Marry Me Margaret River 2019

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MARRY ME MARGARET RIVER magazine

THE PERFECT PLACE TO SAY 'I DO'

DINE IN STYLE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

CHOOSE YOUR DREAM ENGAGEMENT RING

Tying the knot in style WHETHER YOUR DREAM WEDDING IS IN THE GROUNDS OF A WINERY OR GLAMPING UNDER THE STARS, IT'S WAITING TO BE DISCOVERED IN THE MARGARET RIVER REGION.

Going to the chapel

The Howard Park Wine Chapel is the Margaret River region’s own enclave of luxury; providing a spectacular and rare wedding experience.

Architecturally designed and magnificently appointed, the allure lies in the seclusion and exclusivity of the site; not normally open to the public, but reserved for private wine tastings or degustation dining by appointment. It is the perfect marriage destination for the wine connoisseur couple, or those looking to craft a truly sophisticated and inimitable occasion. Only a limited number of bookings are accepted annually.

The Wine Chapel delivers a strong sense of elemental beauty. Chandeliers made from 45-year-old vines - from Howard Park’s oldest vineyard - are the distinguishing feature in the main tasting room. Surrounded by manicured gardens and tall marri and jarrah forest, heritage vines lie right on the doorstep of the private terrace, commanding impressive views beyond over the Willyabrup valley.

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is a bespoke, personalised affair due to the small quantity held. Your wedding may be the only encounter with this unique venue for many of your guests.

Howard Park provides experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime with unparalleled wines, divine food and outstanding service.

The Wine Chapel features a private wine tasting and dining room with uninterrupted views over the Leston Vineyard; a temperature-controlled wine cellar with rare examples from the

Howard Park museum; a Champagne lounge; foyer with wine magnum display; commercial kitchen and a panoramic outdoor terrace that holds various marquee configurations.

Perfectly private

Make your wedding accommodation as stylish and memorable as your wedding day by staying in a luxurious Private Properties holiday home, or two.

As well as providing the perfect pre-wedding space for the bridal

TIME OUT Stay in luxury as you prepare for the big day - Private Properties have a luxurious collection of holiday homes in the region.

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party, you’ll also be able to use your Private Properties holiday home for photographs, last-minute beauty treatments or for a privately-catered dinner for your in-house guests.

You’ll easily find holiday homes to suit your specific requirements. Many Private Properties holiday homes can accommodate 10 to 12 guests, and many have swimming pools, ocean views and beach access in some of the best locations in the south west, including Eagle Bay, Meelup, Bunker Bay and Yallingup hill.

David Moyes from Private Properties said the high level of personal service they provided to guests was important to brides and grooms, making the business a popular go-to for wedding accommodation.

“Booking your bridal party, family and guests into inspirational holiday homes is made easy with the team at Private Properties,” he said.

“With a number of luxury homes

available in close proximity to one another comes the option to have one house for the bridesmaids, another for the groomsmen, and one for family and friends. Our houses are also close to some of the best ceremony locations and wedding reception venues in the south west.

“The couple getting married will often then use one of their booked holiday homes for a honeymoon stay after the wedding.”

“It is increasingly common for the groom to arrange the accommodation, and holiday homes near the beach seem to be amongst the most popular.

“Our holiday homes are typically in high demand for weddings in February and March, so we recommend people book 12 months in advance to lock in the holiday homes that best suit their needs.”

Private Properties also offers a concierge service to arrange little extras like a fully-stocked fridge, assistance with transfers and in-house chefs To find out more visit privateproperties.com.au.

Margaret River Retreat (image by @the.barefoot.photographer)

Beautiful simplicity

If you’re looking for a wedding destination that’s authentic and epitomises this part of the world, look no further than Margaret River Retreat.

It offers an event venue within reach of the majestic Boranup Forest National Park and surrounding Margaret River wine region.

The venue offers flexible and valuefilled accommodation and venue options for your wedding ceremony, reception or special event, featuring

THE WINE CHAPEL Celebrate your occasion at the internationally award-winning home of sparkling wine in Margaret River. Wedding receptions and ceremonies at Howard Park’s enclave of luxury.

