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One Love, One Life, One Venue An experience that will change your life, At Villa Botanica, we don’t regard your wedding as just a day but an exciting new journey that will stay with you for the rest of your life.

The journey starts from the moment you book, with our online planning system plus dedicated team supporting you all the way through to your unforgettable day at Australia’s most exquisite wedding venue, located in the heart of the spectacular Whitsundays.

“When we first laid eyes on Villa Botanica, it felt like it was made just for us, we couldn’t imagine getting married anywhere else. It transformed our wedding from being just another day, to something truly life changing, not just for us, but for all our guests as well.”

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contents

6 DRESSING THE BRIDE

3 ADVERTISERS INDEX 6 DRESSING THE BRIDE

Choosing Your Gown

7 Designer Profiles

20 REAL LIFE WEDDINGS

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Real Life Wedding Inspo Belinda + Marty Keisha + Isaac Sharyce + Joseph Katarina + Andrew Seana + Belinda Casey + Nathan Zepporah + Jacques

62 DRESSING THE GROOM 62 MOTHER OF THE BRIDE 63 PHOTOGRAPHY 68 PLANNING 70 Planning Checklist

72 EXPOS

Nick Murray Photographer

73 Plan Your Perfect Day

78 HEALTH & BEAUTY 81 CAKES 84 CEREMONY

Your Ceremony Your Choice

87 CELEBRANTS 91 STYLING & HIRE 94 UNIQUE EXTRAS 96 TRADITIONS 97 BOMBONIERE 98 ENTERTAINMENT 100 TRANSPORT 102 CATERING 103 RECEPTIONS 126 HONEYMOON & ACCOMMODATION 128 ANNIVERSARIES

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Headland Golf Club www.headlandgolfclub.com.au

All Occasions Speciality Cakes www.alloccasionsspecialitycakes.com.au

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Highfields Cultural Centre www.tr.qld.gov.au/HCC

Angie je Studio www.angieje.com.au

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Holy Trinity Valley Church www.trinityvalley.org.au

Ann Ricketts Celebrant www.annricketts-celebrant.com.au

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At Stellas atstellas.com.au

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b BellaDonna By Wendy Makin www.belladonnagowns.com.au

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Black Jacket Suiting www.blackjacketsuiting.com.au

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Brigitte Stanton Celebrant www.brigittestantoncelebrant.com.au

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Broadway Chapel www.broadwaychapel.com

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c Candy Addictions www.candyaddictions.com.au

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Carla Shay Design www.facebook.com/Carla-ShayDesign-122527437830009/

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Champagne Carriages www.champagnecarriages.tripod.com

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Cherrabah Resort www.cherrabah.com.au

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City Golf Club www.citygolf.com.au

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Clear Smiles Orthodontics www.clearsmilesorthodontics.com.au

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Complete Party & Marquee Hire www.completepartyhire.com.au

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d Darling & Co www.darlingpaddington.com.au

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Drayhorse Shires www.drayhorseshires.com

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e Exceptional Dental www.exceptionaldental.com.au

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f First Class Functions www.firstclassfunctions.com.au

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Flaxton Gardens www.flaxtongardens.com.au

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Fox Fashions www.biggirlsfashion.com.au

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Fusion Elements www.fusionelements.com.au

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g Gainsborough Greens Golf Club www.gainsboroughgolf.com.au

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Globe Trotters Cruise & Touring www.globe-trotters.com.au/honeymoons

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Gold Coast/Brisbane Pop Up Weddings www.goldcoastpopupweddings.com Granite Belt Brewery www.granitebeltbrewery.com.au

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Palmer Gold Coast www.palmergolf.com.au

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Robyn Haley Civil Marriage Celebrant www.idosayido.com.au

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Rotary Broadwater Chapel by the sea www.rotarychapel.com.au

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Kaimi & Co www.facebook.com/vintagebykaimi/

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Karen Faa Celebrant www.karenfaa.com

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Kari Celebrations www.karicelebrations.com

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KJ Artistry www.kjartistry.com

Skin Deep Cosmetic Clinic www.skindeepcc.com.au

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Skylighter Fireworks www.skylighter.com.au

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So Cake www.socake.com.au

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Special Occasions Hire and Accessories www.special-occasions.com.au

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Leigh Warner Weddings www.leighwarnerweddings.com.au

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Little White Chair www.littlewhitechair.com

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LM Images www.LMimages.com.au

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m MacArthur Chambers Apartments www.macarthurchambers.com.au

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Margaret McCormack Celebrant www.margaretannemccormack.com

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Margaret Murray Celebrant www.mmurraycelebrant.com

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Mercure Gold Coast Resort www.mercuregoldcoastresort.com.au

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Minx Contemporary Hair Boutique www.minxcontemporaryhairboutique.com.au

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Neal Foster Celebrant www.celebrantbrisbane.com.au

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YES! Entertainment www.yesentertainment.com.au

Nick Murray Photographer www.nickmurray.com.au

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Your Local Wedding Guide Expos www.weddingguide.com.au

Noosa Party Hire www.noosapartyhire.com.au

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Noosa VIP Limousines www.noosaviplimousines.com

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Your Lucky Chimney Sweep www.weddingguide.com.au/directorylisting/your-lucky-chimney-sweep

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Oceans Mooloolaba www.oceansmooloolaba.com.au

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WELCOME LETTER Congratulations on your upcoming wedding… this magazine is made for you!

Our number one aim is to introduce you to a range of wedding professionals to help you plan your wedding and this guide is a great starting point. Use in conjunction with our website to find out a bit more about your selected professionals, plus visit our wedding expos and before you know it - you’ll have your wedding all planned and organised!

We hope you enjoy our 2020 edition of Your Local Wedding Guide Queensland which features many of the best local wedding products and services for your special day, plus lots of gorgeous wedding fashion and real life wedding stories to inspire and provide a glimpse of what’s to come!

We’ve added the magazine online at www.WeddingGuide.com.au, so now you can look us up anytime, plus connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter for more Inso, tips and expo news as you embark on your wedding journey.

We wish you the best of luck with your wedding planning, and much happiness and good fortune in your marriage.

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CONGRATULATIONS! You are about to embark on one of the most important events of your life

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CHOOSING YOUR GOWN

Every Bride wants to look stunning on her wedding day, and finding ‘The One’ - that perfect gown that makes you feel just right, is an important step towards achieving this.

When shopping for your gown, consider the style of your wedding and the season you’ll be married. Most of us have a general idea of what we would like in a wedding gown, but remember to keep an open mind. Designers agree that when it comes to bridal gowns, you need to try on a number of different styles as you never know what might make you look and feel amazing.

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“A FUSION OF VINTAGE GLAMOUR AND CLASSIC STYLING.” french collection

BY WENDY MAKIN

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Wendy Makin has been making brides beautiful for almost 30 years and she continues designing and creating dream wedding gowns for brides worldwide. The french collection by Wendy Makin are no exception to the quality of fabrics and design synonymous with the brand over this time.

A Wendy Makin bride is sleek, classic and above all, effortless in style. Our french collection by Wendy Makin is a fusion of vintage glamour and classic styling. Utilising exquisite laces and beautiful flowing fabrics this collection is tailor made for the bohemian and vintage brides and perfect for the modern wedding. Renowned for being the ultimate destination wedding dress, these gowns and fabrics are easy to wear, making for a more relaxed bride without compromising on fit. Featuring ornate and delicate beading and vintage lace over nude tones paired with flowing tulle and georgette skirts, long sleeves and heavenly back detailing, there is something to suit all brides!

DESIGN “EXQUISITELY HANDCRAFTED WEDDING DRESSES.”

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PEARL BRIDAL www.pearlbridal.com.au

With a collection of gowns that are handcrafted using only the very finest of fabrics, the awardwinning team at Pearl Bridal will make sure you look and feel your best on your wedding day. A visit to Pearl Bridal often leaves people almost lost for words, with such a large range of wedding gowns, featuring designs from the likes of Justin Alexander and Lillian West. On a visit to Pearl Bridal, you can find everything to make your wedding day perfect. Aside from wedding dresses, they provide a wonderful range of bridesmaid dresses, including Tania Olsen, formal dresses and those all important accessories and shoes. Owner Cathy Bryan and her team understand that no two brides are the same.

This is why they endeavour to provide a broad range of exquisite fabrics, with lace, embroideries and beading tastefully decorating your new dress, ensuring it is beautifully unique. All of their dresses and gowns can be mixed and matched to allow you to choose the combination you want. “When shopping for your gown, come with an open mind. My advice is to try on a bit of everything. While long sleeves, lace and low backs are hot favourites right now, it’s important to remember we are all so individual, it’s not just about the trends”.

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AVAILABLE AT BELLADONNA BRIDAL 906 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba Phone: (07) 3391 0200 Email: info@belladonnagowns.com.au www.belladonnagowns.com.au

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Unique affordable gowns.

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Unique affordable gowns.

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BELINDA + MARTY

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From chopping down a gum tree to create centrepieces and place card holders; making personalised stencils to hand etch each individual glass, to designing and making all of the bouquets, buttonholes, invitations and guest book – we think it’s pretty safe to say, Belinda and Marty’s wedding was a true labour of love.

Born in Wagga Wagga, Belinda was raised in the RAAF base at Amberley, and Marty – a Brisbane born boy, grew up in small country towns just outside of Ipswich. Their story together dates back ten years, when as friends at high school, they would often catch up with each other on special occasions. However, it wasn’t until Marty’s 22nd birthday, that they went on their first “date”.

Then, one New Years Eve on a beach in Penang, against a backdrop of fireworks, Marty popped the question! In true romantic style, he chose the day which marked their 4 year anniversary of when they first said “I love you” to each other.

Belinda may have been unaware of Marty’s plans to propose at the time, but her father, Michael, certainly wasn’t! As an accomplice, he had helped Marty plan for this special moment.

So with a date set, and two years to plan their wedding, they got busy – excited to work together on their ideas.

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Being a teacher, Belinda knew how to organise and plan with precision. During their planning, she often wanted to do even more, but Marty was very good at reminding her of what was truly important for their big day.

“We are Yin and Yang,” she says, “we are both willing to listen and compromise, and this always results in a productive and suitable solution to most situations.”

In the lead up to their wedding, they both took a little bit of time out. Belinda, to enjoy a Hens day, and for Marty - a celebratory week!

