https://www.ceremonieswithsharon.com.au/blog-1-1 daily 0.75 2026-05-29 https://www.ceremonieswithsharon.com.au/blog-1-1/what-do-you-actually-need-to-get-married-in-australia monthly 0.5 2026-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/880df642-e0a4-440b-83d0-c498b1f253fa/TA-29_websize.jpg Blog - What Do You Actually Need to Get Married in Australia? - When couples start planning their wedding, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the “must haves” that they see on social media and Pinterest. The venue, flowers, photographer, dress, styling, music, seating charts the list can feel endless. But here is something that many couples are surprised to learn. Legally getting married in Australia is actually very simple. In fact, you only need a registered marriage celebrant, two witnesses over 18 and the two of you. That’s it! So what does this mean? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/035ceabb-7619-482f-a60d-3cb7086c6b4c/danielle-bodey-maiorana-wedding-96.jpg Blog - What Do You Actually Need to Get Married in Australia? - It means your wedding can look however you want it to look. You can absolutely have: A huge celebration with all your family and friends An intimate backyard wedding A romantic beach ceremony A private elopement A luxury venue wedding Or something completely unique to you There is no “right” way to get married. Your ceremony doesn’t need to fit into a box to be meaningful, emotional, or special. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/f6b69a3f-ec1a-43f2-801c-03a5dfefe438/CeremoniesWithSharon.PowderPuffPhotography2026%2818of175%29.jpg Blog - What Do You Actually Need to Get Married in Australia? - As a registered marriage celebrant, my role is to guide you through the legal process, prepare and lodge your paperwork, ensure all legal requirements are met, create and deliver your ceremony, and help make the whole experience feel calm, personal, and stress-free. I’m there to help turn your ideas, personalities, and your love story into a ceremony that genuinely feels like you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/67cc4eaa-42c8-47de-9c52-d9062ecdea3d/Rachel+%26+Kevin-884_websize.jpg Blog - What Do You Actually Need to Get Married in Australia? - Legal requirements you should know. While ceremony itself can be beautiful and flexible, there are a few important legal requirements in Australia. Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) You must lodge this form with your Celebrant no less than one month prior to you wedding date. Identification You will need to provide proof of identity such as Passports, Birth Certificate and Drivers Licence Legal Wording There are a few legal words that must be included during the ceremony to make the offical. Don’t worry, I will guide through all of this. Witnesses You will need 2 witnesses and they must be over 18 years old. Their role is to simple witness the marriage and sign the legal documents after the ceremony. They can be family members, friends or anyone special to you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/4b1e2cdf-46ac-4b40-b369-d9a1f9f2c1d5/Rachel+%26+Kevin-622_websize.jpg Blog - What Do You Actually Need to Get Married in Australia? - Your Wedding, Your Way! One of my favourite things about weddings is that couples can choose to do things they way. Some couples want A fun light hearted ceremony Something deeply romantic A short simple legal ceremony A ceremony filled with storytelling and personal vows All of these options are completely valid. Because at the heart of it all, your wedding isn’t about ticking boxes for following traditions you don’t connect with. It’s about celebrating your relationship and making a meaningful commitment to each other. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/db8fd72d-c8d8-459e-924c-5b7a41804f79/D%26T-188.jpg Blog - What Do You Actually Need to Get Married in Australia? - Final Thoughts While incredible wedding vendors can absolutely help bring your vision to life (and trust me they work magic) your wedding doesn’t need to look a certain way to be real, beautiful or unforgettable. At the end of the day, the most important thing is that your ceremony feels authentic to you. If you are planning your wedding and feeling unsure where to start, I’d love to help guide you through both the legal side and the meaningful moments. https://www.ceremonieswithsharon.com.au/blog-1-1/why-i-do-what-i-do monthly 0.5 2025-05-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/bc4dd198-2042-4e1a-afc6-c7e17f9b0b25/326812971_6591272787556404_3266124283969494397_n.jpg Blog - Why I Do What I Do - When I get asked why I became a Marriage Celebrant the answer is easy, I love love and I want to be able to create the ceremony that reflects you as couple. I make sure that your Ceremony is exactly what you ever wanted and more! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/b54b74c6-dab6-42e3-8b62-5ddb161feb61/Greg%26Eliza%28207of517%29.jpg Blog - Why I Do What I Do - That’s the magic of this job, every wedding is a one of kind, a celebration of love and I am so lucky that I get to be part of it. https://www.ceremonieswithsharon.com.au/blog-1-1/what-does-a-marriage-celebrant-actually-do monthly 0.5 2025-05-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/a837cf0a-095e-48c2-a63f-f05c30bdcb05/unnamed.jpg Blog - What Does a Marriage Celebrant Actually Do? - I take care of all the legal stuff (so you don’t have to) One of the most important (but often overlooked) parts of my job is handling all the legal paperwork that makes your marriage official. That includes: Lodging the Notice of Intended Marriage form Verifying your identity documents Making sure all legal wording is including in your ceremony Submitting the signed paperwork to the relevant Births, Deaths and Marriages office. Lodging your marriage paperwork after the wedding https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e25d61fc0cc63822b38b8a/87993c90-182a-498f-bdda-72bf895872f7/Peita-Madison-Wedding-181.jpg Blog - What Does a Marriage Celebrant Actually Do? - I Create a Ceremony That’s All About You! Forget cookie-cutter scripts - you love story is unique to you and you ceremony should be too. I work closely with you to create a script that reflects who you are, your journey , your values and your vibe. 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