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The Affordable venue for priceless memories

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For an individual look and a suit to keep we have a large range of fashion suits to purchase from

$249

We also do package deals on groups of 3 or more where you can get heaps of extras for only a little more.

MEN’S HIRE COLLECTIONAs agents for Spurling we can offer Australia’s largest range of suits and accessories for hire, in a wide range of sizes to suit most body shapes, including boys’ sizes starting at size two.

OUR CUSTOMERSOrigin can outfit virtually anyone heading to a formal function or special occasion – grooms, school boys, debutante partners, pageboys, fathers of the bride & groom, ushers, MCs, guests, job candidates, race-goers - you name it! Our products cater to most shapes and sizes with our men’s hire suits starting at 34 and going up to a

generous size 60.

OUR STAFFThe staff in our store are trained formalwear consultants, armed with extensive product knowledge and training and are ready to dress you for your big eventOur staff can show you fabric swatches to match bridesmaids dresses, flowers etc.

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If you speak to the experts It turns out that the Idea of matchIng the suIt to the weddIng dress Isn’t really the done thIng – the boys can wear what they lIke too.

“Typically the groom can wear whichever suit he likes and match the shirt and/or tie to his bride’s gown,” Craig

Spencer from Origin Clothing Corowa said.“Current trends include the skinny tie and slim-fitted suit, however it’s important to dress for your personal body type and style – what looks good on Hugh Jackman won’t suit everyone.”Shades of black, grey and charcoal are currently in style with fashion-forward gentlemen favouring a conservative pin-stripe according to Craig.“Contrast trims can add some pizzazz and a splash of colour.“Grooms can either hire or buy their suit – unlike the wedding gown, a suit will probably be worn again in the future.“Groomsmen too can hire or buy their suit, though if the suits are all to be matching, hiring often makes the most economic sense,” he said.And what about matching the groomsmen’s ties and pocket squares to the bridesmaids or not?“Some bridal parties match and some choose not to, personal preference seems to be the order of the day,” Craig said.For more information contact Origin Clothing Corowa on 02 60331386.

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RutherglenDrummond St.Rutherglen 3685PH: 02 6032 9033Fax: 02 6032 8296tuileriesrutherglen.com.auEmail: [email protected]

The Ultimate Wedding Venue...

Tuileries Restaurant13-35 Drummond Street Rutherglen 3685P: 02 6032 9033 F: 02 6032 8296E: tonylamb@tuileriesrutherglen.com.auwww.tuileriesrutherglen.com.au

The wedding garden located amongst the vines features a magnificient hand crafted Gazebo. The Function Room, with its Mediterranean colours, is located in the historic Jolimont Cellars. Alternatively, our Restaurant with its walls of glass overlooks our magnificent courtyard.

Renowned for service, food and our attention to detail, we pride ourselves on our commitment to your wedding day. 20 to 120 guests.

Tuileries of ruTherglen is a mosT romanTic venue for your wedding day ThaT sTands ouT from The resT.

Ideal for weddings from 20 to 120 guests, Tuileries can cater for both elegant formal receptions as well as small and informal gatherings.

The Wedding Garden, located among the vines, features a magnificent hand crafted Gazebo. The 5 hectares of garden provide the perfect photo opportunity.

For the reception choose between the air conditioned Function Room with its Mediterranean colours and located in the historic Jolimont Cellars or the Restaurant with its walls of glass overlooking the magnificent courtyard.

Renowned for both service, food and our attention

to detail we pride ourselves on our commitment to your wedding day.Members of the bridal party and guests can also enjoy boutique accommodation at Tuileries offering the privacy of a motel and the services of a small luxury hotel.

Units overlook our 2.5 hectare Vineyard or the Olive Grove where guests may watch the seasons change.

The rooms feature king beds, air conditioning, room service and mini bar, direct-dial phones with modem jacks, TV and video, microwave, iron and board, tea and coffee making, and the list goes on.

Tuileries Weddings and Functions, 13-35 Drummond Street Rutherglen Victoria 3685.Phone: 02 6032 9033 • Fax: 02 6032 8296

Tuileries add the touch of romanceInside and outside, Tuileries can cater for your wedding day.


7 Belmore Street Yarrawonga(03) 5743 1720

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FOR YOUR WEDDING DAYWe boast an exquisite collection of dresses and accessories that are elegant and unique, yet affordable. Whether shopping online or in store, we are confident that you will find the perfect dress for your occasion.

