Themis and Beth - Married at Terrigal NSW

"We were thrilled to have you as our celebrant. We had spoken to a few celebrants before we met you and all of them made us feel bad for not wanting a long theatrical ceremony - like we were ripping our guests off! You encouraged us to do things our own way and made us feel as comfortable and relaxed as possible."

Dale and Ronnie - Married at Brighton Beach VIC.

Dale and Ronnie had put off getting married for 14 years. Like many people, life and kids came along and marriage wasn't a priority. They decided to bite the bullet and get married. They wanted a simple, fuss free ceremony as soon as possible - only hiccup was that I'd be in Melbourne when that was possible. I wanted to help Dale and Ronnie to Get Just Married®, so they suggested meeting me in Melbourne. Too easy! They bought the kids away for a weekend holiday, had a brief legal ceremony at Brighton Bathing Boxes and I managed to get the St Kilda Football Team to turn up in Speedos at their nuptials! (That's how I recall it)

"Absolutely fantastic, everything we wanted, the footballers were a nice added bonus... Dale said if he knew it could be this easy he would have done it years ago!... Johanna, we couldn't have asked for more. We will never enjoy another wedding the same, in our opinion this is the way to go. Everyone was so happy for us and we never upset anyone and it was exactly how we wanted it. Thanks to you, Paul, Natalie and Graeme."

And a big Vows Now Congratulations to you too Dale & Ronnie!

Alan and Natalie - Married at Killcare NSW.

Nat & Alan chose Bells at Killcare for a simple, intimate elopement with Nat's parents as witnesses. It was an honour to be invited to celebrate such a special day with a lovely family in a glorious location.

"Thanks Johanna for being a part of our day. We appreciated your very prompt, professional, warm and genuine support leading up to the event, and your great sense of humour on the day. It was very important for us to choose a Celebrant who truly understood and celebrated our decision to elope in a quiet, personal and private manner and you were the perfect Celebrant for the job! Thanks also for colour co-ordinating your outfit on the day, we've had lots of positive comments about how great we all looked in purple! You have a FABULOUS smile!"

Congratulations Mr and Mrs R.!

Bob and Kathleen - Married in Vows Now Office Gosford NSW.

This won't be a wedding that I'll forget in a hurry! I shared my birthday with Kathleen and Bob's wedding day. Bob doesn't like fuss, so Kathleen organised their wedding to be a simple ceremony at the Vows Now office on their way to a relative's wedding. They kept their nuptials a secret and decided that if family conplained that they didn't get to celebrate with them they'd tell them "Yes you did! You just didn't know it!" We provided the witnesses and Kathleen's daughter was the gorgeous attendant for her Mum. Bob wore his best thongs for the day. I LOVE a comfy groom and boy does he have a happy bride.

"Johanna, everything was perfect, simple, professional and clear cut... just how we wanted it. Your help beforehand was great. Thank you again for all you did. I loved your office, it was a great place to get married and a great backdrop for pictures. And thank you for the champagne. Bob doesn't drink, so I had it all for lunch with my fish and chips."

Congratulations Mr and Mrs K. and thanks for my surprise birthday present

Tina and Antony - Married at their home Central Coast NSW.

Tina and Antony married on their back veranda with just a handful of guests. It was an honour to be asked to marry them in their own home, not only were the bride and groom more relaxed in familiar surrounds, it provided a gorgeous backdrop with Antony's special home-grown roses decorating the bridal party.

"Both being second time 'round, we loved it for the simplicity and friendly atmosphere. Without all the fan-fare it was a much more sincere and heartfelt ceremony. Thanks. As far as your contribution, you were just what we needed. Genuine, easy going and still business-like. Well done." Mr W. and Mrs R.

Kryssie and Jason - Married at Penrith NSW.

Kryssie and Jason wanted to get married, but they didn't want any of the guests at Jason's 40th Birthday Party to know. Enter Johanna of Vows Now dressed as the "Cake Delivery Lady" who accidentally delivered a wedding cake! Rather than embarrass the cake lady or create a fuss, Jason asked Kryssie if she'd like to get married? Boy did she ever! Lucky for them the cake lady was also a Celebrant. You should have seen the look on the faces of the wedding guests. Have a look in the photo and you'll note Jason's Mum on the left.. after the ceremony she told me that she didn't have a clue what was going on. She loved the surprise! (Phew!) You can watch a video and read more about Jason & Krystina's wedding here

"A great day was had by all thanks to Johanna. She goes above and beyond all expectations. Everyone who attended really enjoyed the ceremony & the 'surprise'. We definitely recommend using Johanna Hayes to anyone who is thinking about getting married" Mr & Mrs M.

