Mount Coot-tha Botanical Gardens

Held a ceremony at the Mount Coot-tha Botanical Gardens on the weekend at wedding lawn one. Beautiful location, very natural setting but unfortunately I must advise other celebrants that it is not very practical.

I for one love brides to have a long bridal walk with their bridal party and the bridge beside wedding lawn 1 allows this. It is also extra special as the groom is permitted glimpses of the bride as she comes through the trees, enhancing the anticipation I guess.

The ground where you would your ceremony is on a slope so no chairs for signing etc. Unfortunately the slope places a dilemma as to where the celebrant should stand during the ceremony. If you stand behind the bride and groom you will be lost as you will be much farther down the hill than they. Luckily for me I am tall so I was able to stand behind and conduct the ceremony. The only other option is standing in front, this would be ok if it was a very small bridal party but if it was a large bridal party say 4 groomsmen and 4 bridesmaids then you would appear to be towering over everyone as you would be on the high side of the slope.

I must also recommend you use a microphone on the day, no matter how few you have to conduct your ceremony in front of. The running little stream behind poses a threat to your volume and since all your guests are uphill from you your voice is lost to the grass at their feet.

My mistake last weekend, albeit, everyone still thought it was a magical ceremony was that with only twenty guests I went with the option of no microphone and had to strain for the whole ceremony. And I have a big voice.

Last but not least, it is a long way for the bridal party to walk from the carpark. They are almost exhausted by the time they get there.

Otherwise it is a wedding photographers dream with so many beautiful locations to take photos.

My advice would be to give wedding lawn 1 a miss and arrange to come back and take your wedding photos there.

Be aware of the slope!

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Hayman - Great Barrier Reef

Spectacular island and Whitsunday vistas, luxurious resort atmosphere and superb reef location!

Beautiful Hayman, lapping the waters of the Great Barrier Reef, offers a truly unique and memorable setting for your special occasion. Whether it be in the magnificent Stella Maris Chapel, set high above the resort with spectacular views of crystal blue Whitsunday waters, a tranquil garden oasis or a private island idyll of your own choosing, Hayman promises a breathtaking backdrop for a ceremony to evoke wonderful memories..

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Hayman's team of wedding professionals can assist in personally tailoring your wedding ceremony or renewal of vows, or you may wish to select one of the following experiences:

HAYMAN ESSENTIAL WEDDING 

$1900

• Co-ordination service
• Ceremony location and set-up
• Celebrant or religious representative fee
• Transportation to and from ceremony
• Toasting wine and orange juice
• Complimentary room upgrade for wedding couple
• French Champagne and chocolates in couple's room on arrival

HAYMAN ULTIMATE WEDDING

A$2500

• Co-ordination service
• Ceremony location and set-up
• Celebrant or religious representative fee
• Transportation to and from ceremony
• Floral table decoration
• Wedding cake
• Toasting wine and orange juice
• Bride's hand-held bouquet
• Groom's button-hole
• Complimentary room upgrade for wedding couple
• French Champagne and chocolates in couple's room on arrival

HAYMAN PURE INDULGENCE WEDDING 

A$3750

• Co-ordination service
• Ceremony location and set-up
• Celebrant or religious representative fee
• Transportation to and from ceremony
• Floral table decoration
• Wedding cake
• Toasting French Champagne and orange juice
• Bride's hand-held bouquet
• Groom's button-hole
• 3-course candlelight dinner
• Romantic breakfast on couple's private balcony
• Sunset Beach Drop Off with a bottle of chilled wine and cheese platter
• Pure Indulgence beauty treatments for bride (60-minute Facial, Classic Manicure and Pedicure)
• Massage for groom (60 minutes)
• Complimentary room upgrade for wedding couple
• French Champagne and chocolates in room on arrival

HAYMAN RENEWAL OF VOWS 

A$1900

• Co-ordination service
• Ceremony location and set-up
• Renewal of vows service fee
• Transportation to and from ceremony
• Toasting wine and orange juice

ROLLS ROYCE CEREMONY TRANSPORT

Hayman's elegant 1963 Silver Cloud Rolls Royce is available for couples wishing to be chauffeured to their ceremony in style. This magnificent vintage vehicle features a spacious interior and rich leather upholstery with the bride and groom wending their way to the ceremony setting in supreme comfort and luxury.

