Isaac Weddings - April 2013

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chalk it up & wrap it Creative uses of everyday items that will surprise you!

WEDDING MAGAZINE FOR MACKAY, WHITSUNDAYS & ISAAC REGIONS

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Treat your family and friends to a truly unforgettable wedding With seating up to 240 and ample dance floor and entertaining space, The Event Centre guarentees an eventful and memorable wedding day.

Boasting modern interior and sweeping views of the racecourse and winning post, we offer a unique wedding venue that is sure to impress.

Brand new facilities Versatile floor plans Adrian Connors - NE Food Tantalising catering and beverage options Expansive bar Dance floor Flat screen television screens Large indoor foyer Outdoor alfresco lawns Ample car parking

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34 Well, this is it... our first issue!

I thought I would say a quick hello and welcome you all. My wish is that you will find inspiration in these pages to help create the day of your dreams.

On behalf of the team at Isaac Weddings, I would like to say thank you, both to local businesses and our readers, for your support and encouragement.

Okay, I’ll leave you to it. Carry on, into the pages of the first issue of Isaac Weddings... and enjoy!

Kassi

Isaac Weddings Magazine is published by Isaac Weddings ABN 91 035 314 85 exposure@isaacweddings.com.au | www.isaacweddings.com.au ISSN - All material is copyright and cannot be reproduced in part or in full, by anymeans, without the permission of the publishers. While the publishers have taken all reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of the material contained in this publication, it is a condition of purchase of this magazine that the publishers do not assume any responsibility for liability for any inaccuracy or omission, or from the use of the information contained herein and the publishers make no warranties, express or implied with respect to any of the material contained herein.

If you would like to be apart of our local brides section, please email our editor Mel at editor@isaacweddings.com.au

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What is good health?

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Look and feel great on your big day!

Food warriors Naturally beautiful Dan & Ruth Our cover couple The Event Centre Our best beaches Sunrise to sunset Tide times Luke & Sarah Starcut Flowers

PUBLISHER Isaac Weddings EDITOR Mel Smale - Sim SALES & DISTRIBUTION Adrian Cartia DESIGN & LAYOUT Kassi Cartia from Kartia Designs ARTICLES Mel Smale - Sim and submitted writers COVER Melissa Cooney Photography

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Decades of love

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What is good health?

What is a bride looking for on the lead up to her wedding day?

The occasional glass of wine and well behaved bridesmaids?

Maybe, but she may also be looking at a way to achieve high levels of health in order to not only handle the stress but thrive.

To both look and feel her best on the day she has been dreaming about (and scrap booking, we all know the truth) since she was a little girl.

Let’s start at the beginning; what is good health? Good health is when (not if!) there are stresses placed on the body, and the body can cope without difficulty. There are three different types of stress; physical, chemical and emotional. Physical stresses may include over-doing it at the gym in order to fit the dress, lack of sleep, and wearing high heels. Chemical stress includes overindulgent food, alcohol and medication, to name a few.

Emotional stresses include, well, I don’t need to tell a bride to be about emotional stresses! When these stresses start to add up, an unhealthy body is unable to adapt and symptoms start to show.

Visiting your local Chiropractor is a great start to getting our bodies back into balance. Chiropractic focuses on the spine, and through the spine, the nervous system. If there is interference to the nervous system through poor spinal alignment the brain cannot communicate with the body so it just can’t work the way it is supposed to. Like trying to make a phone call with static on the line and the message can’t get through, and all of a sudden you’ve got fluoro orange bridesmaid dresses rather than the coral you really wanted! A wide variety of health conditions, as well as posture, can be assisted through Chiropractic. Chiropractors help the body to work better.

Your local Chiropractor is also a great source of a wide variety of information regarding all aspects of health. Brides are concerned with diet, exercise and posture when they want to

get the most out of their hen’s night, the wedding day, and the honeymoon. For example; - When shopping at your local supermarket, have you ever noticed that the fresh food is kept all together on one side?

The closer the food is to the way it was as nature intended, the better. Fresh fruits, vegetables, meats and wholegrains are what fed our bodies as we were evolving, but the processed and sugar loaded foods that fill the aisles our bodies don’t know how to cope with. This can lead to chemical stress, and poor health.

- Movement is life. The best exercise is doing an activity that you love. Don’t make exercise a chore, or you won’t stick to it.

Exercise can be enjoyable, whether it is a dance class, and team sport or getting outside for backyard footy with the family.

- Posture is something everybody notices. Have a look at some old photos of yourself. Do your shoulders line up? Does your head tilt to one side? Are you round shouldered or sway backed? These posture imbalances can all be caused by spinal misalignments.

Your Chiropractor is able to see these imbalances and determine the underlying cause. Standing up tall can instantly make you look slimmer, healthier and more confident. Get checked by your Chiropractor so that you can look back at your wedding day photos to a perfectly balanced posture.

We all know that true beauty starts on the inside, and is a reflection of our health. But why wait for an occasion such as your wedding day to start taking care of yourself? And why let it stop after the honeymoon? Talk to your local Chiropractor today to see how getting checked can benefit you and your newly formed family.

Dr Larissa Chiropractor

Giving you relief from the most common problems Headaches Neck Pain Rib Problems Lower Back Pain including disc/sciatic problems Poor Posture

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Look and feel great on your big day!

