Story
Well, it wasn't exactly love at first sight... but there were definitely fireworks! We met at Fire in the Sky in Noosa at a function in July 2018... shared a sneaky kiss on the night and then went our separate ways.
Chris obviously couldn't stop thinking about Sarah in the weeks after that first night. So with the help of Phil (the Best Man) and Katie (Maid of Honour) was able to track down Sarah's number.
Whilst it still took Chris a number of weeks to finally work up the courage to message... he finally did and took Sarah on their first date to Bistro C on the 12th August 2018.
From that first date, it was a whirlwind few months, with us both knowing with absolute certainty that we had found our 'person'!!!
We embarked on the adventures of meeting of each others families and friends and getting to know each-other.
We were both quickly reassured that we shared a fortunate blessing... both being very lucky to be surrounded by incredible family and people in our circle... a circle that has grown over the years! We are privileged that over the years our friends have become our family and our family are also our closest friends.
We have shared so many incredible adventures in our five years together... obviously none bigger than welcoming our little man, Cooper, to our family in April 2021.
There is no doubt that our life together thus far has been incredible... but we absolutely cannot wait for our Wedding Day... and the surrounding festival. This with no doubt be one of the greatest times of our life.
We are beyond excited to share this time with our nearest and dearest... you all have played a huge part in our lives as individuals and as a family.
We cannot wait to see you at Rainbow Beach to share our Wedding Day with you all... and to have you with us as we start our life as Husband & Wife.
Weekend Festival
Wedding Party
Katie Stevenson
Maid of Honour
Phil Vanderneut
Best Man
Kath Taylor
Bridesmaid
Mike Taylor
Groomsman
Jess Vick
Bridesmaid
Jimmy Graham
Groomsman
Bec Jones
Bridesmaid
Darren Kumar
Groomsman
Kelly Pares
Bridesmaid
Mitch Cush
Groomsman
Gifts
Your presence is enough of a present to us! Honestly, having you share this incredible day with us is the best gift.
But for those of you who insist, we will have a wishing well at the reception, which we will use for our dream honeymoon to New York next year.
Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
When is the RSVP deadline?
Please RSVP by Friday 28th July
Can I bring a date?
We are very limited on space for the reception, so our guest list is finalised, so no additional guests are able to attend the reception.
Are kids welcome?
As much as we love your little ones, they are unable to attend the reception. However, we recognize that some of you will be traveling with your kids, so please know they are welcome at the ceremony and other activities over the weekend! Please reach out if you have questions!
What will the weather be like?
Sunny, Sunny, Sunny... Fingers Crossed.
The weather will be warm during the day, but the nights in September can get cool... so a jacket is a good idea.
Where should I park?
If you are staying at Plantation Resort, you will not need your car again once arrived at Rainbow Beach. However, if you are staying elsewhere... there is parking at the top of Phil Rogers park.
Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible?
Yes.
What should I wear?
Please see our Weekend Festival for the dress code. Please note that whilst the dress code for our wedding is Cocktail, our reception is very casual so ladies can change into more comfortable footwear if desired.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our wedding ceremony is outdoors. Our reception is on a rooftop but under a marquee.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Yes! We would love for you to take many many photos at the wedding and at all events... we are so excited to share all these moments.
However, please refrain from taking photos during the ceremony.
We also ask that photos are not placed on social media until the day after the wedding.
Whom should I call with questions?
Please call Sarah on 0422 262 864.
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