Two Celebrations, One Love Story: An Intimate Wedding Followed by a Joyous Reception at Redland Bay Golf Club

There are love stories that unfold quietly, cherished in the privacy of two hearts. Then there are those that bloom in the company of friends and family, celebrated with music, laughter, and cheer. But what if you could have both? Couples are embracing the idea of an intimate wedding ceremony followed by a larger reception party. This allows them to savour the sacredness of their commitment quietly, and then share the joy with their wider circle.

Reece and Carla invited just their immediate family and a couple of close friends to their intimate wedding ceremony on a Thursday afternoon at Redland Bay Golf Club overlooking the bay.

All heads turned as Reece grandly arrived at the ceremony in a fabulously shiny red truck cab, and walked down the aisle with his best man, Nick. He looked very suave in a blue jacket with light coloured trousers, a white shirt and a dusty blue tie.

Next, the couple’s daughters scattered flower petals as they walked towards the ceremony space, with big sister Evelyn catching toddler Ruby as she stumbled and rolled along the grass walkway (too cute!). Next followed Matron of Honour, Janeece, dressed in dusty blue satin. Carla looked lovely in a white lace gown, with a long veil upon her braided fair hair. She was accompanied by her dad. To remember her brothers, Carla attached their photos to her bouquet in a locket, and also reserved seats for them – a bittersweet touch.

During the ceremony, I told how the couple met on the Motorway. Carla noticed Reece, looking rugged in his beefy 4WD, wearing Pit Viper sunglasses. She gave him a little wave as they took the same exit. Reece was captivated by this cheeky little vixen, and found Carla on social media after recalling her personalised business plates. The couple prepared vows which they read to each other, then sealed their vows with a kiss. After some beautiful family photos, they celebrated with a small dinner.

But the celebrations didn’t end there. On the following day, they invited their extended family and friends from near and far to a reception party – also held at Redland Bay Golf Club. This festive event was a chance to dance, toast, and revel in the newly married glow with all the people who have supported their journey.

In the end, whether it’s an intimate exchange of vows or a full-blown party, each moment becomes a cherished chapter in your shared history. Two celebrations, one love story—and memories that will last a lifetime.

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Coordinator: Elope Brisbane

Venue: Redland Bay Weddings

Photographer: Romana Saeheng

Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant

DJ: @Mr Entertainment Weddings

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Wedding at Redland Bay

Celisse and Darren took advantage of a scenic family property in Redland Bay for their recent wedding. Their brief was for a relaxed, but memorable ceremony, free of stress and drama.

They built a wooden arbour and set up Americana chairs looking out to the bay and islands. With the recent rain, the property was looking green and lush.

The bridesmaids wore sage green maxi dresses, and the best gal, Sally, wore a navy vest with trousers, matching the groom and groomsmen. Celisse looked breathtakingly beautiful in a leaf lace dress with blush underlay.

The couple chose the reading,

"If I could turn back the clock

I’d find you sooner and love you longer.

I may not be your first date, first kiss or first love

But I’ll be your last everything."

After the ceremony and photos in the garden, the couple and their guests celebrated with a reception at Redland Bay Golf Club.

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Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant

Photographer: Papillon Studio

Dress: The Bridal Company

Suits: Ferrari Formalwear & Bridal

Hair: An Eye for Style Wedding Makeup & Hair Stylists

Makeup: Blush'd Brides

Cake: Cakes by Simone

 

Wedding on their 10th Anniversary as a Couple

Married on their 10th anniversary

Jacqui and Dale decided to marry on the exact date of their 10 year anniversary as a couple. Monday weddings aren’t common, but it turned out that there were quite a few advantages to their date falling on a Monday.

The couple booked the Simply Elope package with Elope Brisbane, which includes a local celebrant and photographer. They booked the arbour ceremony space and function deck at Redland Bay Golf Club for their ceremony. Jacqui’s sister helped out with the organising, and created beautiful rustic centrepieces with sage green round mats, slices of timber, tea lights, and white flowers in milk jars. Dale and the couple’s young son wore matching sage bow ties.

Jacqui, her daughters, and her father all arrived in a turquoise blue Chevrolet classic car. They walked down the aisle to the song, “Ocean Eyes,” by Billie Eilish. Celebrant Cheryl Landsberry asked Jacqui’s dad for his best wishes for the couple, then he kissed his daughter on the cheek and shook the groom’s hand before taking his seat in the front row. With the groom’s mum communicating in Auslan, Cheryl signed to ask if she welcomed bride Jacqui into the family. We then paused to remember Dale’s father, whose ashes and photo were placed on a seat at the front of the ceremony.

With young children, Dale and Jacqui agreed that a morning ceremony and lunch reception would suit them best, and their family and friends were glad of the excuse for a day off work to celebrate with them.

Venue: Redland Bay Weddings

Coordination: Elope Brisbane

Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant

Photographer: Romana Saeheng Photography and Graphic Design

DJ: Mr Entertainment Weddings & Events

Wedding at Redland Bay Golf Club

Sammie and Jack chose the vine covered arbour at Redland Bay Golf Club for their wedding ceremony.

They decided on a relaxed approach to a traditional wedding ceremony, with Sammie accompanied by four bridesmaids in emerald green, and Jack was supported by four groomsmen wearing grey suits with a black shirt underneath. The florals were lavender from @the flower shed.

Sammie walked down the aisle with her dad to “Can’t help falling in love” – the Kina Grannis version.

Celebrant Cheryl Landsberry told the story of the couple. Sammie and Jack’s first date was a coffee date at Zaraffas. The date went on for much longer than planned, and by the end of the date, Sammie knew that Jack was someone she wanted to see again. The kiss sealed the deal – they were both thinking about that kiss for days.

In her wedding vows, Sammie said, ” I look forward to building our family and experiencing all the moments and milestones this brings.”

After the ceremony, Redland Bay Golf Club Coordinator, Chelsea, packed snacks for the wedding party and led them around the beautiful golf course in golf buggies for a photo session with Redlands local photographer, Romana Saeheng Photography and Graphic Design.

The pair also hired Kandid Kombi for some fun guest entertainment during the reception.

Congratulations!

Redland Bay Weddings