The team at Mass-Nutrition Mackay know how important it is to feel and look great, that’s why they want to help local brides-to-be achieve their ‘dream’ wedding figure.

Protein is #1 for weight loss: protein helps you to reduce body fat. Try to consume a lean source of protein every 3 hours during the day; this will keep your metabolism firing equalling weight loss!

Clean eating: consume only whole foods and minimise any processed foods as these contain a lot of unnecessary sugar

From fuelling your body with the best foods to implementing weight loss supplements, Mass-Nutrition Mackay will not only help by recommending the best products for you but offer advice with nutritional and exercise plans and ideas.

Owner Carissa Cockings said there’s a perception that supplement stores are only for bodybuilders, but, that’s not the case, they cater to everyone.

“We have our very own women’s line, Miss Nutrition, which has a whole range of products specifically targeted to us lovely ladies,” Ms Cockings said.

“I know how important it is to look and feel good when posing for photos let alone being photographed on one of the biggest days of your life,” she said.

“To help get you where you want to be we have devised a Bridal Stack which includes three key products that will get you in shape and losing weight.”

Cut down on the caffeine: swap coffee for green tea, it is jam-packed full of antioxidants and greatly aids in weight loss.

BRIDAL PACKAGE: BODY EFFECTS FAT BURNER: This product is an excellent pre-workout fat burning product that contains 14 active ingredients to assist with increasing energy levels, reducing your appetite and enhancing your mood.

It comes in great fruity flavours and can be used as a pre-workout or daily as a general fat burner.

BNRG PROTO-WHEY WPI: Hydrolyzed whey protein isolate that contains 4g of fat and 4g of carbohydrates. It is a great post-workout protein shake for recovery following a training session or during the day as a snack. Tip: Mix 1 scoop with some Greek yoghurt for a delicious, chocolaty (and guilt-free) snack!

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Food Warriors

Fight towards good health and beauty, starting from the inside.

When wanting to look glowing and gorgeous for our big day, we focus solely on the exterior. We head to the beauty clinics and have all manner of treatments; scrubs, microdermabrasion, peels, maybe botox or even surgery. But chances are, if we focused on the inside first, there may be less of a need for some of those more drastic measures!

Food warriors contain vitamins, antioxidants, fatty acids and plenty more goodies to help fight the fight against sun damage, aging, poor health and will get you on the road to a more healthy and beautiful you, just in time for your big day. Read on to find out which warriors you need in your life.

Wrinkle Warrior: Flaxseeds The health benefits of flaxseeds are seemingly boundless, with lowering cholesterol, aiding weight loss and boosting immune

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systems just a few examples of its power. The essential fatty acids found in flaxseeds help keep your skin hydrated and smooth in appearance.

Sun Warrior: Almonds Another food packed full with hero attributes, almonds are a great source of vitamins and antioxidants. Rich in Vitamin E, they will help defend against sun damage. Containing a healthy serving of mono unsaturated fat, vitamin E, protein, fibre, potassium, magnesium and iron, they are a great food to have in your bag as a daily snack.

Breakout Warrior: Carrots Packed with a myriad of goodies including Vitamin A and betacarotenes (these elements beneficial for protecting your vision, in particular your ability to see well in dim lighting conditions)

green tea can help prevent a number of cancers, including skin cancer and may also reverse effects of sun damage. Note: Green tea contains caffeine, so drink in moderation or opt for the decaffeinated version.

Parched Warrior: Safflower Oil Safflower Oil contains omega-6 fatty acids which are the ultimate fighting tool against dry, flaky or itchy skin. Safflower oil mimics the naturally occurring lipids in human skin and the fatty acids keep cell walls supple, allowing water to better penetrate the epidermis.

A great choice in moisturiser for any skin type, and possibly even helpful for those suffering irritated skin conditions such as eczema.

Sun Warrior #2 : Dark Chocolate We simply had to add this last one in. Flavonols, the antioxidants found in chocolate can reduce roughness in the skin, provide sun protection, lower stress levels, reduce your risk of heart disease and lower cholesterol levels. It’s a win win in our books!

Note: While flavonol is in all chocolate, dark chocolate contains the highest and healthiest amount. So unless you love the slighty bitter taste of dark chocolate, this won’t be for everyone!

Cancer Warrior: Green Tea Green tea contains significant amounts of catechin, an antioxidant with proven anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Drinking

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carrots are the food to choose if prone to breakouts. The Vitamin A will assist in preventing an overproduction of cells in the skin's outer layer. This means fewer dead cells to combine with sebum and clog pores.

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Naturally Beautiful

Try This

Pamper yourself with natural skin treatments for a beautiful wedding day glow.

So you've worked on the inside and set the food warriors to work, now continue the fight with a few delicious at home skin treatments that will make you sparkle and shine. We've listed just three, but head to our website www.isaacweddings.com.au where we've shared a few more for you to try. Please, share your feedback and let us know which one you loved the most!

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Dan & Ruth 6th of October 2012

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our day Ruth and Dan celebrated their marriage with a reception in their backyard, and they did it in style! Simplistic touches were key, strings of lights overhead, roses in small metal jugs and bowls of punch on white wicker tables. Chairs and tables dotted here and there allowed guests to mingle and created an intimate feel to the day.