As Belinda says, “It is hard being a man and planning a wedding you know...”

Belinda spent her Hens day with her nearest and dearest, including her maid of honour - her sister, Ellyza, who made many trips from Melbourne to Brisbane to ensure a memorable day for Belinda. Together they all enjoyed making flower crowns and drinking pink cocktails in a Valley bar.

Marty meanwhile enjoyed a week at Fraser Island with his best mate, spent two days camping at Landcruiser Park, and finished the week off by heading to the city with his groomsmen for a surprise boys weekend.

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Their guests arrived from Western Australia, Adelaide, Canberra, Mount Isa, Melbourne, Alpha, Jericho, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, to a country style wedding where they could feel at home and enjoy the celebration.

“Sally and Mikayla at The Vue – Boonah Valley were amazing! I could not say enough about how organised, polite and flexible they were” says Belinda.

“The guests LOVED it. The meals were huge and the drinks were flowing,” she says.

A highlight was when best man Doug and wife Karlia, said to them that their kids were having so much fun they hadn’t seen them all night!

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A particularly meaningful element was a very special gift from Belinda’s beloved pop, Poppy Sprigg, who sadly passed away 8 months before their wedding – His wedding band of 50 years was left to Marty.

“That will always be the most special gift he could have ever given us as a couple,” she says.

It was an emotional day, with Belinda crying once she got into her wedding dress. She was also surprised seeing Marty so emotional and says “Even his family said they had never seen him that emotional before.”

“But the best part was...” she says, “at the end of the formalities, the bridal party danced to the “Git Up” song by Blanco Brown.” When Marty and Belinda’s dad, Michael started dancing together, the dance floor cleared to make way for new father-in-law and new son-in-law to www.WeddingGuide.com.au

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At the end of the night, Belinda and Marty, their bridal party and family, stayed the night at The Vue’s beautiful and convenient 14 villa motel.

The happy couple plan to travel to Singapore, Thailand and back to where they got engaged in Malaysia, for their honeymoon at the end of the year.

Says Belinda, “I am so lucky to have married the man of my dreams. We have been officially together for 6 years now and I understand how people say, every year is better than the last! Marty makes me whole and he is my home.

Nothing else in the world matters. The fact we planned this together made us so much more stronger as a couple and made our day so much more personal.

“Don’t be afraid to DIY, chip away, make lists, and take lots of deep breaths,” she recommends.

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Belinda’s best wedding advice:

Let the emotions roll. I felt so guilty for crying once I got my dress on. Honestly, I have never been so nervous in my life.

Not because I was about to marry the man of my dreams, but to walk out in front of all those people. As soon as I saw Marty, I was home. Let the emotions take you anywhere on the day.

Be organised and delegate to your bridesmaids – that’s why they are there; because you trust them.

Wedding Date: 17 August 2019 • Photographer: Studio SW19 • Gown: Jack Sullivan ‘Sian’ • Rings: Brad Kiertan Jewellers Ipswich • Accessories: a veiled affair Makeup: DIY - Senegence • Bridesmaid Dresses: M2M Ipswich - Tanya Olsen • Groom’s Suit: Connors • Groomsmen’s Suits: Connors • Wedding Planner: DIY Wedding Stylist: DIY • Ceremony: The Vue - the Pavillion • Wedding Coordinator: Mikayla • Pastor: Blake Reynolds • Reception: The Vue - Boonah Valley Motel Number o f Guests: 120 - including kids • Theme: country • Menu: 250g Eye Fillet (Medium) on a garlic and chive mash, with broccolini, balsamic baby carrots and merlot jus and supreme skin on chicken breast pocket with brie, prosciutto and spinach on smashed potato and leek with a melange of seasonal vegetables and peperonata sauce • Entertainment: DJ - P Jendra Disco • Flowers/Florist: DIY By Bride • Cake/Made By: Linda’s Cake Creations • Bombonerie/Favours: DIY by Bride - etched water glass • Wedding Song/Dance: Ceremony: “I Get To Love You” - Rulle | First dance “Magic” - Coldplay.

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KEISHA + ISAAC

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“My best friend, and maid of honour, Chelsea, reminded me that when we were 18 and talked about getting married one day, my dream was a lavender farm” says Keisha.

And guess what...she got her dream!

Keisha and Isaac originally met at Downlands College in Toowoomba as boarding students, 13 years ago. Keisha was a year 10 student and Isaac in year 12 when they became friends.

Years later, in 2013, they decided to catch up for breakfast. Isaac had been living in Brisbane for some time, and Keisha had just moved there.

“We met at a deli in New Farm” she says, “and we’ve been together ever since really.”

Isaac’s proposal to Keisha came out of the blue.

“We were at Isaac’s family property and had just finished mustering for the day” Keisha remembers.

Dirty and exhausted, they enjoyed an early evening drink with Isaac’s family. It was on the May long weekend and it was rare for nearly all of his siblings to be together.

“Isaac took me around to the side of the house to star gaze together” she says, adding how spectacular it is out there.

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“While we were standing there together, Isaac was behind me and got down on one knee and whispered my name.” When Keisha turned, he proposed, and she was so surprised that she said “are you serious?” a number of times before saying YES! “It was fun going back around to tell his family and our friend who had come with us because they had no clue and were equally surprised” she says. It was quite special for his family that he chose home to propose.

Leaving plenty of time to plan their wedding, they avoided a lot of stress.

“It saved us having any issue with booking places we wanted or people that we wanted for the day because it was so in advance.”

Their budget, right from the very start was important.

“We agreed we didn’t want to get a loan or go into any debt, or need to rely on assistance from anyone else in order to get married” she says.

By planning so early it gave them time to ensure they made choices that were within their budget.

They sat down, worked out what they could both save each week, how much they would have by the wedding date, and that was their budget for both the wedding and the honeymoon.

Keisha says they went to approximately five expos and from those found their celebrant, wedding dress and photographer. Their cake lady was found on facebook, their DJ and photobooth from online, and apart from the venue that they already knew about, they did everything else themselves with the help of family and friends.

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Following on from the proposal, Keisha and Isaac enjoyed an engagement party in Central Queensland where Isaac’s family is from, as many of them were unable to travel to Brisbane. Keisha’s maid of honour and bridesmaid planned a hens night which included drinks, games, dinner and a paint and sip class, while Isaac’s bucks celebration started off with go-carts and a brewery crawl in Brisbane, before heading to the Breakfast Creek hotel for dinner.

When their much awaited day arrived, their 64 guests attended from Darwin, Sydney, Nowra, Barcaldine, Capella, Ingham, Emerald, the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Everyone enjoyed themselves!

The weather was perfect, with clear skies and a slight breeze. Keisha says there was a smoke haze in the area for a little while due to large bush fires in the surrounding areas, but her dream wedding location at Kooroomba Lavender Farm was beautiful.

“I can’t imagine having been married anywhere else” she says.

“We had been to Kooroomba Lavender Farm previously, and we fell in love with it when we went back and saw the Chapel.”

Keisha didn’t need to invest a lot of effort on reception styling as the lavender farm venue is stunning in itself. She added some flowers for the tables, and the venue had a few extra touches, so it was perfect.

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“The Chapel is just a one of a kind venue and the area is just beautiful” she says.

“Isaac grew up in the country and I’m from a remote area so we both consider ourselves to be country kids opposed to city, so it really suited our personalities.”

Says Keisha, “We all loved the food, the music and the photobooth! We also received a lot of compliments about our ceremony – our celebrant was fantastic and delivered a beautiful, sweet and short ceremony for us.” They decided they wanted to write their own vows which resulted in a truly sincere and special moment between them.

She says, “I still cry each time I watch them over.”

Keisha and Isaac organised to have a grazing table, the bar was open, and there were lawn games to keep guests entertained while they had their photos taken.

“We did all our photos at the venue too, which made it easy for us as well” she says.

“Nick, our photographer was fantastic and it can’t be easy dealing with that many people and trying to keep them all smiling.”

When asked if anything surprised them at their wedding, Keisha said she was surprised how quickly it goes. She says everyone tells you, but you don’t really understand it until you’re living it.

She says, “It is great that we got our ceremony filmed because that was such a blur once it was over – the nerves and the excitement really take over and all of a sudden, it’s all finished. Geoff did a beautiful job at filming it too.”

That night Keisha and Isaac stayed at a beautiful local Airbnb called Sandstone

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Retreat, then they flew to Thailand for a three week honeymoon. In that time they visited Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Khao Lak. Their favourite was definitely Chiang Mai. “We absolutely loved it there” she says, “and we were much more immersed in the culture of Thailand. We did white water rafting, visited an elephant sanctuary, did a cooking class, went to some temples and visited the markets.” They loved the elephants at Happy Elephant Sanctuary, where you feed, play and bathe them. Mama Noi’s cooking class was also a lot of fun.

“We did the full day course and highly recommend it – you learn seven dishes” she says, and you also receive a recipe book to take home.

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Keisha’s best wedding advice:

You can definitely get married without it costing you a fortune if you take the time to plan and don’t rush it.

Sit down at the start and decide what’s important and what isn’t.

We got married on a Thursday and it saved us a lot of money. So there are all different ways that you can save without feeling like you aren’t going to have your dream wedding. I thought our wedding was truly breathtaking and we spent less than half of what a lot of people do.

Definitely do your research and don’t feel pressured to settle with the first vendor you meet – pick the person that suits you and your budget the most.

Also, believe people when they tell you that come the day of your wedding, a lot of things truly won’t matter.

“We really truly did love our wedding day” says Keisha, “and maybe we are a bit biased, but it felt pretty special. We’re really excited about our future together and our wedding day felt like the right way to kick off the chapter that is married life. To be able to now sit and plan the future together without a huge debt over our heads is a really big deal too.

We have no regrets. We are also incredibly thankful that each and every one of our vendors literally crushed it.”

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It’s funny how sometimes the person you get to spend your life with has been there all along, right under your nose, so close - yet somehow, your paths don’t cross... that’s the scenario experienced by Sharyce and Joseph.

“We had so many mutual friends during high school, but we never actually met each other until after we both finished school, says Sharyce, who remarkably knew Joseph’s older sister at high school.

It wasn’t until they started seeing each other when Sharyce was 16 years old and Joseph 17, that the connection became evident.

Both Sharyce and Joseph’s family moved to Brisbane from Sydney and Auckland respectively, when they were both very young, Sharyce was 5 and Joseph was 9. Coming from large families, it was important to both of them to have their family and close friends there to celebrate with them when they eventually tied the knot.

