About

A little about Maris J Caune CMC

 
Maris J Caune

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 Maris is an Adelaide based Registered Marriage Celebrant,(Reg# A7916) who will travel anywhere in Australia to perform Vale Ceremonies. He is authorised to solemnize marriages under Australian Law.
He is also a Theatre Director, Producer and Actor.
Maris is married and the picture left was taken of him just after his own wedding in 2000.
Maris has a very full voice, when needed, and a large presence. He commands attention in most situations - just the thing if your guests are the roudy sort. He also is a specialist of the 'stage whisper' and always sets his vocal delivery to suit the ceremony and its location.
Over his career Maris has undertaken many public speaking, acting and presentation roles, including film and television appearances. His ceremonies are not the sort that are difficult to hear, follow or understand.
 
25 years of performance experience gives you a guarantee that Maris' presentation and delivery will be everything you wish it to be.
“I'm committed to providing you with a professional service, maintaining your privacy and making your ceremony the best I possibly can.” - Maris


A Testimonial

Simon and Jack
Simon and Jack


"After months of hunting we stumbled across Maris and knew our search for a celebrant was over. He embraced the firm ideas we had in mind for our wedding (Fun! Silly! FUNNY!) and helped us tie together our personalities into a ceremony we are still (almost a year later) receiving positive comments from our friends and family about. We couldn’t be happier with the experience and strongly recommend Maris to every couple wanting to experience a ceremony tailored to their own unique selves."

<3 Simon and Jack




 
Celebrant's Code of Practice
1 Application of this Code of Practice
This Code of Practice applies to marriage celebrants (being persons registered under Subdivision C of Division 1 of Part IV of the Marriage Act 1961).Note: Under paragraph 39I(1)(b) of the Marriage Act 1961, if the Registrar of Marriage Celebrants is satisfied that a marriage celebrant has not complied with an obligation under section 39G of that Act, including this Code of Practice, the Registrar may take disciplinary measures against the marriage celebrant.

2 High standard of service
A marriage celebrant must maintain a high standard of service in his or her professional conduct and practice.

3 Recognition of significance of marriage
A marriage celebrant must recognise the social, cultural and legal significance of marriage and the marriage ceremony in the Australian community, and the importance of strong and respectful family relationships.

4 Compliance with the Marriage Act and other laws
A marriage celebrant must:
  (a) solemnize marriages according to the legal requirements of the Marriage Act 1961 (Cth); and
  (b) observe the laws of the Commonwealth and of the State or Territory where the marriage is to be solemnized; and
  (c) prevent and avoid unlawful discrimination in the provision of marriage celebrancy services.

5 General requirements for marriage ceremonies
A marriage celebrant must respect the importance of the marriage ceremony to the parties and the other persons organising the ceremony. To that end, the marriage celebrant must do the following:

(a) give the parties information and guidance to enable them to choose or compose a marriage ceremony that will meet their needs and expectations;

(b) respect the privacy and confidentiality of the parties;
  (c) maintain appropriate facilities to interview parties and provide office facilities, including facilities for the secure storage of records;
  (d) within a reasonable time before the marriage ceremony:
 
(i) confirm all details with the parties; and
 
(ii) ensure the return of all personal documents belonging to the parties (unless it is necessary to keep the documents for the ceremony); and
 
(iii) sign any necessary declarations;
  (e) if requested by the parties, conduct a marriage ceremony rehearsal;
  (f) ensure that his or her personal presentation is of an appropriate standard for the marriage ceremony, and respect the expectations of the parties in relation to the ceremony;
  (g) make efforts to ensure that the marriage ceremony is audible to all those present (using audio equipment, if required);
  (h) ensure accuracy in the preparation of documents, and in the conduct of the marriage ceremony;

(i) arrive at the venue for the marriage ceremony no later than the time agreed with the parties;

(j) if the marriage celebrant has agreed to perform more than one marriage ceremony on the same day:


(i) ensure that the parties to each marriage receive a level of service that meets their separate and special requirements; and


(ii) be available at the venue for each marriage ceremony at least 20 minutes before the agreed commencement of each ceremony (unless, in the case of consecutive ceremonies, the ceremonies are to be held at the same venue);
  (k) ensure that all relevant documents are completed and sent to the appropriate registering authority within 14 days after the marriage ceremony, as required by section 50 of the Marriage Act 1961;
  (l) in relation to the provision of marriage services, accept evaluative comment from the parties, and use any comments to improve performance;
  (m) give the parties information about how to notify the Commonwealth Attorney-Generals Department of any concerns or complaints they may have regarding the marriage services provided by the marriage celebrant.

6 Knowledge and understanding of family relationships services
A marriage celebrant must:
  (a) maintain an up-to-date knowledge about appropriate family relationships services in the community; and
  (b) inform parties about the range of information and services available to them to enhance, and sustain them throughout, their relationship.



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