Bernadette Smith Marriage Celebrant
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- Civil marriage celebrant living on Magnetic Island, with hundreds of island weddings behind her
- Enthusiastically marries same-sex couples and also conducts re-affirmation of vows ceremonies
- Service covers all legal documents, a calligraphy-style certificate, an on-site rehearsal where needed and a PA system when required
About Bernadette Smith Marriage Celebrant
Bernadette Smith is a marriage and civil celebrant who has lived on Magnetic Island for many years and has conducted hundreds of wedding ceremonies there. She aims for a sincere, meaningful ceremony, and pairs her professionalism with a wicked sense of humour that keeps the planning relaxed – even for couples who are not yet sure what they want. She believes firmly that love is love and is delighted to marry same-sex couples, and she also conducts re-affirmation of vows. Ceremonies happen on the island's beaches and at its reception venues; her gallery shows weddings under bamboo and floral arbours on the sand and in courtyard settings. She is also a performer, so a clear, confident delivery comes naturally. Her service includes writing the ceremony, supplying and lodging every legal document, secure and confidential record keeping, meetings at her home or another convenient spot, phone and email consultations, help choosing a venue or other wedding suppliers, a professionally printed marriage certificate in a calligraphy font, letters for immigration or the Defence Forces where needed, a PA system when necessary and an on-site rehearsal where it applies. On the day she arrives at least 15 minutes before the agreed start. For outdoor weddings, couples need a wet-weather backup booked. A $200 initial fee secures the booking, with the balance due 28 days before the wedding.
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What does Bernadette Smith Marriage Celebrant include in her service?
Writing the ceremony, supplying and lodging all legal documents, consultations in person, by phone or email, help with venues and suppliers, a printed calligraphy-style certificate, a PA system when needed and an on-site rehearsal where it applies.
How is a booking secured?
An initial fee of $200 is paid when you book the ceremony and is not refundable if you cancel. The rest of the account is due no later than 28 days before the wedding.
Does Bernadette Smith Marriage Celebrant marry same-sex couples?
Yes. She believes love is love and is enthusiastic about marrying same-sex couples, and she also conducts re-affirmation of vows ceremonies for couples who are already married.
What happens if the weather turns on an outdoor ceremony?
Couples marrying outdoors need a backup location booked in advance. If the ceremony moves because of rain, it starts at the same agreed time at the alternative spot unless arranged otherwise.
Can couples living overseas marry with her?
Yes. She works with overseas couples by email, and the Notice of Intended Marriage can be signed before an authorised officer abroad, such as a notary public, then sent to her.
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Energy In Motion Physio
5 years ago
Bernadette did a beautiful job with our wedding ceremony. She was a pleasure to deal with and created a ceremony truly unique to us. Thank you Bernadette
Wendy Lowe
8 years ago
There isn’t enough stars for this review to truly show how wonderful Bernadette is. Bernadette created a personalized, warm, and memorable ceremony for our Gilligan’s Island theme wedding and even dressed up as one of th…
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