Say I do in a way that feels like the two of you.

With a wedding celebrant who brings the magic so you can relax and enjoy every moment.

Marriage Celebrant Byron Bay

Hi, I’m Rach, a Ballina-based wedding celebrant who brings the magic.

And when I say magic, I mean the kind of ceremony that gives everyone goosebumps because it just feels right.

Whether you know exactly what you want or have no idea where to start, I’m here to help make your day ‘you’. You’ll get my full support in planning your ceremony and making it exactly the way you want it. 

By saying “I do” to me (yes, I totally went there), you’ll get an experienced event manager on your side and a whole lot of advice and resources so you feel completely confident about what to say and do, when and how. The result? Looking back on your day and remembering how perfect it was.

Your day goes so fast (everyone says it because it’s true!). That’s why I make it easy for you by taking care of all the details – so you can be present, relax and soak in the love.

Let’s make magic.

Your Wedding Day is a Big Deal

Wedding planning overload? I get it.

Who’s invited? Where will it be? What will we say? And wait... we have to get up in front of everyone and share our feelings? (Cue the nerves!)

Alright, pause. Take a deep breath.

Now, imagine a ceremony that’s effortless and unforgettable—the kind where you soak in every smile, every laugh, every joyful tear.

Lovely words from happy couples

What ‘I Do’

 

Wedding Packages

Do it your way with your choice of a fully customised wedding ceremony, renewing your vows, getting married without the fuss or eloping (oo la la!)

MC Services

Let your guests relax, and leave the details to me! As your MC, I’ll keep the energy just right and your night running smoothly, from the big moments to the little ones. No nerves, no worries—just a seamless celebration you’ll remember forever.

 

Guess what? When you choose me as your marriage celebrant, you get access to my couples only log in section on my website. It’s a treasure trove of resources including:

✔ A list of Rockstar Vendors - amazing vendors that I have worked with and wholeheartedly recommend

✔ A killer list of song suggestions for your ceremony that you won’t find anywhere on google

✔ Access to my video series where I talk you through step-by-step writing your own vows

And much, much more!

Ready to make your ceremony magic?

Where ‘I do’ It

I love what I do and I love where I live. And I think the Northern Rivers is the best place in the world to get married. I marry people from the Gold Coast to Yamba and everywhere in between. We have it all - beautiful beaches, amazing countryside, stunning forests and exceptional properties. Areas include:

‣ Byron Bay

‣ Ballina

‣ The Gold Coast

‣ Kingscliff

‣ Tweed Heads

‣ Yamba

‣ Lismore

How “I do” it

Wondering how working with your friendly magic-making marriage celebrant works? This is for you:

 

Step 1: Let’s chat

You want to find out if I’m your gal and you probably have questions about me and how it works. So let’s start with a chat.

Step 2: Let’s make it formal

When you’ve decided I’m your gal, you’ll accept the quote and sign the contract in my handy booking system. A $300 booking fee confirms your slot in my calendar.

You’ll then receive access to the exclusive log in section of my website, a treasure trove of resources to help you feel as prepared and relaxed as possible for your ceremony.

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Step 3: Let’s plan your ceremony

We’ll meet at a convenient time, either in person or on a video call, to start planning your ceremony. We’ll get the legal stuff sorted when we sign your Notice of Intended Marriage and sighting your ID

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Step 4: Let’s do this!

We’ll connect in the lead up to your wedding day, whether it be by phone, video or in person and run through exactly what happens on the day. And then it happens – YOUR WEDDING DAY (!). On the day, I make sure everything is ready to roll including your paperwork and cards with your vows ready to read and work with your other wedding vendors to make sure everything runs smoothly.

Step 5: Let’s make it official

After your wedding, I take care of registering your marriage and I will order your legal marriage certificate for you (heads up: you’ll need that to change your name/s).

 
 

 Some beautiful humans I’ve had the absolute privilege to marry

 

Jem & Ness

Gemma & Jacob

Rhiannon & Harvey

 

Your perfect ceremony starts here

With a chat. Simple, right? Because creating the perfect ceremony and enjoying your day should be easy from Step 1!

In the spirit of reconciliation, Rachel Bracken Celebrant acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia, and their connections to land, sea and community. As one of the oldest living cultures on earth, we celebrate their age-old connections to Country along with the knowledge, determination, patience and generosity of all First Nations people. Past, present and future, this is Aboriginal land.

Rachel Bracken Celebrant is an inclusive business with a commitment to diversity. We embrace all cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing experience for all couples.