The United Celebrant Network acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work, live, play, and learn. We come from diverse backgrounds and are grateful to call this beautiful country, Australia, our home. We honour and respect the deep, intrinsic connections that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to this land, and we appreciate the wisdom and culture they have nurtured over countless generations. We feel honoured to hear, and participate in any Aboriginal culture customs, traditions, stories and language asking any of our members who are willing or wanting to share this heritage to please reach out.
Georgie Black
My Story
Georgie Black, or Georgina Black when I’m trying to be professional (or when I’m in trouble).
Georgina, born and bred in Brisbane Queensland, received her authorisation as a Commonwealth Registered Marriage Celebrant in February 2020. After making a sea change with her family to North Queensland in late 2023, Georgina rebranded and rebuilt her business in her new market and is quickly becoming a known brand in the wedding and event industry in her hometown of Bowen and the wider Whitsundays area. Georgina brings over 25 years of business experience to the role of Secretary for The United Celebrant Network with skills and knowledge in operations and sales coordination and management, process mapping and organisational improvement, staff training and development and adult education.
Achievements and Contributions
Has completed over 50 weddings, while working full time, raising 4 boys, a dog, and a Husband.
Worked with The Unleashed Collective as an Assessor for the Certificate IV in Celebrancy.
Was the first student, and is the biggest cheerleader, for TUCN sister company, The Unleashed Collective.
Personal Philosophy or Mission Statement
My mission is to uphold the integrity and beliefs and personal connections with and for the members of The United Celebrant Network by authentically and passionately contributing to the success of TUCN.
Fun Facts or Personal Interests or Favourite Saying
I don’t know how to ride a bike, scooter etc – people are always blown away by that! I grew up on a busy main road and Dad never let us ride bikes as it wasn’t safe. Husband bought me a cute bike with a basket and everything for my 40th birthday; it ended in tears, so never again. Please, no judgement.
Vision for the Network
The United Celebrate Network provides an approachable and supportive network of celebrant and business specialists where our members are free to ask any question without fear of persecution or embarrassment. We provide relevant resources and offer value for money to our members.
Message to Members
Welcome Cele-Friend! I struggled to find an association, like many celebrants, that I felt open to ask any question without getting responses like “you should have learnt that in your course” or “you should know that already” and being made to feel like an idiot. Most of the time, you know the answer; you are just looking for some reassurance – I mean we are talking about a legally binding act when we perform a marriage ceremony so we want to make sure we are doing it right, right? I was lucky enough to find our sister company, The Unleashed Collective, when searching for my Celebrancy Trainer and Im so thankful every day that I found them. Jill and the team at The Unleashed Collective have been nothing but supportive before, during and more so after my training. Sorry, not sorry for still emailing asking for guidance! But it has been the only place that I have felt comfortable to ask “the dumb questions”. The United Celebrant Network carries those same beliefs, mission and ideals. This is a safe space. If you want to feel valued, supported, and reassured that literally no question is a stupid question (and trust me, I always think that when I ask questions!) then The United Celebrant Network is for you. Welcome to The United Celebrant Network!