Sharyce recalls their “private, memorable and perfect” proposal.

“We were staying at the Gold Coast for the weekend and went for a night walk along the beach,” she remembers, “Joseph stopped, got down on one knee and popped the question.” That was in July of 2011, approximately 4 years after they met.

Their wedding was a long time in coming, but Sharyce says that when it happened, it was without a doubt, the highlight of her life.

Describing herself as “not a very over the top kind of girl”, she kept things nice and simple. Their invitations were ordered online from Vista print in a beautiful greenery theme and their centrepieces consisted of a floral arrangement with candles in a gold glitter votive.

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“Most of my planning was done online, through searching on wedding websites for recommendations, local facebook bridal pages and word of mouth from friends and family.”

Asked if they had enough time to plan their wedding, Sharyce replied that they probably had about a year to plan but would have preferred longer, just to take away some of the stress.

They finally wed on the 13th October 2018 at their dream wedding location of Bundaleer Rainforest Gardens, and with so many special moments to remember, it’s hard for them to choose a favourite when prompted...

Sharyce proudly recalls how their eldest daughter, Jasmina, aged 9, recited a beautiful poem at their wedding ceremony.

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“I was so proud of her for speaking in front of so many people on the day, that was a really special moment.”

“But what I absolutely loved,” recalls Sharyce, “is that on the day he memorised his vows word for word and didn’t break eye contact with me the whole time.” He surprised her to the extent that when it was her turn, she had to partly read off their Celebrant’s paperwork.

Another of Sharyce’s favourite moments was during the reception when she did her Samoan Siva, “embracing Joseph’s culture has been so much fun,” she says, “There was so much love and excitement...that moment was truly so memorable.”

Many of their guests weren’t able to hear their vows due to the rain that bucketed down at that crucial moment, but Sharyce and Joseph didn’t even realise how loud the rain was, caught up as they were in such a special moment between each other.

And when it came to their vows, Joseph absolutely nailed it. They eventually agreed to both write their own vows,

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While most guests were from Brisbane, others travelled from Mackay, Melbourne and New Zealand to share their day.

Family and friends alike experienced a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

“Friends loved experiencing the cultural side of things as we had family perform a couple of Samoan dances which are always so lovely to watch.”

With family foremost in this couples lives, their two beautiful daughters, Jasmina,9 and Alayhna, 6, walked down the aisle as their flower girls. It was a very special and proud moment for them as parents.

“Although we had miserable weather on the day, to be honest, it didn’t even bother us,” recalls Sharyce, “It was still our day and we loved every minute. I mean our whole bridal party had to get a little wet for photos, worth every moment, as our photos and video turned out incredible.”

At the end of an amazing wedding at Bundaleer Rainforest Gardens where everything ran so smoothly, Sharyce and Joseph spent their wedding night at Novotel Brisbane.

“If anything, married life has brought us even closer as a couple and we are so blessed to have each other. I am forever grateful to our bridal party and our families for always being so supportive, we truly are blessed with the best,” says Sharyce. www.WeddingGuide.com.au

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it was without a doubt, the highlight of her life

Exciting news: By the time this magazine is published, they will have welcomed their third beautiful daughter into their growing family!

Sharyce’s best wedding advice:

Pinterest will be your best friend for wedding planning, so much great content.

Try and organise vendors in advance and finalise finer details with them early if you can.

At the end of the day, this is your special day – you marry your special person – so soak up every moment and don’t sweat the small stuff.

A bit random, but think about what fragrance you will both wear on the day as this will be a special scent that will always remind you about your wedding day.

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Meeting each other six years ago through a mutual friend, Katarina and Andrew both share a love of travel. It was on a trip together, while overseas in Croatia, that Andrew planned to surprise her...

Earlier in Austria, he had acted like they weren’t ready to be engaged, so when he popped the question at Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia, Katarina was genuinely surprised.

After walking for about four hours at the National Park, Andrew suggested they go and have a picnic lunch he had packed.

“Lets go and have the picnic on the row boat” he says to Katarina, who is hot and tired from the trek.

“I was slightly reluctant at first” she says, “but I thought, it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity and the water was so beautiful and crystal clear.

He rowed out on the lake so were alone” she continues, “and after eating, he popped the question!”

Katarina would have loved to have had their wedding in Croatia as well, as that is her family’s background, but unfortunately her grandmother wasn’t well, so they decided to have it locally instead.

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“Tamborine Gardens was so beautiful and I wouldn’t have had it anywhere else here in Australia” she says.

Katarina admits that she and Andrew are quite opposite to each other, and says “We disagreed on a fair bit – and yes, tears were shed, voices were raised, whinging happened – but we made compromises and it was fine.” Looking back she can laugh and appreciate that he wanted to help plan and have a say in what the day would look like.

“After all” she says, “it was our wedding day, not just my wedding day.”

She says the year they had to plan their wedding was perfect, adding that any longer, and it may have become dreary, too overwhelming or perhaps even start to get tedious.

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There wasn’t a chance of things getting tedious for Katarina though, as two nights out from the wedding, her parents had a dinner for the bridesmaids and other women from the family.

“We were frantically getting wedding favours organised, but everyone getting together made it so easy and it was done so quickly. We had good food, good music and we were on a roll!” she says.

They encountered a gorgeous day, warm with sunny blue skies on the day of their wedding.

“I had no expectations on the day...totally had to surrender to what was going to be” says Katarina. “The main thing is that I was just totally present with Andrew. It was the best day!”

110 guests from Brisbane, Wollongong and Melbourne joined the celebrations and were amazed with the venue. Their wedding was simple yet elegant, and it was true to them.

Andrew, Katarina and their photographer got some fantastic mountain-view shots and Katarina recalls how lovely it was to have that special time with Andrew to embrace it all.

Asked what details they paid the most attention to, Katarina replies, “The most attention was to the schedule of the day, so it could run as smooth as possible. We even did up a photo schedule for the photographer, so it was easy on him and he could call out who we wanted photos with – especially after the ceremony.” She says that everyone wants photos with you and it can be so overwhelming, so the photographer was on the ball the entire day, taking a massive load off our shoulders.

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I was just totally present with Andrew

“The least attention would be the seating chart. I gave my side of the family to my mum, and she did an awesome job and it was done so quickly.”

Sadly, Katarina’s godmother couldn’t attend the wedding.

“She wrote a letter that one of my bridesmaids read out during speeches, and I was balling! She was meant to have been my matron of honour.”

Both of their grandfathers were remembered on the day also, with a lovely sign surrounded by candles.

“I am sure they were watching from above, but it was so sad not having them there” says Katarina.

After an amazing, 100% stress free day, thanks to the wedding co-ordinators at Tamborine Gardens Wedding Resort, Katarina and Andrew spent their first night in the cottages behind the venue.

“We walked 80m and were at the door to our cottage!”

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They then enjoyed a fantastic honeymoon overseas!

“We went for a month trip to Europe, travelling to London, Paris, Spain and Amsterdam – stayed in apartments and homes through Airbnb – it was great!”

Katarina’s best wedding advice:

Totally enjoy the ride of planning. I really understand that it can get overwhelming but you have to remember, it is a once in a lifetime event.

Ask for help, delegate tasks, keep things simple and focus on what is most important.

At the end of the day, as long as my husband was waiting for me at the alter, beaming with love and pride, that is all that mattered.

A wedding day is just a party to celebrate a very special commitment that you are making in front of your family and friends...it does not define what your journey together will be after the big day. It still takes 110% work and commitment.

“When I look back,” say Katarina, “I wish I didn’t care so much about the little things with planning. I know it’s hard not to because you want so much to be perfect, but detach about what others will think and just do what YOU two want! It’s your day!”

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When you know, you just know...

Seana and Belinda met each other through mutual friends, and have only known each other for two years but, says Seana, “It was one of those moments where you know she’s the one.”

Previously, they had both trialled online dating without success, so when her close friends suggested a blind date, Seana was open to the idea and agreed to meet up with Belinda.

“From there, my life has been nothing but amazing since,” she says.

25th December 2018 was a defining day for their relationship.

“We were both at my parents’ place for Christmas Day, doing the usual family tradition,” says Seana. “As I was sitting outside, with everyone in my family at arm’s length, Belinda handed me a gift bag with a little book inside. I opened the book and began to read all the beautiful things that Belinda loved about me. It was so thoughtful, I loved it!”

Then, when she turned to the last page of the book, it read – “Seana, will you marry me?”

“I looked up and Belinda was on one knee and proposed there and then in front of all my loved ones. It was perfect!”

From that moment, everything they planned over the next 9 months was focused on their special day. They decided to forego having a pre-wedding celebration, preferring to save the expense and invest in their actual wedding day.

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Together they chose the fantastic beachfront location of Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park SLSC for their wedding ceremony and reception. They also booked an apartment just across the road to get ready, alleviating the need for wedding transport.

During the nine months of planning, the only thing where their opinions differed was whether to have bowties or ties for Seana and the groomsmen.

When their special day finally arrived, they woke to a glorious spring day.

“The weather was PERFECT!” says Seana, “We couldn’t have asked for a better day. Not a cloud in the sky...”

Their guests travelled from as far as Perth and Tasmania to celebrate with them.

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“Considering it was a same sex wedding, a lot of our guests found our wedding that little bit extra special,” she says. “They loved it and thought it was beautiful.”

Asked if they would change anything about the day, they reply, “We would not change a thing.

However, we do wish that the day wouldn’t have gone so fast.”

“The most memorable moment of our wedding was when the ceremony had finished and we both turned to the signing table,” recalls Seana. “Both our fathers have passed away and we had a picture of them both on our table.

We wanted our fathers to be there on our special day and it was a very emotional moment for us both, seeing their photos faced toward the guests.”

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What was the most surprising moment?

“We were both really surprised that we nailed our wedding vows!” Seana answers.

After a beautiful and overwhelming day, Belinda and Seana spent their wedding night at an apartment on the Esplanade in Burleigh. Over the Christmas break this year, they are looking forward to enjoying a honeymoon on a P&O cruise to the Pacific Islands.

Seana’s best wedding advice:

“Start planning early and slowly pay things off so you don’t stress yourselves out too much.”

