Morning wedding at Cleveland

 

Aurelia and David are the most adorable young couple who just glow with happiness when they are together. They chose a morning wedding ceremony at Cleveland, and were blessed with a clear and calm day. The early ceremony time made the most of the day, when the sunshine was mild and the breeze was light.

Aurelia and her bridesmaids were beautified by Bella Brides, before being chauffeured to the ceremony by Kandid Kombi. The colourful blooms were by Little Miss Flower Shoppe.

Celebrant Cheryl Landsberry worked with the couple to compile their story. They decided on an intimate and quirky ceremony, with no cringe factor. David and Aurelia first met playing Dungeons and Dragons. When they first met, Aurélia noticed that David was the most optimistic person she had ever encountered. She genuinely didn’t realise that people like him even existed. David noticed that Aurélia was easy to get along with and had a great sense of humour. She was always quick with the punchy quips. And David noticed that he felt so open and comfortable whenever he was around Aurélia – he could just be himself without worry. 

David and Aurelia delighted their friends by walking out of their ceremony to music from Portal. Photographer Sylvie from Papillon Studio captured some beautiful photos of the day, and as a bonus, could converse in fluent French with family members.

The newlyweds celebrated with friends and family at a brunch reception at Fiction Bar at Cleveland, followed by cake by Cakes by Simone.

Wedding at Raby Bay Foreshore

After all the nerves and build up before a wedding day, it's smiles like this that show the pure bliss of the moment. We love a (biodegradable) petal toss!

After an early morning hair and makeup appointment, Kyla was chauffered to her ceremony at Raby Bay Foreshore by Kandid Kombi. Her flowers were by Little Miss Flower Shoppe. Kyla walked down the aisle to an acoustic version of,"Say you won't go" sung by guitarist, Simon Meola.

Kyla and Josh requested a classy but relaxed ceremony, and gave Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant a few dot points about their meeting.

"Kyla and Joshua first met against the odds, as they were separated by 5,000 kilometres. Kyla was studying at the University of Queensland, and Joshua was working away in the town of Onslow, Western Australia, in the Pilbara region. And they both swiped right.
Joshua and Kyla made a connection quickly, texting and chatting every day. But Kyla was quick to point out that she wasn’t interested in a long distance relationship, so friendship might be the best option.
Not one to back down or admit defeat, Joshua promptly threw himself off a scaffold to ensure a one way ticket home to Kyla, and never left her side again – so Kyla tells the story."

Photos by Sylvie from Papillon Studio

Kyla and Josh enjoyed a lunchtime reception at Fiction Bar & Restaurant at Raby Bay Harbour, which was followed by a cruise on the bay.

Thanks to the team at Elope Brisbane for another seamless event.

Does anyone object?

 

I had a phone call today from a bride whose upcoming wedding is in the planning stages. She asked if I as the celebrant would refrain from asking, "is there anyone here who objects to the wedding?" 

Her fiance's mates are "characters" and the bride was nervous about the kind of responses that might be forthcoming.

She was very relieved that I replied that not only is it not a legal requirement to ask, "does anyone object?" but it's also something that I don't include in a ceremony. 

Everyone has that one friend...

Do you agree?

Redlands Coast Wedding

 

Nicole and Trent decided on an elegant and romantic wedding, with their ceremony at Raby Bay Foreshore, and celebrations afterwards at Fiction Bar at Cleveland. Nicole chose blush and silver for the colour palette. They asked the team at Elope Brisbane to collate all their wedding professionals to ensure a stress free preparation to their dream wedding.

Stunning Nicole was pampered by hair and makeup artist, Suzie, at An Eye for Style Wedding Hair and Makeup at Cleveland. Her bouquet was from Little Miss Flower Shoppe at Wynnum. Nicole was transported to the ceremony location in a stylish, silver Rolls Royce from Our Weddings Cars. Trent and the kids took the fun option of arriving by Kombi.

The classic arbour and Americana chairs at the ceremony location by Raby Bay were styled by Mel from Miss Weddings. The simple ceremony was led by local celebrant, Cheryl Landsberry, who guided the family as they all added different colours of sand to a vase in a family sand ceremony. Photographer, Romana Saeheng, took the opportunity to capture not only gorgeous photos of the couple, but also their extended family while they were all dressed up.

Contact the team at Elope Brisbane to coordinate your dream Redlands Coast wedding.

