I’m Orna Binder, a fully authorised civil marriage celebrant and experienced Sydney wedding celebrant. Since 2006, I’ve had the privilege of marrying more than 1,000 couples across Sydney and NSW, from intimate elopements and garden ceremonies to larger weddings with family and friends.
I’ll guide you through the legal requirements, paperwork and ceremony planning, while creating a personalised wedding ceremony that reflects your relationship and feels completely yours.
Whether you’re planning a legal-only marriage, an intimate wedding, a small celebration or a larger wedding at your chosen venue, I’ll be there to guide you from the initial paperwork through to your wedding day.
A Wedding Ceremony That Feels Like You
Your ceremony is more than the legal part of getting married. It is the moment your relationship, your story and your commitment come together in front of the people who matter most.
I take the time to get to know each couple and write your ceremony specifically for you — with your stories, personalities, vows, readings, music, traditions or other meaningful elements.
There are no generic templates or recycled scripts. Your ceremony can be romantic, relaxed, funny, elegant, emotional or a combination of all of these. The important thing is that it feels natural and genuinely reflects the two of you.
Why Couples Choose Me as Their Sydney Wedding Celebrant
- 20+ years of experience and more than 1,000 weddings since 2006
- Fully authorised civil marriage celebrant under Australian marriage law
- Personalised ceremonies written around your relationship and your story
- All legal paperwork handled — NOIM lodgement, registration, and compliance, so you don’t have to think about it
- Unlimited contact throughout your wedding planning
- Professional PA and Bluetooth equipment for your ceremony
- Seven-day service across Sydney and surrounding NSW
- A calm, experienced presence on your wedding day
My role is to make the journey to your wedding day feel clear and manageable, while creating a ceremony that is personal and meaningful.
Wedding Ceremonies Across Sydney and NSW
I conduct personalised wedding ceremonies throughout Sydney and surrounding areas of NSW.
Depending on the package you choose, your ceremony can take place at your chosen venue or suitable location, or you can choose one of my simpler wedding options.
Couples choose everything from private homes and gardens to beaches, parks, chapels, restaurants and dedicated wedding venues.
Wedding Options
Whether you want something very simple or a more traditional wedding celebration, I offer options to suit different wedding styles and budgets.
Legal-Only Marriage — $490
A simple legal marriage ceremony at my private garden in Sydney for the couple and two witnesses.
Small Garden Wedding — $550
A personalised garden ceremony at my private garden for up to 20 guests, weather permitting.
Monday–Wednesday Wedding — $750
A personalised wedding ceremony at your chosen venue or suitable location.
Thursday–Sunday Wedding — $850
A personalised wedding ceremony at your chosen venue or suitable location.
All couples receive guidance with the legal requirements and marriage paperwork, together with personalised ceremony planning.
How I Guide You Through the Process
1. Initial Meeting
We meet in person or online to discuss your vision, story, and ceremony style.
2. Legal Paperwork & Planning
All legal requirements are explained and managed, including the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM).
3. Ceremony Creation
Your ceremony is written specifically for you — personal, relaxed, and meaningful.
4. Preparation & Support
You receive guidance, optional rehearsal support, and full preparation so you feel confident.
5. Wedding Day Delivery
A calm, professional ceremony delivered with warmth and clarity.
A Sydney Marriage Celebrant You Can Rely On
Choosing your celebrant is about more than finding someone who can legally marry you. You are choosing the person who will guide you through an important part of your wedding journey and stand beside you as you make your vows.
With more than 20 years of experience and over 1,000 weddings since 2006, I understand that every couple is different.
My approach is personal, organised and calm. I’ll answer your questions, guide you through the legal process and create a ceremony that feels like yours.
Other Ceremonies I Officiate
While weddings are my speciality, I also conduct a range of other meaningful ceremonies, including commitment ceremonies, vow renewals and naming ceremonies.
Whether you’re celebrating a marriage, renewing your vows or marking another important milestone, I’ll create a personal ceremony that reflects you and the occasion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a wedding celebrant do?
A wedding celebrant conducts your marriage ceremony, takes care of the required legal formalities and guides you through the legal paperwork and ceremony planning.
Are you an authorised marriage celebrant?
Yes. I am a fully authorised civil marriage celebrant and have been conducting weddings across Sydney and NSW since 2006.
How much does a wedding celebrant cost in Sydney?
My wedding celebrant packages start at $490 for a legal-only marriage at my private garden in Sydney. Other packages range from $550 to $850 depending on the type of ceremony, location, guest numbers and day of the week.
Can you help with the Notice of Intended Marriage?
Yes. I guide couples through the NOIM, identification requirements and other legal requirements and help make the paperwork clear and straightforward.
Can we personalise our wedding ceremony?
Absolutely. I create each ceremony specifically for the couple and can include personal vows, stories, readings, music, rituals, cultural traditions and other meaningful elements.
Where do you conduct wedding ceremonies?
I conduct weddings throughout Sydney and surrounding areas of NSW. Depending on the package, your ceremony can be held at your chosen venue or suitable location.
Do you offer legal-only marriages?
Yes. My $490 legal-only marriage is a simple ceremony at my private garden in Sydney for the couple and two witnesses.
Do you offer weekday weddings?
Yes. My Monday–Wednesday wedding package is $750 and can be held at your chosen venue or suitable location.
Loved by Couples Across Sydney and NSW
“Warm, patient, and incredibly professional. Orna made us feel calm and confident from start to finish.”
— Cameron & Mason“It was a true blessing for us to have found Orna!
From the initial phone call, Orna was very approachable, understanding, knowledgeable, well-communicating, and of course, supportive. She provided guidance in a timely manner, regardless of regular business hours.
We are forever grateful for Orna’s expertise and service. Orna made the whole process so easy, and her warm and welcoming personality has left a true mark in our hearts. Thank you so much Orna.” Eunice & Mehi
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