Dally Messenger III
Dally Messenger III CMC | |
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Civil celebrant, author | |
| Born | 4 February 1938 Kensington, New South Wales, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Education | STB (philosophy and theology), LCP (Licentiate of the College of Teachers: London) |
| Alma mater | University of Melbourne |
| Notable awards | |
| Spouse | Remi Messenger |
| Children | 3 including Natasha Messenger, Julia Messenger |
| Relatives | Dally Messenger (grandfather) |
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| Personal website | |
Dally Messenger III (born 4 February 1938), is an Australian developer and media spokesperson of the fledgling civil celebrant program founded by Australian Attorney-General, Lionel Murphy. He has also been credited with contributions as an author. After leaving the Roman Catholic priesthood in 1968, Messenger became a public critic of the Catholic Church. Messenger has written for The Australian and Nation Review. Messenger was founder and editor of the magazine Dance Australia. His books cover topics including rugby league, children of separated parents, early Melbourne radio, how to design celebrant ceremonies, and the history of celebrancy.