Wedding at Palm Tree Lawn, Brisbane Botanic Gardens

With two youngsters and a third on the way, Anastasia and Steven decided on a short and sweet ceremony at Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha. Following their ceremony at the Palm Tree Lawn, they held a picnic where the parents could relax and catch up with family and friends, and the kids could race around with their cousins.

Steven and Anastasia asked the team at Elope Brisbane to coordinate their day as they have such a busy life to navigate. Steve from Kandid Kombi transported the bride and her bridesmaid from her hair and makeup appointment straight to the gardens. Stylist Mel from Miss Weddings installed a white arbour with burgundy flowers and white Americana chairs in the ceremony space at the Palm Tree Lawn. Celebrant Cheryl Landsberry created a simple, relaxed, and funny ceremony so the youngsters wouldn't have to sit still for too long. Photographer Romana Saeheng took the opportunity to capture some gorgeous family photos while everyone was dressed up and in the same place at the same time. The cake was crafted by Cakes by Simone.

Anastasia sent a cheeky email to Cheryl, "Thank you so much for a wonderful day yesterday. It went smoothly and quickly, just as we had hoped! (haha)."

Contact the team at Elope Brisbane to make it all happen for you.

www.elopebrisbane.com.au

Wedding at Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

Crystal and Alvin first met as students. 

When they first met, Alvin noticed that Crystal was reserved and intellectual. He thought she would make a valuable study partner.

Crystal noticed Alvin’s cheeky sense of humour. She knew he would be lots of fun to be around.

As they spent time together working on assessments, they admired so many qualities in each other, and after graduation, looked for work opportunities in the same city so they could spend more time together.

Alvin and Crystal decided on a low-key intimate wedding ceremony at the Botanic Gardens at Mount Coot-tha, with just their closest family and friends. Alvin promised to wait to binge watch their favourite series together, and Crystal promised to take them on food adventures together.

Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry

Photographer: Romana Saeheng

Coordinator: Elope Brisbane

Stylist: Miss Weddings

Cake: Cakes by Simone

Location: Palm Tree Lawn, Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mount Coot-tha

Wedding at Newstead Park

Sam and Mic first met around 8 years ago at the Victory Hotel. Sam was out with friends, and Mic was kicking on after the Caxton Street Seafood and Wine Festival. Both had consumed a couple of beverages.

Mic noticed Sam from across the room with her long brunette hair and sparkly eyes. He decided to start a conversation with her. Sam thought Mic was a bit cute, but his hair was too perfect for him to possibly be straight.

Soon, the conversation was flowing easily, with the two bantering like old friends. They had a boogie on the dance floor and neither wanted the evening to end.

Mic and Sam were soon spending every spare moment together, and they became a couple.

Sam and Mic chose a relaxed and intimate wedding ceremony at Newstead Park, Brisbane.
Sam showed off her toned physique in a fitted dress with a gorgeous train. Mic was dapper in an olive green jacket.
Surrounded by their closest family and friends, Mic promised to be the manager at Daddy Day Care while Sam worked out, and Sam explained that she and Mic complemented each other - he being the gift wrapper, and she the writer on cards.

The couple were guided and encouraged with their vow writing by celebrant Cheryl Landsberry.
Photographer Romana Saeheng captured some snaps which will be treasured for years to come.
Mel from Miss Weddings supplied an arbour and Americana chairs, and the fresh flowers were by Little Miss Flower Shop.
Afterwards, celebrations were held at the Breakfast Creek Hotel.

"Cheryl was just amazing. She was extremely helpful with every step leading up to our big day. She has a beautiful and calm nature which made us both feel at ease and made our day perfect and stress free. Highly recommend Cheryl to anyone on the hunt for a great celebrant." Sam and Mic Nov 2022

Contact the team at Elope Brisbane for your stress free wedding at Newstead Park, Brisbane.

Brisbane Wedding at Ocean View Estates

 Anna and Luke exchanged promises to love each other for infinity at their summer wedding at Ocean View Estates just out of Brisbane. 

Guests were cooled by the breeze from the dam, and were shaded under the purpose-built gazebo.

The couple are so thrilled to have found each other and are looking forward to sharing their happily ever after with each other.

Photo by Eric Wang Photography

Brisbane Wedding at The Courthouse Restaurant, Cleveland

 

Kelsey and Andy chose Redlands wedding venue, the historic Courthouse Restaurant at Cleveland Point, for their wedding ceremony and reception. The gardens of the restaurant overlook Moreton Bay, with views out to North Stradbroke Island. 