And we'd be remiss if we didn't mention that incredible cheese wheel cake!

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our helpers Ceremony Greenmount Homestead Reception Dan & Ruth’s House Men's suits Roger David Rings Canturi (Dans) & Greg Neil (Ruth) Flowers Mackay Wedding Flowers Hair Jodi Martin Hair Wedding dress Jason Checuti Maid of honour ID Dezine Bridesmaids Vintage Dresses Photographer Candice Van Moolenbroek Wedding Celebrant Claire Thompson Makeup Jessica Peacock Shoes RMK

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Our cover couple Well, the team at Isaac fell a little in love with this couple and we think you will too. It hasn’t been the easiest of journeys for them, but they ended up creating a wedding day that exceeded both their dreams. Meet our cover couple, Holly and Erle.

Holly and Erle, tell us how you met.

We met at a mutual friend’s BBQ and we know it sounds cliché... but it really was love at first sight.

And the proposal?

Holly: We went out to dinner and after we’d finished dessert, Erle “dropped” a spoon off the table. He bent down, and when I looked over, he was on one knee holding out a beautiful ring.He asked, I said yes and all the other diners clapped for us. It was amazing!

We know things don’t always go according to plan, and in your case this couldn’t be more true. Tell us about the lead up to your wedding.

Erle: We’d set the date for 28th September 2012. We’d organised the venue, caterers, flowers decorations... everything. We had planned on approximately 80 guests and a budget of $28,000. Then around December 2011, things took a turn for the worse. Holly had some serious health problems that required major surgery and needless to say “minor” issues, such as a wedding, were put on hold indefinitely. Thankfully, given the situation, most of our suppliers returned our deposits, for which we were very grateful.

In July 2012, after many operations, we decided there was no point in waiting until things became easier, so we set a new date, 27th October 2012. This time, we limited everything; guests, time and budget. So with careful planning, we organised a wedding for just 14 guests on a $5000 budget, and it was a wonderful occasion.

And for this reason, your reception was held in your own backyard, and looked magical! Was it easy to achieve?

Holly: I used a bit of everything that I love, and after very careful planning, it all just worked together. It was perfect!

Holly, we loved your dress, it was perfect for a beach ceremony, tell us about your choice.

Well, after everything that could have gone wrong, went wrong, I had no wedding dress right up to the day before the wedding.

Then walking past Myer that afternoon, I saw THE dress, there was only one and it was my size! It was meant to be!

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Can you tell us what your favourite part of the day was?

Erle: Turning around to see my soon to be wife walking down the aisle towards me in the most amazing dress.

Holly: The entire day, it was truly a dream come true. Everything turned out so much more incredible than I could have ever imagined it to be.

Is there anything you would change? Were there any hiccups during the day?

Holly: Once the ceremony began, everything was perfect. The stresses and things that had gone wrong earlier didn’t matter anymore. I wouldn’t change a thing!

How does it feel to be married?

Holly and Erle: I married my soul mate.

See? We said you would fall a little in love. The team at Isaac thank Holly and Erle for sharing a little of their magical day with us and we wish them good health and happiness for their future together.

our helpers Thanks from Holly and Erle to the following suppliers: Dress: Myer Bridesmaid dress: Forever New Men’s outfits: Myer Flowers: Floriffic Flowers Hair: Vortex Hair, Northern Beaches Makeup: Funk it up Celebrant: Leanne Duffy Ceremony décor: Felicity from Beautiful Beach Weddings Reception décor: Designed and decorated by Holly herself Cake: Jdee’s Cakes Caterers: Ollie and Alleny from Zest Catering.

They absolutely made our night, our friends are still talking about how amazing the food was. We really can’t thank them enough for the job they did.

Photographer: Melissa Cooney Photography – Amazing!

Treat your family and friends to a truly unforgettable wedding With seating up to 240 and ample dance floor and entertainment space, The Event Centre guarantees an eventful and memorable wedding day.

Boasting modern interior and sweeping views of the racecourse and winning post, we offer a unique wedding venue that is sure to impress.

THE EVENT CENTRE Mackay’s newest venue, The Event Centre at Mackay Turf Club, features floor to ceiling glass panels overlooking the winning post and world-class course proper providing an all encompassing view of the picturesque Ooralea race course.

EXECUTIVE CHEF Mackay Turf Club is delighted to welcome Adrian Connors, Owner and Executive Chef of NE Food as our exclusive caterer of The Event Centre.

Adrian is a young, inventive and energetic chef who wants to please, so together with his team who all share the same passion, they make any event seem easy. With years of experience, the team at NE Food go the distance to make your special day as perfect as possible.

Features Brand new facilities Versatile floor plans Tantalising catering and beverage options Expansive bar Dance floor

Flat screen television screens Large indoor foyer Outdoor alfresco lawns Ample car parking

Capacity 240 Dining 450 Cocktail

For a viewing please contact our Business Development Manager,

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Our Best Beaches

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We asked and you answered! Some weeks ago, we asked our readers which were the best beaches in the region to be married on. Thank you for all your emails, messages and comments, which included some amazingly romantic engagement and wedding stories, ones we hope to share with you all in the near future. The voting was unanimous and you all named both the “Capes” as your top beaches. But there were others that came close behind and for very good reasons. Here are the top five as voted by you, our readers.