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warming drinks, cosy log fires and space to hold your ceremony and reception for up to 250 guests seated and 500 cocktail style brides will be celebrating the stormy skies!

The venue is perfectly located in the middle of the Margaret River region on the iconic Caves Road, with lakeside views. Although the dining hall is open plan, the stone and timber features and soft lighting create a beautifully warm space – particularly when the log fires are blazing.

The cellar door space is perfect for more intimate weddings for 50 seated or 100 cocktail-style. The Caves Road Collective team loves its brides and grooms to make venue theirs for theoff-grid day. a mix the of eco-glamping tents, Executive Chef Hayden Vink’s winter safari cabins and self-contained studio menus feature estate-grown and regional accommodations. produce with location options for canapes,for shared “Our farm is perfect dining, set menus and more. country style weddings for up to 100 With says a selection that includes guests,” Sonia Edwards fromwhole slow roasted lamb shoulder, baked Margaret River Retreat. “Character salmon, duck breast with poached white weatherboards provide the pears, fresh oysters and cured meataand perfect backdrop for seating under cheese grazing tables, guests can naked marquee, popped up teepeeeat or like royalty. simply use one of our intimate, rustic Because Caves Road Collective is a dining spaces. brewery and winery and blends its own “Our comprehensive wedding spirits, they can also go the extra mile coordination services and regional to provide an array of gorgeous winter vendor partners can assist you in cocktails and drinks.

Think mulled bringing all of your ideas together. Just wine, spices gin & get in mulled touch tocider, book winter a tour or visit our tonic, apple and rhubarb cocktails and website to find out more.” berry ginger champagne cocktails just for starters!

The team can also provide bespoke experiences for bridal parties, groomsmen, and groups pre or post wedding. Groomsmen are invited to Be a Brewer for a Day and hang out with head brewers Shannon and Adam and get involved in the making of their delicious brews. This experience costs just $60 per person which includes

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Join the retreat online too for upcoming retreats and happenings Visit margaretriverretreat.com.au

Star in your very own love story

A wedding venue is where life as a married couple begins. It is where vows are made, first dances are danced and family and friends gather to celebrate your union as newly-weds. As one of the most important decisions for your tasting day, and choose brewing experience, lunch special Aravina Estate and a pint of choice for a maximum and with your dedicated wedding co-of 10 people. ensure every detail is cared ordinator weddings are fabulous for a forWinter so you can start married life together budget-conscious wedding planners. on your dream wedding day.

Because it’sEstate off-peak season, the Aravina encapsulates Caves Road Collective canwedding provide the epitome of a romantic special pricing packages. Speak to the venue’s dedicated wedding guru

destination, with its rolling vineyards, sparkling lakes and perfectly manicured gardens. Whether you and your partner dream of an elegant and luxurious reception in the award-winning estate’s chandelier-lit events room, an intimate ceremony under the wedding arbour in the gardens, or dancing the night away in the atmospheric barrel room, Aravina Estate has something for every couple.

To find out more, visit aravinaestate.com/ pages/weddings

Snap happy

Looking for something extra special for your post-ceremony photo shoot?

Scenic Helicopters fly the newlyweds and a photographer to an exclusive and beautiful coastal photoshoot location, such as Cape Naturaliste or Injidup Coves. If desired, they can even have the lovebirds back at the venue within an hour, with plenty of time to party on at the reception. For an extra special touch, why not fly the bridal party to arrive in style at the ceremony?

For more information about Scenic Helicopter’s offerings, visit Georgia Dodd about availability and scenichelicopters.com.au pricing. Georgia can also introduce couples to cheeky hand-picked Tying a knotwinter wedding specialist stylists, Escape to a majesticflorists, open-aired setting, photographers, videographers, nestled in the heart of Margaret River's celebrants, entertainers, hair andviews wine region, with breathtaking make-up artists and more. of the rolling hills and vines. Exchange Call Georgia on 0406 070 629 or email georgia@blackbrewingco.com.au

Ramada Resort Dunsborough

Be moved by the west, leave the rest to us.

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your wedding vows underneath the shade of the trees while overlooking the sparkling lagoon.