Redlands wedding celebrant, Cheryl Landsberry, told the story of the couple's meeting and subsequent falling in love. Photographs by the incredible team at NSI Photography.

Kangaroo Point wedding at Riverlife

 

Riverlife at Kangaroo Point in Brisbane is located right on the banks of the Brisbane River, making it an ideallyic venue for a Brisbane City wedding. 

Isabelle and Dalton exchanged marriage vows and wedding rings in a beautiful Spring wedding ceremony against this gorgeous backdrop created by Beautiful Weddings. 

Brisbane Marriage Celebrant Cheryl Landsberry was the officiant. 

The day was beautiful, memorable, and just what the couple hoped for.

Congratulations!

www.cherylwedding.com

How do I obtain a divorce certificate in Australia?

If you have been married before, your celebrant will need to sight proof that your previous marriage has ended before you can be married again.
You probably received a divorce certificate at the time of your divorce, but where is it now?
If you need to obtain another divorce certificate, this cannot be done at the Registry of Births, Deaths, and Marriages. BDM only register births, deaths, and marriages. Not divorces. The court system registers divorces.

In Australia, you can apply for your divorce certificate online. An electronic document is able to be downloaded from the Commonwealth Courts Portal. Here are some links that may assist you:

http://www.federalcircuitcourt.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/fccweb/how-do-i/divorce/proof-of-divorce/fcc-proof-divorce

https://www.comcourts.gov.au/pip/individual/new

Once you have shown the divorce order to your celebrant, you will be eligible to go ahead with your marriage (providing the other criteria have been met).

Wedding Hairstyle

Wedding guests often ask me who does my hair styles. Suzie from An Eye for Style at Cleveland can always whip up a classy and elegant up-style which stays in place no matter what the weather does!

Wedding Up-style

Wedding hairstyle

Wedding Upstyle

Hair by An Eye for Style, Cleveland

Wedding at Cloudland

If you are looking for the ultimate wedding venue in Brisbane, Cloudland, in Fortitude Valley, is lavish and luxurious.

This couple chose a professional team, including Qualis Photography, decorating by White Lace & Promises, DJ & MC G & M Group Events, and Marriage Celebrant Cheryl Landsberry ido@cherylwedding.com

North Stradbroke Island wedding

North Stradbroke Island is an island paradise, only half an hour off the coast of Cleveland, a suburb of Brisbane. The waters are crystal clear, and the sand is pristine, making Straddie the choice for Brisbane, interstate, and international couples looking for a beach wedding.

To get to North Stradbroke Island, the Stradbroke Flyer leaves from Toondah Harbour at Cleveland on the hour. http://www.flyer.com.au/ Buses meet each water taxi to take passengers from Dunwich to the surf beaches at Point Lookout.

Stradbroke Ferries offer the choice of a vehicle barge or a passenger water taxi. https://www.stradbrokeferries.com.au/

Deadman's beach is a secluded beach near Point Lookout, within close walking distance from the carpark. The area can be booked for weddings at Redland City Council.  https://www.redland.qld.gov.au/info/20133/parks_and_foreshore_reserves/92/book_a_park_reserve_or_beach

Wedding at North Stradbroke Island

This morning wedding in January was relaxed and picture perfect. There was even a pod of dolphins frolicking close to shore. The bride and groom stayed in accommodation on Straddie the evening before, ate dinner at a local restaurant, and walked along the beach under the moonlight in preparation for their wedding.

Cheryl Landsberry is a local marriage celebrant with over fifteen years experience, who has performed many wedding ceremonies on North Stradbroke Island.
Contact Cheryl ido@cherylwedding.com for lots of information and ideas.

Noosa Wedding Ceremony Sites

There are so many gorgeous places to be married in Noosa, on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland. Noosa is a 2 hour drive north from Brisbane.

Hidden Grove, Noosa

Along the foreshore, at Main Beach, Noosa, wedding ceremony sites can be booked through the Council. Here is the link: https://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/weddings-ceremonies

There are six ceremony areas along the boardwalk at Noosa beach which can be booked. The current fee is $371.50.


From East to West, the Noosa beach wedding ceremony areas are:

Laguna Grove, Noosa 

Hidden Grove, Noosa

Sandcastles Grove, Noosa

Maison la Plage Grove, Noosa

Seahaven Grove, Noosa