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a lot of our guests found our wedding that little bit extra special

Wedding Date: 8th September 2019 • Photographer: Andre Brown Photography • Belinda’s Outfit: White Jumpsuit from Shopo - Online • Rings: Sterling Jewellers - Niecon Plaza, Broadbeach • Accessories: Lovisa - Pacific Fair, Broadbeach • Hair: Shae Chester (Belinda’s sister) • Makeup: Makeup by Shannon Claire • Bridesmaid Dresses: Myer • Seana’s Suit: Custom made in Vietnam • Groomsmen’s Suits: Edge Suit Outlet • Wedding Planner: Self planned by brides • Wedding Stylist: Shae Chester (Belinda’s sister) • Ceremony: Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park SLSC - Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast • Wedding Coordinator: Shae Chester (Belinda’s sister) • Celebrant: Cara Gallagher - Modern Love Ceremonies, Byron Bay NSW • Reception: Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park SLSC - Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast • Number of Guests: 80 • Theme: Navy & White • Menu: Tappas • Entertainment: Black Tie Event DJ’s • Flowers/Florist: JJ’s House • Cake/Made By: Cakeable (Vanessa) • Bombonerie/Favours: Custom lollipops for all guests • Unique Extras: Arbour/Chair covers & runway provided by Satin Weddings & Event Hire • Wedding Song: “A Thousand Years “ - Artist: Christina Perri

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A chance encounter or fate? Casey and Nathan believe the latter was responsible for bringing them together.

Both born and raised on the Tweed Coast in New South Wales, the happy couple looked forward to their trip together to Japan in August of 2016.

Unbeknown to Casey, Nathan had been busy, secretly shopping with his sister for the perfect ring to offer her when he proposed.

“The day we went to DisneySea in Tokyo was the day he decided was the perfect time, and he knew it would hold not only a magical memory, but also a sentimental one,” explains Casey.

“Nathan knew the importance of Disneyland for me as it was the last truly happy memory I had with my dad before his diagnosis of MND started to become severe.”

She didn’t have any idea of Nathan’s plans though, and says, “he even asked me the morning of, “Is this your happy place?”, which is a massive hint but it went straight over my head.”

Casey remembers that it was a hot Summer in Tokyo and that the park was packed. At dusk, they found a quiet spot by the Realto bridge in the Venice themed area, but then Nathan asked Casey to go shopping for five minutes as he had something to do. They planned to meet each other back at the foot of the bridge. When she returned, she didn’t even realise that he had changed into a button-up shirt, and when he asked her to come in for some photos, she thought it a bit odd as he wasn’t normally too fond of photos.

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“As the attendant was taking photos,” she says, “I notice Nathan let go of me on our third photo in and I turned around and low and behold, he was on one knee! I was so shocked it took me a moment before it all sank in and I finally said YES! I kept him anxiously waiting for so long that he said, “Casey, this is real, this is happening!” There was a group of girls nearby and they were clapping and squealing.

It was a true fairytale proposal, pun intended.”

With two years until their wedding date, Casey was able to thoroughly enjoy the planning process. It took her a year to find her dream wedding dress, as she wanted a beautiful dress that made her feel like a bride. She says she must have attended around fifty expos, and then spent the majority of her nights researching through magazines and social media.

Photography and their venue were a priority.

“We wanted a venue that did a lot of the work for us and required little style to make it beautiful.” They decided on Summergrove Estate for their dream wedding location.

“I paid the least attention to the flowers and the guest favours as these were not that important to us,” says Casey, “we wanted to put on a great celebration for our guests so we preferred to spend the money on a photo booth, music, lawn games, and drinks to ensure everyone had the best night,” The only area that they had a slight disagreement on was whether to have a Videographer.

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One area that Casey didn’t have to organise was her Hens party, which turned out to be the most magical Hens day out on Marina Mirage. Casey’s maid of honour and sister in law organised a catamaran through Sailing in Paradise.

“They had an esky of drinks all sorted and a giant food platter, the music was blasting and the sun was shining,” she remembers. They then whisked her to a house for some games, more platters and entertainment, then they headed out for some dancing.

we wanted to put on a great celebration

“They truly went above and beyond and I am so thankful to those involved who organised it so well and kept it all a surprise for me, which is what I wanted.”

Nathan meanwhile had two celebrations. A fishing trip away a few months prior and then a low key bucks party a week before the wedding.

When their special day finally arrived the weather was perfect, sunny but not too hot. A grand entrance by Nathan, arriving by helicopter was without a doubt one of the most memorable moments.

Nathan’s brother had organised it as a surprise wedding gift to him.

“The boys had a ball of a time and could not believe what was happening,” says Casey, “the photo looked like it came straight out of a James Bond film.”

Their romantic garden party themed wedding included only their nearest and dearest – sixty guests in total, who travelled from Dubai, Victoria, New South Wales and Port Douglas.

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With her bridesmaids dressed in royal blue dresses with blue cornflowers in their bouquets, the groomsmen with cornflowers in their buttonholes, and their celebrant dressed in cornflower blue, Casey knows that her father was looking down on her that day. The blue cornflower is represented as a sign of hope for both a cure and a cause for Motor Neurone Disease. Casey also had a charm organised which was attached to her bouquet with a picture of her dad.

“It felt like he was walking me down the aisle in a way!” she says.

Casey remembers how the day absolutely flew by. She remembers another of her favourite moments also when Nathan saw her for the first time...”he was close to tears”. She says the first thing he said as they held hands was, “you look incredible!”

Their whole reception was full of laughter and clapping.

“My brother in law acted as our MC on the night, and got one of the groomsmen to do a shooey,

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and my sister in law surprised us by saying Nathan and I had to perform a spontaneous danceoff which was hilarious.”

“I have never seen a more fun and engaged group of people genuinely having fun,” she recalls.

Guests were full of compliments saying “it was the best wedding they have ever attended”, “it was one of the best nights of their life”, “an awesome night making new friends and having a ball”, and “a beautifully styled and thought out day that suited us as a couple.” Casey has nothing but compliments for Ellie and Maddie, the coordinators at Summergrove Estate also. She says she didn’t have to organise anything on the day.

“There was nothing too big of an ask for them.”

No one wanted to leave at the end of the night. Casey recalls how “the whole day just filled us with so much love and we are so glad everyone got to enjoy themselves so much.”

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They spent their wedding night in the beautiful villas at Summergrove Estate, before heading off on their epic honeymoon through Mexico and the USA over six weeks.

“We flew business class with Virgin Australia which I cannot recommend highly enough,” she says, “it started our trip on the biggest high.”

They spent ten days at an all-inclusive adults only resort in Playa Del Carmen with a few days down in Tulum.

Mexico truly captured their hearts, she says, “we went on adventures and went cenote hopping. It was fabulous.”

They then flew up to San Francisco, spent a few days there, then picked up a convertible Mustang and drove around Yosemite, Big Sur, Las Vegas and then down to Anaheim to spend a few days in Hollywood and at Disneyland.

Casey’s best wedding advice:

Don’t rush the wedding. Allow sufficient time to plan so you can really enjoy the whole process.

Also, don’t let any drama affect your big day. The weeks leading up are busy enough – it is best to just go with the flow.

“Our wedding was the best day of our life and we keep falling more in love every day! That’s what a wedding is all about – showcasing your individual and unique love with those nearest and dearest to you.

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Zepporah and Jacques 1920s Gatsby themed wedding was as moving as it was glitzy. By the end of the night, there was not a dry eye in the room...

It all started online, back in 2016, when Brisbane born, Zepporah, met Jacques who came to Australia in 2001, from South Africa.

One weekend, on a trip to Melbourne to celebrate Zepporah’s birthday, Jacques seized the occasion and made it extra special!

Says Zepporah, “I wanted a weekend away for my birthday, so I booked us a trip to Melbourne and a room in the Rendezvous. It was a little room, just a bed and bathroom and a little Juliet balcony.

I knew he was going to take me somewhere nice for dinner for my birthday, so I thought, I am going to get all done up, and I had my hair and make-up done because hey, what girl really needs an excuse!”

Jacques made use of this time to do a little sprucing up of a different kind, and when he returned he told her that there was something wrong with the room, so the manager said they would organise another room.

“I didn’t think too much of it, so we got dressed for dinner, packed our things and went down for drinks” says Zepporah, who also noticed Jacques give the manager a little wink and wave as they headed out.

An impressive dinner at The Press Club followed, consisting of a 5 course Degustation and wine tour which she says was simply amazing. And being a Celiac, they assured her she would have her very own Chef for her meal.

“Well, we got all the way through the meal,” recalls Zepporah, “and Jacques then came around from the booth we were in and got down on one knee and pulled out the most amazing ring I have ever seen.

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For the life of me I can’t remember exactly what he said but I know somewhere he said, ‘Marry me’!”

The surprise for Zepporah didn’t end there though... when they made their way back to the new room at the hotel, Jacques already knew the way.

“We went straight to an absolutely magnificent room – it was huge with rose petals on the bed, swan towels and champagne and strawberries and chocolates, with a note from the manager saying congratulations and to enjoy the new room with compliments of Rendezvous,” she recalls, “so on my birthday on the 6th of April 2018, we were engaged.”

With a little over a year to plan their wedding, Zepporah said she had plenty of time. In keeping with the 1920s Gatsby theme, she had a bit of a hard time finding bridesmaid dresses, other than cheap costumes, but was fortunate to be walking past Review one day and there it was, the Mombasa dress – a perfect fit for her theme.

Her own wedding dress, a Madison James gown from Ferrari Formalwear & Bridal, was almost recreated with her addition of lace and beading to the back, and Swarovski crystals and diamonds to the front. In tribute to her dad whom she dearly missed, Zepporah also had a blue heart stitched to her wedding dress with the words, “love you dad”.

She continued the 1920s theme through her accessories, with a gorgeous 3 strand pearl bracelet with attached ring, plus an heirloom watch ring belonging to her paternal grandmother.

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The groom and groomsmen had to look the part too, with stylish linen suits which were popular during the era. Zepporah also made all of the centrepieces and chair backs to match the era as best she could. “...but mostly,” she says, “I just wanted our guests to enjoy the day as well, as it is truly a celebration!”

And enjoy they did – all 45 guests including Jacques parents from South Africa, his cousin from New Zealand and Perth, close friends from work, and Zepporah’s family including her two sons, and a few of their close friends.

