How to get married like a Matilda

If you needed another reason to adore the Matildas—Australia’s beloved women’s soccer team—here it is: they know how to celebrate love, simply.

Midfielder Clare Wheeler recently tied the knot in a beautifully low-key ceremony, proving once again that weddings don’t need to be grand, expensive, or over-the-top to be meaningful. A simple, heartfelt ceremony with a registered marriage celebrant is more than enough when it’s all about love. And yes—you can do it just like Clare.

How’d She Do It?

The Matildas were on a break, and Clare made the most of it—opting for a relaxed and intimate ceremony that still ticked all the legal boxes. No white elephants, no 300-guest guest list, and no breaking the bank. Just the essentials: love, vows, and the paperwork handled by a professional marriage celebrant.

So, Can You Really Just… Do That?

Absolutely. In Australia, all you need to get legally married is:

• A completed Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) form, lodged at least one month before your ceremony.
• Two witnesses.
• A registered marriage celebrant (hello, that’s us!).

That’s it. Everything else? Optional. Champagne tower? Optional. Flower arch? Optional. Dinosaur ring bearer? Optional (but encouraged).

Why a Celebrant (and Not a Registry Office)?

A marriage celebrant gives you more freedom. Want to get married on a clifftop? In a laneway? Or at halftime during your local footy game? A celebrant makes that possible. And with Simple Ceremonies, you don’t just get the flexibility—you get a fun, relaxed, and affordable experience that’s built for people who just want to get married. No drama, just love.

You Don't Need to Be a Matilda to Marry Like One

Whether you play for the national team or just want to kick goals in love, Simple Ceremonies makes getting married easy, affordable, and memorable. We've done thousands of weddings for people who wanted something special—but simple. From laneways to beaches, backyards to balconies, we've seen it all (and loved every second).

Ready to get married the Matildas way?
Head to www.simpleceremonies.com.au and let’s make it happen. Quick, legal, and full of love—just the way it should be.

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