Cape Gloucester Forty minutes north of Airlie Beach lies, by all accounts, one of the most stunning beaches in the region. Boasting beautiful white sands and views to die for, this beach and its surroundings offer a beautifully secluded setting for your day. Once you hit the dirt track on your way to the Cape, look to your right... the view is simply breathtaking! There are two resorts nearby, Monte’s and Cape Gloucester Eco-Resort, so your ceremony, photos and reception can all be in the one location!

Cape Hillsborough Just a 20 minute drive from Mackay, the main beach at Cape Hillsborough is a wide low beach, and at 2km long, has plenty of room for all your guests! Beautiful rain-forest borders and spectacular views from every angle means this beach is a favourite of many. Nearby Old Station Teahouse would be the ideal setting for your reception. Note: Depending on what time of day your wedding is, be prepared for some extra guests on the beach in the form of wallabies!

Airlie Beach If sand between your toes isn’t your idea of romantic but you still want the beachy feel, then the Whitsunday Pavilion in Airlie Beach might just be the perfect place. With a thatched roof lending a tropical feel, protection from the sun and a view of the Whitsundays behind it, there’s not much wrong with this option! Not to mention, you and your guests will be spoiled for choice with restaurants, resorts and accommodation.

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Locals Choice

Shoal Point This is definitely a beach wedding that the bridal party and guests should wear their thongs to, but forgoing fashion in favour of comfort will most definitely be worth it! Turn left before you reach the main beach and follow the dirt road until it turns into sand, or park further back under the trees and wander your way along till you reach this secluded part of the beach, with spectacular views, for an intimate and natural beach wedding. Beautiful tree arches and amazing driftwood make for some stunning backdrops for photos.

Lamberts Beach, Slade Point On the grass overlooking the sand and waves, in the shade of the trees; up high on the lookout; or nestled in amongst the dramatic dark rocks below, there are multiple options for your ceremony and photos when it comes to Lamberts Beach. It’s not a placid location like some of the others, the wind can pick up and the waves can crash, but that’s all part of what makes this beach unique and special.

The nearby playground could come in extremely useful for some of those less interested little guests and maybe for some fun photos! image by brooke miles photography

Editor’s Choice HORSESHOE BAY, BOWEN We couldn’t leave it at just five, as we think this beach deserves a mention and it’s also our editor’s pick! This tiny crescent of sand, surrounded by the most amazing rock formations and boasting magical sunrises, would be the ideal setting for a sunrise wedding. Or any time of day for that matter! With Coral Cove Apartments, Horseshoe Bay Resort and Whitsunday Sands Resort right next door, there’s accommodation to suit every budget and all within walking distance to this little gem of a beach.

Do you know of a beach in the region that we’ve never heard of? We’d love you to tell us about it and why it’s so special to you. Email us at exposure@isaacweddings.com.au

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Sunrise to Sunset SATURDAYS 2013-2014

SUNRISE TIME SUNSET TIME

April 2013

SATURDAYS 2013-2014

SUNRISE TIME SUNSET TIME

November 2013

6

6.12 am

5.59 pm

2

5.20 am

6.14 pm

13

6.14 am

5.53 pm

9

5.17 am

6.18 pm

20

6.17 am

5.48 pm

16

5.14 am

6.22 pm

27

6.19 am

5.43 pm

23

5.13 am

6.27 pm

30

5.13 am

6.31 pm

May 2013 4

6.22 am

5.38 pm

December 2013

11

6.24 am

5.35 pm

7

5.14 am

6.36 pm

18

6.27 am

5.32 pm

14

5.16 am

6.40 pm

25

6.30 am

5.30 pm

21

5.19 am

6.44 pm

28

5.22 am

6.47 pm

June 2013 1

6.33 am

5.29 pm

January 2014

8

6.36 am

5.29 pm

4

5.27 am

6.49 pm

15

6.38 am

5.29 pm

11

5.31 am

6.51 pm

22

6.40 am

5.31 pm

18

5.36 am

6.51 pm

29

6.41 am

5.32 pm

25

5.41 am

6.50 pm

July 2013

February 2014

6

6.41 am

5.35 pm

1

5.45 am

6.48 pm

13

6.41 am

5.37 pm

8

5.50 am

6.45 pm

20

6.39 am

5.40 pm

15

5.53 am

6.41 pm

27

6.37 am

5.43 pm

22

5.57 am

6.36 pm

August 2013

March 2014

3

6.34 am

5.45 pm

1

6.00 am

6.31 pm

10

6.30 am

5.48 pm

8

6.03 am

6.25 pm

17

6.25 am

5.50 pm

15

6.05 am

6.19 pm

24

6.20 am

5.52 pm

22

6.07 am

6.13 pm

31

6.14 am

5.54 pm

29

6.10 am

6.06 pm

September 2013

April 2014

7

6.07 am

5.56 pm

5

6.12 am

6.00 pm

14

6.01 am

5.57 pm

12

6.14 am

5.54 pm

21

5.54 am

5.59 pm

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6.16 am

5.49 pm

28

5.47 am

6.01 pm

26

6.19 am

5.43 pm

5

5.41 am

6.03 pm

12

5.35 am

6.05 pm

19

5.29 am

6.08 pm

26

5.24 am

6.11 pm

October 2013

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“Love is the dawn of marriage, and marriage is the sunset of love”

