Robyn Pattison Civil Marriage Celebrant

I'm Robyn Pattison, award winning marriage celebrant  and OMG Wedding MC in Sydney, NSW. Let's chat about your wedding day, and how I can help you make it gorgeous. I absolutely love my job - (it's a little like being a fairy godmother - but never, ever like a robot.) My ceremonies are always moment of light, happiness - and usually, laughter - but never cheesy, stiff or dull. They are absolutely unique to each couple - because every couple I meet is different. Personal and intimate, fresh and engaging, your wedding ceremony will be a real, living, breathing moment; about you, and for you, so that you, your family and your guests come away feeling like you have been part of something really special. My receptions are so carefully organised  - and managed - that all you'll see is the fun and the laughter - and lots of dancing. PS - Want to make the whole day easy and fun and fabulous? Talk to me about being your MC , too!  ( I'll even dance with your mum!) 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You really should. We all hope that your day is shiny and bright blue – but you never know…. It is worth spending a little extra, or making arrangements with your reception venue, for just in case. Your guests will not thank you for making them stand in the rain, unprotected. They won’t hear a word we say – they’ll be too busy thinking about getting wet. Besides, if you get your shoes wet and muddy, they’ll get ruined…. (and we hate that, don’t we?) [What about a rehearsal?](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/MarriageCelebrant/Sydney/RobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant/#ewfaq_2) Aaah! That one. Well, if you want one, or if it will make you feel more comfortable, of course we can do one. But if it’s not possible, or you don’t have to time, don’t worry, I will be there in plenty of time to sort everything and everyone out, before the ceremony. You never really needed one, anyway. I  even have an amazing rehearsal video. Ask me to send it to you. [How much time should we budget for the ceremony?](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/MarriageCelebrant/Sydney/RobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant/#ewfaq_3) I always ask that you budget about 45 minutes, from the time we first see a bridesmaid on her way down the aisle, through the ceremony, the kiss, the signing, the happy Mr & Mrs making their exit down the aisle – and into your big group photo with your guests, if you want one. Feeling rushed is never  a good thing. Most ceremonies will fit perfectly into that time frame – and it will go like lightning. [The bride is always late, isn't she?](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/MarriageCelebrant/Sydney/RobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant/#ewfaq_4) No - not anymore. Think of your guests. Treat them with respect. Think of your groom – he’s waiting for you. Think of your schedule for the day. You’ll probably run out of time for your photos, if you are late. If you are worried about guests arriving late, invite them for 15 minutes, before you plan to arrive. No more than 15 minutes. Being any later than 15 minutes is plain rude. [What if my parents don't speak English?](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/MarriageCelebrant/Sydney/RobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant/#ewfaq_5) No worries. More than half of my gorgeous couples are just like you. I have lots of lovely ideas to make your parents, guests and grandparents feel more welcome. I’ll practise just about any language you give me – so long as you give it to me in phonetics and coach me a little – I am getting pretty good – especially at Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese and Mandarin! I’ll do anything you like to help. [How do I change my name? Do I have to?](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/MarriageCelebrant/Sydney/RobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant/#ewfaq_6) You certainly don’t have to change your name. You don’t have to make the decision straight away. There’s no time limit on it. But, maybe you just can’t wait to be Mr and Mrs – but you have no idea how to change your name? I wish I could tell you that there was just one form to fill in, or that it miraculously changes as I register the marriage, but that’s not true. It’s a bit fiddly. Not difficult – but fiddly. To change your name legally, you will first need an official Marriage Certificate from Births Deaths and Marriages. This is not the certificate you signed on the day. This one comes later – directly from Births Deaths and Marriages. When you have the official certificate, you will need to change your name for all your legal identification. That means Medicare, passport, the ATO, services like RTA etc. I can give you the forms for these basic offices. You will have to fill them in, and go in, with your official certificate, tell them that you want to change your name, because you got married. The Australian Passport Office will reissue you a new passport – for name change once in a ten year period – for free - if you apply within 6 months of your marriage! When you have changed these basic legal identifies over, you can sign your new name on your legal documents. Don’t do that until you have. You can call yourself Mr & Mrs Brand New Name, as soon as you are married. Just don’t sign Brand New Name on anything legal, until you have