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How much does a marriage celebrant cost?

There’s no denying just mentioning the word “wedding” and it feels like you need to take out a second mortgage or increase the limit on your credit card, but as the age old saying goes - you get what you pay for. And what you should get for your money is day of incredible memories so it’s worth the investment. An increasing number of people now choose to have a civil ceremony for their wedding, using the services of a celebrant, instead of a religious service. A celebrant is...

What is the difference between a celebrant and a registrar?

If you’re planning a wedding, you may be wondering if there is a difference between a celebrant and a registrar. The short answer is celebrants marry couples in Australian while a registrar is the term used in the UK. To be legally married in Australia, an authorised marriage celebrant will need to conduct your ceremony. There are four types of marriage celebrants in Australia including: Commonwealth-registered marriage celebrants – These are the most commonly used these days. They perform civil ceremonies, which is a non-religious marriage ceremony and can take place...