Offering a romantic and timeless landscape combined with a venue of rustic charm. The team at Cheeky Monkey can personalise your wedding beyond your imagination with exquisite dining options, fine wines and craft beer.

The large indoor dining area features an open fireplace adding to the rural allure, while the outdoor alfresco and decked area leads out onto the jetty, overlooking the crystal water.

Located at the top of the vineyard is Burton Farmhouse, spacious

PLANNING AHEAD You are invited to The Margaret River Wedding Expo, the south west region’s inaugural wedding fair. The Margaret River Wedding Expo will be held at Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co’s Caves Road venue on February 16, from 10 am till 2 pm.

The venue and landscape itself provide a stunning backdrop in which to exhibitors will present and demonstrate their skills, products and services to future brides and grooms. There will be a number of different business at the expo located inside the venue, outside and around the lake, here the bride or groom to be can meet and chat to each individual business and see what they offer and how they can bring something magical to their special day.

The aim of this fair is to bring together a variety of skills and trades to showcase to visitors what we in the south west have to offer. Guests will see that the region and its skilled tradespeople can far exceed their expectations and provide local, professional quality services that can turn their dreams into a reality.

accommodation for up to 12 guests. It has six bedrooms, large living spaces, alfresco, playroom and an entertaining area, providing a perfect start and end to your wedding celebrations.

Visit burtonfarmhouse.com.au

Make your own history

The original Caves House Hotel and Apartments, Yallingup has been in existence since 1904. If you are looking for romance and history, then Caves House Hotel and Apartments has it all.

The rebuilt (in 1938) hotel and additional 15 self- contained apartments is surrounded by 15 acres of heritage listed gardens and is just a 15-minute walk to the beach. It is the ideal wedding venue offering glorious Art Deco 1930s accommodation and function rooms. Refurbished only four years ago by owners Libby and Neil Jilley, today it offers beautiful old world romance and charm.

If it’s a garden setting you are after for your wedding ceremony, then you’ll have 15 acres to choose from. Choose privacy down by the old pump station and stream or closer to the hotel on one of our three levels of gardens allowing for a leisurely walk by your guests to the hotel for refreshments prior to the function.

Within the hotel complex, there’s a choice of six venues to choose from for your function. Whether you would like a marquee on the Emily Rose Lawn

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Abbey Beach Resort MAKING MEMORIES Whether you choose the historic grounds of Caves House (left), or sand between your toes at Abbey Beach Resort (right), the Margaret River region has a wedding setting for all.

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or cocktails by fairy lights under the beautiful Moreton Bay fig tree on the Emily Rose Terrace, or intimacy at the Old Winery or inside one of the three function rooms (the beautiful Yallingup Room, private Injidup Room or chic black and white Ngilgi Room).

The experienced and caring function managers, Linda and Jen, are only too happy to make your day perfect for you, and can assist in tailoring both the wedding and “afters” function to suit all of your needs.

Please also check out the Weddings Facebook page and the Caves House Wedding section on the website to see more photos. Email functions@ychh.com.au for more information or call (08) 9750 1888.

Happy days

Happs Estate

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Happs Estate, naturally blends the beauty of the Australian bushland with sweeping lawns and colourful gardens.

The stunning amphitheatre, winery and pottery spaces overlook the valley beyond, creating a perfect setting for your ceremony and reception with an intimate party or a guest list of up to 120 people.

At Happs there are many beautiful options available for the set up of your

ceremony and reception. The partially sheltered alfresco structure is a popular reception location providing the perfect place to set up your bar, tables, entertainment and dance floor. This space overlooks a natural amphitheatre and expansive garden areas ideal for your ceremony and celebratory drinks.

There’s also an area that is fit for a marquee and the indoor wine lounge is also perfect for a small reception of up to 30 people. Happs is a dog-friendly estate so your furry friends are welcome to be part of your day.

Happs offer a large range of wines including two beautiful sparkling wines to celebrate your special day. BYO beer and cider is also allowed.

The team at Happs Estate look forward to welcoming your enquiries and sharing what the offer at Happs Margaret River, a natural beauty.

Visit happs.com.au

Sand between your toes

The perfect wedding requires a unique and breathtakingly beautiful location.

