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Ceremony Venues
The Green Cathedral – A beautiful outdoor church on the edge of Wallis Lake enclosed by an atmospheric canopy of cabbage palm trees. The mix of stunning natural beauty combined with an ethereal spiritual feel of a consecrated outdoor church make The Green Cathedral a popular choice for couples from all over. P: 02 65540291 E: tiona@sundownerholidays.com
The Beach – The beaches around Pacific Palms are renowned for their clean white sand, sparkling emerald water, attractive headlands and tasteful beach houses. Blueys, Boomerang and Elizabeth Beach are all great locations for a beach wedding.
Churches – St Alban’s Forster, St Nicholas, Tuncurry, St Paul’s Nabiac, St John’s Bungwahl. Contact: 6555 4200.
Reception Venues
Mobys Function Centre – This stylish modern venue accommodates up to 120 guests and is located just 50 steps from Boomerang Beach. Great food by Buddha by the Beach. Friendly, professional staff. Email: enquires@mobysretreat.com.au P: 65910000.
Tiona Reception Centre – Overlooks Wallis Lake and is a short distance from the Green Cathedral. Cottage and cabin accommodation can be arranged on the property. P: 02 65540291 E: tiona@sundownerholidays.com
Australis at Diamond Beach – Located 15 minutes north of Forster this expansive beachside resort property caters for up to 160 guests. It has an award-winning restaurant, professional staff and a multitude of accommodation options. P: 6559 2719 W: australishotels.com
The Pacific Palms Surf Club – Newly renovated, overlooks Elizabeth Beach and is hosted by the delightful Mark and Sue Martin. Sydney bride, Joanne Earle, writes: “Mark and Sue were fantastic! The whole night ran so smoothly. All our guests are still saying how lovely they both were.” P: 6554 0757 E: markandsuemartin@gmail.com
Celebrants
Debra Stever P: 0428 431 115 W: tareecelebrant.com.au
Wendy Ballard P: 6555 9843
Carolyn Pearson P: 6554 5127
Sarah Julian – 0410657167 W: sarahjulian.com
Lianna Koller-Redfern 0418217759
Accommodation
Pacific Palms Real Estate: P: 6554 0500 W: pacificpalmsweddings.com.au
Wine, Beer, Spirits
Bluey’s Cellar and Deli: P: 6554 0297 E: ntmontague@bigpond.com
Magazines
If you’re looking for cool ideas about everything to do with weddings I recommend (and occasionally write for) White magazine