Wedding Celebrant and MC
GBrisbane & Gold Coast, Queensland
About Me!
One thing you should know about me is that I love Love! Why? Because love comes in so many forms. It’s the basis of all relationships, and what I’ve based my 32 years of marriage on. I’ve been lucky to find the love of my life very early in my life, and this is a massive part of why I’m now an Authorised Wedding Celebrant. I want to help others to find the joy and fulfilment that I’ve enjoyed with my gorgeous wife for over three decades.
Love is what you can build your whole life on and raise children in.
I’m not young if measured in years, but I am still young at heart.
I became a wedding celebrant to help others achieve what I’ve been lucky enough to achieve.
What I Do
My job in a nutshell is to make your and your partners special day as seamless as possible. Okay, that’s a little vague but it’s the part of the job that I really do enjoy the most, just being part of a couples special day and helping cherish moments they and their guests will remember long after the final dance.
But what do I actually do? Well in short, I am a wedding celebrant based in Brisbane and the Gold Coast who guides couples through their ceremony and reception, and keeps the day running smoothly to create a celebration full of joy and laughter.
Whatever kind of celebration you and your partner are after, whether it is a small ceremony, a huge celebration or something in between, I am right be your side ready to help!
Kind Words From Happy Couples
“We both wanted to thank you so much for everything you did for us leading up to and on the magical day of our wedding. We were super happy with everything from start to finish and got such great feedback about the ceremony and your great MC skills. We couldn’t have chosen a better celebrant, you were a perfect fit for our wedding day.” - Amy & Gage
“We chose Stephen as our wedding celebrant because we were drawn to his very warm and genuine nature, not to mention his wicked sense of humour! Right from the start Stephen made us feel so comfortable as he spent much time getting to know us and understand how our relationship developed over time”
“His MCing of our reception was brilliant, with his quick wit creating much laughter in the room. Incredibly generous with his time, Stephen added so much to our special day. We are so grateful to Stephen, and could not recommend him highly enough to anyone looking for an amazing person to help make their big day even more special!” - Matt & Sarah
Packages
Every couple is different, from their meeting story, to their personalities, style, and vision for their special day. Having been a wedding celebrant for many years now, I understand this sentiment and offer a few different packages to suit the needs of every couple.
Legals Only Package - $500
My Legals Only Package is for couples looking to fulfil all the legal requirements of getting married without the fuss. This package is designed to be the least time-consuming and most straightforward option, perfect for those who simply want to make it official in an intimate and stress-free way.
My Legals Only Package includes:
Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) Sign Off
Lodgement of the NOIM with the local registry office
Legal Elements Only - Monitum + Legal Vows + Signing
Presentation Marriage Certificate Only (+$60 for Offical Certificate ofMarriage)
Packages are subject to availability and include 100km round trip travel(+$1.00 per KM thereafter)
A Non-Refundable Lodgement Fee of $200 is required to secure your booking date
Ceremony Package - $1000
My Ceremony Package is for couples who want the full experience, a heartfelt, personal ceremony that feels like you. I’ll take care of all the legal bits, write a ceremony that tells your story (with your input, of course!), help you craft your vows (yes, even if you’re not sure where to start!). I’ll handle all the details so you can focus on what really matters, celebrating your love and soaking up every second.
My Ceremony Package includes:
Initial Consultation
Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) Sign Off
Lodgement of the NOIM with the Local Registry Office
Access to my Digital “Ceremony Planner & Resources”
Dropbox Folder
Unlimited Consultation (In Person / Phone / Video Call)
Unlimited Contact via Social Media & Email
Fully Customised Ceremony Script
Vows Writing Masterclass (Trust me... This is worth it)
Vows Printed on Unique Card (or available to read digitally via Ipad)
Pick My Wardrobe – 8 Choices Offered to “Suit” your Wedding Style Guide
Sound System (PA) suitable for 110 Guest with 2 Wireless Mic
Customised Wedding Playlist for Arrivals & Post Ceremony
Marriage Celebrancy Fees
Coordination with the Venue, Photographers, Videographers & Onsite Suppliers.
Legal Paperwork “Signed, Sealed, Delivered”
Presentation Marriage Certificate plus a digital copy of the Script
Not included - Certified Marriage Certificate from the Registry Office (Valued at $70) - This is also known as "The name change"document! The Registry Office will contact you when your Marriage is registered, and offer to provide your Official Certificate of Marriage.
Packages are subject to availability and include 100km round trip travel (+$1.00 per KM thereafter)
A Non-Refundable Lodgement Fee of $200 is required to secure your booking date.
A rehearsal can be added to the package for $250 - Chat to me about the rehearsal and availability
Master of Ceremonies - $500
My Master of Ceremonies Package is for couples who want their reception to feel effortless, fun, and full of love. I’ll be there to keep your guests engaged, guide everyone through speeches, dances, and all the special moments, and make sure nothing is overlooked. Basically, I take care of the behind-the-scenes details so you can relax, soak up the celebration, and create memories with your nearest and dearest.
My Master of Ceremonies Package includes:
Housekeeping and Venue Liaising,
The Group Photo & Family Photos,
Bridal Party Entry,
Wedding Games,
First Dance & Parental Dance,
Migration of Guests to the Reception,
Canapés & Cocktail Hour,
Speeches (Inc Speaker Bio’s),
Cutting of the Cake,
Bouquet Toss/Garter Toss.
Let’s chat!
If you and/or your partner are looking for a marriage celebrant in Brisbane or on the Gold Coast, please reach out to me. I can’t wait to meet you, hear about your journey together, and help contribute to a day you’ll remember for the rest of your lives.
Please, if you have any questions, give me a call on 0477 118 771 or fill out the form to the right. I look forward to hearing from you.