Abbey Beach Resort offers just such a truly romantic wedding venue. Imagine having the perfect beachfront garden wedding in its landscaped gardens, saying “I do” in front of your family and friends, then popping to the beach for your photographs, as the sun begins to set. Create the wedding memories of a lifetime, whether it’s a large or intimate reception that you’re after.

At Abbey Beach Resort you will be

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spoilt for choice. The resort’s versatile and spectacular ballroom will sweep you off your feet. The John Abbey Bar and Terrace are perfect for a more relaxed reception with canapés and cocktails. All you need to do is start planning the wedding of your dreams.

Visit abbeybeach.com.au

Keeping it country

Eight Willows Retreat is a picturesque 75-acre property surrounded by the iconic south west jarrah forest, located in the heart of the Margaret River region on Metricup Road, just north of Margaret River and south of Busselton and Dunsborough.

Let the retreat’s friendly team coordinate all of the magic required; from bridal party and guest accommodation to ceremony and reception set up, packdown and wedding planning, relieving all the wedding planning stresses, so you can enjoy the weekend away with your loved ones celebrating the new journey into married life.

Choose your own ceremony location with options of lake side, parkland garden or the bush chapel.

There are many unique bridal party photo locations available on-site such as beside Carters Road, the lake, natural bush-land, Orchard, Olive Plantation and Celestial Bay vineyards.

The stylish lakeside function centre offers panoramic views overlooking the lake, while the bushland and vines offer a spectacular framing of outdoor scenery with the sweeping veranda alfresco adding to the versatility of this all-weather venue.

Eight Willows Retreat exclusive wedding packages include: • Luxury furniture and styling; • Ceremony and reception venue choice; • Luxury accommodation (can sleep a total of 80 guests); • Catering provided by Supper Road;

WEDDINGS • ROMANTIC GETAWAYS

Spring is in the air and there is no better place to enjoy such beautiful weather than at Caves House Hotel Yallingup.

Whether it be for; breakfast, lunch dinner or one of our famous High Teas served on our Terrace overlooking our heritage listed gardens you would find no better location than right here with us.

Speaking of gardens we have acres of it and on three different terraced levels. There are many beautiful spots to hold your wedding ceremony or reception. Why not contact our Functions Manager on functions@ychh.com.au to find out more.

Events this spring include; live entertainment seven days a week (check out our website to see who is performing), The Vintage Festival (9th November) as well as our ever popular Summer Fest (7th December).

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• Beverage packages; and • Wedding planning to on-day coordination.

For more information, visit eightwillowsretreat.com.au

Say I do with a view

At Bunkers Beach House, your fairytale begins right at the water’s edge. With spectacular vistas across the crystalclear waters and white sands of Bunker Bay, Bunkers Beach House is, quite simply, a dream wedding venue.

Located in the heart of the worldrenowned Margaret River wine region, Bunkers Beach House is one of the few absolute beachfront restaurants in Western Australia, and has boardwalk access straight across the beautiful white sand to the Indian Ocean. Nestled in the dunes along the secluded northfacing beach, it is the perfect setting to celebrate your dream wedding ceremony and reception.

The restaurant’s large alfresco timber deck allows your guests room to relax and celebrate with the gently lapping waves as a backdrop. The unique setting is matched by superb food created by a dedicated team of chefs, now led by executive chef Guy Jeffreys and head chef Jason Van Druten. The new and imaginative menus reflect an emphasis on fresh, local produce and sustainably-sourced seafood, and can be

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customised to individual requirements.

Bunkers Beach House offers a range of outstanding Western Australian wines to complement any menu, including varieties from the nearby awardwinning Deep Woods Estate.

Visit bunkersbeachhouse.com.au

Brews and views

With sweeping views over rural landscape, bushland and overlooking the Indian Ocean, Eagle Bay Brewing Co offers you the perfect place to celebrate your wedding.

Located in the north western corner of the Margaret River wine region, this relaxed and contemporary venue is within easy reach of Eagle Bay, Bunker Bay, Dunsborough and Yallingup. The picturesque surroundings and spaces inspire a range of weddings from a casual and relaxed celebration to something a little more formal, with the flexibility to be transformed and create your own individual look and feel for a truly memorable event.

