Northern Rivers Celebrant

19/10/2024

Yesterday I married a couple in Tatham. It was 37C but a breeze was blowing, thank goodness. The sky was clear, despite receiving heavy rain at my place just before leaving for the wedding; and stormy clouds grumbled in the east. The groom had built a raised structure which ensured family and friends could see the ceremony with ease.
I realised I must be doing something right when after the ceremony the bride reminded me not to leave before she had time to give me a gift they had chosen for me. Well, I have to say, the gift was not only thoughtful and generous. It also provided feedback about my service as a celebrant that was touching.
I want to publicly thank Jo and Scott, the "coolest couple". 😉 It was indeed my honour to be able to marry you. Best of all, it was fun!!
If you too are looking for someone who can individualise your ceremony the way you want it to be, why not check out my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au and click on the Contact icon. A conversation with Caz will be painless I can assure you! Besides, what have you got to lose?

04/09/2024

Today I received an email from the father of a bride married on 24 August 2024. I was so touched by his words and humbled to know he'd taken the time to let me know how he felt about his daughter's wedding ceremony at Summerland House.
His words follow:
Caz, I only spoke to you for a short while but was so impressed. Catherine I soon learnt had made a wise choice. It has been my first wedding that featured a celebrant and could not have been more impressed. Your attention to detail and background preparation was quite exceptional. I am thinking, Caz knows more about the background of Glenn than I do. Well done on that score. You have a lovely way of presenting and a serious subject certainly reaches an audience with dashes of humour. I hope that the perfume you sprinkle on couples also lands on you.
Regards, Terry

29/08/2024

Yep. It's true!

26/08/2024

If you are looking for an experienced celebrant who is easy to talk to and who can walk you through the wedding preparation process with ease, then why not send me a DM? What have you got to lose? A chat with me could save you lots of searching too. Speaking of which, if you'd like to read up on me, email, or call me, my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au will give you plenty of ideas and information. My fees are easy to find and my 63 Google Reviews with a 5 Star Rating speak volumes about the services I provide. Recent photos below will give you a good idea of my style and enjoyment when marrying couples whose feedback proves they appreciate my help.

01/08/2024

On Saturday 8/7/24, despite drizzle, Abbey and Mitchell's wedding proceeded in the outdoor setting of Windara, in Casino. It's a brilliant spot for weddings, especially with its little rotunda. The bride and groom are very shy people, but felt it was important to marry in front of their family and friends, thereby showing their total and happy commitment to a shared future. Just as the ceremony got underway, I could smell something burning ... and sure enough, one of the candles on the rotunda's side step closest to the bride had connected with the bride's beautiful bronze lace creation. Fortunately Abbey was able to stop much fabric melting, and was able to arrange her skirt to cover the small damaged area. It could have been so much worse! But what did Abbey do? Despite how much distress this must have caused, Abbey straightened up, looked into Mitch's eyes, smiled and we simply got on with the ceremony. I was so impressed with her composure!
In turn, this is what Abbey wrote about me as Mr and Mrs S's celebrant, after rating my services with 5 Stars in their Google Review:
Caz was very knowledgable when it came to planning our wedding and very helpful with creating our wedding script.
🥰😍

07/07/2024

I see my role as a celebrant as being two-fold - to marry couples who are in love and assist families with special goodbyes. Both are my way of giving back to community by providing caring and understanding service.
Who doesn't love listening to a good story teller? Possibly, that is one primary difference between my services and other celebrants. I make the greatest effort to get to know my clients, even when time is short.
My most recent 5 star Google review relates to a farewell held at Gummifera Gardens, Lismore Memorial Crematorium on 21 June 2024. The life and legacy of a very special woman was celebrated and there were moments where memories transported so well, attendees actually smiled, chuckled and even laughed out loud. This celebratory approach was further enhanced by bright colour and the soft tactile wool coffin carefully chosen for this final journey. I was grateful and touched to receive feedback from the family today and respect their privacy by not using names.
Caz has been wonderful again. We used her services for father’s memorial service 2 years ago and now recently we asked Caz to conduct a beautiful garden funeral service for our Mum. She was amazing, patient and very caring including helping us come up with the Script. All the family were so appreciative and we had a beautiful send off for mum. We highly recommend Caz which is why this is the second time we have used her services. Thanks Caz! Best wishes.