made the legal changeover. PS Absolutely, positively, definitely don’t book your honeymoon tickets in your married surname. They won’t let you on the plane if the name on your passport is different to the name on your tickets! [What if we don't live in Sydney?](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/MarriageCelebrant/Sydney/RobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant/#ewfaq_7) Just because you aren’t in Sydney for all the preparations, doesn’t mean that your wedding can’t be fabulous! Eloping in Sydney is easy – and I  can make it amazing, beautiful, wonderful, romantic….. The world is much smaller than it used to be. There’s nothing we can’t do using email and facebook, facetime and Skype (but I think I’m better looking on facetime). Almost everything is the same. BUT you will need to fill in a form, called the Notice of Intent to Marry – and get your signatures witnessed in the Australian Embassy or Consulate, in the country you live in – and then scan it and send it to me. At least a month prior to the ceremony. You should also check to make sure that an Australian marriage is automatically valid in your country. If it isn’t, you will need to get an Apostille Stamp. Talk to your consulate about how to get one of those. Everything else can be done when you get here. It’s really, really easy. Even if it’s only a small wedding, it’s still your wedding, so we need to make sure it is absolutely right for you. Some of the most memorable ceremonies I have ever done have been under ten people. Ask me about my amazing secret ceremonies for elopers. So romantic – you will love it. I can help you with suggestions of where to hold the ceremony – and point you in the direction of all sorts of suppliers, who can also help if you need them. Go on!  Let's elope! Load more FAQs * * * Reviews 5.0 out of 5.0 257 reviews [Write a review](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/supplier/robynpattisoncivilmarriagecelebrant/ "Write a Review") 5 Stars 99% 4 Stars 1% 3 Stars 0% 2 Stars 0% 1 Stars 0% Review Summary This is an AI generated summary of this supplier's rating and feedback. Couples describe Robyn as more than a celebrant and MC—she feels like a trusted wedding partner who guides you from early planning to the last dance with warmth, energy, and calm. The experience is consistently described as organized and reassuring: clear steps, detailed explanations, and thoughtful tips; responsive communication; and a readiness to handle contingencies with grace. Her storytelling makes the ceremony genuinely personal and authentic, reflecting the couple’s culture and love story, while her presence lifts the reception and keeps everything running smoothly. Guests notice her engaging style and genuine care. In short, she brings joy, professionalism, and seamless execution—highly recommended for a memorable day. [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/1cb9e3b8-0ab8-40ab-a8ac-e9f51f388d83/) September 2023 Show moreShow less Robyn is truly is one of a kind…. the love, passion, and authenticity she has for what she does honestly radiates from her. Our wedding day would not have been the same without her. Everything was so personalised and so ‘us’. I had so many guests comment on how fantastic she was. Robyn nurtured us step by step through the entire process and ensured we had everything we needed. She was also our MC and the whole evening flowed beautifully and she really showcased her ability to be adaptive, creative and personable. If you want someone who will go above and beyond, we highly recommend Robyn, we couldn't have been happier with her services. [Jenn P.](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/1cb9e3b8-0ab8-40ab-a8ac-e9f51f388d83/) [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/a614f26b-f1f9-4668-81f3-85760a9f54f3/) August 2023 Show moreShow less Robyn, what can we say! You truly are an outstanding celebrant! Your energy, passion and conviction really shone through on our wedding day and we couldn't be happier that you married us. Your communication, zoom's and face-to-face meetings were always helpful, answering our many questions. You even went above and beyond to share with us your tips and tricks for our reception, which we are truly grateful for! [Kristy H.](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/a614f26b-f1f9-4668-81f3-85760a9f54f3/) [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/1fab86ff-7630-45e9-9dd0-ce7ac18cef44/) February 2023 Show moreShow less Let me start with a story. "There was once a bride and groom, whose wedding rings were left in a hotel room..." Yeah... our best man left our wedding rings in our hotel room and I (the bride) didn't even REALISE until his dramatic arrival right at the end of the ceremony. Robyn knew how to work the room, she made the ceremony go on a bit longer than intended (a lot of impromptu energising the crowd for the dramatic build up) and it was honestly THE BEST WEDDING STORY EVER (all our guests remember this story). If you want someone who will go above and beyond and also make the most stressful day of your life the best fun ever, don't look for anyone else. Robyn, if you are still doing this when my future kids get married, I'll make sure they choose you too. [Tasie G.](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/1fab86ff-7630-45e9-9dd0-ce7ac18cef44/) [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/732f7ffd-37d5-481c-8344-3f965b6e9c47/) November 2025 Show