OVERVIEW
Amanda Louise is all about expressing your unique love story in a vibrant, authentic way. As a creative individual, no idea is too bold! Whether you’re after a simple, intimate elopement, a grand affair with all the bells and whistles, or something a little out-of-the-ordinary — Amanda is excited to accommodate. With over 15 years of experience as a professional executive assistant and manager and extensive wedding planning experience — you can expect nothing less than top professionalism, fine attention to detail, and a warm, thoughtful approach. For a passionate yet calm marriage celebrant eager to design a ceremony that resonates with you, look no further than Amanda Louise!
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About
Is there anything better than watching someone who's filled to the brim with pure happiness? Seeing their face burst into an uninhibited smile (or burst into tears of happiness!) because just can't be contained? That's the moment for me.... oh shucks, you'll have me every time... you know the airport scene in Love Actually?... it's like that. Let's create that.
Amanda Powers
Marriage Celebrant
Location
Service Area Adelaide & Surrounding Areas
June 2024
March 2024
Amanda Louise
It was such an honour to officiate your marriage Sian and Will! I loved every minute of creating your ceremony (so many fabulous stories to work with!) and being a part of your wedding day is something I'll always cherish. Thank you both x
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Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, Amanda Louise offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceDo we need a marriage celebrant?
Can we exchange vows on our wedding day , and just get registered at the registry office on separate day- and therefore not require a celebrant? And if so- is this more cost effective? Thank you
Amanda Louise
Yes, you absolutely can!.... however there's a couple of things to keep in mind.
You can exchange vows on your wedding day, and have a friend or family member 'officiate' the ceremony if you wish, however you will not be legally married. This type of ceremony is commonly called a 'commitment ceremony' and does not require a celebrant.
You would not be legally married until you exchange your vows with an Authorised Marriage Celebrant, infront of 2 witnesses and complete all the necessary paperwork, including the NOIM at least 1 month prior. This legal ceremony could either be in a registry office or with a marriage celebrant.
Whether or not this is more cost effective depends on where you intend to marry and also the celebrants available to you. Many offer a 'legal's only' service which can be very reasonable and perhaps, a little more personal too.
Friend conducting our ceremony
If I have a friend conducting my ceremony and a qualified celebrant there to do the legal parts, can my friend pronounce us husband and wife at the end?
Amanda Louise
Yes of course! I very recently conducted a ceremony in conjuction with a friend of the family. They read out majority of the ceremony script, including the pronoucement at the end of the ceremony, and I simply stepped in to cover the sections which are required by law to legally marry two people in Australia.
Whilst the ceremony can be handled in this manner, it is still necessary for the celebrant to also complete all the requirements pre and post-ceremony to ensure the marriage is legal and binding.
Marriage without the ceremony
Hi! My partner and I would like to get legally married without a ceremony at this stage - is there anyone that can provide advice as to whether we can formally sign the legal documents without having a ceremony and saying vows? We haven't submitted the NOIM as yet but have it ready. Ive asked BDM however they arent able to provide me any advice. Thank you!
Amanda Louise
To be legally married in Australia, the minimum requirement is a 'legal's only' ceremony, which does include you both saying vows. This type of ceremony is very simple however. In attendance would be you, me and two witnesses and would take approximately 5 mins, including signing the necessary paperwork.
In order to hold a ceremony such as this, you would need to submit your NOIM with the celebrant at least one month prior to the date of your ceremony (only under exceptional circumstances can this time be reduced).
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I loved working with you two and helping to create a ceremony that was perfect you! Thank you Dawn and Mark x