Lindy Cooke Celebrant

What each marriage certificate means

Your marriage certificate and its purpose It can be confusing to understand the purpose of each marriage certificate. Basically, there are 5 in total. It’s a legal requirement that you, your partner, your 2 witnesses and your celebrant each sign 3 certificates on your wedding day (15 signatures in all.) There are also 2 other […]

Changing your name after marriage

Your identity Your identity is the essence of who you are and sets you apart from every other person. Just like having a unique fingerprint, your identity encompasses individual things like your personality and, most importantly, your name. Although there is no legal requirement to do so, changing your name after marriage is something that […]

Planning a wedding during covid: everything you need to know

In recent months, COVID-19 has become the major topic of conversation amongst people around the world. This has resulted in unprecedented measures being taken by governments, businesses and individuals in an effort to minimise the potential effects of the virus. As a sole trader, I am very much aware of my responsibilities with regard to […]

Ideas for presenting your wedding rings

Presenting your wedding rings When you think about it, every detail associated with the day you marry your best friend requires careful thought. Here are some ideas for when you are presenting your rings on your wedding day.   ♥ Traditionally, the Best Man carries the rings and the celebrant asks him to step forward […]

Making a relationship checkup a priority

What exactly is a relationship checkup? I consider a relationship check up is best described as something which is done to support your relationship and keep the lines of communication open. If you think of it in terms of looking after and caring for something of value, it makes perfect sense to dedicate time to […]

Weddings with “out of the ordinary” inclusions

The sky’s the limit when it comes to weddings with “out of the ordinary” inclusions. Here are just a few of the wonderful ideas that some of my couples have used which you may like to consider for your special day:   Fly in One of the most spectacular arrivals to one of my weddings […]

How to include children in your wedding day

One of the questions I’m often asked by couples is “what options are there for including children in your wedding day?” Of course, your wedding day should centre around your love and commitment. When children play an important role in your life, though, many couples wish to involve them as part of their big day. […]

Beach wedding ideas for your big day!

Living on the Northern Rivers of NSW, I am often booked for ceremonies on the beach. Some of my favourites include Byron Bay, Lennox Head, Ballina, Brunswick Heads, Yamba and Evans Head. Here are my top beach wedding ideas for a fabulous day:   ♥ Timing Choose wisely the time of year or at least the […]