CEREMONIES TO REMEMBER FOR LIFE
Do you want to commit to each other in a unique and personal ceremony?
Wedding, Commitment or renewal of vows
You deserve a ceremony that celebrates your story, love and commitment in a special style that is, uniquely and completely you.
Let me be the celebrant who approaches your ceremony the right way, your ceremony does not have to be stressful. In fact, it should be the highlight of your special day. I love to create and perform ceremonies and as a ceremony expert who honours and respects all beliefs and traditions – spiritual, pagan, non religious and religious, it is my mission as a celebrant to conduct a ceremony that uniquely reflects your love story.
Gay and Lesbian Ceremonies - Are you planning a commitment ceremony then let me be the perfect person to play a central role in officiating at your ceremony.
Let me be the celebrant who approaches your ceremony the right way, your ceremony does not have to be stressful. In fact, it should be the highlight of your special day. I love to create and perform ceremonies and as a ceremony expert who honours and respects all beliefs and traditions – spiritual, pagan, non religious and religious, it is my mission as a celebrant to conduct a ceremony that uniquely reflects your love story.
Gay and Lesbian Ceremonies - Are you planning a commitment ceremony then let me be the perfect person to play a central role in officiating at your ceremony.
- Everyone has a shower tea – what about something unique and special
- Instead of a normal Baby Shower ask me about having a beautiful Ceremony called "The Blessing Way"
- Celebrate your new baby with friends and family?
- Mark your child's coming of age as a unique individual?
- Welcome your family to a new house or say farewell to a beloved home?
- Remember your loved ones in a service that celebrates their lives?
- Celebrate that special birthday
- Hold a "Secret Women's Business" Ceremony
I look forward to hearing from you - Lynne Dalrymple (07)32078684 0414864517
Testimonials
Hi Lynne,
Thank you again for your wonderful ceremony, we both enjoyed ourselves so much and we were very relaxed throughout, this was due to your professionalism and style. We had a wonderful time and it was more special to have someone that we knew doing the ceremony.
We have watched the video of the service and we have really enjoyed it. It was a great day, we hope that you enjoyed yourself also.
Thanks again for everything and for performing the ceremony for us, we loved every minute of it. We are looking forward to moving down south and will certainly keep in touch!
Regards and best wishes,
Damien & Theresa
Thank you again for your wonderful ceremony, we both enjoyed ourselves so much and we were very relaxed throughout, this was due to your professionalism and style. We had a wonderful time and it was more special to have someone that we knew doing the ceremony.
We have watched the video of the service and we have really enjoyed it. It was a great day, we hope that you enjoyed yourself also.
Thanks again for everything and for performing the ceremony for us, we loved every minute of it. We are looking forward to moving down south and will certainly keep in touch!
Regards and best wishes,
Damien & Theresa
Hi Lynne,
We would like to sincerely thank you for performing our ceremony.
Your professionalism and ease of manner was evident from the moment I asked you to help put the day together.
All my concerns were quickly put at ease. Didi and I were overwhelmed by your warm words and especially the book you had prepared for the guests to sign for us as a keepsake. There was not a dry eye in the place and the day was full of smiles happiness, very much because of you.
Thankyou once again for the ceremony and the memories,we will cherish them always.
Your friends Adrian and Didi Dwiar (SA)
We would like to sincerely thank you for performing our ceremony.
Your professionalism and ease of manner was evident from the moment I asked you to help put the day together.
All my concerns were quickly put at ease. Didi and I were overwhelmed by your warm words and especially the book you had prepared for the guests to sign for us as a keepsake. There was not a dry eye in the place and the day was full of smiles happiness, very much because of you.
Thankyou once again for the ceremony and the memories,we will cherish them always.
Your friends Adrian and Didi Dwiar (SA)
Dear Lynne,
Thank you so much for officiating at our wedding ceremony.