-Anonymous

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Tide times SATURDAYS 2013-2014

HIGH TIDE TIME

SATURDAYS 2013-2014

HIGH TIDE TIME

April 2013

Mackay

Airlie Beach

Novemeber 2013

Mackay

Airlie Beach

6

8.09 am / 8.41 pm

8.01 am / 8.32 pm

2

9.42 am / 9.53 pm

9.42 am / 9.40 pm

13

12.09 am / 12.14 pm 12.08 am / 12.07 pm

9

3.10 am / 3.37 pm

3.16 am / 3.44 pm

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6.46 am / 7.25pm

6.46 am / 7.30 pm

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9.57 am / 10.08 pm 9.54 am / 9.57 pm

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11.40 am

11.29 am

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1.39 am / 2.04 pm

1.50 am / 2.13 pm

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8.39 am / 8.46 pm

8.41 am / 8.32 pm

May 2013 4

6.44 am / 7.30 pm

6.40 am / 7.26 pm

11

11.25 am / 11.46 pm 11.15 am / 11.46 pm

7

1.49 am / 2.08 pm

1.42 am / 2.07 pm

18

4.35 am / 5.34 pm

14

9.05 am / 9.17 pm

9.04 am / 9.07 pm

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10.41 am / 11.10 pm 10.28 am / 11.08 pm

21

12.33am / 12.50 pm 12.29 am / 12.54 pm

28

7.25 am / 7.33 pm

4.41 am / 5.46 pm

June 2013 5.01 am / 5.59 pm

December 2013

7.31 am / 7.19 pm

January 2014

1

4.56 am / 5.54 pm

8

10.41 am / 11.00 pm 10.28 am / 10.57 pm

4

12.38 am / 12.57 pm 12.26 am / 12.52 pm

15

2.28 am / 3.15 pm

11

8.04 am / 8.21 pm

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“Our memories of the ocean will linger on, long after our footprints in the sand are gone.”

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our day Soft mushroom pinks, creams, pearls and lace were all part of Sarah and Luke’s elegant vintage themed day.

Favour boxes filled with tea bags, homemade macadamia and white chocolate biscuits, and a CD with the couple’s favourite songs on it, were just one of the many personal touches in their wedding. A special team of people helped with their day; the wedding cake was decorated

by Sarah’s mother and the sweets buffet was also created by her and Sarah’s wonderful friends.

Ceremony Lookout on Albatross St, Slade Point Reception Marina View Room, The Clarion

Hair Intuition Hair, Mackay Makeup Josie Baker Photobooth In the Booth

Photographer Ta Da Photography

Shoes Suna Shoes, Mackay

Rings Michael Hill Jewellers

Ceremony Decorator Touching Moments & Floriffic Flowers

Flowers Floriffic Flowers, Mackay Men’s Suits Roger David, Mackay

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Starcut Flowers. Weddings. Events Take the stress out of your planning when it comes to flowers by leaving it all in the hands of these capable and caring professionals.

The team at Starcut will meet with you, the bride-to-be, many times prior to your wedding day. This allows them time to sit with you, talk about your ideas, themes, dresses and colour schemes, offer their own ideas and then design to complement all the elements of your day.

As well as bridal bouquets, Starcut offers ceremony and reception decorating, and have everything ready at their fingertips to create a magical setting for your day.

As part of this service, when you purchase your flowers, there is no charge on vase hire used in your ceremony/reception and this includes mirrors and tealights also! Starcut delivers your bouquets to your home on the morning of your wedding and ceremony/reception decoration is done entirely by them, making the day as stress free as possible for everyone.

Starcut provides decoration for any wedding whatever the setting.

CHURCH v Flower arrangements

- can be used in reception after ceremony. v Pews decorated v Grecian urns BEACH v Gazebo v Teepee v Bali flags v American chairs v Chair covers v Signing tables and chairs to suit your theme

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GARDEN v Wrought iron arch v Timber arch v Bird cages v Wicker balls v Altar balls v Rustic iron chairs v Carpets - cream, ivory and red v Rose petals v Signing tables and chairs to suit theme RECEPTION v Variety of vases v Twigs and fairy lights v Feathers v Candelabras v Crystal decorations - vases, tealights, hanging mirrors v Table overlays v Backdrops and fabric hangers

- fairy lights, vintage lace, silks v Bridal and cake table to suit theme v Chandeliers v Seating board and easel v Blackboard props v Chair covers and coloured sashes GIFTS IN ENVELOPES v Suitcases v Bowls v Wishing wells If you want more than that, there’ll be no room for your guests!

See the team at Starcut today, you won’t be disappointed!