The EBBC team are passionate about creating beautiful celebrations with professional and customised event planning.

“We take great care and will look after all of your ideas, coordination and styling,” says Kaitlin Kenyon, function manager. “Along with our Head Chef

Rupert Brown will work with you to choose the right menu and beverage options and tailor how you choose to eat, drink and enjoy - to make sure you all have the absolute best time.

“We look forward to sharing Eagle Bay Brewing Co with you and creating memorable moments.”

Say hi to Kaitlin at: functions@ eaglebaybrewing.com.au or visit eaglebaybrewing.com.au

The complete package

Say hello to your dream Margaret River wedding destination.

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Dunsborough provides a breathtaking setting for your dream Margaret River wedding, with superb ceremony and reception options.

The Dunsborough resort boasts stunning grounds, direct beach access, beautiful gardens, a wedding chapel and reception venues. You can choose to wed in an intimate beach ceremony, exchange vows in a picture perfect garden setting or opt for a classic, romantic ceremony in the custom designed wedding chapel.

The Bayview Ballroom, pre-function lounge and terrace is located on the first floor of the resort (with lift access), offering magnificent ocean views over Geographe Bay. The resort can cater for 60 to 220

guests for a modern and stylish cocktail party, or up to 150 guests for a traditional three-course sit-down dinner. The experienced events team can take care of all your needs and design a wedding package to suit your individual needs.

There are flexible packages showcasing local cuisine and an extensive wine list that can be tailored to suit individual requirements. Choose from: • Private wedding chapel • Beach and poolside ceremony options • Picturesque lawn and romantic gardens • Ocean view function rooms with fireplace and terrace • Intimate restaurant and bar • Alfresco restaurant terrace • Experienced events team • Tailored wedding arrangements and special guest care services Visit ramadaresortdunsborough.com.au

Forest Rise Chalets and Lodge

Romance personified

Forest Rise Chalets and Lodge offers privacy and the flexibility of BYO so you can create your own signature event.

The peaceful destination provides an amazing location to host your entire event by providing both venue and stunning accommodation, so your closest family and friends can stay and continue the celebrations.

Centrally located within the Margaret River wine region, there's a beautiful grand gazebo over the stunning lake,

with the grassed expanse adjacent capable of hosting a marquee for large events. The Lodge and its private surrounds provide the perfect place for a more intimate gathering.

Forest Rise offers ten 4½-star rated luxury spa chalets. This includes eight, one-bedroom chalets within a secluded forest: and two, two-bedroom chalets situated by the private lake.

Majestically set on the edge of a

private forest with open views across rolling paddocks, The Lodge is a four bedroom, five bathroom five-star rated premium residence.

It boasts a designer kitchen which overlooks the dining and grand living room, complete with open fireplace.

The entertaining space leads to a large outdoor deck with private pool and outdoor spa.

Visit forestrise.com.au

Premium wedding accommodation specialists Beautiful architecture, jaw-dropping locations and every creature comfort you could possibly wish for.

All in the service of a simple idea: to create an experience that will live on in your memory long after the sun has set.

Contact our Booking Consultants to discuss your wedding accommodation requirements.

www.privateproperties.com.au | Tel +61 8 9750 5444 Sea House, Yallingup

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Aravina Estate

Manicured gardens and Hamptons styled interiors make Aravina Estate a highly sought-after wedding venue. But it’s not just the surrounds that are stunning, the food is acclaimed as well. With executive chef Ben Day at the helm, you’re sure to remember your special day for the occasion, as well as for the food. In a recent review in The West Australian, food critic Rob Broadfield said: “Ben Day’s food is superb. No, seriously. It’s out-of-the-box good.”

Ben says that his philosophy is to keep it simple and let the ingredients shine.

“Our focus is on the very best of WA produce, from Wagin poultry and Pemberton marron to Margaret River venison. You’ll also see a consistent use of native and foraged ingredients throughout the menu with local

macadamia, quandong, lemon myrtle to name a few.”

