for Lucy's jovial, personal and hands on approach to understanding and sharing our story. She truly made our wedding day a special one -- earning the praises of our guests, family and friends along the way! Very much recommend getting in touch for your special day ~
Franko Ali
Franko Ali
16 March 2023
Lucy is the most amazing person and celebrant and totally matched our personalities down to a tea, so much so that it felt like we were being married by a family member. She was always smiling and was hilarious and made our day that little bit more special. Anyone who is looking for an extra ray of sunshine on their special day should use this beautiful soul. We are now friends for life (sorry Luce no getting away from us!)
sportyspice59
sportyspice59
25 January 2023

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