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Corowa and all surrounding districts

Caring CelebrationsTel: 02 6033 3433

Mobile: 0418 385 459Email: [email protected]: www.caringcelebrations.com.au

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Flowers can be difficult to work with due to differing weather

patterns or sometimes a specific flower just isn’t available,

even though they are meant to be in abundance!

Knowledge of what else is available and what can be used to

substitute to create the same ‘look’ is important and having

confidence in your florist to do this is essential!

Quiz your florist on substitutes in case your ‘dream’ flower

decides to not show up on your wedding day! - Carla Walsh,

Rutherglen Florist

A floral tip.....

Photo courtesy of Cobram Photographics.


For further information contact Isabelle Warren on 03 5744 1911 or visit our website www.yarragolf.com.au

Create a memorable wedding day with a personalized wedding paCkage at yarrawonga mulwala golf Club resort, the perfeCt setting for your romantiC wedding.

Whether you are seeking a casual intimate garden wedding or a large formal occasion, a personal wedding coordinator will see to your every need and tailor a wedding to suit your budget and dreams. For the ceremony there is a range of picturesque garden settings to choose from followed by gorgeous

surrounds for photography and then a reception with fantastic views styled to your needs for up to 300 guests. Sumptuous food, service to match and facilities to accommodate over 170 guests in exclusive self contained villas, why look anywhere else? Simply smile and enjoy your wedding day with family and friends. Consider our personalized service offered at this unique resort located alongside the picturesque Murray River. To arrange an appointment or for further information, please contact our Catering and Functions Manager phone (03) 5744 1911 or email [email protected].

Let us pamper you on your special day!

The spectacular surrounds of YMGCR make for wonderful views and spectacular wedding photos. YMGCR will make your wedding day unforgettable.


Katie Massari 0401 536 260

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Lingerie & Jewellery Specialists.

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Call in and see Jenni for your personalised fitting.

75A Belmore St, Yarrawonga. Ph 5744 1689

Elegance and Romance

With a Happy Snaps Photobooth your guests leave your wedding with a special gift from the bride and groom that will create memories for many years to follow.Packages start from $350All packages include –•Unlimitedphotostripsincolourand/orblack&white•Choiceofprintdesigns•Doublephotostripspersessioninbooth•USBofallphotosprovidedafterthewedding•Optiontoplaceapersonalmessagetoreplacebottompicture

Contact David Collier from Happy Snaps Photobooth todayM: 0437 225 016 E: [email protected] | www.happysnapsphotobooth.com.au

Jukebox and Slushie machines available for hire

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Do you need outdoor wedding ideas on a budget? Saving on your decorations is as important a factor as any other. The

greatest advantage of outdoor weddings is the ability to make many decorations using the surrounding nature elements, and

often don’t even have the need for extra decorations. Your wedding decor will be dependent on the month of the year the

wedding takes place.Be sure the decorations will not blow away when a gust of wind

hits them, or your candles don’t extinguish. Flowers are easy items to use for outdoor wedding ideas, with budget in mind. You may also put up wind chimes for the wedding decoration, as long as you make sure they don’t produce too much noise. If you’re looking for an elegant ambiance, incorporate lanterns

for lighting rather than electric lighting alternatives.


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Check ReferencesA prime example is when reviewing photographers. The work looks awesome and Mr. or Ms. Photographer are just sweet as pie when you meet them. When it comes to the wedding

day, though, you’re forced into 12 hours of “just tilt your head a little this way” and “just one more shot”. Make sure that

the photographer’s shooting schedule matches your hopes and dreams for the day - ask as many past clients as possible how

well they felt services were provided and if they have any suggestions to make it even smoother.


Elegant garden weddingsElegantTokemata Retreat can tailor a wedding to suit your needs in a private setting with spectacular Murray River Bushland views.

