Celebrant | South Gippsland + Melbourne
A 'guiding light' in the moments you need it most. Think of me as ‘a guiding light’ in the moments you need it most.
Hi I’m Kate
I have been involved in the wedding and events industry for nearly 10 years, planning, styling and managing many events through my business Events By Kate. I am so grateful for the past decade as it has lead me to this next chapter of my journey. I did not appreciate what ‘ living your purpose’ meant until I completed my celebrant licence and began officiating weddings and farewell se
rvices (funerals). Whether I am marrying you and your soul mate or helping you honour the life of your loved one, it will be a privilege supporting you in this personal and intimate time.
Lotti and VJ’s stunning day has been featured on (link below) ✨
One of my favourite couples and ceremonies to date. I feel so lucky to meet and marry such amazing people! ❤️
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As a celebrant, choosing an outfit that fits perfectly with my couples’ wedding aesthetic and style is so important to me (and a part of my job I love!)
It’s the little details that go a long way!
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Meet the beautiful, fun, and cheeky Rosabel, one of my fabulous brides who also happens to be a foodie extraordinaire and now soon-to-be mum.
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Rosabel and Benson, I am so excited for you both - you’re going to make the most amazing parents ever! 🌸💖
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Ready and waiting for game time ✨
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With warmth and calm, I create a space for moments to unfold naturally, leading with grace without ever taking away from the love and people we are there to celebrate.
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My ceremonies are all about balance - light and shade, laughter and tears - each one crafted with purpose and meaning.
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I’m so grateful for every couple I meet and every story I’m trusted to tell.
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In your eyes, I see my whole world ❤️
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Mum, on this special day, we celebrate you,
For all you are and all you do.
Thank you for being our resilient leader
And for me, my stain remover, brownie baker, and proofreader!
Happy 70th birthday, our beautiful mum,
You are and always will be forever young!
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I was so humbled to be invited to stay on at Tatum and Stefan’s reception in Tuscany. It was such a special experience in every way. This frame perfectly captures how I felt listening to Stefan’s thank you speech; it brought tears to my eyes. I really do marry the most kindest souls!
“Finally to Kate, our celebrant, the incredible woman who Tate and I have had the privilege to not only meet but to marry us in Australia and in Italy.
Whilst you have married us, we don’t just treat you as our celebrant, we treat you as our family. We hope this connection we have created will continue well beyond today.”
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I treasure the connections I am lucky to make in my role as a celebrant. Yesterday, I had the profound privilege of officiating Stuart’s farewell service, and it was beyond an honour.
Stuart was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a doting grandfather and great grandfather whose presence enriched the lives of everyone around him.
I first met Stuart at his daughter Christine and Warren’s surprise vow renewal and again at his granddaughter Jessie and Nick’s wedding. At that wedding, I surprised Jessie and Nick by inviting Stuart to share a few words and his advice for a long and happy marriage. In that moment, I saw Stuart’s love for a speech and a microphone! He spoke beautifully and proudly about his gorgeous wife Joan, their incredible partnership, and their amazing life together.
Stuart’s life was a testament to the power of family and the deep love he had for each of them. I feel incredibly blessed to have been part of such a special and touching tribute, thank you Joan and family for the privilege. ❤️
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A season highlight was marrying my cousin, surrounded by our family, and then celebrating and dancing the night away together. It was the absolute best!
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Alex and Sam’s ceremony was pure joy from start to finish 🤍
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We had the pleasure of working with Kate as our wedding celebrant, and we couldn’t be happier with our choice. After meeting a few celebrants, we immediately felt a connection with Kate. Her friendly, relaxed, down-to-earth, and sweet vibe matched ours perfectly. She was so warm and welcoming, and we just knew she was the one we wanted to marry us.
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Kate was excellent at explaining the entire process to us, providing us with plenty of helpful documents and examples. Her templates were incredibly useful and made it easy for us to build the perfect wedding script and vows.
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One unique and wonderful aspect of working with Kate was her approach of having us fill out separate questionnaires. This made our wedding script a beautiful surprise on the day, and hearing it for the first time during our ceremony was truly special.
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On the day of the wedding, Kate was incredibly helpful in guiding us on what to do and easing our nerves. Despite being based in the UK, she made time to see us a week before the wedding. We had such a lovely time catching up and getting to know each other better over coffee. She’s the kind of person you just want to be friends with – we didn’t want to leave!
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Thank you so much, Kate, for making our wedding so beautiful and unforgettable. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a celebrant who is not only professional but also genuinely caring and delightful to work with.
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~ Neha + Nitish
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I am back from holidays (with the fire roaring), feeling refreshed and grateful for the amazing adventure I experienced!
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Excited for the next few months filled with couple meetings and quality time with family and friends before my season officially kicks off in September.
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Very excited to announce I will be back behind the mic in Italy at the end of May/June 2025.