Jacques surprised Zepporah with a diamond tennis bracelet – delivered by his cousin while she was getting prepared, and Zepporah also surprised Jacques with a letter and a hip flask, engraved with the words “Grow old with me, the best is yet to be”.

With a black rose amongst her beautiful silk flowers, plus a photo of her dad in her bouquet, Zepporah and Jacques got married.

Says Zepporah, “The most unique thing to me is our vows. Being the second time around and having gone through some real struggles in life on your own, I think

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these are what truly define you and your promise to each other. Love has so many different meanings and only you know what it means to you and putting it into words for all to hear is not easy, but it means so much.”

Their ceremony and reception were both held at Glengariff, and in Zepporah’s words, “it was absolutely amazing.”

“When we went for the viewing Jacques saw the sign above the door in the “man cave” that said “Jacks Place”, so that sold him. But in all honesty, the timeless feel of the place – that just fitted with our theme (plus the glitter on the floor!)”

“Channing and Bryce at Glengariff were amazing at making the day run so very smoothly,” she says, adding that the food was so delicious and there was plenty of it. Being a Celiac, they made sure that she was able to eat almost everything.

Their wedding cake was also totally glutenfree and consisted of a top tier macadamia mud cake, a middle tier of red velvet mud cake and a bottom tier of white chocolate and raspberry mud cake. Their only regret is that the left overs only lasted a week...

The most special memory of the day was a speech made by Zepporah’s youngest son (which made her cry), and which then lead into a slow dance with her eldest son (which made her cry even more). And then she sang to Jacques, a song called “Like I’m Gonna Lose You”, by Jasmine Thompson.

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and the dance with her eldest son, there were some tears – but when she sang to Jacques, there was not a dry eye in the room.

“Everyone thought it was lovely and so very special and romantic,” she says.

For their first dance, Zepporah changed into a Review dress – the “Unchained Melody” dress – with a little extra bling added of course. They had a dance choreographed and in 5 lessons, they had it!

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“I would really recommend it to any couple because the closeness and together time learning and practicing is really special, especially with all the craziness leading up to the wedding day,” she advises.

We ask - Is there anything you would change about the day?

She replies, “I would not have it as an unplugged ceremony, or I would have had a videographer. As we could not afford a videographer, I really regret not letting people video the ceremony.”

With plans for a 2020 honeymoon, Zepporah says that where ever it is, she plans on taking their vows and reading them to each other again.

“The best is yet to be!” she says.

Zepporah’s best wedding advice:

Breath! The day goes so fast, try and take some time out just to sit with your husband and relax – but trust me, someone will barge in!

Wedding Date: 15/06/2019 • Photographer: Jeff Goodwin Photography • Gown: Ferrari Formalwear & Bridal • Rings: Michael Hill Jewellers • Hair & Makeup: Rachelle Barrett • Bridesmaid Dresses: Review • Groom’s Suit: Imperator Menswear • Groomsmen’s Suits: Imperator Menswear • Ceremony: Glengariff • Wedding Coordinator: Channing and Bryce at Glengariff • Celebrant: Jarrad Bayliss Celebrant • Reception: Glengariff • Number Of Guests: 45 • Theme: 1920’s Gatsby • Menu: Buffet • Entertainment: Brent Officen from Decibels - DJ and MC • Flowers/Florist: Flowers For Ever After – Melbourne, Victoria • Cake/Made By: Bonnie’s Cakes & Kandies - Gympie • Bombonerie/Favours: Bottles of champagne for the ladies and miniatures of Jack Daniels for the men. My boys and their partners don’t drink but are into the gym so I did up shaker bottles with protein powder samples for them • Wedding Song/Dance: “You are the Reason” by Calum Scott and Leona Lewis

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DRESSING z GROOM As well as looking good, the groom needs to feel comfortable on his wedding day. A well-fitted suit will provide both style and comfort. Cut, colour, size and style are all important details to be considered when suit shopping for your wedding.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Choosing a wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you will make when planning your wedding. Whoever you choose will be in charge of creating lasting memories of your special day, so take into account the style, special effects and quality of the photographs you would like. Your photography requirements are unique, so it is important to choose a photographer that reflects your personal style and meets your wedding needs.

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Couples are also taking advantage of Drones to capture stunning aerial shots of them in the Natural Environment from a whole different perspective.

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We guarantee you will enjoy every part of being photographed by Leigh on your special day.

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WEDDING EXPOS Wedding Expos are an excellent way of gaining great new ideas for your wedding. You can save considerable time in planning your wedding by visiting an expo, as you can see a whole host of wedding related products and services gathered together in one place.

The number of niche industries that are displaying their great new ideas and innovations at Wedding Expos are continually increasing and by selecting a piece of this and a piece of that, you can blend it all to make your wedding totally individual.

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PLAN YOUR PERFECT WEDDING DAY We want to help you to create a wedding that is perfect for you. Whether your idea of perfect is being surrounded by lots of family and friends or an intimate affair with only your closest; Your Local Wedding Guide Expos can offer you ideas and put you in touch with wedding professionals who can help you to realise your vision of perfect.

Established over 25 years ago, Your Local Wedding Guide Expos are one of the largest and most widespread bridal expo series in the country. By bringing together the best and most competitive wedding industry suppliers in your local area, our expos give you the opportunity to meet with a variety of leading wedding professionals to ensure you find the right team for your special day.

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Find your match When you visit our expos, take the opportunity to talk to as many wedding professionals as possible to find the perfect team for your wedding! Finding your match in a wedding supplier; someone who can see your vision, will make planning so much easier. And you’ll be glad on your wedding day as you’ll be able to relax and leave the practicalities to them while you enjoy the day that you’ve spent months planning.

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All of the wedding professionals will talk to you about their products and services in as much detail as you’d like. If you don’t have the time or aren’t comfortable to chat right then, set up an appointment to talk in more detail at a later date. Make sure you accept information from each booth so you can go through it later.

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Trusted opinion Your Local Wedding Guide Expos are large and definitely worthwhile taking the time to visit. We work hard to ensure we have a fantastic mix of wedding suppliers so you can book your whole wedding in one day! With so many decisions to be made, it’s a good idea to take your partner, mum or trusted friend along to help. Why not take your bridesmaids along and enjoy a fun and productive day of wedding planning together!

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Many wedding professionals will offer a promotion or competition at the expo, so come prepared to fill in a number of registration forms. Take advantage of expo specials and make sure you go in the draw to win our Major Prize Package. Details of prizes for each of our expos will be listed on our website and promoted through social media leading up to each event. Make sure you like us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up to date!

Save the date A large wedding expo is the best place to find new ideas and meet wedding professionals who can help you achieve your wedding day goals. Get a great start on your wedding planning by visiting Your Local Wedding Guide Expos. See the following page for our full year of 2020 expo dates for Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba and Canberra or visit us on www.WeddingGuide.com.au

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HEALTH & BEAUTY Your health, hair and makeup play an important role in contributing to the overall look for your wedding day.

Preparation can start as soon as you’re engaged, as hair and makeup trials, health plans and treatments often take place weeks or even months prior.

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CAKES Your wedding dress, your chosen venue, your stationery, your transport; all of these things combine to communicate the style of your wedding. The same goes for your wedding cake. A work of art, it proudly sits atop it’s pedestal revealing your unique wedding style to guests as they arrive at your reception.

One appointment you won’t want to miss is that all important cake sampling date!

As well as looking amazing, your wedding cake needs to taste exceptional…and you get to try out the different flavours (and there’s a lot) to find that perfect blend.

OUR TIP Allow your cake designer to organise the delivery of your wedding cake to ensure it gets to your reception intact.

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YOUR CEREMONY, YOUR CHOICE Your ceremony is the most important part of your wedding day. It’s the moment where you will both express your love and commitment to each other; where your partnership is made legal in the eyes of the law and in the company of your family and friends.

Your vows are considered to be some of the most important words that you will ever say to each other, so where you choose to say these words needs to be carefully considered. Whether a church, chapel, beach, garden or elsewhere, choose a setting that reflects your style and has an ambience that feels special to you both.

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Garden Weddings

The beauty of a natural environment appeals to many couples. The choice to have a garden wedding offers a less formal environment for many couples looking for the peace and tranquility of a garden. If you choose a public park, you will need to advise the local council in advance to avoid conflicting venue arrangements and arrange for any permits which may be necessary. When choosing a garden some things to check for are: access to parking for guests, noise issues such as passing traffic, power availability, rest room distance, shelter availability. It’s advisable to inspect the grounds so that you can ensure it’s suitable for your needs.

Church Weddings

Most couples that get married in a church do so for religious reasons. At least one partner, but usually both are expected to follow the beliefs of the church.

Most church leaders advise pre-marital counselling sessions and some will require you to complete a questionnaire. The main thing is to ensure you feel happy and comfortable with your church leader. They will have an important role in your wedding, so being able to communicate with them well is vital. A traditional church ceremony may be more structured than a civil ceremony, but there will usually be some options available to personalise your ceremony.

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Beach Weddings

For many couples, marrying on the beach is a natural choice as it reflects an important part of their lives together. A beach wedding, like all weddings is bound by restrictions and considerations. As well as the points relating to garden weddings, couples choosing to marry on the beach should consult their local council for permission. The tides, sand, wind and sun are all factors that you will have to take into consideration when planning a beach wedding.

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Winery Weddings.

Many Wineries offer on-site facilities for an exclusive wedding ceremony, with the vineyard as a backdrop or a water feature as just some of the options available. They can provide privacy and create a sense of seclusion for guests to totally relax and enjoy fine wine, food and service.

If you’ve dreamt of exchanging your vows in the countryside, a farmhouse wedding may be suitable, or for something a little different again; a yacht or cruise wedding.

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Chapel Weddings

Chapel weddings are very popular as many cater for both religious and civil wedding ceremonies. Historical wedding chapels provide a timeless and elegant backdrop for the ceremony and over the last number of years Queensland has seen the careful renovation and restoration of several churches into wedding Chapels. As with church weddings, chapels eliminate the stress associated with outdoor weddings as weather and parking are no longer an issue to worry about.

The Chapel was well loved by families in it’s former home at the Gold Coast Hospital, Southport and the Rotary Club of Broadwater Southport are proud to have saved it from demolition and given it a new lease of life.

The Club has made the Chapel available for hire, providing a unique venue to celebrate Weddings and other life ceremonies.