Lamont’s at Smiths Beach Resort

The pristine location, just a stone’s throw away from the beautiful Smiths Beach, needs only your imagination to bring it to life for your special celebration. Add to that some serious clout in the kitchen led by Kate Lamont who has 30 years hospitality experience, and your taste buds will also be celebrating.

Delectable menu choices include canapés like duck rillette with homemade whisky marmalade and pumpkin and goats cheese tartlets, or start with jarrah smoked salmon and panzanella salad before moving to prosciutto and sage wrapped free range chicken breast, confit chats, grilled artichoke, tapenade, and finish

with drunken fig pudding, salted butterscotch sauce and vanilla bean ice cream. There are many other mouthwatering choices, all prepared with expert care.

Rustico at Hayshed Hill

For a rustic vineyard wedding, Rustico at Hayshed Hill offers tapas, shared plates and Mediterranean-style fare.

Think personalised blackboards, fire pits, festoon lighting and dancing on the deck. Get the party going with

Australia and is the perfect setting for a more formal wedding. On the plate, head chef Santi Fernandez showcases the best of Margaret River produce, either sourced from their kitchen garden or local suppliers.

“Spring is a time of renewal in our organically-farmed vineyards and one of the most dynamic seasons to be celebrating the region,” says Santi.

“We use only the freshest seasonal produce for our wedding feasts. Linecaught local fish pairs beautifully with

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some jugs of rosé, raspberry and ginger sangria, gin tasting paddles and cocktails including French martini, mojito and pisco sour. Not forgetting that Hayshed Hill is a winery that also makes labels Kerrigan and Berry and Pitchfork. Keep the food casual but absolutely tasty with tapas of fried goat’s cheese with orange blossom honey, Abrolhos Island scallops, cauliflower puree and tobiko, Harvey Beef carpaccio with cashel blue, pickled walnuts and wasabi rocket, and pork belly with onion and burnt apple. Add paella or pizza or both if you're hungry. To finish, try a dessert tasting plate or a selection of the finest European cheeses.

Voyager Estate

Voyager Estate has quite possibly the prettiest rose garden in Western

fresh crab, baby peas, pistachio cream, preserved lemon and our delicate 2017 chardonnay. Or inspired by our 2014 cabernet sauvignon with its core of vibrant sweet black and red berry fruit, we love serving lamb shoulder with pickled yellow mustard, new season green Torbay asparagus and nettle puree garnished with herbs plucked straight out of our kitchen garden.”

Cheeky Monkey

With a name like Cheeky Monkey, a wedding at this brewery promises to guarantee fun. A more casual wedding venue offering, the configurable space opens out on to a super-sized raised deck, offering an outdoor wedding and function venue with spectacular views over the vineyard. From burgers to Parisian gnocchi, baked camembert and

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Arimia Cheeky Monkey

Korean ribs, to pizza, grass fed bone-in sirloin and chilli con carne, the menu is perfectly matched to the seven beers and ciders on tap.

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Destination Weddings Corporate and Private Events Boutique 4.5 star Accommodation 266 Metricup Road, Metricup, WA

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It feels like a secret mission arriving at Arimia, driving down a dirt road to a tucked away hideaway nestled among the trees that decorate Cape Clairault ridge. It’s completely off the grid, powered by the sun and watered by the rain. The restaurant area can be enclosed or extended onto the open-air deck for the reception. Whether your celebration is an intimate gathering for family and friends or a more lavish affair, Arimia caters for all spectrums.

Chef Evan Hayter’s modern fare sources as much home-grown and local produce as possible, including the seasonal ingredients grown in their own garden, as well as their own raised pork and trout. A feast is guaranteed with dishes like Augusta whiting, soy and salt bush

foam and semillon vinaigrette, or braised pork leg ragout, pancetta, pecorino, prosciutto, handmade tagliatelle, and white grape cheesecake, buckwheat biscuit and beetroot sherbet to finish.

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For a grand feast fit for 200 of your nearest and dearest, Xanadu has the

Feast on dishes of crumbed camembert and asparagus salad with raspberry vinaigrette . . .

Celebrating provenance

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setting and capability for a big celebration.

