Monique Duggan

Congratulations! You’re celebrating and you deserve to find a celebrant who is as ENTHUSIASTIC about your big day as you are.

CIVIL CELEBRANT

about

Passionate, energetic, friendly, experienced and professional: a Marriage Celebrant with a modern and fun approach to planning your personalised ceremony. My name is Monique Duggan and I have been a Civil Celebrant since 2006. In that time I have performed hundreds of ceremonies, though never more than one on the same day. This means that I have the depth of experience to ensure the highest possible standards of celebrancy, as well as the time to provide you a truly personalised service. I hold a Diploma in Marriage Celebrancy from the Australian College of Celebrancy and a Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management & Tourism from Victoria University. Prior to becoming a celebrant I was involved in Hospitality as well as Wedding, Events and Conference Management. On a personal note, I have an amazing husband and two gorgeous daughters and love travelling, entertaining and going to great restaurants.

Passionate
Energetic
FRIENDLY
professional

HAPPY TIMES

Sarah & Will New Monique 2015 Kate & Chris Bettina & Chris Camille & Luke Julia & Nathan Photo Louisa Bailey Clea & Andrew Vows Photo James Grant Amy & Gavin

Weddings

with Melbourne's most recommended celebrant

Finding a celebrant who you can relate to and feel comfortable with will make planning your ceremony far more enjoyable and ensure that the wording and style of your ceremony truly reflects your relationship.

As one of Melbourne’s most recommended celebrants at many of Melbourne’s leading venue including Carousel, Harbour Room, Aerial, Gardens House, Rippon Lea Estate, Melbourne Museum, Stones of the Yarra Valley, Riva, Brighton Baths, Werribee Mansion and the Melbourne Supper Club as well as many other venues around Melbourne, the Yarra Valley and the Mornington Peninsula, I have had the privilege of working with many couples and can honestly say that each couple is unique. Everyone wants their day to be original and memorable and I know just how we can achieve this together.

My experience, along with my background in Conference Management and Hotel Sales & Marketing, have given me a great appreciation of just what is required to make your day perfect. My organization and communication skills enable me to eliminate the common ceremony stresses, ensuring that you are free to simply relax and enjoy your celebration.

I really enjoy sharing a few laughs (or tears) with couples. Hearing about how you met, and your story. I am an extremely good listener and enjoy creating a personalized ceremony that reflects your story, your relationship, your family and friends and your lifestyle.

I look forward to hearing from you. 0403 207 341

My Personalised Wedding Ceremony Package

for your perfect day

Consultation

Initial complimentary consultation to see if my personality and ideas are what you are looking for. Subsequent consultation to complete the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) and to continue working through ideas and suggestions for the wording of your perfect ceremony. Unlimited communication by phone or email. Access to my extensive range of readings, literature and ideas.

Preparation

Preparation of a truly unique and original ceremony that is reflective of your commitment and personalities. Preparation of all legal documentation throughout the process including lodging your certificates with the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages. A fully choreographed Wedding Rehearsal, preferably onsite – bring your heels!

The BIG DAY

Attendance at the ceremony at least ½ hour prior to the commencement time. Dressing to suit the style and colour-scheme of your Wedding Party. Access to my state-of-the-art MiPro Sound System, with built in microphones and iPod Connection. My assurance that I will deliver your ceremony in a meaningful, personalised and professional manner befitting the occasion.

Red Tape

Please note that your Notice of Intended Marriage Form must be lodged within 18 months and not less than one calendar month from the date of your marriage. For this form I must sight your original birth certificate or birth extract or passport as well as photo identification. (If you were born overseas, an overseas passport is acceptable.) If you have been divorced or widowed, a divorce certificate or death certificate is also required.