24/06/2024

Picaluna is such a great team to be able to train and work with! I've already assisted lovely Tanya Godwin (far left) with 3 Picaluna arranged funerals in the Northern Rivers area. Now a new office is being set up in Brisbane. Unfortunately I have to miss training this week, courtesy of my husband who shared Covid-19 with me - his first and my second bout.🥺 Awful timing; but then I've been offered one on one training when Elizabeth Trevan (far right) visits her family in Lismore later this month. Such lovely people in the Picaluna family! All are committed to making it easier for meaningful farewells that are creative and unique. I sincerely look forward to joining their team as a Funeral Director and Celebrant.

Picaluna Funerals, your trusted Funeral Home and Funeral Directors, specialises in personalized and compassionate Cremation & Funeral Services. Get in touch with our Funeral Directors for personalised and meaningful ceremonies. Honouring lives with care

16/05/2024

When the groom saves the day!

05/05/2024

Two couples chose me to marry them in April - specifically Friday 12th and Saturday 20th. Interestingly both couples are very private people and wanted their ceremonies to be attended by their closest and dearest family and friends. They also chose a legals only format, so the ceremony was streamlined and simple. Lauren and Amine married in Lauren's parents' backyard which had a spectacular Camellia sasanqua hedge along the roadside. It also provided the beautiful flowers for the wedding bower, prepared by the groom!! Tayla and Nathan, the second couple, decided to marry on a local farm with a big dam alongside and macadamia orchards behind and to the right. As you can see, both couples were super lucky with the weather, given April was a crazy wet month, with >375mls of rain! Both couples declared to me they were so happy with how special they were made to feel on their wedding days. Why don't you check my most recent 5 Star Google Reviews?

01/04/2024

Wow! With one quarter of the year already in the past, if you got engaged over Easter or are planning to tie the knot in 2024, let's face it, "Time is Ticking!" You know getting married can be simple if you have a celebrant like me, who can guide and advise you with ease. If you want a sincere, laid back, experienced and organised celebrant, then why don't you have a look at my website to get a feel for weddings I have performed?
www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au
Each and every wedding was unique because no two couples are ever the same. Your wedding style will depend on your preferences and desired approach, plus how much you want your guests to be engaged or interact.
If you like what you see on my website, why don't you click the Contact button so we can have a chat? I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have. My website should provide you with most of the information you seek, including my modest pricing, which is up front and easy to find.

Searching for a fun & friendly marriage celebrant to create the perfect wedding ceremony? Look no further, Caz McCallum specialises in affordable wedding ceremonies. Call now!

14/03/2024

When I first moved to Northern Rivers and began my celebrant practice (and farming), another celebrant referred a couple to me. She told the two brides-to-be that she didn't have a particular form required for the ceremony. I thought that odd at the time, but was totally happy to marry the two women who were delightful and of more importantly, in love. More recently, as in last month, I had a phone call from a bride to be, who asked me, "Do you have an issue with marrying two women?" Of course I don't! My spoken answer was, "You know, when two people are in love, it is my honour to be able to marry them." I didn't go on to say that I believe my job is the best in the world. What could be better than getting to meet happy couples looking toward a wonderful future together? When anyone has decided on the person to spend the rest of her/his life with, that's where I can step in - to make that wedding easy, stress-free, legal and even fun. It doesn't have to be a big, challenging production, you know?
If any of this resonates with you, why don't you check my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au
If you like what you see and read, including my modest prices which are readily available, why don't you click the Contact button and give me basic info so I can call you? An obligation free chat will cost you nothing and perhaps convince you we could work together brilliantly.