The beautiful high-ceiling restaurant is a gorgeous setting to indulge in an evening of food, wine and celebration with chef Melissa Kokoti delivering a menu to delight the senses. Indulge in glazed pork belly, cauliflower, apple pinenut and currants, smoked duck breast with beetroot, labne, orange and pickled fig, slow cooked lamb shoulder with hummus and tzatziki, king prawns with gremolata and finish with yoghurt panna cotta, baklava or rosewater dumplings, pistachio and saffron ice cream.

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There are six stunning locations for a wedding reception at Caves House

Hotel Yallingup: The Emily Rose Lawn (level one) , Emily Rose Terrace, the Yallingup Room, the Injidup Room, the Nigligi Room as well as their very private Winery Garden. Wellmanicured lawns surrounded by shady palms can be “dressed” as a glamorous picnic with food to match, or set up with long alfresco tables and fully serviced multi-course sit down dining, buffet or banquet under a romantic canopy or marquee. Feast on dishes of crumbed camembert and asparagus salad with raspberry vinaigrette, herb crusted lamb cutlet, prosciutto wrapped chicken with sage and onion stuffing on roast butternut risotto cake, grilled snapper on mushroom risotto with citrus hollandaise, fillet mignon with duchess potato and mushroom jus and then finish with crème brulée with berry compote and biscotti, sticky date pudding and ice cream or individual pavola with strawberry coulis and Chantilly cream, or why not ask for a grazing table of delicious delights?

Celebrating connection to place

Celebrating your connection Treat your guests to an extraordinary meal of seasonal organically-grown-and-raised produce, accompanied by Estate wines of purity and complexity, in our truly unique bushland setting. www.arimia.com.au wine@arimia.com.au

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Diamonds are forever

Choosing a beautiful engagement or wedding ring is an important decision. Local jewellers are happy to work closely with you, to design something extra special.

Nina’s While there’s no denying the timeless appeal of a classic white diamond solitaire bracketed by delicate gold bands, recent years have seen the rise of the modern bride - an individual who is determined to celebrate her day, her way. And this approach extends right to the tips of her fingers, with an increase in coloured diamonds, fancy diamond shapes and modern styles all finding a place within contemporary bridal looks and wedding and anniversary bands.

But with diamonds available in every colour under the sun, how do you know the right colour? The right shape? The right style? All on a budget, ethically sourced and expertly set? Why, by consulting an expert of course! That’s where a Nina’s Jewellery GIA certified Diamond and Design Specialist comes in. With two luxury showrooms, one located next to the Argyle Diamond Mine in Kununurra and the other right here in the south west, Nina’s Jewellery are the premium destination for all your wedding day sparkle.

With their workshop in Dunsborough, all of their custom designs are crafted from Australian gold using modern design technology and cutting edge crafting techniques

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ABOVE Nina’s Valkyrie radiant cut yellow diamond ring, Forever 0.70 Carat white diamond solitaire engagement ring, Radiance pear cut yellow diamond ring LEFT Nina’s Maya champagne diamond solitaire, Maya Cape yellow solitaire and Forever white diamond solitaire engagement rings.

TOP Nina’s Trillium Argyle pink diamond engagement ring, Nina’s Trio Argyle pink diamond wedding ring

by their onsite team of diamond experts, design specialists and Master Jewellers. Whether designing your wedding bands, choosing your bridal jewellery or looking for gifts for your bridal party, Nina’s Jewellery carry or can source an unparalleled range of natural Australian coloured diamonds and South Sea pearls, specialising in the rarest and most beautiful diamonds of all, pink diamonds.

Being one of just 30 Argyle Pink Diamond Select Ateliers, Nina’s Jewellery celebrates a long and very special relationship with the Argyle Diamond Mine - the only true reliable source of pink diamonds in the world.

In possession of invoice #0001, Nina’s purchased the very first diamonds from this mine over 30 years ago, and to this day use these exclusively Australian treasures in their one-of-a-kind designs.

This mine is responsible for 90% of the worlds pink diamonds, and is due

to close in 2020, meaning these stones of scarcity are about to become even harder to come by - making this the perfect time to say ‘I do’ with a little pink sparkle, before they are all gone.

