Your wedding, my passion.
If you're here, you're obviously looking for a Marriage Celebrant because you're engaged.
CONGRATULATIONS on getting engaged!
My name is Pat Coelho. I'm a young, fun and upbeat & Schitt's Creek obsessed Canberra Marriage Celebrant. I am a husband, a dog dad, and an all-round fun time! My friends describe me as fun, funny and unique. Delivering fun and memorable wedding ceremonies is something I am truly passionate about. All of my couples are unique in every way and very special to me.
By booking me, you get me exclusively for the whole day, as I don’t take multiple bookings on the same day. This way if you’re running late or just decide you need more time to relax, I’m happy to wait and work around you.
Essentially, you get my 100% attention on your wedding day. I endeavour to make your wedding as special and as unique to you and your partner as possible and as your Marriage Celebrant, I do what you say (not the other way round). I will walk you through (step by step) everything you need to do to get married, this way you don’t have to worry about a thing!
... And yes, the jump is mandatory.
"In case you didn't know, I'm wildly popular. Some might even venture to call me beloved" - David Rose.
G'day, Mate!
I believe that every love story is unique and deserves to be celebrated in a way that reflects that. That's why I work closely with you to create a ceremony that is as special and one-of-a-kind as your love.
With 5 years and 280+ weddings worth of experience, I have the expertise and knowledge to guide you through the entire process, from choosing the perfect location to writing your vows. I am dedicated to making your day as stress-free and memorable as possible.
From the moment you say "I do" to your first dance as a married couple, every moment of your special day should be unforgettable. I make sure that every detail is taken care of, so you can focus on making memories that will last a lifetime.
Here's the 4-1-1 on how to get started
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Slide into my DM's: the first step is to get in touch with a bit about you and your chosen date. If I’m available, the three of us arrange to meet in person to discuss your special day and more importantly, see if I’m the right fit for you!
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This is the fun bit... This is where all our teamwork comes into play and we get to bring your ceremony to life & get you married! I will arrive super early to your ceremony and work out my game plan, so all you have to do is show up and say "I do!"
2
We've discussed and we want you! - Yep, I totally get that, hahaha! If you decide to go with me, the next step is for you to complete a questionnaire, which will allow me to take care of all of the formalities. You'll need to sign a few documents, I’ll complete a few checks, but otherwise this part is the boring part.
5
Within 24 - 48 hours, I submit your documentation to births, deaths and marriages (BDM) to have your marriage registered.
3
Next, the three of us will catch up again to smash out the legal stuff and have an in-depth discussion about your special day. Plus, having a cheeky beveragino in the process wouldn't go a miss.
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BDM advise me that your marriage has been registered, which I then forward this notification to you and I advise you how you can apply for your legal marriage certificate, which is posted to you in the mail (welcome to 2024!) THAT'S IT! How easy is that!