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Seasonal Flowers

Autumn

Spring

Winter

Summer

David Austin Roses Baby’s Breath Poppies Calla Lily Tulips Slipper Orchid Gypsophila

Daffodils Jonquils Hyacinths Freesias Parrot Tulips French Lavender Winter Rose

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Pear Tree Blossoms Sweet Peas Peonies Lily-of-the-valley Delphiniums Daisies Azaleas

Zinnias Miniature Roses Bird of Paradise Dahlias Gladioli Berzillas Boucardia

The Whitsundays truly is the ideal destination to host your wedding celebrations, and the Total Weddings team is here to help you every step of the way. Imagine saying your vows in an intimate and romantic beach ceremony looking out over the azure waters that are the Whitsundays, or standing before your friends and family under a Balinese inspired hut, or even saying ‘I Do’ in lush tropical gardens, the Whitsundays really does has something for everyone. Total Weddings are the Whitsundays wedding specialists and we are here to assist you in the planning of your very special day.

Total Weddings love to help Brides and Grooms organise their weddings in the beautiful Whitsundays, and our passionate and dedicated wedding coordinators can assist you with every element of your wedding day. From your pre-ceremony preparations including hair & makeup, to the romantic wedding ceremony itself captured by a photographer and videographer, followed by your unforgettable reception complete with wedding cake and of course entertainment, we are here to help you.

Total Weddings works with a number of beautiful locations throughout the Whitsundays including Long Island, Daydream Island, Hayman Island, and the stunning Whitehaven Beach. We also work with many wonderful locations on the Whitsunday Mainland including the picturesque Whitsunday Pavilion located at Airlie Point, the Peninsula Pavilion with beautiful views, as well as beautiful beaches and parkland found throughout Airlie Beach and the surrounding areas.

The team at Total Weddings offer a number of wedding packages for each of our wedding locations. All our packages can be customised to suit your individual needs and requirements, and if our packages are not exactly what you are looking for we can create a wedding package specifically for you.

Not only does Total Weddings offer amazing wedding packages we also offer Photography & Videography packages for your wedding day. If you already have your wedding planned we can certainly provide the Photography and Videography element of your day so you can look back on your wedding in years to come.

We look forward to assisting you with your wedding plans in the beautiful Whitsundays.

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we may be small...

...but even the smallest people can have style to rival that of the adults. The little men in your wedding party can be dapper and the little ladies princesses with these gorgeous items from Urban Poppets and Petite Bling. www.urbanpoppets.com.au | www.petitebling.bigcartel.com

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Frosted Delights Cakery What began as a home business grew in popularity and outgrew its walls! As a result, the delicious Frosted Delights Cakery in Northern Beaches opened its doors to the public on the 20th October 2012.

Chantel Potter is an enterprising and extremely busy lady, so we were grateful she took a few minutes out of her day to answer our questions about the sugary delights that make up her days.

Chantel, how have the first few months of business been?

Big and busy! It's been a big learning experience and very busy with wedding, birthday, corporate and wholesale cake orders. It's been great.

What is the biggest trend you are seeing in wedding cakes this season?

Trends at the moment are simple, clean lines, nothing too over the top. But I’m also getting alot of requests for the soft ruffles cake, which is a very romantic style.

For brides-to-be, how far in advance of their wedding do you recommend them booking with you?

Honestly? As early as possible! Get in early, as dates can book up very quickly in the wedding season.

Thanks to Chantel for her time and we wish her continuing success at Frosted Delights Cakery.

Do you hold cake tastings for prospective clients?

Yes, we do. Our next tasting is on Saturday, 10th April at 10am.

If you head to our Facebook page, you will find the event. Join and come along!

As gluten free diets are becoming more common these days, do you have gluten free options available?

Yes, we do offer gluten free options and also have options that are dairy, egg and sugar free. We try to cater for everyone and encourage clients to come in and talk to us about their requirements. We're happy to try and accommodate everyone.

Do you deliver your cakes to the reception venue?

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w w w . r e b e cc a j a y n e m a ke u p. c o m . a u Rebecca has provided us with a step-by-step process of how she achieves a flawless finish for your special day. She has also included some handy tips to help make your day run smoothly.

2-3 months before your wedding day You need to implement a cleansing, toning and moisturising routine for your skin.

Good skin doesn’t happen over night and if you want to be blemish free for your wedding day you need to be vigilant and start early. Remember to exfoliate once or twice a week and if you can, treat yourself to a facial every now and then.

1 month before your wedding day Have your eyebrows professionally shaped so that only a tidy up is required before your wedding day.

2 days before your wedding DAY Have your eyebrows tidied and organise a touch-up kit to keep your makeup looking fresh on the day (touch-up kits are available for clients to purchase) and elect a bridesmaid or family member to look after it on the day.

Morning of your wedding day Cleanse and exfoliate your skin, making sure you exfoliate your lips as well (you don’t want your lipstick or gloss to flake or go clumpy); follow with your toner and moisturiser, moisturising down to your collarbone. Wear a button up shirt so that it is easy to remove after your makeup is done, you’ll avoid messing up your hair and potentially ruining your beautiful makeup.

1. I apply the eye makeup first, just in case any fallout from the eyeshadow lands underneath the eye. This means I can tidy it up without the risk of ruining the foundation. I also colour and define the eyebrows as this gives the makeup a very polished look.

2. I airbrush any blemishes or imperfections to create an even skintone then airbrush a light coat of foundation over the entire face. Because I have concealed the imperfections, I don’t need a heavy foundation as I don’t want to give the skin that ‘cakey’ look.

