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WHY CELEBRANTS CHARGE WHAT THEY DO (AND WHY IT'S WORTH EVERY CENT)

Planning a wedding can feel like juggling a million things at once, and it’s easy to get swept up in the details. But let’s get one thing straight—without a celebrant, there is no wedding. I know, I know, the cake is important, but here’s the truth: cake is just dessert, and I’m the one who makes your marriage legal. So, when I hear couples say they booked a celebrant because they were cheap, I can’t help but cringe. Eeeek! Let me explain why choosing the right celebrant is one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make for your big day.

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YOUR TOP WEDDING QUESTIONS ANSWERED: A CENTRAL COAST CELEBRANT’S GUIDE

Planning a wedding can feel like a whirlwind of decisions, but don’t worry—I’m here to help! Over my 13 years as a celebrant on the Central Coast, I’ve been asked just about every question under the sun. To make things easier for you, I’ve put together answers to some of the most common questions couples have about their big day.

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WHY WEEKDAY WEDDINGS ON THE CENTRAL COAST ARE A HIDDEN GEM

There’s something about a weekday wedding that feels… different. A little quieter. A little more intimate. Maybe it's because they’re unexpected. A curveball in the middle of the week, where love takes the wheel, and everyone presses pause on life for just a moment. And there’s something so beautifully simple about that.

Weekends? They’re busy, crammed with plans and people rushing from one thing to the next. But a weekday? That’s a chance to stop. To breathe. And to really let the day soak in. Let’s dive into why saying "I do" on a random Wednesday or Thursday on the Central Coast might just be the best decision you’ll ever make.

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THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY THAT WASN'T: HOW JESS AND KANE PULLED OFF THE ULTIMATE SURPRISE WEDDING

Let me tell you a story about a couple who took one look at the traditional wedding playbook and said, "Nah, not for us." Jess and Kane are in their early twenties, and like most of us starting out in life, the idea of a lavish wedding with all the bells and whistles sounds like a dream, right? Instagram and Facebook have us scrolling through photos of fancy venues, over-the-top cakes, and the kind of wedding dresses that cost more than a small car. And hey, it’s easy to get caught up in all that, especially when your family or friends start chiming in, offering to chip in but with strings attached.

I acknowledge the Darkinjung people as the traditional custodians of the land on which I live, work, and gather. I pay my respects to Elders past and present and recognise their continuing connection to the land, waters, and community.