Packages
A ceremony involves extensive research, writing, paperwork and preparation that takes place to prepare a service. Celebrate with Serendipity's fees and packages are inclusive of the accumulative time spent on the ceremony or event. Quality over quantity is key, consequently I provide additional time for meetings, emails and phone calls, preparation meetings and travel to and from the event.
The below packages and fees are non-negotiable, and reflect a fair remuneration based on experience and quality of service. Fees for additional services or time extensions are decided on a case-by-case basis.
A non-refundable deposit of $100 is payable to secure a date.
The follow package set a guide and can be amended as required.
Elopements
Limited to 2 witnesses, Hervey Bay
Starting from $325
Children of the couple always welcome
Weekdays Only (20% surcharge for weekends)
Location within Hervey Bay
Bridal Couple + 2 witnesses (Children of the couple are welcome)
Intimate Garden locations, day or evening or full moons, by special arrangement
Other locations by special arrangement and additional costs
Ceremonies last approximately 15 mins
NOTE: Upon booking and payment of the deposit, one pre-wedding planning meeting will take place to confirm your legal details. This will be required in person (location TBA by the Celebrant). Ongoing communication will be limited with this package type. All other standard inclusions apply.
Mid Week / Micro Wedding Starting at $450
12 Guests and less Weekdays only
Children of the couple always welcome
(20% surcharge for weekends)
Upon booking and your deposit paid 2 x pre-wedding meeting/rehearsal plus unlimited email and phone communication from the clients to the celebrant includes 1x rehearsal
Completion of all legal documents -pre and post the ceremony
Preparation of your marriage certificates
A registry signing table & two chairs are provided.
A Commonwealth of Australia Certificate of Marriage
Registration of your Marriage
Keepsake copy of the vows (if requested)
PA system if required
Option to use props bears in chairs, chalice, love paperweight
This ceremony usually takes around 20 mins
Available at location in Hervey Bay (other Fraser Coast locations by arrangement – travel costs may apply) Eg: An extra travel fees for K’gari location as per the current barge/Fraser Island taxi fare.
Premier Or Themed Wedding Starting from $575
Unlimited Guests, any day of the week
20% surcharge for public holidays
Traditional
Steampunk
Medieval
Preparation of scripts, certificates and relevant declarations
Upon booking and your deposit paid, 3 x pre-wedding planning meeting
Unlimited email and phone communication from the clients to the celebrant
The conducting/solemnisation of the marriage ceremony at the agreed time, date and place
Provide celebrant services to the parties in accordance with the Code of Practice for Marriage Celebrants
Completion of all legal documents pre and post ceremony.
Preparation of your marriage certificates plus A Commemorative Commonwealth of Australia Certificate of Marriage.
Personalised bespoke ceremony, which could include readings, rituals or aspects from different traditions, cultures and beliefs.
Special Costume or make-up requirement will be at an additional fee.
I provide a PA system, to ensure all is heard at any venue
Registry signing table & two chairs are provided, optional coloured sashes to match the colour theme
Keepsake copy of the vows and whole ceremony
Optional Props: Use of Sacred Chalice and Alter Cloth, Love paperweight and Seated Bears in Chairs
This ceremony usually takes about 30 mins
Available at your organised location in Hervey Bay (other Fraser Coast locations by arrangement includes travel up to 100 kms Eg: An extra travel fees for K’gari location as per the current barge/Fraser Island taxi fare. (See T&C for travel and accommodation)
With Standard Inclusions
All legal formalities including
Notice of Intended Marriage (legally one calendar months notice
Declaration of No Legal Impediment (signed close or on the wedding day)
Formal paperwork, lodgment and printing (where applicable)
Ceremonial Certificates
Preparation meetings (in-person or video call)
Comprehensive contract via phone or email
Booking confirmation
Date security and contingency plan
Celebrant travel to/from the event
Options for celebrant event attire
Use of the celebrant's Portable PA Speaker
Use of the celebrant's Registry Signing Table and 2x Chairs
NOTE: Additional costs may be involved for travel and accommodation to weddings and events outside of Hervey Bay, for costumes or specific attire requests, as well as attendance at rehearsal events. An extra travel fees for K’gari location as per the current barge/Fraser Island taxi fare.