Cindy and Richard - Married at Gosford NSW.

Cindy & Richard wanted a quiet wedding with a memorable date. They chose to Get Just Married® on New Years Eve. No fuss, kids at their feet; Mum and Dad became Husband and Wife in a short legal ceremony. In a special romantic touch, Cindy and Richard bought each other's wedding rings in secret. As they exchanged rings it was the first time either had seen their new wedding band.

"Thank you Johanna - It was perfect! :-D"

 Georgina and Mo - Commitment Ceremony, The Entrance Beach NSW.

“What is there to say apart from thank you? The service was one of a genuine nature. Even exchanging thoughts and ideas with Johanna over the internet created a feeling of fun and laughter. During these exchanges it felt as if we were talking to a friend instead of an official. Never did it feel like you were 'just doing your job' the day was as planned - just a group of friends celebrating the love and commitment Mo and I have for one another. Our friends were more than impressed with your genuine happiness for us both. When our Government finally sees the reality of two souls being joined together as one in marriage doesn't mean male and female only, we would love nothing more than for you to officiate our further declaration of love for one another through the bond of legalised marriage. With heartfelt thanks George & Mo“

Congratulations Mrs G and Mrs M!

Images above are courtesy of Precious Memories Photography www.preciousmemories.com.au

 Corinna and Jeremy - Married at Tulloch Wines,Pokolbin, Hunter Valley NSW.

“A truly perfect day from start to end! We didn’t realise that getting married could be so relaxed and so much fun until we met Johanna. We desperately wanted to avoid the fuss, stress and traditions that are presumed a given. We were blessed with so much positive energy, laughter and smiles which Johanna was supplying in bucket loads and carried us on a wave of joy. There were some early pre-wedding nerves, but when Johanna arrived, we felt like our best friend had arrived, a sentiment which was also shared by our guests. We would highly recommend Johanna and the “get just married” approach to any couple considering tying the knot. Don’t stress, be blessed, on the day you marry your best friend. Thank you Johanna “   

Congratulations Mr and Mrs H!

Images above are courtesy of Precious Memories Photography www.preciousmemories.com.au

 Sam and Coby - Married at Point Frederick, Central Coast.

"Thank you very much for all you did for us, you really helped us to make the day we had wished for. In our opinion you went above and beyond and we really appreciate it." 

Congratulations Mr and Mrs H!

Richard and Anatta, Married at East Gosford, NSW

"Excellent service delivered with thought and care. We will remember forever!
Thank you to Johanna" Congratulations Mr and Mrs W!  

Adam and Anne, Married at East Gosford, Central Coast NSW

"Thanks for making our wedding both easy and special. We sincerely appreciate your kind and competent manner Thanks for everything. It was a pretty busy period for us and you made the ceremonial part less stressful and more enjoyable than it could easily have been. Thanks also for the album and champagne and for providing an amiable atmosphere leading up to and on the day."

Congratulations A & A!

Daran and Trinity, Married at Point Frederick, Central Coast NSW

"In a private ceremony for just the two of us and a handful of witnesses, Trinity and Myself tied the knot on Monday 8th of June. The weather did us a favour and the rain stayed away from the cemetary at Point Frederick long enough for the celebrant, Jo from Vows Now, to ask if we did. Needless to say we did. We then threw cost to the wind and had lunch at Iguana Joes (the only place open on the Queens Birthday) at my friend Karl’s expense. Following that we did what any newly married couple would do... Got matching tattoos!"

Congratulations Mr and Mrs P!

Emma and Simon, Married at East Gosford, NSW Central Coast

Wedding ceremonies don't get more relaxed than Emma and Simon's. Keen to avoid fuss, they opted to exchange vows on the Jetty at my home. We all wore jeans for their simple, casual ceremony. It was great!

Congratulations Mr and Mrs S.!

"Our wedding ceremony was exactly what we wanted - short, simple and to the point. In a very casual and relaxed atmosphere we became husband and wife with the minimum of fuss, flounces and frills! Johanna provided us with an idyllic location, fantastic witnesses and ensured any pre-wedding nerves were quickly eased. Our wedding couldn't have been more perfect." Simon & Emma S.

 Emily and Trent - Married at Dover Heights, Sydney.

What a gorgeous couple! Emily and Trent secretly eloped. No one knew of their wedding except their good friends Marc and Amy who kept their secret and witnessed their Marriage.

Congratulations Mr and Mrs A.!

Their really casual, relaxed ceremony took place in the Dudley Page Reserve. Trent kissed his bride,and the best man was heard to say "Wow! That's the best wedding I've ever been to!"