ABOUT ME

Prior to becoming a Celebrant, I spent over 30 years working as an Executive Manager in the Customer Service industry, always ensuring that the Customer receives the excellent service they have paid for and deserve.
I have recently retired and it was personal life experiences, happy and sad, that led me into the world of Celebrancy. What better work satisfaction is there than to; see couples hopelessly in love commit to each other either in legal marriage or commitment ceremony; parents doting over their new born at a naming ceremony; couples renewing their vows; families farewelling a loved one; with a ceremony designed just for them. This makes me so happy and fulfilled.

When I’m not performing ceremonies, I enjoy as much time as I can with my family. My husband and I like to get away in our caravan when time permits. I love to watch my grandsons playing footy, my granddaughter at dancing, and enjoy their company at our special ‘Breakfast Club’ (just for Nanny & kids!)

If you are looking for something special for your ceremony, give me a call.

Proudly serving the LGBTQ community and offering guidance and inspiration to couples planning same-sex ceremonies and receptions!

Planning a simple elegant reception? Or want to go for a grand and dazzling affair, surrounded by friends and family? We’ve got everything for you. We can cater to intimate and grand ceremonies alike. Choose a package of that suits your needs the best or get in touch with us for a customized plan.

A Commitment ceremony can mean many different things to different people. A commitment ceremony can look just like a wedding, feel like a wedding, and sound like a wedding, with hundreds of guests, lavish surrounds, but no marriage license. It can even be a ceremony to simply bless your wedding and affirm your relationship in front of family and friends. It can just be an excuse to have a big party celebrating your love. It can be a large ceremony or an intimate affair. Your choice. What makes a commitment ceremony special is usually that there are no rules and legal formalities, which means, you can be creative in how your ceremony is presented.

Whatever reason you want a commitment ceremony, I am here to help and guide you through the process.

Simply put, a vow renewal is a way to celebrate your marriage. Perhaps you’ve made it to 2, 5, 10, 25 or 50 years together and you want the world to know you’d do it all over again in a heartbeat. Maybe you want to reaffirm your commitment to each other after a rough period in your relationship. There’s no wrong reason to renew.

You can renew your vows in a house of worship, at home, on the beach, in a pretty garden or park, on a mountaintop or on a cruise—basically, anywhere that has sentimental meaning for both of you.

I will ensure the celebration is perfect for you and your guests.

The death of a loved one whether it is expected or not, is an emotional time. The funeral is our opportunity to say a fond farewell, share memories of their life and to celebrate their life. It is the time when friends and family come together to express their grief and offer each other support.

Making plans for a funeral is one of the most difficult tasks anyone will have to go through. That’s why, as a celebrant, I have an important job to make sure that all the finer details are taken care of for you.

Many people find that traditional funerals, particularly those with religious rituals, do not reflect the life and individuality of their loved one or represent their personality.
As an Independent Celebrant, I can write and conduct funeral services throughout the greater Sydney area. Each ceremony is individually written and created as a fitting tribute to honour the deceased

I will meet with you and your family, to get to know you, and learn a little about your loved one recently passed away. This will help in planning the service and what you would like included.

No two funerals are the same and it is important that we honour your loved one by ensuring the service is perfect for family and friends.

Your wedding is a ceremony to celebrate your love and commitment to each other. I can write the ceremony script to reflect the couple personalities so it could be sentimental and romantic or humorous and irreverent, whatever the case it will be based on your wishes.

You can choose your own music, vows, readings, exchanging of rings. However, it will be necessary to arrange the legal part of the wedding ceremony to ensure the marriage is legally solemnized as per Australian regulations.

You can be as creative and romantic as you wish and hold your ceremony in the garden, on a boat, on the banks of a river, in a castle, on a beach……..in fact wherever you like. You can also hold your ceremony at the time of day that suits you best….at sunrise or sunset or perhaps even in the moonlight!

I will ensure that the ceremony has the dignity that you deserve but I will also make sure that it is relevant to you and flexibility is my primary aim, providing guidance, creativity and expertise.

If you would like to include a ritual I can arrange this for you, such as:

Sand ceremony
Handfasting ceremony
Unity candle

Whatever you want; I am here for you!

What joy and pleasure a new baby can bring! The long wait is over and a new member of the family has arrived! There are many tried and tested ways of “wetting the baby’s head” but how about holding a lovely and loving ceremony which allows you to really enjoy introducing baby to your family and friends?
To make the ceremony more relevant to you and your child, I can create ideas with you to customise your ceremony. I can help you weave a tapestry of beautiful words together to welcome your child into the world.

A Naming Ceremony can help you really set the seal on this momentous occasion – bringing your family and friends together.
You can include a small ritual if you wish; such as:

A time capsule; guest write a message to the baby and it is put in the capsule to be read later in life
Naming ribbon
Best wishes memory book
End the ceremony with bubble blowing

You can hold your Naming Ceremony at any location – your home and garden, a café, local hall or pub. The Naming Ceremony enables you to declare your love and commitment to your new child and maybe introduce godparents.

The Ceremony can contain religious/semi religious or spiritual elements and include music, poetry, readings. I aim to create a loving and joyful occasion for you, your family and friends.

Siblings also can play their part within the ceremony – perhaps with a presentation of a gift, a poem, sharing a favourite toy, or just presenting a flower to their new brother or sister. There are also lots of poems and readings which are perfect for young children to read themselves or memorise!

You will receive a commemorative naming certificate to remember the special day.