100 Cemetery Road, Cobram. Ph: (03) 5873 5332. www.tokemata.com.au

• Spacious4½ star luxury cottages• 47acreswithbeautifullylandscapedgardens• Suitableforsmallorlargeweddings• Alsoidealforpre-weddingweekends,post-weddinggettogethers or wedding night accommodation

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Can accommodate small or large bridal parties

Wedding packages available• Hair• Make Up• Spray tans• Waxing• Nails• Eyelash extensions

119-121 Melbourne St, Mulwala 0400 571 523

Lash Extensions New Set from $80 Refills from 2 weeks from $35- Coloured & Glitter available

Make-up $45 on the day Bodyography Professional Makeup

Manicures & Pedicures Colour gloss application

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Bridal Packages available

BEYOND THE FRINGE

19 Belmore St. Yarrawonga 3730

Phone 03 5744 1545

One Stop Wedding Specialist

Complimentary platter on arrivalOffering: Waxing, Tanning, Nails, Hair-do’s and Napoleon Make Ups.

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The perfect guest list

There are no obligationsBrides and grooms often feel some sort of obligation to invite certain people but don’t let these feelings of guilt sway or change who you are inviting to your wedding! Your guest list should be of people you want to see on

your special day and no one else.Let all of your guests and relatives (including parents) know right away that they are not to invite any extra

people without your consent.

Cut the extrasIf your guest list is looking a bit too large for your liking,

it’s important to set the ground rules so that both you and your groom know exactly who you should invite and under what circumstances. Try to make it not as much about “balancing” both sides, i.e. you should both be

allowed to invite 60 guests. Make the list about who you and your groom really care about rather than fill up your

“guest quota”.

Are kids allowed?Make sure that if you are not having children at your wedding, you make this very clear to parents on the

invitation. Take into consideration that the parents will need to find a babysitter and make arrangements to

ensure that their child is looked after, or they may not even be able to attend at all.

What about the “Plus One” rule?A lot of guests wrongly assume when they are invited, they automatically are allowed to bring a date. Anyone you invite who has a spouse, a fiancé, or a long term

boyfriend/girlfriend should receive a “plus one” invitation. If you have guests who are looking for a date simply for the sake of bringing someone and they do not

have a significant other, that’s where you are able to draw the line.


Wedding planning checklistBefore the Weddingo Announce your engagement.o Select a date for your wedding.o Set a financial range and budget, as well as costs-

sharing.o Picture and formalize the type of wedding theme

you want.o Organize and formalize the wedding location,

time of day, number of guests.o Consider hiring a professional wedding

consultant.o Develop a record-keeping system for payments

made.o Amalgamate the guest lists for the family of the

bride, groom, the bride’s family, groom’s family.o Finalize and select the ceremony site.o Decide if you want children among your guests.o Select and reserve your officiant.o Select and reserve the receptions site.o Choose and order your headpiece and bridal

gown.o Contact the local newspaper with the

engagement notice and photograph.o Use a ‘day-timer’, calendar or wedding software

to mark down the dates and times for: the bridal showers, parties and other celebrations or luncheons.

o Screen and hire a wedding photographer for your event.

o For a home and garden theme ceremony or reception, consider decorators or home improvement.

Six - Nine Months before the Weddingo Choose the attire – dresses, shoes and accessories

for attendants.o Choose your flower girl and ring bearer.o Screen and book musicians or DJ for the

reception.o Choose and book videographer.o Arrange for your caterer.

o Contact, screen and book wedding florist.o Schedule fittings and delivery dates for yourself

and attendants.

Four - Six Months before the Weddingo Complete and finalize guest list.o Consider wedding counseling services with your

officiant that are available (or required) for your church or temple.

o Begin shopping for wedding gifts for each other.o Reserve rental items needed for ceremony and

reception.o Choose and order your wedding invitations and

stationary - wedding programs, seating cards, thank you notes.

o Hire invitations designer, calligrapher, or address invitations.

o Decide on and finalize a date, time and location of rehearsal dinner.

o Start to break in shoes.o Find and arrange accommodations for out-of-

town guests.o Start planning your honeymoon.o Choose and reserve gift attendant, valet parking

and other miscellaneous services.o Shop for shoes and accessories.o Register for gifts.

Two - Four Months before the Weddingo Save and record RSVP’s and gifts received.o Upon receipt of gifts send thank-you notes.o Mail invitations. Include accommodations choices

and a map to assist guests in finding the wedding ceremony and reception sites.

o Select bakery / baker and order cake and (optional) topper.

o Order flowers.o Contact and book transportation for wedding

day.o Order decorations (possibly according to wedding

theme).

o Search for and shop your wedding rings.o Check marriage license requirements.

