In 22 years of working in a particular field, you end up working with and alongside a number of other people in related fields.
You get to see how they work and what sorts of people they are. This is a list of suppliers that I have worked with in the past and found to have been very good. The list includes Gold Coast Wedding Venues and planners, photographers and videographers, musicians, DJs, florists, stationers and so on. Note that the people I would particularly recommend have their titles standing out in BLACK TYPE.
Unless otherwise indicated, you can contact these suppliers through the Contact Page on their website.
In all cases, the people on this list are people with whom I have actually worked. They are known to me as conscientious, professional and competent, and as people whose behaviour and dress at ceremonies is excellent. I am always pleased to hear that I will be working with any of them.
This list is not exhaustive, and there are many fine suppliers who are not listed – only in the interests of keeping the list short enough to be useful. Any supplier who feels they should be included is welcome to ring me.
The Gold Coast wedding venues listed are all known to me from personal experience, and I list them just for your information, and as places appropriate for your consideration.
I do not receive “kickbacks” in cash or in kind from any of the recommended colleagues mentioned, and have no interest in their businesses – financial or otherwise.
Robert Moore
Photographers
Manfred Karlhuber, Southport, Qld
- 07 5532 3792
- 0413 273 296
- www.manfredphoto.com.au
Michaela Elphick, Southport, Qld
- 07 55283822
- 0414 456 375
- www.blissphotography.com.au
Emma Roberts
- 0413 297 747
- www.emmarobertsphotography.com
Brad & Kara
- 07 5531 7812
- 0412 162 212 (Brad)
- 0413 149 769
- www.PhotographicArt.com.au
Angie Branch
- 07 5524 8603
- 0408 010 487
- www.angiebranch.com.au
Martin Makeska, Nobby Beach, Qld
- 07 5575 7570
- 07 5575 7580
- 0419 679 270
- www.creative-vision.com.au
Irma & Alex, Southport, Qld
- 07 5597 3181
- www.legendsinphotography.com.au
Andrew Thurtell, Southport, Qld
- 07 5591 9006
- www.thurtell.com
Videographers
Richard Millard, Burleigh Heads, Qld
- 0402 989 331
- www.coastlineweddings.com.au
Ray & Bernadette Lawler, Currumbin, Qld
- 07 5534 2740
- 07 5525 6713
- 0408 551 157
- 0408 768 650
- www.ray-lawler.com.au
Also wedding photography
Wedding Planners / Event Stylists
Wedding Planners and Coordinators Par Excellence
Managing Director – Tammie Fowler
19 Margaret Street Southport Qld 4215
- 0418 722 231
- www.styleonq.com.au
- tammie@styleonq.com.au
Tammie Fowler was wedding coordinator at Avica Weddings and Resort and also at Lakelands Golf Club, as well as at Hayman Island and a number of English venues. She was the People’s Choice Coordinator of the Year in 2003 and 2004 here on the Gold Coast, and has been organising weddings and other functions successfully for over ten years.
Lee
- 0418 281 119
- www.afabulousevent.com.au
- info@afabulousevent.com.au
Wedding planning and events stylist and theming services
Operations manager – Tanya Sophios
The Bridal Studio, Level 3, Suite 8D, 128 Bundall Road, BUNDALL QLD 4217
Wedding planning, dresses, styling and theming
DJ Service – Ceremony & Receptions
Drew Jackson
- 0419 782 044
- www.uniteddjsofthegoldcoast.com
This company looks after Wedding ceremonies and receptions, corporate events, Nightclub DJ events, birthday, Christmas, and engagement parties. . . . this list is not exhaustive.
Musicians
Harp & flute and other combinations
- 07 3286 4822
- 0418 116 610 – Anna
- 07 3420 0629 – Janice
- www.carisma.com.au
- 07 3202 9492
- www.sallybeaumont.com.au
Sarah Schelbach
- 0423 152 709
- www.16-strings.com
Singer par excellence and guitarist
- 0419 024 845
- http://www.ellyhart.com.au/
Ellie has a very wide repertoire, and can be relied upon to enhance any occasion. She has a fabulous voice and being an excellent guitarist, she accompanies herself. She uses no recorded music.
