Links

Regional Information

Sunrise and Sunset Times – Sydney
www.timeanddate.com

Daylight Savings Information – NSW
www.nsw.gov.au

Temperature Guide – Sydney
weather.msn.com

Current Weather Information
www.bom.gov.au

Relationship Education Services

Prepare-Enrich
www.prepare-enrich.com.au

Interrelate
www.interrelate.org.au

Relationships Australia
www.relationships.org.au

Anglicare Relationship Education Program
www.anglicare.org.au

CatholicCare
www.catholiccare.org

Family Relationship Advice Line

Phone: 1800 050 321

Government Services – Births, Deaths & Marriages

New South Wales
www.bdm.nsw.gov.au

Victoria
www.bdm.vic.gov.au

Queensland
www.qld.gov.au

South Australia
www.cbs.sa.gov.au

Tasmania
www.justice.tas.gov.au

Western Australia
www.bdm.dotag.wa.gov.au

Northern Territory
www.bdm.nt.gov.au

Wedding Venues

Best Wedding Locations on Sydney’s Northern Beaches
Check out www.WeekendNotes.com for some stunning spots to hold your wedding.
Click here for more information

PILU at Freshwater
Contact Angela Munday – Tel: 9938 3331
seating up to 110 guests
Special packages available
Additional Services: Celebrant –  Jan Littlejohn JP CMC AFCC
Wedding cake, flowers,music, MC’s, Photographers.

The Bathers Pavilion
The Esplanade Balmoral Beach
Contact
Tel: 02 9968 2938 direct 9968 2938 or email events@batherspavilion.com.au
www.batherspavilion.com.au

Cala Luna Restaurant and Event Centre
Middle Harbour Yacht Club
Lower Parriwi Rd Mosman
Room size options available for small or large weddings
Contact  Maria  Ph: 99682426
email: functions@calaluna.net.au

Newport Mirage
Award winning venue
Catering for weddings from 20 to 100 guests
Contact Lindy Dean
Tel: 02 9997 5217
www.newportmirage.com.au

Royal Motor Yacht Club
46 Prince Alfred Parade Newport
Contact Grace- Function CoOrdinator
Tel: 02 9997 5511
Email:Grace@royalmotor.com.au
Web: www.royalmotor.com.au

Royal Automobile Club of Australia
Contact Rebecca  ph: 02 8732320
email: weddings@raca.com.au
web:raca.com.au

Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club
Contact: John Bayot – Ph: 0425259756

Zest Waterfront Venues, Point Piper
Royal Motor Yacht Club
Renee Liebmann
– Events Manager
21 Wunulla Road Point Piper 2027
Tel: 9327 3441  Fax: 9328 0052  Mob: 0402 103 061
Email: renee@zest.net.au  Web: www.zest.net.au

Manly Golf Club
Contact Justine McDonald – Function Co-ordinator
Tel: 02 9948 0256 or 0429 397 353
justine.mcdonald@manlygolf.com.au
Web: www.manlygolf.com.au

Wedding Cruises Sydney
Personal service from friendly Bridal Hall of Fame.
Winning owners & free wedding photos ensures your Sydney harbour wedding cruise will be perfect!
Web: www.luxurysydneyharbourcruises.com.au

For Overseas couples

Here is a “how to” guide for overseas couples
http://www.ehow.com/how_5939828_married-australia.html

Heavenly Doves -for eternal love
White Doves for Special Events in Sydney
Contact Tamara Baker
Tel: 0407 794 642
www.heavenlywhitedoves.net

Wedding Planning

Wedding Australia
Plan your wedding from engagement and invitations through to your honeymoon. Wedding.com.au is your ultimate wedding partner.
Web: www.wedding.com.au

Divine Occasion
Divine-occasion.com is the one-stop shop for all of your party, wedding and event planning needs. Plan your parties, weddings, and events on Divine-occasion.com to ensure your special occasion is truly divine!
Web: www.divine-occasion.com

Wedding Cakes

Distinctive Cakes
Contact Julie
Tel: 02 9452 5510
Mobile: 0414 757 170
10% discount

Iced Dream Cakes
Where dreams become edible – cake and cupcakes for any occasion
Stuart
Tel: 0421 131 367
Receive 15% discount for order before Aug 2010 by mentioning Jan Littlejohn