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3. The next step is contouring, highlighting and applying blush. Our model Stevie has quite a defined face so little contouring was needed. I airbrushed the blush onto the cheekbones and highlighted above the blush. I also like to highlight the section beneath the nostrils that connects to the lips as that makes the top lip look fuller.

4. I chose shades of lipliner and lipstick that were very close to Stevie’s natural lip colour as I didn’t want her lips to overshadow her eye makeup.

5. My final step was to airbrush a topcoat over her entire face to set her makeup so it doesn’t budge.

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Our Chat with Mia Rainey BLU Wedding Boutique Designer

Add glamour to your wedding on a

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I did it, I am married! I can now speak from experience, and happily say, our wedding was the best day of my life. We had planned this for just over a year and many of you reading this will be beginning your wedding planning journey too, so I hope this helps! Being a bridal wear designer, born from the passion to help brides be beautiful on a budget, I felt extra pressure to have a pretty spectacular wedding dress and bridesmaid dresses on our big day, without breaking the bank.

The bride demands perfection on her wedding day, and even though many feel the bride should be the feature, I wanted nothing less for my bridesmaids too. I chose soft peach for my reasonably priced bridesmaid dresses from BLU Wedding Boutique, in a halter neck style which is very flattering on any figure, and knee length with shabby chic chiffon for a romantic floaty effect. I considered the important aspect of what the dresses would photograph like when making this choice, and was not disappointed. The dresses were matched with plain nude coloured heels so they didn’t detract from the glitzy gowns, and these were purchased for $39. The brides dress should not only be pleasing to the eyes but it should enhance and accentuate the bride’s beauty and style as well. Draping across my stomach and lower back hid any bumps, perfect for feeling confident and comfortable with everyone looking at me.

The overall theme of our wedding was “rustic”, suited to our country barn venue, decorated with objects from our family history or items passed down to us. We had family members contribute including, the Groom’s Father with a 1950’s Land Cruiser that he and other family restored, Grandma’s bike she rode to work on, old family wedding photos from each set of images by miss amy elizabeth photography

parents and grandparents, and a basket of dress ups for the photo booth from the Bride’s Mother’s vintage collection.

We chose to put our money into the spectacular venue with a breath taking view (elevated looking over to the jagged mountain scape), food (our appreciation for cuisine was maximised after our time living in Europe), wine (after my time as a travelling winemaker), and entertainment (100 guests listening to acoustics in the ceremony, and dancing the night away to a live band). The feedback blew our minds, and guests raved it was the best wedding they had been to.

Mia’s tip that made her day perfection!

Have an engagement shoot - it will give you confidence posing for your wedding photos and help you get to know your photographer.

BLU Wedding Boutique was created because I believe you can look a million dollars on your day. Follow BLU Wedding Boutique to see our fairy tale unfold!

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Chalk it up & Wrap it

You will need...

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üClean Wine glasses

üChalk paint (Bunning’s)

üPaint brush

Submerge the stem of the glass into the pot of paint to the desired height.

If the base of your glass does not fit in the paint tin, simply pour the paint into container that will allow room for the base.

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Slowly bring the glass out of the paint, allowing the paint to drop off the glass.

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Gently tap the glass to encourage the paint to drip off.

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Leave to dry upside down. (You may need to wipe and excess paint gently with the paint brush)

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Once the glasses are dry, you can decorate as you please, these are great alternative to place cards or as favours for your guests.

win a $100 gift voucher Simply take a photo of you creating your very own chalk creation, wine glasses are fine, but if you have other ideas we’d love to see them! Send your photos in to us and go in the draw to $100 Chalk Art Magic gift voucher!

Email us at exposure@isaacweddings.com.au to enter.

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Isaac Weddings Napkin Ring

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Toilet Rolls Twine Hardware section

Discount variety store (3 rolls $2) Brass Keys Search ebay or craft stores Be creative, try a name card or thank you tags Cut the roll in half, cover with craft glue and continue with wrap the roll with twine , glue to secure and decorate with embellishments.

Hessian Runners with monogram These hessian runners are such an easy way to add an extra touch of rustic style to your wedding. Hessian fabric can be purchased from Spotlight for approximately $8 per metre and cut to desired length and width. Simply paint your monogram stencil onto the runner and don’t be affraid to get creative, use colours and styles to match your theme.

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Beg, Borrow and Budget We all know how expensive weddings can be, and when you have the everyday costs of living to cope with as well, planning a wedding on a tight budget can seem overwhelming. But there are ways to lower your costs and still have the wedding of your dreams.

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onsider an off the rack bridesmaid dress for your wedding C gown. Many bridal gown suppliers have these available in white, ivory or cream. It can save you hundreds and be equally as beautiful.

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IY favours. Homemade jam in jars is a lovely idea. (Start D saving jars early on, so you don’t have to purchase any.) And remember, many hands makes light work!

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D Foliage is usually much cheaper than flowers and can often be sourced from family and friend’s gardens. Talk to your florist about creative ways to keep your costs down.

If we had more room, this list would be endless! Have a brainstorming session with your support crew, eg: family, friends and bridal party and come up with your own cost cutting ideas for your big day. You’ll be surprised once you start thinking about it, just how creative you can be! Happy planning.

