Do you provide table and chairs for the signing of the register?

Yes. I provide one table, two chairs and table cover. You are more than welcome to place any small decorations in-keeping with your wedding theme on the table.

Can we write our own vows?

Yes, by all means; however, I have samples that you can consider and adapt for your personal use.

Do you travel to more remote locations outside of the ACT?

1. Whilst I am based in Canberra I am happy to travel anywhere to officiate your wedding. However, travel to your location beyond a 30km radius from my home in Fadden will incurr additional travel costs @68cents/km. 2. I also conduct weddings within the Jervis Bay area. Additional travel costs are calculated 30kms from Vincentia.

What about the music?

My PA system has the facility to attach a phone or usb to play your music. Choose your top four favourite songs or instrumental pieces for the actual ceremony as you will need a song/piece for the processional, two songs/pieces for signing the register and one for the recessional. It also adds to the atmosphere to have music playing while your guests are gathering before the ceremony. So start gathering your playlist now. I do ask you to organise someone to be in charge of the music throughout the ceremony. If there is a need to discontinue the music at a particular time, always fade out the music as opposed to a sudden stop.

Can both my mum and dad walk me down the aisle?

Absolutely for both the bride and the groom.

Bronwyn McKenzie - Marriage Celebrant Fadden

OVERVIEW

I extend my best wishes to couples wherever they may be. Getting engaged and planning a wedding is a time to celebrate your love and commitment. But as exciting as it is, it’s also stressful. Planning a wedding is a big investment of your time and energy.

Whilst there is a seemingly endless number of decisions to be made, rest assured that your ceremony will be in my very capable hands. When you take the time to symbolically and verbally reflect on the personal meaning of your union through the process of designing your own wedding ceremony, you give yourselves the opportunity to clarify and share your deepest feelings, needs and desires about yourselves.

Whether there be five or a hundred and fifty guests at your wedding, it is still a very personal occasion and should be truly reflective of who you are as individuals and as a couple.

Always respectful, mindful and sensitive to all partnerships, I am passionate about creating and delivering a unique ceremony for your special day.
A good place to start the process of designing your ceremony is to take time together to explore your individual tastes and desires. This initial consultation is free of charge to answer any of your queries.

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About

I am deeply grateful to all those couples who have given me the privilege of officiating at their wedding and commitment ceremonies. It has been a delight to conduct many memorable and beautiful ceremonies throughout Canberra, its surrounding areas and on the beaches of Jervis Bay. Having over thirty years of teaching experience, being a wife and mother of two, and several years solemnising marriages, I bring a highly professional work ethic, a creative flair, unwavering support and enthusiasm.

Mrs Bronwyn McKenzie

Business Owner

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Easy Weddings Special Offer

'Short and Sweet' style ceremony for $600

Book me through Easy Weddings to secure an all inclusive package including:

Completion of all legal work.

Initial and subsequent visits.

Wedding rehearsal with bridal party, parents and other participants.

All administrative costs.

Unrestricted email and phone contact to refine your ceremony.

A selection of introductions, readings and vows to assist in creating your ceremony.

Use of PA system.

Table and two chairs for signing of register.

Your ceremony will be printed and presented in a memento folder.

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FAQ

What is included in the Celebrant fee?

Completion of all legal work.
Initial and subsequent visits.
Wedding rehearsal with bridal party, parents and other participants.
All administrative costs.
Unrestricted email and phone contact to refine your ceremony.
A selection of introductions, readings and vows to assist in creating your ceremony.
Use of PA system.
Table and two chairs for signing of register.
Your ceremony will be printed and presented in a memento folder.

What is included in a full priced wedding ceremony?

I have a format I follow that covers all components of a ceremony, each one flowing nicely to the next. Depending on your design and depth of your unique ceremony, will determine the length and detail of each component and whether all components are used.

Processional
Welcome and Gathering Words
Giving Away
Introduction of the Couple
Reading/s
Monitum and Declaration of Intent
Marriage Address
Ritual (optional)
Marriage Vows
Presenting of the Rings
Pronouncement
Signing of the Register
Presentation of the Couple
Recessional

How much do you charge for conducting a full wedding ceremony?

My celebrant fee is $650 for a full wedding ceremony. With the completion of the NOIM (Notice of Intended Marriage), your first official paper work, a non refundable fee of $350 is to be paid to secure my services for your chosen date and the outstanding balance of $300 is to paid two weeks prior to the wedding.

Do you recommend having a rehearsal?

Yes. I do recommend a rehearsal for many reasons:

It is preferable a rehearsal to be held at the location of the wedding; however, if this is not possible an alternative venue would be desirable.
Having a rehearsal will help subside your nerves of the unknown.
Organise where the bridal party will be standing.
Parents and wedding party to practice the processional with music.
Other participants e.g. readers, to practice and familiarise themselves with proceedings.
Practice using a microphone.

Do you provide a Public Address (PA) system?

Yes.

The PA system is provided for the use by the celebrant.

The PA system can be used for recorded music to be played before, during and after the ceremony.
The PA system is battery operated and has two wireless microphones.

3 reviews 5 Write a Review

January 2021

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Bronwyn was amazing. She is such a kind soul and made us feel truly cared about. She helped us plan everything and make things match our personality and our vision. So many people said they loved her presence and her delivery. Highly responsive to anything we needed. Highly recommend Bron.

Bree B.

December 2020

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Bronwyn is a fantastic celebrant. She helped us create exactly the warm and relaxed atmosphere we wanted for the day and was such a pleasure to work with throughout the whole process. She answered all our questions and was very friendly, experienced and reliable. Bronwyn helped us to personalise our ceremony so it was exactly what we wanted.

Elizabeth S.

August 2020

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The organisation and planning for a wedding can be daunting, especially the intricacies of a ceremony. We were lucky enough to come across Bronwyn's profile on EasyWeddings and were immediately drawn to her casual, honest and laid-back approach. In the first meeting, we knew straight away that we wanted to her help us on our special day and luckily, she accepted. Bronwyn is extremely friendly, kind, sympathetic and readily explains the various options and requirements involved in a wedding. She made the entire process extremely easy and enjoyable, and on the day she was an incredible celebrant - so much so that we had some of our guests asking "Wow, where did you find her?" Our only regret is that we aren't able to get married all over again and go through the process again with her. Thank you, Bronwyn!

Jordan M.

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