04/03/2024

My latest review explains why my service as a celebrant here in the Northern Rivers is so appreciated. If you would like similar assistance with your wedding, please don't hesitate to check my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au and use the Contact option.
Caz is an incredible celebrant. We had just over a month to get organised to coincide with visiting family. Caz walked us through the whole process and ensured that we were all set to go come the big day. We really put Caz up for a challenge with our wedding, as not only was it all a bit short notice, but it was also a surprise ceremony. Caz rose to the occasion and really made it come together for us. She also encouraged us to make it that little bit more special and personalised through the things that she thought of and discussed with us - both during our meetings and over text messages. Of course, the legal side of it was well attended. The ceremony on the day was short and sweet as we requested but also well put together by Caz. We had some little vows prepared and she so conveniently had these printed and handed to us at the right time - so we really didn't have anything to worry about on the day. Everyone who attended the ceremony thought it was fantastic, a truly great day and 'so us' which is really a testament to the work that Caz put into the whole process, from start to finish. -Thank-you Caz
Photos by Mikaela Jayne Mazzer

25/02/2024

There is nothing better than being able to say to the nervous couple, "I can now pronounce you husband and wife; or partners for life." In the case of the former, then I can look directly at the groom and say to him, "You may now kiss your bride!" Never have I missed a big smile and flash of true happiness and relief (!) on the face of the groom or partner. Regardless of how self-conscious you may be at your wedding, I promise we can make your ceremony special and enjoyable.
All it takes is a look at my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au to see in photos and read what other couples thought of my services.
My promise to you is that together we can make your special day painless and even fun! Just click the Contact icon on my website and the wheels can start to turn!

29/01/2024

Wherever you live, if you and your partner choose to get married in the Northern Rivers area, then you are spoiled for choice when it comes to the place or venue. I suggest the best way to check out if I can help you, is to simply go to my website -
www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au -
then, read my 5 Star Google Reviews , check the straightforward info provided and have a look at photos of a huge range of wedding styles I've celebrated with couples. My fees for services are available up front and very modest. Of course it depends on whether you want value for money combined with flexibility and a bespoke ceremony. The couple who appear here wanted their elopement ceremony on the headland just south of Cabarita Beach. Such a beautiful spot! Because B and M wanted to keep their ceremony totally private, their photographer was a witness and my husband the other. Just before sunset they became Mr and Mrs and couldn't have been happier.
I'd love to be able to make you and your partner feel the same. All it takes is a visit to my website and use of either the Contact or Phone button. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have for me plus advise on what your options are. Don't be fooled by talk of wedding packages. My standard wedding can include any ritual or special effects you desire. Let's have a chat soon!

08/01/2024

If you are looking to engage a flexible, easy going celebrant for your wedding this year, you may be interested to read my latest 5 star Google review. It was written by Theo, a lawyer and one of the tallest grooms I've ever met. He stood eye to eye with my husband who stands over 194cms. Theo's bride, Jhanine, is tiny, and though I am almost 157.5cms tall, I was a good 5ms taller than her! 👏 Antje, Theo's Mum, is what my husband calls "normal size" 😉 and she was ecstatic to be the second witness.
Their "legals only" wedding was very small and intimate. It took place on a Tuesday afternoon, on the balcony of a Ramada Inn apartment overlooking the river in Ballina, softly shaped by gentle rain. I was so pleased to learn they both the bride and groom were happy with their ceremony, as noted in a card within a surprise bag of (serious) goodies they gave me after the ceremony.
Theo wrote my 60th Google Review as follows:
I highly recommend Caz as a wedding celebrant. She really listened to us and despite the relatively short notice and small size of our wedding, Caz made our Wedding Day very special.

Given that we both live overseas at the moment, she also made sure all the legalities were 100% fully addressed and kept our marriage certificate safe until our return to Australia.

She gave a beautiful short talk about the significance of the rings and her husband also really added to the occasion as a last minute witness, unofficial photographer, and wedding guest!!! Thank you so much to both of you!!! :)

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