Bookings now open! Limited availability, please reach out via DM, phone, or email for more details.
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Kate is an exceptional wedding celebrant who we had the pleasure of working with for both our legal ceremony in Australia and our destination wedding in Tuscany Italy.
Her professionalism and attention to detail were seamless throughout the entire process. As soon as we met Kate we knew nobody was going to compare, she had the warmest heart, being so welcoming, and also quirky and goofy which sums our personalities up amazingly!
Kate not only performed her duties flawlessly, but she also brought a warmth and sincerity to our special day that made it truly unforgettable. We now consider Kate a part of our family and trust her implicitly.
We cannot recommend her highly enough to any couple looking for a seamless and perfect wedding experience. Thank you, Kate, for everything you have done for us, you will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
~ Tatum + Stefan Zizic ❤️
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One week since this dreamy day ❤️
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Tatum and Stefan’s wedding was nothing short of magical. ✨
The love, joy, and beautiful moments we shared will forever hold a special place in my heart. A truly kind and generous couple who are now lifelong friends.
Will continue to share more of the amazing frames captured by the incredible 😘
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arrivederci 👋
En route with my love and dearest friends for the trip of a lifetime!
Cannot wait for that airport champagne 🥂
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Kate was an amazing celebrant. From the moment we met she reassured us of the process and was very accommodating when working out a time to meet up prior to the big day.
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She has great interpersonal skills and really got to know the both of us. Kate was able to capture our story in a way that was true to us and involved great humor which captured the audience.
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All our guests said that Kate spoke so well and was fantastic in all aspects from the ways she dressed to where she positioned herself throughout the ceremony.
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Kate also provided great questionnaires prior to the wedding which helped draw out information to aid not only her speech but also our own vows.
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Would highly recommend Kate to anyone looking for an exceptional Celebrant.
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~ Morgan and David Dal Papa
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And that’s a wrap! The 23/24 wedding season was nothing short of magical!
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Marrying 66 incredible couples, sharing their love stories, and being part of their journey into forever has been an absolute honour. I’m filled with immense gratitude for the role I play and the trust my couples place in me for their special day.
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A heartfelt thank you to all my beautiful couples, their families, and friends for making this season unforgettable. A massive thank you to the extremely talented vendors who I have the privilege of working with, and for the endless support from my celebrant friends!
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Next stop: Italy! 🇮🇹
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It all started under the iconic clocks of Flinders Street Station.
Lee was enchanted from the moment he heard Carolina’s voice. Her laughter, infectious and unrestrained, became Lee’s instant favourite new soundtrack. As they walked through the Melbourne Botanic Gardens, the connection between them deepened with every step. Then, along the Yarra River, as they embraced, Lee felt a shift—a heart-stopping moment, he had been sucked into the vortex and he was in true love for the very first time.
Carolina glimpsed Lee’s thoughtfulness, consideration, and care from the very beginning. And when she laid eyes on him for the first time, carrying two steaming cups, she couldn’t help but notice his striking handsomeness.
In that moment, she felt seen, cherished, and safe, qualities that seemed to radiate from him effortlessly. Carolina sensed that Lee was the type of person who would always have her back, her haven in a chaotic world.
From that day on, Carolina and Lee became inseparable. Their connection deepened as they shared their dreams, laughter, and unwavering support, turning each day into an endless honeymoon.
To journey through the rest of this life side by side is all Carolina and Lee desire, an adventure they are ready to embrace and all the wonders that lie ahead together.
They are simply walking each other home 💕
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Jess and Nate’s magical day, love and joy radiating in every frame 🤍
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Jake sharing the spotlight with Walter!
Both absolute stars ⭐️
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Mr + Mrs Hollis 💕
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Marrying my cousin Sam and his beautiful bride Meg filled my heart with so much joy!
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From the stunning florals to the delicious shared feast, the pumping dance floor, to their radiant smiles, the day was absolute perfection!
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We cannot thank Kate enough for perfecting her part in our big day 🤍🥹
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Kate was such a pleasure from the very beginning, she is amazing at what she does, you know after speaking with her for a short while that she’s an expert in the field.
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We initially struggled to find a celebrant that was going to be the right fit, I thought we were going to have to settle, but when we found Kate I knew we hit the jackpot!
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She’s genuine, kind and uplifting. My engaged friends want to also hire Kate after seeing her perfect our ceremony!
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Kate also worked behind the scenes helping me with my intense fear of public speaking! On the day I ended up feeling so comfortable up there.
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We will be forever grateful to you Kate, thank you 💒 🙏
~ Chloe + Jason xx
Back at one of my favourite venues, with another gorgeous couple and some truly amazing vendors!
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Mr + Mrs Williams, your day was simply magical, and I adored being a part of it! 🤍
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Kate was the first celebrant we met with, and we knew instantly she was the one to marry us. Her professionalism, passion, warmth and kindness made us feel so comfortable and we instantly felt like we were catching up with a friend.
