Response to COVID-19 of Katie Blanchflower, Registered Marriage Celebrant

YES! I'm still happily meeting and performing wedding ceremonies!

Previously... people who first meet me used to quickly learn "I'm a hugger"... well - not anymore!

​Now... I wave and keep my distance where possible.
 
In the past couple of days, I have received worrying calls from people getting married in the coming months. Understandably! But let's not panic.
 
If you decide to cancel your wedding for now - I am providing a guarantee of all deposits and full payments to the future date you decide!  That's right... zero penalty for cancelling... but also no refund on money paid. You can use fees already paid within the next 3 years!
 
The health and safety of you, me, friends and family is my top priority.  
 
Any meetings or ceremonies booked at my house have immediately been rescheduled to another place (please contact me if a new location has not yet been confirmed with you).
 
I want to keep you informed:
Whilst the overall risk in Australia of contracting COVID-19 in the community currently remains low, each day brings details of new confirmed cases of infection and it would be irresponsible of me not to take caution from these incidents. 
 
With so much being reported about the evolving 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, I wanted to reach out personally to discuss the actions and precautions I am taking. 
 
Here’s what I am doing... and recommending:

• Have hand sanitisers and disinfectant wipes for use.
• I'll provide you and witnesses each with a (disinfectant wiped) blank pen to use... it's now yours! Souvenir! (or, bring your own.) This will prevent cross contaminations.
• If you are sick - please do not come near me or others.  If that includes cancelling a meeting or attendance at event - it's very important!
• If you cough or sneeze - please do so away from others into a tissue or your elbow.
• If you feel ill or exhibit symptoms consistent with COVID-19 ... self-isolate and consult with your healthcare professional asap.

 
I've never washed my hands so much in my entire life!