Flute with harp, guitar, or strings
- 0438 050 398
- http://www.broadjam.com/joannasullivan
Joanna is a music teacher, performer, and conductor. Best advice is to check out her website. You will find plenty of examples of her musical skills. Her associate artists are also first class musicians.
Venues for Ceremonies
Having officiated at weddings all over the Gold Coast over the past 18 years, I am able to suggest some very good places here on the Gold Coast. Again, the list is not exhaustive.
Temple and outdoor venues
Long Road, Tamborine Mountain
- 07 5545 4400
- www.avalonweddinggardens.com.au
Chapel and outdoor venues
Wedding Co-ordinator
Indoor & outdoor venues and accommodation
28B Geissmann Street, North Tamborine Qld 4272
- 07 5545 4577
- www.pethers.com.au
(including St Andrew’s Chapel)
Wedding Coordinator
- 07 5593 1766
- palmergolf.com.au/goldcoast/?page_id=61
Chapel and various outdoor venues
Beacon Road, Mount Tamborine
- 07 5545 2544
- www.tamborinegardens.com
(offers B&B as well)
Tapani or Eeva
- 07 55 45 1424
- http://www.hotmt.com.au/wedding/
The Chapel
Wedding and Function Co-ordinator – Anne-Marie Christian
- 07 5592 9900
- www.crowneplaza.com.au
Merrimac
Functions Coordinator – Simone Rodgers
- 07 5510 6513
- www.lakelandsgolfclub.com.au/function.php
The Chapel and various venues, such as the Poolside Decking & The Royal Pines Garden,
Wedding Coordinator
- 1800 886 880
- 07 5597 8700
- www.royalpinesresort.com.au
Contact form for info on the website
Wedding and Functions Coordinator – Stacy Bunn
Gold Coast Arts Centre
- 07 5581 6584
- www.theartscentregc.com.au/venue-hire/weddings
Wedding Coordinator – Sophie
- 07 5569 1900
- www.glades.com.au
Gold Coast City Council
- 1300 130 854
- 07 5582 8211
- http://www.gcparks.com.au/ and go to Wedding bookings
The Gold Coast City Council allows weddings in parks and on beaches, subject to public events and other functions. There are restrictions, and a small fee is charged for their use. The application and fee is intended to prevent double bookings, and to ensure that any insurable events are covered.
Celebrants
I know. You may think it’s a bit funny my recommending other celebrants. However, you may prefer a female celebrant. Or I may not be available on your preferred date. So here are a couple of people I have come to have a lot of respect for over the years.
- 07 5533 9676
- 0407 758 867
- http://www.simplymagicceremonies.com.au/
Wedding Stationery
Linda Green
- 0414 600 958
- ilianadesigns.brisbane.weddingcircle.com.au
An Australian online wedding store, based locally on the Gold Coast.
Products include • Bomboniere & Favours • Unity Ceremony Sets • Cake Serving Sets • Cake Toppers • Ring Pillows • Pen Sets • Garters • Gifts • Guest Books • Wishing Wells • Flutes & Glasses • Bridal Accessories • Candles & Holders • Flower Girl Baskets • Invitations & Stationery, and much more
Michele & Russell Marks
- 07 5593 7700
- www.letscraftweddings.com.au
Wedding papers, and all accessories to suit all budgets
Florists
6 Bayview St, Runaway Bay
- 55293949
- www.eufloriaflorist.com.au
74 Gardenia Drive Bonogin Qld 4213
- 07 55 229 229
- 0439 752 128
- www.divineweddingflowers.com
Wedding Cars
John Frizzell
- 07 5594 3770
- 0423 779 853
- gcluxuryvintagecarhire.com.au/
John has beautifully maintained and preserved vintage cars including air-conditioning.
Revised 01/08/2013