Nina’s also have a rare opportunity for the gentlemen - having just launched their new men's ring collection from Infinity, a fully customisable range that allows your man to design his ring to suit his taste and budget. With his choice of width, metal type, metal colour, finish and design, these rings are all made to order. And once your bands are sorted, what about the wedding day look - jewellery you and your family will always treasure?

The lustrous satin finish of pearls are the perfect way to accentuate your bridal look - and Nina’s stock the widest selection of premium South Sea and Tahitian pearls in the south west. From classic creamy white, to peacock green and silvery grey, through to incandescent gold, there’s a pearl earring or pendant perfect for every bride.

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ABOVE Nina’s Calla Argyle pink diamond square cut halo ring, Nina’s Amara Argyle pink diamond marquise cut halo ring and Nina’s Wisteria Argyle pink diamond round cut halo ring.

John Miller Design At John Miller Design, the team creates bespoke and personalised wedding and engagement rings. The team loves to work with discerning clients who want something completely unique, and not made by the thousands in factories offshore.

“We use a multitude of hand-working techniques and our own hand-made tools,” says John Miller. “We like to produce a wide range of pieces, from the classical, elegant and understated through to more adventurous and even crazy-dangerous designs.”

Recent designs include multi gold or mixed gold rings with up to six gold and platinum alloys, including Kalgoorlie nugget gold.

“We also offer CAD services, so you can see your rings in 3D prior to creation,” says John. “All our diamonds and gems are ethically sourced. More significant stones come with laboratory certification.

“We have a strong commitment to sustainability and a policy of treating our staff like family and we enjoy working with our customers one-on-one and offer free cleaning and polishing for life.”

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Mention this advert prior to confirming your wedding at Xanadu to receive a *10% discount on your event beverage package. *conditions apply

Contact: (08) 9758 9505 info@xanaduwines.com Address: 316 Boodjidup Road, Margaret River Conveniently located within 5km from the heart of Margaret River

Create memories to last a lifetime over generous tables abundant with beautiful food and wine, liberal plantings of ornamental trees and our stunning indoor-outdoor spaces.

From the moment we first meet, our experienced team take care of every detail with meticulous care, ensuring your wedding day is seamless, unique and unforgettable.

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Payet The Payet brothers - Francois and Nicholas - have been handcrafting jewellery for over 30 years.

Born in a small fishing village in the Seychelles, their childhood was poor in material wealth but rich in natural beauty. In the early 1970s, their family immigrated to Melbourne where Francois’ interest in jewellery design progressed to owning four successful retail outlets.

Nicolas Payet joined Francois in the late 1980s, at this time the brothers started to design and make the first pieces of Payet jewellery.

It was also in Melbourne that Francois met the love of his life, Cate. With rings handmade by Francois, the couple slipped away to his island home in the Seychelles and were married on a secluded beach. Francois and Cate visited Margaret River on a holiday, they were immediately taken by the raw beauty of the landscape and inspired by the vibrant energy of the region.

In 2006, with his brother Nicolas and their families, Francois and Cate relocated to Margaret River, where they satisfied their life-long dream of building and working from a purpose built gallery.

Payet jewellery tells a story, each piece drawing inspiration from hidden treasures found in the natural environment. Beautifully crafted, sophisticated yet simple designs accentuate the use of sparkling gemstones and luscious pearls set in yellow, rose and white gold, palladium and silver. Payet have assisted many couples in selecting engagement and wedding rings personalised to their specific requirements and welcome you to explore their stunning range.

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TOP Broome Mabe pearl and diamond pendant and earring set in 18ct yellow gold with leaf detail.

ABOVE Green sapphire set in 18ct yellow gold coral design and emerald and diamonds set in 18ct yellow gold textured ring.

ABOVE RIGHT White diamond set in 18ct gold bubbles design and ruby and diamond set in 18ct yellow gold textured ring.

Some of the most stunning rock formations in the South West.

DUNSBOROUGH • KUNUNURRA

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Centrepoint Shopping Centre, 55 Dunn Bay Rd, Dunsborough • Kununurra Shopping Centre, Konkerberry Dr, Kununurra W W W. N I N A S . C O