Steve and I both appreciated your flexibility and creativity – not to mention the fact that you were phased by nothing! Since the ceremony, we have received many comments from our friends which included “it was the most enjoyable wedding we have been to” (which is saying something for people who have passed the 50 mark), “the ceremony seemed to have been made especially for the two of you”. This, in no small part, is due to the extensive range of materials you made available – enabling us to select a ceremony that suited the dynamics of our relationship. Many thanks again for being such a brilliant celebrant – and contributing to our relaxed, stress-free day.
Cheers, Jenni & Steve Goldcoast
Steve and I both appreciated your flexibility and creativity – not to mention the fact that you were phased by nothing! Since the ceremony, we have received many comments from our friends which included “it was the most enjoyable wedding we have been to” (which is saying something for people who have passed the 50 mark), “the ceremony seemed to have been made especially for the two of you”. This, in no small part, is due to the extensive range of materials you made available – enabling us to select a ceremony that suited the dynamics of our relationship. Many thanks again for being such a brilliant celebrant – and contributing to our relaxed, stress-free day.
Cheers, Jenni & Steve Goldcoast
CODE OF CONDUCT
Code of Practice for marriage celebrants (regulation 37L)
1 Application of this Code of Practice
This Code of Practice applies to marriage celebrants (being persons registered under Subdivision C of Division 1 of Part IV of the Marriage Act 1961).
Note: Under paragraph 39I(1)(b) of the Marriage Act 1961, if the Registrar of Marriage Celebrants is satisfied that a marriage celebrant has not complied with an obligation under section 39G of that Act, including this Code of Practice, the Registrar may take disciplinary measures against the marriage celebrant.
2 High standard of service
A marriage celebrant must maintain a high standard of service in his or her professional conduct and practice.
3 Recognition of significance of marriage
A marriage celebrant must recognise the social, cultural and legal significance of marriage and the marriage ceremony in the Australian community, and the importance of strong and respectful family relationships.
4 Compliance with the Marriage Act and other laws
A marriage celebrant must:
(a) solemnize marriages according to the legal requirements of the Marriage Act 1961 (Cth); and
(b) observe the laws of the Commonwealth and of the State or Territory where the marriage is to be solemnized; and
(c) prevent and avoid unlawful discrimination in the provision of marriage celebrancy services.
5 General requirements for marriage ceremonies
A marriage celebrant must respect the importance of the marriage ceremony to the parties and the other persons organising the ceremony. To that end, the marriage celebrant must do the following:
(a) give the parties information and guidance to enable them to choose or compose a marriage ceremony that will meet their needs and expectations;
(b) respect the privacy and confidentiality of the parties;
(c) maintain appropriate facilities to interview parties and provide office facilities, including facilities for the secure storage of records;
(d) within a reasonable time before the marriage ceremony:
(i) confirm all details with the parties; and
(ii) ensure the return of all personal documents belonging to the parties (unless it is necessary to keep the documents for the ceremony); and
(iii) sign any necessary declarations;
(e) if requested by the parties, conduct a marriage ceremony rehearsal;
(f) ensure that his or her personal presentation is of an appropriate standard for the marriage ceremony, and respect the expectations of the parties in relation to the ceremony;
(g) make efforts to ensure that the marriage ceremony is audible to all those present (using audio equipment, if required);
(h) ensure accuracy in the preparation of documents, and in the conduct of the marriage ceremony;
(i) arrive at the venue for the marriage ceremony no later than the time agreed with the parties;
(j) if the marriage celebrant has agreed to perform more than one marriage ceremony on the same day:
(i) ensure that the parties to each marriage receive a level of service that meets their separate and special requirements; and
(ii) be available at the venue for each marriage ceremony at least 20 minutes before the agreed commencement of each ceremony (unless, in the case of consecutive ceremonies, the ceremonies are to be held at the same venue);
(k) ensure that all relevant documents are completed and sent to the appropriate registering authority within 14 days after the marriage ceremony, as required by section 50 of the Marriage Act 1961;
(l) in relation to the provision of marriage services, accept evaluative comment from the parties, and use any comments to improve performance;
(m) give the parties information about how to notify the Commonwealth Attorney-General's Department of any concerns or complaints they may have regarding the marriage services provided by the marriage celebrant.
