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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Planning a wedding comes with plenty of questions — some practical, some emotional, and some you didn’t even know you needed to ask. 
This section covers the most common things couples want clarity on when planning a ceremony, from legal requirements to cultural considerations and how the day itself actually works. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, you’re always welcome to get in touch.

Veri Photography @ Hamer Hall, Melbourne CBD

Veri Photography @ Hamer Hall

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Everything you need to know about the legal side of getting married in Australia.
 

This section covers:
 

  • What makes a marriage legally valid

  • Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM)

  • Identification and documentation

  • Witness requirements

  • Timeframes and legal obligation

CEREMONY PLANNING

A breakdown of how a wedding ceremony actually works, and what’s involved in creating one that feels personal and meaningful.

This section covers:
 

  • How long ceremonies usually run

  • What can (and can’t) be customised

  • Tone, structure and flow

  • How much input couples usually have

REHEARSALS

Not every wedding needs a rehearsal — but some absolutely benefit from one.
 

This section explains:
 

  • When a rehearsal is recommended

  • What happens during one

  • Who should attend

  • How it helps the ceremony run smoothly

FAITH, CULTURE & CIVIL CEREMONIES

Many couples come from different cultural or religious backgrounds, and it’s completely normal to have questions about how that fits within a civil ceremony.
 

This section explains:
 

  • How culture and tradition can be incorporated

  • The difference between civil and religious ceremonies

  • Common interfaith questions

  • What’s possible — and what isn’t — legally

Greek ELEMENTS

A dedicated space for couples looking to incorporate Greek traditions or navigating Greek Orthodox considerations.
 

This page covers:
 

  • Orthodox church requirements

  • Cultural traditions such as stefana

  • How to honour Greek heritage in a civil ceremony

  • Common questions Greek couples ask

COMMON QUESTIONS BEFORE BOOKING

Do you MC as well?

I don’t offer full MC services as a standard inclusion, however I do offer a limited MC-Lite option in certain circumstances. This is designed for couples who are having a front-loaded reception and would like light, professional guidance through: • Guest introductions • Entry of the couple • Cake cutting • Speeches • First dance This typically runs for 90 minutes to 2 hours post-ceremony, after photos and canapés. MC-Lite is offered on a case-by-case basis, depending on timing and location, and is priced separately from ceremony packages.

Do you have videos of your ceremonies?

I don’t currently provide full ceremony videos. In many cases, couples choose not to have a videographer or the final edit focuses on the couple rather than the celebrant, reducing my appearance to an introduction, a sentence or two and the pronouncement, which doesn’t truly reflect the experience of the ceremony itself. The best way to understand my style is through: • My testimonials • How I communicate • A quick conversation to see if we’re the right fit

Ready to chat?

If you’d like to check availability or talk through your plans, get in touch below and I’ll guide you through the next steps.

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