moreShow less Robyn was our celebrant and MC and we never felt alone in our wedding planning process thanks to her! Her bubbly personality and can-do attitude really made things easy for us. She would proactively jump on calls with us to answer our questions and give us tips along the way. She also wrote a very moving ceremony script from the questions/forms she asked us to complete. She was always there for us when we felt lost, and brought so much joy to us and our guests on our wedding day. Not only did we enjoy working with her, but all our guests were also very impressed with her on the day! We are very grateful to Robyn for making our day so smooth and unforgettable, and would absolutely recommend her as your celebrant and MC. [Calvin K.](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/732f7ffd-37d5-481c-8344-3f965b6e9c47/) [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/e438ec38-5f6c-4214-bf71-22f3f3935b6d/) November 2025 Show moreShow less Robyn was our celebrant and MC and did an amazing job at both. She asked each of us to fill out some secret forms, from which she created some beautiful and personal stories for the ceremony. She helped review our vows to make sure they flowed well together. Robyn also helped us perform a legal ceremony before the main ceremony at no extra cost. Even though it was just the two of us, and our two friends as witnesses, Robyn still managed to make it feel very special. One of our guests ran into visa issues coming into the country, and Robyn immediately helped by writing us a letter to confirm our wedding to the visa department. When the guest ultimately couldn't make it, Robyn adapted the ceremony to accommodate, creating a beautiful experience while still respecting them in their absence. Our wedding was mix-culture, and Robyn did an amazing job introducing aspects of my partners culture into the ceremony. She also worked well across language barriers, communicating effectively through body language and translators. In the ceremony and reception, Robyn created a beautiful and fun experience that everyone loved. All my family and friends had an amazing time, a few even calling it the best wedding they've ever been to. Robyn recommended a few games, and a father/daughter mother/son dance that made for a very sweet moment. She always kept everything running smoothly, and when I asked her a few times for help, she'd just run off and get it done. Robyn brings a lot of bubbly energy and fun that she will inject into your special day. Highly recommend. [Toby R.](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/e438ec38-5f6c-4214-bf71-22f3f3935b6d/) Load more reviews * * * Expert Advice  As a wedding professional, **Robyn Pattison Civil Marriage Celebrant** offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice. [Get Expert Advice](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/MarriageCelebrant/advice/) * * * [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/eda3dae4-c8d5-4256-bf5e-1e1b029f09bb/) Can you become a celebrant and preside over your own wedding? Robyn Pattison Civil Marriage Celebrant 0 Sorry - no - that isn't possible. You must have a regitered  celebrant, you, your partner and a minimum of two witnesses over the age of 18. [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/fc92fd54-da61-456c-9f23-9ade229f031b/) can i ask my celebrant to mention marriage equality during the ceremony? I'm still looking for one- but this is really important to me Robyn Pattison Civil Marriage Celebrant 0 Absolutely we can!  We can't change the legal wording, required by law ( until they change this ridiculous law) but therae re all sorts of ways that we can make it perfectly clear that even though we did have to say THAT - what we really want to say is THIS. I  offer this option to every couple I meet as I  find that the vast majority of them, like myself - and so many, many other celebrants are passionate about the need for change. We are all crossing our fingers that marriage will be for everyone, very, very soon. [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/reviews/user/fc92fd54-da61-456c-9f23-9ade229f031b/) who walks me down the aisle if my dad is no longer with us? Robyn Pattison Civil Marriage Celebrant 0 There are no rules on this one!  Ask your mum. Or  a special friend. You might like to walk in with the  groom - or walk part of the way - and have him come and collect you. You might have an older sibling that would be honoured. You might like to walk all the way in by yourself. You might like to honour dad during the ceremony -a nd there so many ways to do this. He may not be there in person - but he will absolutely be there in your hearts and memories Load more advice SEND A MESSAGE TO Robyn Pattison Civil Marriage Celebrant Typically responds within 24h PackagesAvailabilityPrice EnquiryQuote Your details [Sign in](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/login?returnUrl=%2FMarriageCelebrant%2FSydney%2FRobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant%2F) [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/login?returnUrl=%2FMarriageCelebrant%2FSydney%2FRobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant%2F) [](https://www.easyweddings.com.au/login?returnUrl=%2FMarriageCelebrant%2FSydney%2FRobynPattisonCivilMarriageCelebrant%2F) or enter contact details below Booked a wedding venue? Yes No Why use Easy Weddings to message suppliers? 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