Catering

Corella Catering – For menus and information,

please visit our website or  call our experienced, friendly team on 9999 6222

www.corellacatering.com.au

Cloud 9 Event Management
Quality catering and event management across Sydney & the Northern Beaches
For a complimentary consultation and quote phone 02 9913 7165.
Catering & events
Call Amy Vandenhurk
Tel: 02 9913 7165 – Mobile: 0431 326 541
Email: amy@cloud9eventmanagement.com.au
Web: www.cloud9eventmanagement.com.au

Catering by Design
Contact Karen Slade
Tel: 02 9997 5555 or 0412 269 049
Email: Karin@CateringByDesign.com.au
Web: www.CateringByDesign.com.au

Calligraphy, Invitations & Stationery

BellaInvites
Invites for all occasions. Special stationery, for that perfect touch
Turning dreams into unforgettable memories
Contact Anita Manias
Tel: 02 9940 0807
Mobile: 0414 991 578
Web: www.bellainvites.com.au

Engagement & Wedding Rings

GOLD’N’THINGS -Mona Vale

ausgold@tog.com.au

www.goldnthings.com.au

MARKBRIDGE Jewellers

WINNER 2009 Local Business Awards
Exclusive designers of fine jewellery with over 20years experience
Specialising in Engagement and Wedding Rings
5% discount if Jan Littlejohn is your celebrant
Contact Mark 02 9997 6043 or info@mbjewellery.com
1/15 Bungan St., Mona Vale

Music & Entertainment

Bacci String Quartet
Contact Jane Williams
Tel: 0403 442 215

Sydney Wedding Music
Sydney’s leading classical and jazz wedding musicians.
Providing music from your ceremony to your bridal waltz and dancing.
Contact Jane Hart
Tel: 02 9899 2429
Mobile: 0414 903 498
Email: jane@sydneyweddingmusic.com.au
Web: www.sydneyweddingmusic.com.au
www.itunes.com/janehart
www.cdbaby.com/janehart
www.facebook.com/sydneyweddingmusic

Accent Strings
Professional and Dynamic Strings Quartets and Trios
Contact Emily
Tel: 0411 099 219
Email: info@accentstrings.com.au
Web: www.accentstrings.com.au

Impression DJs
Web: www.impressiondjs.com.au

Chris Mortimer
Music for that special event
Contact Chris Mortimer
Tel: 0412 009 814
Email: qmusic@optusnet.com
Web: www.chrismortimer.com

Sydney Bagpipers
Contact Richard McGregor
Tel. 0450 116 952
Web: www.sydneybagpipers.com.au

Photographers

Snappy Photobooths
Photobooth Hire
Tel: 0466 682 943
Web: www.snappyphotobooths.com.au
Email: info@snappyphotobooths.com.au

Richard Alaba Photography
When only the best will do
Contact Richard
Tel: 02 9948 4492
Mobile: 0419 280 685
Email: richardalaba@optusnet.com.au
Top Rated ABIA Wedding Photographer on Northern Beaches 2003 – 2010

Petal Photography
rose@petalphotography.com.au
Contact: Rose Punch
www.petalphotography.com.au
0404366076

Schuster Photography
158 Flinders Street
Paddington NSW 2021
Contact: Anthony
Tel: 02 9368 7511
Mobile: 0412 571 349
Web: www.schusterphoto.com.au

Creek Street Photography
Simply Beautiful Images – Natural and Timeless
Creek Street Studio is popular among couples who are wanting elegant and natural images captured in a relaxed way.
Tel: (02) 9918 4599
Email: info@creekstreet.com.au
Web: www.creekstreet.com.au

Vincent Lai
Tel: 0412 611 164
Simple informal relaxed documentary weddings
Web: www.vincentlai.com.au

Darryn McKay
Sees something special in each couple
McKay Wedding Photography
Web: http://www.mckayphotography.com.au
Blog: http://www.blog.mckayphotography.com.au
Tel: 0403 822 281

Clifford White Photography
Awards winning photographer
Tel/Fax: 02 9913 1222
Mobile: 0400 827729
Email: clifford@cliffordwhite.com
Web: www.cliffordwhite.com
Check our links/resources page and Wedding photos page

Beauty

Dream Reflection Make Up & Hair
For that personal touch
Contact: Lianne C Batty
Tel: 0402 243 622

Eve Hair Extensions
Sydney based mobile hair extension service
email:evehairextensions@gmail.com
www.evehairextensions.com.au
Tel:0450 089 996