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Many chapels also provide couples with the option of hosting cocktail drinks after the wedding ceremony. Cocktail drinks can provide an excellent interlude before the wedding reception where the couple can take their photos while ensuring their guests are looked after and enjoying themselves.

Rotary Broadwater Chapel by the sea Broadwater Parklands, 95 Gold Coast Highway Southport QLD 4215 M 0458 179 560 E booking@rotarychapel.com.au W www.rotarychapel.com.au

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BEING A MARRIAGE CELEBRANT IS AN INCREDIBLE PRIVILEGE Thought, consideration and respect when designing a reflective ceremony for your special day is extremely important.

I represent the traditions, experience and happiness that are the motivation throughout a ceremony in which your marriage is the emphasis.

The anticipation of bringing together two people, two separate families and creating an atmosphere that leads to celebration, love, laughter and tears is important and unique to every couple. It’s your story.

It’s always an exciting moment when you can witness the beginning of someone else’s forever.

I am Felicity McShane, an Authorised Marriage Celebrant and I can’t wait to capture your story.

I’d love to hear all about your special day. Get in touch to organise a consultation.

Fusion ELEMENTS LIFE CELEBRATIONS

Felicity McShane CMC, JP(Qual).

Authorised Marriage Celebrant Fusion Elements Brisbane and Surrounds

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I aim to play a positive role in helping to turn your dreams into reality, creating cherished memories. This is my privilege.

My background has always been working with people within the helping industries such as aged care, child care, disability support and counselling.

To me, being a celebrant is another wonderful opportunity to help guide and support people using my natural intuition and nurturing through those all important pivotal moments in their journey.

My philosophy is to meet each couple where they are at in life and work in partnership with respect, dignity, grace and appreciation for each unique entity.

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Margaret Murray

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As your Gold Coast based Authorized Celebrant my goal is to provide a valuable service that generates love and joy.

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RENEWAL OF VOWS

Whatever wedding ceremony you have in mind, I’m here to create your vision and make it happen – after all it’s YOUR special day.

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Weddings ♥ Renewal of Vows Committment ceremonies

From the country to the city, the bush to the surf... select your venue and I will perform your ceremony.

Brisbane ♥ Toowoomba ♥ Mount Tamborine Gold and Sunshine Coast Margaret is a full time professional celebrant happy to go anywhere around South East Queensland.

Margaret Anne McCormack JP QUAL CMC

Marriage Celebrant

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celebrants Your wedding Celebrant will be the person binding you and your partner in marriage.

They will be there to support you on your special day and bring your family and friends together as they acknowledge and celebrate your love for each other.

Neal Foster

The Marriage Celebrant GOVERNMENT AUTHORISED SINCE 2007

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Ann Ricketts CELEBRANT Your Ceremony - the heart and soul of your special day.

For unique, personal, memorable ceremonies with a twist of fun. Discover meaningful rituals to add to your day.

www.celebrantbrisbane.com.au M 0408 977 966 BRISBANE | GOLD COAST | TAMBORINE

Celebrating Weddings by uniting hearts, fulfilling dreams - Romantic & Traditional, Themed, Surprise! Elopement, Second Time Round, Pop Up Ceremonies, also, Commitment Ceremonies, Baby Naming, Vow Renewals, and any other life event.

Anywhere, any-when, anytime, anyhow, any-theme, any-occasion, your Celebrant is a vital member of your Celebration Support Team.

Brisbane, Northern NSW to Sunshine Coasts and Hinterlands, also National.

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Hello, I’m Joy Byrne, an Authorised Celebrant totally committed to helping you create the ceremony of your dreams.

My goal is simply to guide you through “Your Day Your Way” as this is surely one of the most breathtaking days of your life, a celebration of love, a celebration of life.

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Love and weddings are my passion. Whether you are looking for an elopement style wedding or a lavish bespoke ceremony, I provide a customised marriage ceremony according to your personal wishes. Every couple has a fascinating love story to tell and I can’t wait to hear your unique tale of romance. My service includes all legal aspects, meetings, rehearsal and most important – a most memorable marriage ceremony.

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WEDDING STYLING & HIRE When it comes to wedding styling, we often put weddings into categories such as rustic, bohemian, vintage to name a few.

In reality though, every wedding is unique and these categories are not meant to be rigid, but more a framework to work with and take from it what appeals to you.

Professional wedding stylists can decorate your ceremony right through to your reception in a way that reflects who you are as a couple. They can help you narrow down your wedding ‘look’ and supply you with beautiful decor to suit your style.

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Little White Chair is a Boutique Rustic and Vintage Hire and Stying business. We specialise in package deals for the Gold Coast and surrounding areas.

Little White Chair

www.littlewhitechair.com hello@littlewhitechair.com Haley Bush | 0412 337 304

Noosa Party Hire

Noosa Party hire make every effort on your behalf to build your wedding, function or event wherever or whenever you like. We can install a Marquee on your property, one of the beautiful bespoke accommodation or council approved sites and will, where physically possible, accommodate your wants and needs to the best of our ability.

39 Rene Street, Noosaville QLD 4566 P 07 5447 1444 M 0458 216 167 E hire@noosapartyhire.com.au W www.noosapartyhire.com.au

At Portable Powder Rooms we pride ourselves on providing a first-class, high-service product designed to cater to your occasion. Whether you are celebrating a wedding, engagement, birthday or holding a corporate or luxury event, our toilets are designed for your guests’ comfort and convenience. We service South-East Queensland, Northern NSW, Hunter Valley, Sydney, Central Coast NSW & South Coast NSW areas.

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Special Occasions Hire and Accessories

Offering the highest quality and latest trends in Weddings, Our range includes linens, centrepieces, furniture, and more. We strive to provide the best service for all by offering a full styled setup, hire service including delivery and collection or a simple pick up DIY. Doesn’t matter what your budget or style is.

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Create your dream Sunshine Coast wedding with First Class Functions, featuring: • Onsite wedding florists • Beautiful decor & furniture range • Qualified, friendly stylists • In house chefs, wait & bar staff • Expert coordination & planning of your special day Book your personal styling appointment at our Noosaville showroom today.

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Complete Party & Marquee Hire have the equipment to make hosting your wedding easy.

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Transform any area into a stunning reception venue and create the wedding atmosphere of your dreams in the relaxed surroundings of home.

 Specialising in wedding hire, we supply all your requirements from the ceremony to a reception held at home.

Quality Service‌ At an Affordable Price.

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The creative staff have over 25 years experience and will help you plan your perfect day. With all your ceremony and reception needs under the one roof.

Shop & Depot at 40 High Street, Kippa-Ring Qld 4021

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UNIQUE EXTRAS

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Those special extras are what make your wedding unique. There are so many different options available in today’s market that spending a little time finding what is perfect for your wedding is time well spent.

If you’re looking for a magical quality to your wedding, lighting may be your answer, with different lighting effects capable of creating a wonderful fairytale atmosphere and brightening up any space.

Fireworks are also a stunning addition to your reception and will definitely entertain your guests!

Picture a curtain of bright silver sparks behind the bride & groom when they first kiss, or rows of beautiful silver fountains following the car as you depart the reception or painting the night sky with a spectacular fireworks finale! Fireworks are more affordable than ever and Rapid Action Fireworks can design a display to suit your budget. Our expert pyro-technicians have travelled and performed extensively throughout Queensland and New South Wales providing quality, value for money displays.

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Unique Extras encompass a broad range of products and services to help create the perfect atmosphere on your special day. Photobooths, customised dress hangers, lolly bars, donut walls, fingerprint trees, giant letters, pets, pet minding services and even aerobatic displays featuring aircraft drawing smoke hearts in the sky are regarded as unique extras! If you can think of it, it’s probably available for your wedding!

Rapid Action Fireworks M 0418 875 227 E mike@rapidaction.com.au W www.rapidaction.com.au

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It’s your turn to live the fairytale and Skylighter can give you that unforgettable experience.

Imagine...

A sky full of colour and red hearts bursting to the beats of your favourite songs giving you a stunning ending to your Special Day. Or a wall of shimmering gold and silver fountains creating a gorgeous backdrop as you enter your Reception or cut the Wedding Cake.

The sky’s the limit and Skylighter Fireworks can tailor packages to meet your budget.

Sophisticated, bold and adventurous - are you looking to create your signature style?

Contact us and let our professional team inspire you to select & create your own design, colour palette & look from our stunning bridal collection!

These handcrafted vintage-style blackboards are perfect to welcome guests to your wedding reception with a modern yet classic look.

Display directions to the wedding ceremony, the time & location of the reception, the guest seating arrangements or the drink & menu options on these beautiful wedding chalkboards that are light and easy to move around.

We have the perfect combination of solutions to create the ultimate wedding. Choose from our range of Love Letters, Mr & Mrs or Initials in our Light Up Letters. Our range of LED Trees in White Maple of Cherry Blossom will certainly impress. Or our Mirror Booth & Indoor Spark & Ice combination will be the highlight of the night.

Plus ask us about our range of Neon Signs.

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Kaimi & Co M 0403 339 587 E contact@kaimi.com.au W https://www.facebook.com/ vintagebykaimi/

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TRADITIONS & CUSTOMS Traditions, customs, conventions and superstitions, whether you realise it or not, are probably a part of your wedding.

The eternal bond

This never-ending circle, complete union without end, is symbolised today by wedding rings.

Carried over the threshold

A romantic custom nowadays, but it is believed to have come from the time when tribal man hit his chosen wife over the head and carried her away so her kin couldn’t find them!

Throwing rice

Or confetti, bubbles, rose petals or pot pouri. Rice throwing originated in Asia and was considered a symbol of fertility.

Something old, something new…

The tradition of wearing ‘something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue’ is still recognised by many brides today; often in the form of a garter or ribbon (something blue), jewellery (something old), gown (something new) or handkerchief (something borrowed).

The luck of the chimney sweep

Originating in England, it was considered good luck to invite an authentic chimney sweep to your wedding to ensure the marriage was a happy and prosperous one.

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Your Lucky Chimney Sweep Make your Wedding Day complete.

Invite your Lucky Chimney Sweep.

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BOMBONIERE

It is a nice idea to leave your guests something sweet to take home as a token of appreciation for their attendance and gifts. ‘Bomboniere’ is an Italian word meaning ‘sweet favour’ (French Bonbonniere), and in Australia the word has come to represent the small gift the married couple gives to each reception guest.

Traditionally a bag of five sugared almonds to signify health, wealth, happiness, long life and fertility, bomboniere now takes many forms.

