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The short answer is: No—you don’t have to exchange personalised or romantic vows on your wedding day, unless you want to.
As a celebrant, I often meet couples who feel uncertain about this part of the ceremony. Some love the idea of writing their own vows, while others feel shy, overwhelmed, or unsure what to say.
The truth is: what you say to each other should feel right for you.
Let’s break it down.
Every couple getting married in Australia must say a legally required sentence during the ceremony. One of the most commonly used versions is:
“I call upon the persons here present to witness that I, [Name], take you, [Name], to be my lawful wedded wife/husband/spouse.”
This sentence—or a legally approved variation—must be spoken aloud by both parties to make the marriage legally binding.
💬 There are a few acceptable variations of this legal vow wording, and I’ll happily go through all the options with you when we meet—so you can choose the version that feels most natural to you.
This is the only part of your vows that’s required by law. So if you're feeling nervous about public speaking or want to keep things simple, that’s absolutely okay.
Exchanging your own vows is a beautiful way to:
But it’s not something you have to do.
You can choose to:
Whatever you decide, I’ll work with you to make sure your ceremony feels authentic, comfortable, and true to your style as a couple.
There’s no rule that says you must exchange romantic or custom-written vows to be truly married. You get to decide how you want to mark this moment—whether it’s quiet and private, heartfelt and expressive, or full of laughter and personality.
If you’re feeling unsure about the vows or want to explore your options, I’d love to chat and help you craft a ceremony that feels just right for you.
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One of the great things about getting married in Australia is how flexible it can be. You’re not limited to a courthouse or a traditional venue—you’ve got options. Lots of them!
But couples often ask: “Are there any legal limits on where we can get married?” Let’s clear that up together.
在澳大利亚结婚的一个很大优势是——选择非常灵活。你并不局限于法院或传统场地，你可以选择很多特别又有意义的地方。
那新人们常问的一个问题是：“结婚有没有场地方面的法律限制？” 我来为你解答！
Not all wedding ceremonies are created equal—some are legal, and some are symbolic. So, what’s the difference? And how do you know which one is right for you?
并不是所有婚礼都具有法律效力——有些是法律婚礼，有些则是象征性的仪式婚礼。那么它们之间到底有什么不同？你又该如何选择最适合你们的方式呢？
It’s one of the most common questions couples ask me—“Do we really need to do a rehearsal?”
The short answer is: you don’t have to, but it can make a huge difference—especially if you’re the type of person who likes to feel prepared, calm, and confident walking into your big day.
很多新人都会问我：“我们真的需要彩排吗？”
简单来说：不是必须的，但如果你希望在婚礼当天能够从容自如、心里有底，那彩排婚礼绝对是值得考虑的一项服务。
