Francine O'Brien Marriage Celebrant

25/01/2024

05/06/2023

Heather and Yvette let love win and were married in a private ceremony in a pretty bushland setting last July. Then last month, family and friends gathered at Pokolbin and celebrated with high tea and champagne as these gorgeous ladies renewed their very special vows. Another celebration will be held in Queensland for interstate relatives later this year. My gorgeous granddaughter / roadie helped the girls with their setting up. Thank you Heather and Yvette for asking me to be your celebrant. It has been a pleasure getting to know you. Best wishes and happiness always.

23/05/2023

Kristie and Lee tied the knot with a Celtic handfasting at the beautiful avenue of trees at Valhalla Restaurant Bar in April. Their children all looking smart, joined in a sand ceremony and celebrated with family and friends. Thanks Kristie and Lee for asking me to be your celebrant.

18/05/2023

My beautiful roadie helping out with orange juice for the guests at a wedding recently- thanks Maddi.

18/05/2023

Love and legals ceremony overlooking Newcastle harbour.

06/05/2023

Thanks Ashley and Josh for asking me to do yet another naming celebration for Emerson and Tyrone. Over the years I have done namings for their other two boys - Loghan and Aiden so it was a privilege to complete the circle. Godparents were appointed and sand blendings symbolised the forever connection between the boys and their Godparents. A picnic with a celebration cake for family and friends created a great memory.

14/04/2023

Guests of Tegan and Ross were invited to celebrate their marriage recently. However what didn’t know was that they were there to witness the actual marriage ceremony. We dodged the storms and golfers for a perfect surprise. Their children joined us to sign a special family celebration certificate. Thanks guys for asking me to be part of your wonderful day.

27/03/2023

Loads of laughter at the surprise wedding for Shaun and Jayde Benge at Norah Head in February. Whilst they surprised their guests to witness their marriage ceremony, Jayde also had her own surprise when her brother walked down the aisle in his beautiful black wedding dress, veil and of course his best thongs. After a roar of laughter, pretty Jayde walked down the aisle to say I do and start this new adventure with Shaun. Peyton received a beautiful gift from Shaun to remember their special day as well as signing a special celebration certificate. Congratulations to this loving family. I wish you so much happiness. Thanks for asking me to be your celebrant.

28/02/2023

The stars and moon sparked the magic of love for Megan and Robert whilst fishing in Newcastle Harbour. So what better place to say I Do in a very intimate love and legals ceremony last Friday. Great to catch up with one of my previous brides - Alex- who witnessed this marriage. Congrats to you Megan and Robert - stay wonderfully happy and keep smiling.

25/02/2023

A little over 4 years since I had the pleasure of being the celebrant for Renee and Shane. An honour to be asked to be with their family again on Saturday to lead a naming ceremony for young Ronnie and Polly. Their Godparents were appointed and sealed their commitment with a sand ceremony and read loving dedications to each child. Magical adventures ahead for both Polly and Ronnie.

24/01/2023

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31/12/2022

My last wedding ceremony for 2022 was another love and legals for R and L on 23rd December. Kau Ma park was chosen with extensive views over the wetlands. After several delays and a long wait, their wedding finally went ahead with smiles and tears of joy. I wish the couple much happiness.

29/12/2022

They do, they did, they eloped!!! Al and James surprised their family and chose my little love and legals ceremony with the beautiful ritual of handfasting for their marriage last week at Jesmond Park. My roadie Maddi was ready with the elopement sign for a fun photo . Thanks for taking the photos Maddi . Congrats Al and James and thanks for asking me to be your celebrant.

21/12/2022

My beautiful granddaughter- Maddi- once again did a great job as my roadie at Peterson Champagne House for Anita and Andrew’s wedding. Maddi stepped up and assisted the wedding co-ordinators, filling the confetti cones with pink blush light fluffy confetti . The confetti toss was magnificent - the best I have ever seen. Maddi had a great view of the toss and her wonderful work, watching from the gallery. 2 more weddings this year where I hope Maddi can assist again.Maddie Keenanobrien

17/12/2022

The charming Abermain Hotel hosted a great wedding reception for Tayla and Mitchell. They chose a short ceremony - my love and legals - full of love, laughter and smiles. It has been a pleasure to be your celebrant. Keep those beautiful smiles.