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FURNITURE & INTERIOR SPECIALISTS

BRIDAL SHOWER & GIFT REGISTRY Gift the bride and groom with beautiful furniture & interiors that will make their house their home!

Come and enjoy an array of tea’s, coffee’s, sandwiches/wraps, cakes and a bottle of bubbly!

Bring a minimum of 10 guests and let us do the rest! For as little as $20 per person and flexible booking times, what is there not to love?

L’Amour Home will donate an extra 20% towards your bride and groom’s Gift Voucher on top of what you contribute!

Contact us for booking times to suit you!

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two toasters too many!

Once upon a time, a boy met a girl. Then the boy courted the girl. An engagement soon followed, then a wedding and the boy and girl moved into their first home together. Wedding gifts were beautiful and practical; dinner sets, cutlery, toaster, jug and linen.

These days, the order in which these events occur might not be quite the same! So when it comes to choosing a wedding gift for a couple who have already lived together for some time, it can prove to be a somewhat difficult task. And for the couple who already have everything, fitting three toasters into their cupboard can also prove difficult!

But there is hope; because with the new trends of living, there are new trends in gift giving. For couples-to-be and potential gift givers... read on!

Many couples choose the option of a wishing well at their reception, where wedding guests can leave a gift of money to the newlyweds. Often times, the wedding invitation will inform you of this and the couple will advise that your gift will be put towards something significant, such as their honeymoon.

Gift registries are not a new invention but they are definitely growing in popularity with many gift and homeware shops now offering a gift registry service. Generally the couple will list a variety of items in all price ranges so that there will be a perfect gift to suit your budget. This service is fantastic, it takes the guessing game stress away and you know for certain you have purchased something the couple love.

Another great option offered by some businesses, L’Amour Home being one such business, is a wedding registry afternoon tea. The bride, her friends and family gather together in the store, indulge in coffee and cake and peruse the beautiful gifts.

The friends contribute towards a gift certificate for the lucky couple to spend within the store.

So there you have it; options for the couples and perhaps suggestions for gift givers to pass on to them! And remember, it never hurts to ask the couple themselves what they would like, after all if they’ve been together long enough, their toaster just might need replacing! Happy shopping, however you do it.

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As is expected, when we become engaged, our focus is solely on the wedding, the big day, the grand event. Many of us forget to think very far beyond that day, to what married life, with all its ups and downs can entail. So to find out, we thought we’d take a little waltz down memory lane, with a delightful couple by the name of Jim and Patricia Coburn.

Jim and Patricia are life long locals of Mackay, with Jim being born in Mackay in 1938. Patricia was also born in 1938, in Brisbane. They have been kind enough to share with us some memories of their impressive 53 year marriage and life together.

Jim and Patricia first met at Mackay Intermediate School (now Mackay Central State School) in 1950. They had similar interests in sport. Both played hockey and enjoyed skating which was where they first starting going together. Jim and one 40

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of his friends would escort Pat home after a night’s skating, a regular occurrence for several months, until the first night of the Mackay Show. Patricia went with several of her girlfriends and Jim with two of his friends, and at the end of that night Pat finally agreed to go to a movie with him on their push bikes.

Much of Jim and Patricia’s courting was spent, as it was in those days, riding their bikes everywhere; to sport, to Marian Falls, swimming at Eimeo beach and Mackay Harbour. Eventually Jim purchased a share in a 1953 FJ Holden with his elder brother and sister, or drove his father’s ute.

After going together for 5 years, Pat said to Jim “1960 is a leap year, so I think it’s time we got married”, to which Jim agreed and tells us he has been doing so ever since!

Pat and Jim were married in the Mackay Presbyterian Church on Macalister Street on the 6th February , 1960 at 2pm and the reception was in the Church of England Parish Hall.

Pat had her sister Lorna and Jim’s sister Ruth as bridesmaids and Jim had his friend Vic as best man and another friend, Bryson, as groomsman. Pat wore a white satin wedding gown overlaid with chiffon, and bridesmaids Lorna and Ruth wore apricot chiffon over apricot satin dresses. The ladies carried artificial bouquets.

The wedding day went smoothly. According to Jim, the women took many hours to pretty themselves up (nothing has changed there then!) while he worked until 12.30pm, got dressed, got married and was back at work at 7am the very next morning!

(Some things have definitely changed!) As he tells us; that was how it was then, lucky to have a job.

Patricia and Jim after they were married, lived in rented accommodation until they built the first of two homes, the second one in Ooralea being the family home for 37 years. They have two children, Trevor and Susan and 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

And we end with some very wise words from Jim.

“The secret to a long marriage is to be able to talk about any troubles, have good friends, and be happy with what you, have not what you would like to have. And do almost everything your wife requests.�

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Lucy Dillon for Brides, a name everyone recognises in relation to bridal fairs and showcases in Mackay. Lucy Dillon for Brides has two major events annually - the Mackay Wedding Showcase and Mackay Premier Annual Bridal Fair - each showcasing the very best this region has to offer in terms of wedding suppliers.

With a wide variety of exhibitors, friendly advice, demonstrations throughout the day, and special discounts on offer, couples have the opportunity to organise their wedding day – from engagement to honeymoon and beyond.

There’s nowhere else you need to go to find out all there is to know! Lucy Dillon for Brides.

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