CEREMONY SETTINGS

STELLA MARIS CHAPEL

Nestled in the hills of the island, beautiful Stella Maris Chapel enjoys lush, tropical surrounds and breathtaking vistas of the resort, Whitsunday Passage and neighbouring islands. This stunning outlook, complemented by the chapel's rich Queensland timbers, ceiling to floor glass walls and expansive veranda, offers a magnificent setting for ceremonies of up to 40 guests. 

OUTDOOR ISLAND LOCATIONS

Couples can conduct their ceremonies in personally selected, outdoor island locations. Tranquil ponds, gently cascading waterfalls or picturesque manicured gardens provide spectacular backdrops for your ceremony.

THE FORMAL GARDEN

Hayman’s famous avenue of Phoenix palms and fountains, The Formal Garden is a magnificent and popular choice for ceremonies.

HAYMAN BEACH AND REEF

For a beautiful Hayman wedding experience, the pristine sands of Hayman Beach, fronting the sparkling Coral Sea, provides the perfect backdrop for your ceremony. Couples can also choose to conduct their ceremony aboard one of the resort's white luxury launches or yachts for a truly unique ceremony experience amidst crystal clear Whitsunday waters.

RECEPTION CELEBRATIONS

Beautiful La Fontaine is available for private bookings, offering an elegant environment for your wedding celebrations. The restaurant’s sense of grand occasion is created by a blend of soft and rich tones and ambient lighting amid Louis XVI furnishings, Waterford crystal chandeliers and a magnificent central limestone fountain.

A Private Dining Room, seating 14 and adjoining La Fontaine is also available for exclusive use. The dinner setting is of Regency Mahogany with room appointments including a dome ceiling painted in 23-carat gold, a Waterford crystal chandelier, 17th Century marble fireplace, 19th Century bronze firedogs and paintings from the Heidelberg School.

Hayman offers special wedding accommodation rates for family and friends. 

The lodgement of intention to marry is required at least one month and one day prior to the ceremony. The celebrant or religious representative will forward relevant documents once the ceremony has been booked.

Prices are based on a maximum 10 people at the ceremony. Prices for additional guests are available on request.

Additional charges may apply for a sunset ceremony if overnight accommodation is required for the celebrant or religious representative.

Prices are subject to change without notice.

All prices listed are for payments by cash. Prices are quoted in Australian dollars and are inclusive of a 10% Goods and Services Tax. Hayman accepts cash, travellers cheques and all major credit cards including American Express, Diners, Visa, MasterCard and Bankcard. Hayman applies a 1.5% surcharge for Visa and Mastercard transactions and a 3.5% surcharge for American Express, Diners Club and JCB transactions. EFTPOS facilities are available however limits apply. Hayman does not accept personal or business cheques unless approved prior to arrival.


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Historic River Mill - Gold Coast Hinterland Chapel and Reception Venue

Experience the Historic Rivermill's romantic charm, an ideal setting for your perfect wedding day.

Exchange vows in our chapel, or have your ceremony outdoors in a country garden. Enjoy the peace and tranquility alongside the Coomera River and its accompanying cascade.

Phone:  07 5533 2922

Website:  www.historicrivermill.com.au

Address:  950 Beaudesert Nerang Road, Mount Nathan, QLD 4211

Experience the Historic Rivermill's romantic charm, an ideal setting for your perfect wedding day.

Exchange vows in our chapel weddings, or have your ceremony outdoors in a country garden wedding. Enjoy the peace and tranquility alongside the Coomera River and its accompanying cascade.

For a breathtaking moment enter through a stone archway, crossing over a bridge, to wed surrounded by water lillies and terraced rock gardens.

Wedding and reception at the same location.

Following your ceremony enjoy the ease of having your wedding and reception all at one location. Explore the many picturesque backdrops with your bridal party to capture your memorable wedding photos.

Meanwhile your guests can wander through our historical museum before enjoying drinks on the verandah, overlooking the beauty of the Coomera River. A perfect day, completed by a sumptious meal prepared by our award winning chef in the relaxed ambience of the Historic Rivermill.