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ADDICTIONS

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Shop 7-8, 171-183 Main St Montville QLD 4560 Ph: (07) 5478 5556

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entertainment

ENTERTAINMENT Entertainment is the perfect ingredient to complete your wedding day and there are so many different options available.

The right entertainment will set the mood, highlight the day’s proceedings and create a special harmony to share with all those lucky enough to be celebrating with you.

Whatever form of entertainment you choose, employ experienced personnel who understand your specific needs.

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Let the lush melodic echoes of the harp add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your special day, creating a romantic atmosphere for you and your guests.

Whether it be a quaint garden elopement or a black tie soiree the soft sounds of the harp will complement any affair.

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MCs

The Wedding MC manages the timing of the Wedding Reception to ensure all goes to plan.

YES! Entertainment provides: •A personally tailored presentation for each Wedding.

•E nsures guests, venue staff and suppliers are kept informed throughout the night.

•O ffers Experience - with time taken before the event to focus on important aspects of your Wedding.

•O ur Focus is on good entertainment.

All the Bride & Groom have to do is enjoy their Wedding Reception.

DJs

A professional DJ offers selection and timing – the right song at the right time.

YES! Entertainment provides: •A huge selection of music across a wide range of genres & artists to create the perfect mood.

•M usic during dinner plus the right mix for the party at the end of the night.

•W e want you to enjoy the night - song requests are welcome.

•A meeting before ensures that all plans are understood and we are fully prepared for the day.

Our DJ Service includes sound equipment, microphones and lights

SOUND + LIGHTING

If you’re looking after your entertainment and you need Sound + Lighting – we can help.

YES! Entertainment hires: •S ound & Lighting for the Wedding Ceremony.

•S ound & Lighting for the Wedding Reception or the Engagement Party.

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We will suit your needs and fit your budget.

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transport

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TRANSPORT Transport can be as simple as decorating the best cars you, your friends and family have to offer, or as unique and charming as a horse drawn carriage, fleet of vintage cars, BMW convertibles, Chrysler 300C’s or a stretch limousine. But it doesn’t end there; buses, motorbikes and even helicopters have been used to create an awe inspiring entrance.

Arrangements to and from the wedding ceremony usually only differ in that afterwards the bride and groom will travel together.

Organising wedding transport is usually a task that the groom, best man or groomsmen organise. With a number of different styles of vehicles available, you should have no trouble choosing one that reflects your overall wedding theme, however book as early as possible as they are popular and you don’t want to be disappointed.

Champagne Wedding Carriages are Brisbane’s largest Carriage Company servicing all areas.

Merv & Margaret have been involved in the Wedding industry for 30 years. Experience the nostalgia of a bygone-era in one of our Elegant Cinderella, Smart Victoria, or Landau Carriages, available in Black, Burgundy or White.

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Horse drawn carriages for all occasions

CARRIAGE SEAT FROM TWO TO TEN PEOPLE AVAILABLE

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catering

CATERING There’s one thing guests always remember about a wedding - the food!

Caterers are very versatile and can work just about anywhere you want them to. They can offer a buffet or smorgasbord style presentation to full silver service. Their service usually includes the preparation and serving of food, the provision of cutlery and crockery and the cleaning up afterwards, yay!

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It can often prove difficult to meet all the needs of your guests nowadays with the prevalence of food allergies and intolerances; gluten-free, lactose-free, meat-free, dairy-free, are just some of the common requests which need to be respected. So it’s more important than ever to choose a caterer you are confident with, allowing you and your guests to relax and enjoy the party!

It’s through sharing food that we create lifelong friendships, and because of this, In Season Catering understands the importance of this element to your special event.

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RECEPTIONS You’ve said your ‘I do’s’, now it’s time to celebrate! There are limitless possibilities when it comes to selecting your wedding reception venue. Regardless of whether you choose to have a traditional or modern wedding, pick a reception venue that will suit the formality, theme and ambience of your wedding.

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Flaxton Gardens Flaxton Gardens is perfectly positioned with coastal views stretching from Noosa to Moreton Island Winery

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Flaxton Gardens’ style has been described as tranquil elegance and appeals to most brides, whether they’re embracing an elegant, rustic or vintage style. With its perfectly manicured gardens, Flaxton Gardens offers a variety of ceremony and reception options with the Escarpment, the Arbour with views of the vineyard and windmill, the Barrel Room with the winery doors as a backdrop or the Winery itself.

Whether a small intimate wedding in the Restaurant or a large celebration with 280 guests in a clear marquee, the team at Flaxton Gardens are experts at bringing weddings to life and wholeheartedly believe in creating a celebratory atmosphere that you and your guests will remember forever.

Food is part of Flaxton Gardens’ love language and our Chefs’ passion to satisfy all the senses comes to life in their mouth-watering dishes.

DREAM MENU Entrée

Warm Thai beef salad with lychee and coriander dressing

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Confit duck with sweet corn puree, rosti potato and pancetta

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Located in the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Flaxton Gardens is an iconic wedding and reception venue where your wedding dreams become reality.

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The Landing at Dockside Riverside ceremonies & receptions

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As Queensland’s Award Winning Wedding and Function Centre with magnificent views of the Brisbane River and Dockside Marina, The Landing is the perfect setting for your special day.

Whether you are wanting a cocktail style or formal dining reception, The Landing offers a variety of all-inclusive packages that have been designed to suit all styles and budgets.

Catering for 30 to 1500 guests, the three unique private reception spaces allows you to add your own personal style and special touch, making each wedding unique and unforgettable.

With our stunning Riverfront ceremony garden, you can enjoy the convenience of hosting your wedding in the one location.

Char-grill roasted lamb tenderloin, wattle seed shallot, smoked eggplant, leek & Newstead ginger beer reduction

The Landing at Dockside’s premium five star food, service and outstanding views will ensure your wedding dreams become a reality.

Crispy skinned barramundi, oven roasted kipfler potatoes tossed in native mint, harissa dusted puff pastry, champagne muscatel salsa verde (df)

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Village Roadshow Theme Parks Unique venues, exhilarating rides, exciting shows, amazing animals, spectacular theming

From 50 - 3000 Experience unmistakable charm, elegance and sophistication with a selection of 5 exquisite venues on offer at Village Roadshow Theme Parks.

With an endless choice of fabulous and unique wedding venues, Village Roadshow Theme Parks has the perfect back drop for your wedding ceremony.

From Dinner with the Dolphins at Sea World to a storybook countryside charm at Paradise country; from stunning water views setting at Sea World Resort to glamorous Hollywood starlight dinner at Movie World; whichever style you have in mind, you will find your dream venue at Village Roadshow Theme Parks.

DREAM MENU EntrĂŠe

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WHERE DREAMS COME TRUE Experience unmistakable charm, elegance and sophistication with a selection of exquisite venues on offer at Village Roadshow Theme Parks and ensure your wedding day is the fairytale you’ve always dreamed of.

Call 07 5591 0020 or email ConferencesAndEvents@vrtp.com.au or visit themeparks.com.au/weddings Please visit us at Your Local Wedding Guide Gold Coast Bridal Expo

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Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters Surround yourself with family & friends on your special day in one of our intimate spaces

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Located in the heart of Mermaid Waters, just minutes away from the surfing beaches & shopping precinct of Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise, Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters has created an enviable reputation as a versatile wedding ceremony and reception venue.

With three wedding reception areas available, Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters has stylish rooms to accommodate your specialty needs, whether your special day is a large or small occasion. From the spacious multi-tiered Oriana room seating 30210 guests and complete with a dance floor, or to the Markeri room with its unique ambience for romance; our specialist staff will ensure you have a truly memorable day.

DREAM MENU

EntrĂŠe

Salt and Pepper Squid on Mango and Melon Salsa

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We look forward to hosting your wedding in the near future.

Char Grilled Lamb Rump Served with Butternut Pumpkin, Fetta Mash and Steamed Greens with Minted Tzatziki

Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters Corner of Makeri Street & Sunshine Boulevard, Mermaid Waters QLD 4218 P 07 5572 2500 E mermaidwatersresortfunctions@ alhgroup.com.au www.mermaidwatershotel.com.au www.WeddingGuide.com.au

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Baby Pavlova with Fruit Salad Salsa, Cream & Passionfruit Syrup

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Special Memories at Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters

Committed to the Success of your Special Day We offer a range of catering options from canapĂŠs, lavish banquets to the more intimate table service with the option of a private bar.

Our friendly and professional team will help you to create a function to suit your style with a range of packages available to meet your budget.

Corner of Makeri Street & Sunshine Boulevard, Mermaid Waters QLD 4218 38735

Ph 07 5572 2500 Email mermaidwatersresortfunctions@alhgroup.com.au

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Cherrabah Resort Where your dreams become Reality 120

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It’s your wedding - let us help make it a day to remember.

Our aim is to make your day as memorable and enjoyable as possible.

Cherrabah Resort offers personalised services from our wedding coordinator who has many years experience in the industry and the imagination to match. There has been no theme that has not been accommodated for at Cherrabah Resort.

With the many spectacular wedding sites to choose from it is a photographer’s paradise. Take the tractor train from the homestead to one of our unique wedding sites and back again. We offer many different modes of transport for the bride to make that grand entrance to her ceremony. Here at Cherrabah Resort we also have a Transport Coordinator, Wedding Coordinator, Decorator and Musician.

It is no wonder more brides are utilising the services offered for their big day.

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We offer packages to suit all budgets that have been designed to leave the bride stress free to focus on her wedding day. Our major focus is to provide the perfect wedding day that will be remembered for years to come.

Baked glazed ham Selection of cold meats served with fresh crusty rolls Antipasto selection cheese platters Gourmet beef sliders

We are your one stop wedding destination.

Gourmet chicken sliders Char-grilled pork skewers with seasoned chips backets

Cherrabah Resort Keoghs Road, Elbow Valley via Warwick QLD 4370 P 07 4667 9177 E operations@cherrabah.com.au www.cherrabah.com.au www.WeddingGuide.com.au

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Cherrabah Resort Country Weddings are truly committed to future brides and grooms. Here at Cherrabah Resort we offer your one stop country wedding venue along with high level country hospitality. We look forward to creating your dream day by delivering the best possible experience to you and your guests. Cherrabah Resort sprawls across 5086 acres of a very peaceful mountain perched almost 3000 feet above sea level, overlooking the picturesque Elbow Valley and the Great Dividing Range.

