Northern Rivers Celebrant

03/04/2025

As costs rise in all aspects of our lives, I suspect more couples, regardless of their age, will realistically decide to keep their weddings conservatively smaller and less expensive. That's where what is called a "legals only" ceremony can assist. It's what is essentially a "no frills" straightforward service, but with me there is a big difference. To ensure the couple can personalise what might otherwise seem like a "production line" ceremony, I offer some special options for which there is no additional charge. If you would like to know more about this style of wedding and what I will include for no fee, why don't you check my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au plus check out photos and read some of the 80 Plus Google Reviews? I promise the effort will be worth it if you don't want to overspend on your special day, while ensuring your service will be short, sweet and definitely unique. The easiest way to get in touch is to use the Contact or Call buttons on my website, or PM me if preferred.

01/04/2025

Did you know civil celebrants have only been available to perform marriages in Australia for just over 50 years? On 19 July 1973 the first civil celebrant, Lois D'Arcy, was appointed in NSW by the Attorney General. Now, would you believe, there are approximately 10,000 civil celebrants in Australia who conduct around 80% of all ceremonies??!!
Seriously, how lucky are couples these days? You can choose the exact style of wedding you want, as casual or formal as you wish, themed or not and with no need for a church venue. The bride and groom can wear whatever they choose; and as long as there are two witnesses present to sign paperwork, the guest list can be as large or small as the couple wants.
As to what the bride wears, I love that moment of surprise when the bride approaches her excited partner. Some choose to be traditional, wearing white or ivory or a pastel colour with a veil. Beautiful! Then, others choose to be totally individual! How wonderful is this freedom couples have these days?
Regardless of your future planned choice of celebrant, I'd like to share photos of gorgeous brides who made unique statements while I married each of them to the love of her life.
If you'd like to have a similar experience, why don't you visit my website [www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au](www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au) and have a look at my Google Reviews and readily available pricing under the heading Marriage? I don't hide information and you don't have to trawl through "package" details. If you like what you see, why don't you then press that Contact button, let me know your planned date and we can have an obligation free chat? I'd be delighted to hear from you!

23/02/2025

A photo can say it all about a wedding - especially after the couple has been pronounced husband and wife and then, following the signing, introduced as Mr and Mrs. Sarah and Chris felt this way after their recent wedding at one of our local headlands. Let's just say, happiness and relief were probably their primary emotions on that morning - when the sky, less than half an hour earlier, was threatening, super dark and stormy. Of course we did have a backup plan, which is always key to working with Mother Nature.
If you would like an outdoor wedding in a similar location, on a farm, a beach, in a park or even your garden at home, why don't you check out others who have been married by Northern Rivers Celebrant on my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au plus read lots of 5 star reviews? That is the best way to learn about what to expect from my service. If you like what you see and read, then please use either the Contact or Call button for an obligation free chat? I'd be delighted to hear from you and your partner.

13/02/2025

If your lover pops the question on Valentine's Day, or this coming weekend, I know you will be feeling over the moon. Such romantic moments are to be cherished. But once you've come down from the clouds, maybe you'll think about the practicalities; like when and where? And then, who will have the honour of being chosen to marry you?
You are so spoiled for choices. But, if you are looking for someone who will ease you through the process and make marriage preparation as simple as possible, and reasonably priced, then you should take the following steps.
Check my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au
Have a look at some photos of my happy couples and check out the wedding formats and pricing. It's all up front.
Read some of my Google reviews to get an idea of how other couples appreciated my services.
If you like what you see and read, use the Contact icon on my website to get in touch, give me / Caz a call on 0438220209 or PM me.
I'd be so happy to speak with you and your partner, without any obligation, about your exciting plans for the future.

10/02/2025

Valentine's Day is traditionally the day a romantic partner could "pop the question". Then, before you know it, you'll be thinking about a date, a celebrant, a place ... and so much more. Obviously the date is negotiable ... but once you've decided, and if you want to get married sooner rather than later, the next step, to ensure you get the process right, is to find your celebrant.
To help, why don't you check my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au
for photos, pricing and read Google reviews written by my happy couples?
You'll easily see my style is informal, laid-back and fun! Better still, my fees are reasonable. I'd be delighted to have a chat - first to advise you about the required process; and then about what you want in your unique wedding. The photo attached definitely shows a lovely lady who decided against the totally traditional approach. This bride wore navy and married her husband in a family garden setting. Seriously lovely!

03/02/2025

I understand that financially things are tougher for everyone these days. Because the cost of living has increased and continues to do so, and we can see no end to that for some time, now it's more important to choose your wedding celebrant carefully. If you are looking for someone to marry you who offers modest pricing and excellent service, then you should check out my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au ASAP. Even better, if you have time, have a good look at my 80 Google Reviews and read what couples have said about their experience with me. If you've decided to go ahead and get married, despite the state of the economy, then you should be aware of my modest pricing. I don't try to bamboozle you with packages either. You have a choice of a short and sweet "legals only" ceremony or a standard ceremony, where you have so many options to choose from without hidden extra charges.
I'd be very happy to answer any questions you may have. So why don't you use the Contact or Call icons on my website, or PM me so we can organise a chat? You have everything to gain if you invest just a few minutes now.

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!