Our favourite part of our wedding day was our ceremony, and it is a big thank you to Kate. It was such a special and memorable experience. Kate told our story so well, with some laughs, some tears and you could feel the love in the room. Kate made us feel at ease and calmed our nerves so much on the day. In the lead up Kate was the perfect support for writing our vows.
Knowing Kate is with you every step of the way with invaluable support, guidance, communication and detail proves she is a true expert in her field!
We cannot recommend Kate enough, wish we could do it all again! Thank you for sharing the day with us!
love G & C x
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March has been a whirlwind of magic and crazy, and now I get to finish it off by celebrating another year earthside and marrying my cousin and his soulmate on Saturday.
Starting off my birthday celebrations early today with a blissful 5-hour day spa package followed by drinks and dinner with loved ones.
Can’t wait to dance and party with my super fun extended family this weekend!
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From grand celebrations to cozy gatherings, I adore witnessing couples embrace their unique journey and create the wedding day that reflects their true selves.
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Coco and Ryan’s intimate ceremony was perfect in every way, stunning in fact!
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Ellie and James’ wedding day was a true reflection of their love, surrounded by the people who mean the most to them, including Ellie’s 99-year-old grandmother, Betty.
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I had the pleasure of chatting with Betty pre-ceremony, where she told me she played tennis until the age of 85—what an absolute star!
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Ellie and James, thank you for letting me be part of your beautiful day 🤍
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Lotti + VJ 💕
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From the weather to the styling, and every vendor and guest in between, their day was pure perfection.
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Lotti + VJ, thank you both for being such a dream to work with, and for my cuddles with adorable Charlie!
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You guys are simply the best!
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Bijan + Rachel 💕Photography: @chloemay.studio Videography: @iconicpicturesmelbourne ✨
Mr + Mrs Clemenger 💕 Georgie and Charlie's wedding day was a stylish affair radiating pure elegance and charm. The ceremony captured their kindness, warmth, and humour, with many laughs shared and tears shed, all surrounded and embraced with love from their family and friends! Thank you, Georgie and Charlie, adore you both, and so grateful I was the lucky one to share your love story. Georgie + Charlie’s Team ✨ Photographer: @Leileiclavey Venue: @Thetrust_melbourne Wedding Planner: @The.Goodsmiths Celebrant: @Kateadkinscelebrant Florist: @The_petalproject Dress Designer: @Erikageorg_ Bride's Shoes: @Scanlantheodore Suit Designer: @Pjohnsontailors Videographer: @Josuefilms Dj: @Billy_sun_ Live Music: @Stringspace Bride Second Dress: @Erikageorg_ Calligraphy: @Calligraphyenvogue Bride Earrings: @natashaschweitzer Bridesmaid earrings @annarossijewellery Bride makeup: @jade_kmakeup Bridesmaids makeup: @louisejeanmakeup Bride hairstylist: @oscarandcoelho Bridesmaid hairstylist: @bonbonhairguru
Mr + Mrs Massie 💕 Jess and Ali’s hearts forever entwined with the picturesque charm of Bright, a place where Jess’ family has shared over 30 years of unforgettable family holidays. The peace, open spaces, and magical mountains provided the perfect backdrop for their love story. Family and friends had travelled from around the world to celebrate this kind, fun and adventurous couple. Thank you, Jess and Ali, for trusting me as your celebrant and MC, it was such a special day to be part of! 😘 Photography: @kam_eraa ✨
Whether you walk down the aisle with your dad, mum, both parents, a loved one, together, or solo, it’s one of my favourite moments. Remember, there are no rules when it comes to your wedding. Do what feels right for you, not just in this moment, but in every step of your journey to forever.
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ITALY JULY 2024 I am very excited to announce Kate Adkins Celebrant is going on tour! Italy is a truly magical place which is why so many couples are choosing this picturesque and romantic country for the wedding of their dreams! My vibe is warm and heartfelt, sprinkled with the right amount of fun and romance – the PERFECT blend for your European Wedding! Enquiries are now open, so please contact me to discuss the different options available and the type of ceremony packages I am offering. Italy Images @clairedavie ✨ Video @clairderwortphotography ✨ Illustrations @pip.howard ✨
Em and Nick’s wedding was epic, a special day and journey I’ll always remember ✨ Thank you @onceandforallau for this beautiful little clip 😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We were lucky enough to have met Kate when she was running her events business (Events By Kate). Kate arranged the most amazing wedding for us in March 2020 which was sadly cancelled due to the pandemic. In addition to helping us plan wedding 2.0, our day was made all the more special when two years later she was able to be the official celebrant on our wedding day in February 2022. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Kate is the most genuine, kind and fun-loving person and her care and attention to detail made our day. She truly ensured the ceremony captured us as a couple. We can't recommend her highly enough. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you Kate x
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