1 KEOGHS ROAD, ELBOW VALLEY VIA WARWICK QLD 4370 P 07 4667 9177 E operations@cherrabah.com.au

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City Golf Club Plan your reception from room set-up to dream menu

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The City Golf Club is located five minutes from the city centre, but a world away from city life.

Set in the foreground of the picturesque 18 hole lush green golf course The City Golf Club offers you the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony or reception.

After your ceremony, let us entertain your guests in our lounge overlooking the fairways and putting green, or at our fully licensed Mini Golf and Driving Range centre. Our multi award winning facility offers over 300 sealed carparks with a motorised buggy to pick guests up from their cars along with fully licensed and air conditioned bars and lounges for guests to relax in. The 4.5 star City Golf Club Motel is only minutes away with our courtesy bus service from door to door.

Our experienced function staff are on hand to cater for your every whim, from the first tentative plans to the sumptuous meal at the reception you’ve dreamt of.

We will help you choose the perfect menu and plan your reception from room setup to the conclusion of your fairy-tale day.

DREAM MENU EntrĂŠe

Coconut prawns with a rocket, mango and coconut salsa and lime aioli

Main

Gold Accredited ABIA member.

ABIA Queensland Winner - Club Reception: 2012, 2011, 2009 & 2008.

Char grilled grain fed rib fillet with kumara puree, wilted spinach, truss cherry tomatoes and red wine jus

Dessert

City Golf Club 254 South Street, Toowoomba QLD 4350 Functions & Events Manager P 07 4636 9060 E functions@citygolf.com.au www.citygolf.com.au www.WeddingGuide.com.au

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Where your Story begins Weddings at

Wedding Expo

Ph. 4636 9060 functions@citygolf.com.au www.citygolf.com.au 254 South Street, South Toowoomba

8th March 2020 10am to 2pm

Your Toowoomba escape awaits you at our 4.5 Motel overlooking the 18 hole Championship Golf Course CALL 07 4636 9999 TODAY TO BOOK Enjoy the best that Toowoomba has to offer at a great rate.

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Mercure Gold Coast Resort Pre-wedding soirees, stylish accommodation, alfresco ceremonies and receptions

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Nestled among lush surrounds, Mercure Gold Coast Resort has your wedding day looked after.

Share your special day with family and friends as you enjoy sweeping views of the Gold Coast hinterland, creating the perfect ambience. Our creative wedding professionals can design a cosy indoor soiree or a night under the stars, with the option of a traditional plated menu, an indulgent banquet feast or a relaxed reception with cocktails and canapes.

After dancing the night away, escape to your private room and wake up to an indulgent breakfast delivered to your door. You won’t forget your wedding day with amazing photo opportunities throughout the gardens and on our grand staircase.

DREAM MENU Canape

Seared pepper beef, roasted onion and cream cheese with truffle oil

EntrĂŠe

Baked prawns and scallops with preserved lemon dressing, fennel, radish and dill

Main

Wattle seed rubbed lamb rump with kumara mash, broccolini and jus

Mercure Gold Coast Resort 64 Palm Meadows Drive Carrara Qld 4211 P 07 5555 7714 E H9052-SL1@accor.com www.mercuregoldcoastresort.com.au

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Beside the picturesque Palm Meadows Golf Course, Mercure Gold Coast Resort has your wedding day looked after... from the proposal to the after party

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Highfields Cultural Centre Complimentary themed lighting to create a magical atmosphere

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Making your wedding dreams a reality, with a perfect garden setting for your ceremony and a spacious reception room.

Our peaceful garden setting surrounded by stately trees provides the perfect backdrop for your intimate exchange of vows. Afterwards, your family and friends can relax and indulge in pre-dinner canapés and a glass of champagne, whilst your wedding photos are being captured.

Our spacious reception room is versatile offering a range of reception styles including sit-down, cocktail or high tea. Our aim is to provide a personalised service of the highest quality. We are here to make your special day happen your way and we pride ourselves on making the whole process relaxed and enjoyable. Call us today to discuss your needs.

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DREAM MENU On arrival

Chef’s selection of gourmet canapes

Main

250g aged Darling Downs beef fillet served with creamy mashed potato, seasonal garden vegetables and a béarnaise sauce

Dessert

Cappuccino crème brulee with almond and pistachio biscotti and seasonal berries

Highfields Cultural Centre O’Brien Road, Highfields QLD 4352 P 07 4699 6500 E highfields.cultural@tr.qld.gov.au www.tr.qld.gov.au/HCC www.WeddingGuide.com.au

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Your perfect wedding, your special day

Highfields Cultural Centre The Highfields Cultural Centre in O’Brien Road, Highfields is a short 10-minute drive from Toowoomba.

Motel accommodation and transport nearby.

Call us today to inspect our wonderful venue.

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The romantic surrounds of Palmer Gold Coast make it a much sought after choice for brides and grooms. Featuring St Andrews chapel, a lakeside wedding arch and spectacular views from the clubhouse, Palmer Gold Coast is the ideal venue for your wedding.

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Palmer Colonial is renowned for it’s unique Queenslander style clubhouse with stunning views of the hinterland, it also boasts a beautiful wedding arch set at the foot of a lake making it the perfect backdrop for your special day.

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Both beautiful venues have their own unique style and character, offering the perfect location for stunning photos and a beautiful reception.

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Say ‘I do’ with the coral sea

Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life love gives us a fairytale.

•2 minute walk from the Iconic Cylinder Beach & Home Beach •M esmerising Sea views to take your breathe away •N ow offering Headland & Beach ceremonies •F lexible wedding & event options •L uxury accommodation •P re & Post events for 2 – 200 guests.

•D edicated team of events staff to oversee the planning and operation of the function •E ndless possibilities

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At Stella’s we believe in celebrating life’s special events and all those magical moments of love and laughter that make your heart sing.

With the stars in your eyes and your hearts tangled up with love, this is the perfect place to say I Do with an absolutely breathtaking view overlooking Queensland’s Gold Coast.

Love Lives Here At Stellas …The Little Gem in the Heart of the Hinterland

www.atstellas.com.au At Stellas

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Creating the perfect wedding is about choice...

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The team at Twin Waters Golf Club understands that every Wedding and every Bride is unique, we have created special options to cater to all tastes and desires when it comes to your special day. Choose from the Rotunda, the Gardens, the Woods or the Beach.

You owe it to yourself to call our specialist wedding coordinator today to experience the Twin Waters Golf

Work with our team to create highly personalized, tantalizing menus within a spectacular surrounding.

We have a wide variety of reception options, from cocktail functions to more formal sit-down dinners.

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If you’re looking to save some money on your special day, a DIY wedding is the way to go!

The Oakey Cultural Centre has flexible solutions to help you plan your wedding day.

Not only can you run your own bar, you can also self-cater – ensuring your special day is exactly as you’d like it.

• Capacity to seat 50 - 500 • Spacious function room • Stylish lounge and courtyard • 25mins from Toowoomba • Assistance planning your DIY wedding

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Exquisite Weddings at Gainsborough Greens Gainsborough Greens is situated centrally, just 25 minutes drive from Surfers Paradise and Brisbane CBD. The serenity of the lagoons and gardens create the perfect setting for a garden ceremony. While the reception room, located in the clubhouse over looks the golf course.

Garden lights and a candle lit room create a romantic atmosphere.

Gainsborough Greens is the ideal setting for your garden ceremony and wedding reception. Here at Gainsborough Greens we know just how important your day is and our experienced wedding team will ensure a truly memorable occasion.

1 Halcyon Drive, Pimpama, QLD weddings@gainsboroughgolf.com.au www.gainsboroughgolf.com.au 07 5546 6003

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honeymoon&accommodation A honeymoon has traditionally been the time when newly married couples relax and recuperate after their wedding. Often taken in exotic or romantic locations it allows the newly married couple to enjoy an intimate holiday together before returning to the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Some couples with busy schedules or budget constraints may choose to just have a ‘mini moon’ which is a short trip taken to a destination relatively nearby, leaving the honeymoon to a later date when they have the time and budget. Whether a honeymoon or mini moon, reservations should be made as soon as you start planning your wedding, particularly if the destination will be experiencing it’s peak season at the time of your getaway.

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Before you embark on your honeymoon, it’s a good idea to choose somewhere special to stay on your wedding night; preferably close to your reception as you may not feel like travelling too far. While that gorgeous little cottage in the woods may seem like the ideal ‘ first night’ spot; after a two- hour drive, you will probably just want to go to sleep!

Flowers, chocolates, champagne and a spa bath can make your first night together as a married couple extra special, and many accommodation venues provide these as part of their special honeymoon packages.

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Escape from the bustling streets of brisbane CBD to a spacious apartment in our heritage building that offers our guests a home away from home fusing traditional charm with modern comforts. With our central location we offer the perfect position for your trip to Brisbane City, whether you are travelling to conduct business, attend a conference, see a stage show or exhibition, attend a wedding or simply want to have a relaxed weekend shopping trip we have something for you.

Besides being a one-of-a-kind romantic getaway, honeymoons provide a post-wedding unwind and encourage you to enjoy the first days of being Mr and Mrs Newlywed. We are the experts of every type of honeymoon from round the world trips to romantic beach locations both close to home and abroad. Let us take care of all the details and you can concentrate on the wedding day. Our honeymoon experts have been in the business for over 10 years and we can’t wait to help you plan yours.

Oceans Mooloolaba is the ultimate five star oceanfront boutique resort located directly across from Mooloolaba Beach on the Sunshine Coast. Ideal for couples, Oceans Mooloolaba is the perfect sanctuary to relax and rejuvenate in style and luxury by the ocean with 46 exquisite suites and penthouses.

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Anniversaries THE ANNIVERSARY OF YOUR WEDDING DAY IS A TIME TO REMEMBER THE JOY AND THE LOVE YOU HAVE FOR EACH OTHER. TRADITIONALLY SPECIAL GIFTS ARE EXCHANGED TO MARK THE DIFFERENT ANNIVERSARIES.

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LOOKING FOR YOUR perfect CEREMONY VENUE? No need to travel to the country in search of an intimate chapel for your wedding ceremony.

Broadway Chapel is ‘The One’…

Private Air-conditioned Affordable Unique Intimate inner-city location Non-denominational (civil & religious) Gorgeous photo opportunities

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