Lindy Cooke Celebrant

More wedding FAQs answered

Having been an authorised Marriage Celebrant since 2013, I’ve found there are a number of questions which regularly come up in conversation with couples in relation to marriage in Australia. “More wedding FAQs answered” addresses five more commonly asked questions:   Q1:  I don’t have a copy of my final divorce order. How can I […]

Wedding resource folder ~ a wealth of information

Planning for every wedding is different for each couple and will reflect a variety of things including your personal style, location and budget. I offer every couple who books with me access to my resource folder. This contains a wealth of information and lots of ideas which can be incorporated to suit your individual requirements. […]

Your wedding FAQs answered!

Having been an authorised Marriage Celebrant since 2013, I’ve found there are a number of wedding FAQs which come up in conversation with couples in relation to marriage in Australia. In no particular order, here are some of the more commonly asked questions:   Q1:  Can we lodge a “Notice of Intended Marriage” with our […]

What is my passion?

When I’m asked “What is my passion?” two things immediately spring to mind. The first is my family. They ground me, encourage me, support me and love me. And the second? Well, that’s the career path I chose to take back in 2013. It represents a myriad of opportunities for me to connect with others […]

What can I do with my wedding items after the big day?

When you consider how much couples can spend in the lead up to their marriage, many brides are asking themselves the question:  “What can I do with my wedding items after the big day?” Here are just a few ideas:   Sell There will always be other couples looking for items that may suit their […]

Social media insights

What does someone’s use of social media tell you about them? A lot actually. It’s one of the quickest ways to reach a large audience with a message. It’s also one of the key ways you can see, at a glance, how motivated a person is to connect with others and how passionate they are […]

Using a microphone

Benefits of using a microphone at your event When planning a special event, it makes sense that all your guests will be able to hear what’s being said so they can feel part of the occasion. Using a microphone allows you to capture everyone’s attention and means that the ceremony that has been written for […]

Celebrant versus Registry Office

Since 1973, heterosexual couples in Australia have had the choice as to whether they will be married by a religious or civil celebrant, or a State/Territory officer. Since 9.1.18, all couples in Australia now have the same choice. When the question of a celebrant versus Registry Office or local Court House is discussed, you may […]

Questions to ask before you tie the knot

Q & A If I asked you to come up with some questions to ask your partner before you tie the knot, what would you say? Marriage is a big step in anyone’s language. Sometimes, what you may consider inconsequential, could be a deal breaker for someone else. It may not be until you’re faced […]

Making memories with wedding keepsakes

Special treasures I encourage couples to think about all the aspects of their ceremony and wedding day beforehand and to gather any special things together so that they can become treasured wedding keepsakes. If, for example, you are marrying or having photos taken on the beach after your wedding, you may like to visit with […]