Defining Style
We will transform your entire bridal party to look and feel fantastic whilst saving you valuable time and money
Contact: Robin Powis
Web: www.definingstyle.com.au

Wedding Cars

Variety Wedding Cars
Lee Singleton
Tel: 0418 447 324
Web: www.varietyweddingcars.com.au

Diamond Chauffeur Drive
Ken – Tel: 02 9452 2225 / 0408 229 002
Email: diamondweddingcars@bigpond.com
Limousines in Style

Kombi Weddings
Wendy & Stephen
Email: info@kombiweddings.com
Tel: 0411 094 294
Web: www.kombiweddings.com

Wedding Decorators

The Wedding Decorator
Contact Steve or Marlene
Tel: 02 9997 5444
Web: www.theweddingdecorator.com

Balloons
Event Decorating & Balloon Bouquet Professionals
Contact: Chris
Tel: 02 9560 5905
Email: hi@balloons.net.au
Web: www.balloons.net.au

Outdoor Wedding Aisles
Contact Jim or Ann Erdogan
Tel: 0438 233 552
Email: info@outdoorweddingaisles.com.au
Web: www.outdoorweddingaisles.com.au

Wedding Videos

Abraham Joffe Videography
8/336 Sussex Street Sydney 2000
Tel:(02) 9264 6698
Mobile: 0427653191
Web: www.abrahamjoffe.com.au

Candles

Candle Designz
For all occasions personalised candles – Baby naming, Christenings, Wedding unity sets and much more – Contact Belle
Tel: 0404 507 227 – Email: bellabee@netspace.net.au

Umbrellas

Hire An Umbrella
Email: clair@hire-an-umbrella.com.au
Web: www.hire-an-umbrella.com.au

Wedding Directories

Weddings Only
Web: www.weddingsonly.com.au

i-Do
One of Australia’s leading wedding website directories
Q&As – click here
Web: www.i-do.com.au

Other Services

Government Services

Location of Australian Embassies
Web: www.dfat.gov.au

Births Deaths and Marriages
Web: www.bdm.nsw.gov.au

Translation Services
Web: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

Embassies/Consulates
Listing of Australian embassies/consulates overseas
Web: http://www.immi.gov.au/contacts/overseas/

Australian Attorney Generals Office
The Civil Justice Department of this office administers the Marriage Celebrants Program.
Download a Notice of Intended Marriage Form Essential

NSW Marriage Certificate
Click here to download a PDF

Keys to Living Together – Information Kit
Produced by The Australian Government, Keys to Living Together Kits give useful tips in an interactive DVD on ways to enhance relationships with activities to complete.
Tel: 1800 050 009.

Step Family Australia

This non-profit organisation recognises and values stepfamilies equally with other family forms and supports them by providing education and resources to achieve their highest potential.
Web: http://www.stepfamily.org.au/

Relationship Education

Interrelate
Web: www.interrelate.org.au

Relationships Australia
Web: www.relationships.com.au

Family Relationship Counsel
Tel: Ph: 1800 050 321

Relationship Advice Line
Relationship Centre/Relationships Online
An Australian Government Initiative
Tel: 1800 050 321
Web: www.familyrelationships.gov.au

Associated Marriage & Relationship Counsellors Sydney
Receive 10% OFF Pre-Marriage Counselling (up to 6 sessions) – only if you mention this website and offer when you make a booking. Specialist marriage, couple and relationship counselling services in the Sydney CBD, Glebe, Bondi Junction, Surry Hills and on the Central Coast.
31 Mort Street Surry Hills NSW 2010
Tel: (02) 8002 1030
Web: www.couplecounselling.com.au

World Directory
Australia at OyMap.net
Web: http://australia.oymap.net/

Seeking divorce information
1300 352 000 number is the National Enquiry Centre of the Family Law Court. Call between 8.30am and 5pm Monday to Friday to see if it is lodged at Sydney or Parramatta they will require some personal details and look up information relating to that divorce advising you of – ie filing number and where filed, and of course advise on cost for a copy of the order. The website for downloading the document request form is www.familycourt.gov.au

Poems and Readings

www.lovepoemsandquotes.com
www.lovepoetry.com
www.best-love-poems.com

More Information about Weddings

For questions and answers about wedding ceremonies including the role of a marriage celebrant, visit Answer Angels

Party Food

For great party food recipes, visit RecipeYum