6 Knowledge and understanding of family relationships services
A marriage celebrant must:
(a) maintain an up-to-date knowledge about appropriate family relationships services in the community; and
(b) inform parties about the range of information and services available to them to enhance, and sustain them throughout, their relationship.
1 Application of this Code of Practice
This Code of Practice applies to marriage celebrants (being persons registered under Subdivision C of Division 1 of Part IV of the Marriage Act 1961).
Note: Under paragraph 39I(1)(b) of the Marriage Act 1961, if the Registrar of Marriage Celebrants is satisfied that a marriage celebrant has not complied with an obligation under section 39G of that Act, including this Code of Practice, the Registrar may take disciplinary measures against the marriage celebrant.
2 High standard of service
A marriage celebrant must maintain a high standard of service in his or her professional conduct and practice.
3 Recognition of significance of marriage
A marriage celebrant must recognise the social, cultural and legal significance of marriage and the marriage ceremony in the Australian community, and the importance of strong and respectful family relationships.
4 Compliance with the Marriage Act and other laws
A marriage celebrant must:
(a) solemnize marriages according to the legal requirements of the Marriage Act 1961 (Cth); and
(b) observe the laws of the Commonwealth and of the State or Territory where the marriage is to be solemnized; and
(c) prevent and avoid unlawful discrimination in the provision of marriage celebrancy services.
5 General requirements for marriage ceremonies
A marriage celebrant must respect the importance of the marriage ceremony to the parties and the other persons organising the ceremony. To that end, the marriage celebrant must do the following:
(a) give the parties information and guidance to enable them to choose or compose a marriage ceremony that will meet their needs and expectations;
(b) respect the privacy and confidentiality of the parties;
(c) maintain appropriate facilities to interview parties and provide office facilities, including facilities for the secure storage of records;
(d) within a reasonable time before the marriage ceremony:
(i) confirm all details with the parties; and
(ii) ensure the return of all personal documents belonging to the parties (unless it is necessary to keep the documents for the ceremony); and
(iii) sign any necessary declarations;
(e) if requested by the parties, conduct a marriage ceremony rehearsal;
(f) ensure that his or her personal presentation is of an appropriate standard for the marriage ceremony, and respect the expectations of the parties in relation to the ceremony;
(g) make efforts to ensure that the marriage ceremony is audible to all those present (using audio equipment, if required);
(h) ensure accuracy in the preparation of documents, and in the conduct of the marriage ceremony;
(i) arrive at the venue for the marriage ceremony no later than the time agreed with the parties;
(j) if the marriage celebrant has agreed to perform more than one marriage ceremony on the same day:
(i) ensure that the parties to each marriage receive a level of service that meets their separate and special requirements; and
(ii) be available at the venue for each marriage ceremony at least 20 minutes before the agreed commencement of each ceremony (unless, in the case of consecutive ceremonies, the ceremonies are to be held at the same venue);
(k) ensure that all relevant documents are completed and sent to the appropriate registering authority within 14 days after the marriage ceremony, as required by section 50 of the Marriage Act 1961;
(l) in relation to the provision of marriage services, accept evaluative comment from the parties, and use any comments to improve performance;
(m) give the parties information about how to notify the Commonwealth Attorney-General's Department of any concerns or complaints they may have regarding the marriage services provided by the marriage celebrant.
6 Knowledge and understanding of family relationships services
A marriage celebrant must:
(a) maintain an up-to-date knowledge about appropriate family relationships services in the community; and
(b) inform parties about the range of information and services available to them to enhance, and sustain them throughout, their relationship.