23/01/2025

My 80th Google review was posted this week by a lovely local bride.
Caz was an incredible celebrant for us, from the day we first contacted her till our big day her communication and guidance in everything was amazing. She was able to work with all the unpredictabilities on the day and managed to marry us in the pouring rain! Thanks again Caz.
When she refers to the "unpredictabilities on the day", I'd like you to have a look at one photo captured during the ceremony on her parents' property. I think it tells the story very clearly. My clothes were dragging down with the weight of the rain. But the bride's gown ... have a look at that hem! Her bridal car had difficulty getting up a very slippery hill before the ceremony ... so there had to be a change of vehicle to get her to the gorgeous lookout spot. And I couldn't even hold an umbrella for protection because the wind was blowing from behind me and was soooo strong! Even my glasses were splashed on the inside (from behind). Honestly! That's how strong the blustery rain was. I did learn an important lesson though. Ever since 30 November 2024 I've ensured any scripts and vow statements are covered by plastic sleeves. Yep! You guessed it. The inkjet print on the paper began to run. Fortunately both the bride and groom were still able to read their carefully prepared words ... thank goodness! Meantime the uncomplaining guests sat very patiently on their chairs protected by umbrellas.
It just goes to show how every wedding is unique. Fortunately Sean Reefman captured some gorgeous shots of Emma and Connor of the confetti throwing and after the ceremony. They even managed a rainbow to smile on them.
If you'd like to see more photos of other drier weddings, please have a look at my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au
If you like what you see, plus read in my other Google reviews, just click on the Contact or Call button. Not only will I ensure your fees are affordable, I will work hard to ensure your day is just the way you want it to be. And of course we will always have a back up plan!

19/01/2025

I had an unusual wedding ceremony yesterday morning - yes, on a quiet Sunday morning at 9:30am! The bride and groom have been together for some time and had even had a commitment ceremony years ago, that entailed all the paraphernalia of a wedding, like the white gown, veil, suits, a photographer and lots of guests! Several children later and with another on the way, this lovely couple decided to become legally bound. So, with only close family present, in the bride's brother's house, we made it all legal. The marriage was registered and that Official Certificate of Marriage ordered before lunchtime. Below is a quick snap I took before the bride and groom arrived for their simple legals only ceremony... without one little addition. You see the hanging heart with the comment, "At long last"? Just before we began the service, another was added by the bride's witness with the word, "Shotgun?" That's in the second shot. Don't you love Aussie humour?
If you'd like to do your own unique "thing", whenever or wherever you want to get married, just get in touch with me via my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au or send me a message? It doesn't need to be expensive to do things your way.

18/01/2025

This afternoon I was very happy to read my 78th Google review. You may remember my last post where I said the bride and groom were so lucky with the weather on Monday 13th January? Well this is what Sarah, the luckiest bride, had to say about my services:
Caz was a pleasure to deal with from the very beginning. She was always available to answer any questions before the wedding and allowed us to customise the Legals Only ceremony with our own personalised vows. She made everyone feel comfortable on the day and brought a relaxed happy atmosphere to the ceremony. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone getting married.

I must be doing something right then! Incidentally, I have another wedding booked for tomorrow morning at 9:30am - yes on a Sunday! But if that's what couples want, then I'm more than happy to be totally flexible, as long as we're talking daylight hours. 😉
Below is a quickly snapped photo of Sarah and Chris after the ceremony - when Chris was chasing their ring-bearer son, whom he thinks of as "mini me". Also attached is a photo I recently came across, of another lovely couple who also chose me to marry them in a legals only ceremony a while back.
Why not visit my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au if you'd like to read more about my services, including my reasonable pricing and more Google Reviews. If you like what you see, then why not use that Contact or Call button to begin an easy process for marriage?

13/01/2025

Sometimes we can be so lucky with weather. This morning, at 8:30am I began the legals only wedding service for a lovely young couple who have fond memories of Lennox Point Headland. It had been constantly raining overnight, and, as you can see, at 8am the sky was very threatening. We did, however, have a backup plan in mind - which is often the key to success. Heavy fog gave us hope though. So, we confirmed, before 7am this morning, that we'd meet at the Pat Moreton Lookout carpark. A short walk uphill presented our small family group with an amazing view over to Skennars Head. Meantime the sky lightened and, would you believe, there was no rain until we were driving out of the carpark? Yay! The stunning bride wore her gorgeous ivory gown and boots. Yes, truly! If you had to walk up the gravel path and over many partially submerged boulders, you would understand her choice. The vow statements read by the groom and then the bride, were touching and heartfelt. Mothers were honoured to be their witnesses. After a quick trip home, by midday I had registered the marriage ... and voila, another very happy couple!
I'll be able to add some photos from today to my website before too long. But in the meantime, if you're interested in reading lots of 5 star Google reviews and seeing photos of other happy couple in all sorts of wedding locations, why don't you visit www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au
If you like what you see and read, just click on the Contact or Call buttons to begin an easy, stress free process!
And remember ... if you haven't already chosen, perhaps together we can work out a special spot where you and your partner want to tie the knot? It doesn't have to be by the water either! I'd be delighted to hear from you.

30/12/2024

Today was a sad one for me, for a teary bride who was meant to marry her Prince Charming called me to say they had a big argument earlier this afternoon and the wedding was "off". Not only had the groom to be decided he didn't want to get married, he even "blocked" his bride to be, so she couldn't speak with him. She is hoping that once he calms down, he will realise they are truly meant to be together ... but if that hasn't happened within the next 3 days, she will fly home to family. I offered to honour our arrangement on a different day if they decide to go ahead with the wedding, but I have no idea what the future holds for them.
I had hoped to add a shot from today's ceremony to the photo gallery on my website www.northernriverscelebrant.com.au to join happy memories of so many other happy couples. Hopefully they will work out their differences soon.
Meantime, here is a photo I love from earlier this year. If you like what you see, there remains only one day for you to take up my offer of 2025 wedding bookings at 2024 prices. Just go to my website and use the contact button and form if you're interested!

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.

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