Kim Hemsley Celebrant
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Kim believes that weddings are all about love, happiness, and connection. She takes the time to listen to each couple’s story and crafts a ceremony that reflects their unique journey. Whether it’s a grand celebration or an intimate elopement, every detail is thoughtfully planned to ensure a truly personalised experience.
With a background in administration and a lifelong passion for spreading joy, Kim brings organisation, warmth, and a great sense of humour to every wedding. She’s committed to making the process simple and stress-free, guiding couples through legal requirements while ensuring their vows capture their love and commitment. Whether you want a traditional ceremony or something unique, she’s ready to make it happen with enthusiasm and care.
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About
Hi, I am a Mum of three adult daughters , two grandchildren and happily married for the last 34 years. During Covid I decided a change was needed after working in administration throughout most of my career. With my love of people, bringing joy and spreading happiness I studied and 3 years ago Kim Hemsley Celebrant was formed. I absolutely enjoy being able to fulfil a couple's vision of their wedding ceremony bringing to life their special day.
Kim Hemsley
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Service Area Blue Mountains, Southern Highlands & Surrounds
April 2025
March 2025
Kim Hemsley Celebrant
It was an absolute pleasure to be your celebrant, you are both such beautiful people and I wish you and your family a lifetime of happiness.
March 2025
Kim Hemsley Celebrant
I was honoured to be your celebrant and my first ceremony in the Blue Mountains. Even though I live in the area all my ceremonies have been in Sydney. The rain had threatened all week, yet the day shone clear and sunny. Spectacular venue, you and Pete along with your family full of love and laughter spreading joy all day.
March 2025
Kim Hemsley Celebrant
Thankyou for your kind words, it was an absolute pleasure to be your celebrant. Thankyou for trusting me on your special day especially as you were my first ceremony when I began my journey 3 years ago as a celebrant. It was certainly a beautiful day even with the rain, a smaller venue with standing room for many of your 250 guests yet it all went smoothly.
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Get Expert AdviceDo I have to be officially divorced to get remarried?
Kim Hemsley Celebrant
Yes - absolutely. In Australia you must be officialy divorced before you can legally marry again.
Officate a wedding
Hi There, I have a general question. My best friend is getting married in 15 months and the couple asked if I could officiate. Now, I was honoured but looking at it in a practical sense, I have reservations. eg the course, costs and ongoing registration. Let alone the nerves about doing this right, without messing it up. Besides this isn't going to be a side career going forward. However, I'm keen to make it happen in some fashion or another. What is the bare minimum officiate input from a celebrant? Can myself and family to bulk of the vows and readings etc? Any advice would be helpful. Regards Angelo
Kim Hemsley Celebrant
Hi Angelo
Wow how cool is that to be asked to officiate the wedding . Yes it is a whole process, however you as their friend can conduct their full ceremony, readings etc with myself as the celebrant organising all the legal paperwork. I would conduct the legal monitum, legal vows and pronouncing of being officialy married.
The NOIM (Notice of Intended Marriage) must be signed in front of myself as the celebrant which must be completed up to 18 months prior to the wedding. The DONLI (Declaration of No Legal Impediment) must be completed signed and witnessed by myself as the celebrant in the week before the wedding. Two witnesses over the age of 18 must be present to sign the legal documents on the day, which also has to be signed by myself as the celebrant.
As the celebrant after the marriage I submit all the legal paperwork to Births, Deaths and Marriages. A commerative marriage certificate is also completed and signed on the day which is given to the couple.
I hope that answers your question and I look forward to being able to assist in your friend's wedding.
Warm regards
Kim Hemsley
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Kim Hemsley Celebrant
Thankyou Natalie and Harley for your kind words. Your ceremony was absolutely full of love and joy. The love you two have for each other and your son is there for everyone to see. A beautiful intimate beach wedding that I was blessed to be your celebrant at.