11/12/2022

These fantastic photos taken by the very talented Krystal McKinley from Life Chapters Photography show the love and happiness of Kyle and Boorer. Somehow after a shaky start to the day with a trip to hospital in an ambulance for one of their little children, then the vendors supplying the wedding ceremony furniture being a no show, they still managed to have their special day and and love won. It was a pleasure to be your celebrant - thank you. Keep smiling.

25/11/2022

Willow’s first birthday became a super celebration with her Godparents being appointed at her naming ceremony. What better way to keep the celebrations going with her parents - Belinda and Steve - saying ‘I do’ and sealing their love in marriage. Love being involved in surprises and such happy days. Thanks for asking me to be your celebrant. Happy life adventures little Willow and heaps of love and laughter for your mummy and daddy.

20/11/2022

They did it - yes Alexandra and Evan said I Do with their family and fur baby there to celebrate their love at Pelaw Main. So beautiful to be with them and feel the love. Congratulations and thank you for asking me to be your celebrant. Photos by my gorgeous roadie Maddi https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070234356032

12/11/2022

It was all about love love love for Rachael and Christopher when they shared beautiful vows at H Boutique Hotel, Hunter Valley. The happy bride and groom gave their children keepsake neck chains. Emotional words from the children had everyone in tears including the photographer and the celebrant! Thanks for asking me to be your celebrant. Stay very happy Chris and Rachael.

05/11/2022

Fort Scratchley turned on brilliant late afternoon weather for the wedding of Tracey and Craig More last month. It was smiles and bubbly laughter from this happy bride and groom. Love it when the referral comes from another lovely couple - Liz and Wayne- thanks. Event planning by Wild Rose Events. Professional photos (not these happy snaps) by the talented Thierry Boudan Photography. Thanks Tracey and Craig for the privilege to be your celebrant

30/10/2022

A naming ceremony was planned for baby Tori on her first birthday. However covid restrictions prevented celebrating on her first birthday and again on her second birthday. Finally family and friends gathered to witness her naming ceremony and the appointment of her Godparents on her third birthday. Everyone participated in a sand ceremony and big brother Lennox, read his personal promises to his little sister. Thanks to my roadie - Maddi- for taking the photos.

10/10/2022

Great views from Noah's on the beach for Sarah and Daniel's recent wedding. Family zoomed in from England, all dressed to impress, at 6am their time to be part of the ceremony and later the reception and speeches. Thanks Sarah and Daniel for asking me to be your celebrant - it has been such a pleasure

01/10/2022

A very Celtic ceremony and reception for Bri and Alex recently at Riverwood Downs. A candle was lit to remember Bri's dad and the family were all involved in a handfasting. The literally 'tied' the knot using ties. A moment of shock turned into loads of laughter when it was discovered the cords had been left behind. Within seconds, the gentlemen jumped up and offered their own ties, including a clan tartan tie. The bride and groom looked stunning and both the ceremony and reception were full of romance. I have loved being involved with this epic ceremony and thank both Alex and Bri for asking me to be their celebrant. These fantastic photos are by Bryce Noone Photography.

28/09/2022

What better way to celebrate exactly 9 years of being a couple, than to say 'I DO' with your loved ones surrounding you. Mel and Brett Green celebrated their special day at Salt Ash on the 17th September. Best wishes to the whole family and thank you for asking me to be your celebrant.

24/08/2022

Gotta love a bride in black!! Very special indeed to be asked by Chris and Amber to be their celebrant recently. Their beautiful ceremony was held in their new home with their handsome little son Kruz, and their closest family and friends attending. Professional photos by the talented Luke Kisielewicz Photography. Truly heart warming that you included me in your special day - thank you. Be happy.