Six - Eight Weeks before the Weddingo Determine hair style and makeup.o Create and follow schedule for makeup, hair and

beauty, accessories and nails for the day before the wedding.

o Finish shopping for wedding day accessories - ring pillow, toasting glasses, guestbook and any last-minute gifts.

The BIG Weeko Inform caterer of final guest count.o Pick up wedding attire and make sure everything

fits.o Gather everything needed for rehearsal and

wedding day and liaise with coordinator.o Meet with coordinator to contact service

providers.o Confirm accommodations and reservations for

honeymoon.o Finish packing your suitcases - don’t forget

passport if needed for the honeymoon.o Pick up tickets and travelers checks.

The Day of the Rehearsalo Designate someone to bring accessories – flower

basket, guest book and pen, ring pillow, toasting glasses, cake cutting knife to the ceremony and reception.

o Provide a detailed schedule of events for the wedding with your wedding party.

o Designate someone to return rental items such as tuxedos, cake pillars (after the wedding).

The Day of Your Weddingo Give the groom’s ring to the maid of honor.o Stick to the planned schedule.o Use your wedding planning checklist to stay on

track and have a great, stress free and memorable wedding day!

Photo courtesy of Tokemata Retreat.


For that special day we oFFer you that special location.

The elegant charm and sophistication, coupled with the romance of the idyllic surrounds, make the Howlong Country Golf Club and Motel the perfect setting for life’s most memorable moment.Our golf course and lakes make for a stunning backdrop; photos on the bridge will give you lasting memories.Conveniently located for intestate guests from Canberra, Melbourne or Sydney, Howlong offers everyone a true country experience.

Our wedding caterer offers you a menu to suit all budgets complemented with our wine from the famous Rutherglen region. With our 4 star rated motel the best accommodation is available on the club grounds, enabling your guests to stay a while longer for a game of golf or some sightseeing after the festivities.Give us a call on 02 60265321 so we can personally show you what we have to offer or visit our website www.howlonggolf.com.au and take a virtual tour of our facilities.

A setting made for the perfect day

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Enjoy the perfect surrounds at Howlong Country Golf Club.


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A brilliant venue

A brilliant venue for weddings, parties, anniversaries and

family reunions with an auditorium seating up to 160 guests, including

its own private bar, dance floor and

stage area.

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There always seems To be a popular choice for wedding flowers or a specific colour each wedding season according To carla walsh from ruTherglen florisT.

“This season, hydrangea and David Austen roses are in big demand with both perfect for a classic, elegant vintage themed wedding. “Foliage and natives, unusual flowers mixed together in a rustic ‘hand picked’ bouquet is also a popular choice, often combined with a lot of hessian and jute string. “But the traditional all roses bouquet will always be popular, there is a rose for every

colour theme. “By adding berries and flowers, twigs and foliage you can can add texture and individuality to the bouquet. “Props are also popular,” Carla said, to create feature points to appreciate and often used as a photography ‘booth’. ”For an elegant vintage feel a bride may hang a crystal chandelier from a tree in the ceremony with an antique velvet sofa underneath, vintage cut crystal on the reception tables, a white bird cage on the card table with vintage lace bunting hanging from the ceiling, the options are endless. A good florist can help make your wish a reality.”

corowa golf club proved To be The ideal venue for andrew and sarah whiTechurch who were married on sepTember 22, 2012.

After a ceremony held at the Corowa Common the bridal party and guests only had a short walk to the Corowa Golf Club for the reception.With many of the guests and bridal party also choosing the golf club for their accommodation, the big day and night was enjoyed by all.“The Golf Club was fantastic – Adrian really kept us informed and ensured that everything ran smoothly,” Sarah said. “The reception team, Sue and Carly in particular, were brilliant, arranging all the accommodation during the preparation time. Guests were happy to be able to have a great night and not drive anywhere. The food was fantastic – we had pork roast and chicken parmas – the roast had the best crackling ever!”Corowa Golf Club has a range of function areas including the auditorium, which seats up to 160 and has its own private bar, dance floor and stage area.The conference room, with magnificent views over the 18th hole, caters for around 60 people and has access to bar facilities and an outdoor covered area with barbecue.For more information contact the Corowa Golf Club on 02 60331466 or visit the website at www.corowagolf.com.au.

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Corowa Golf Club helps one couple’s dream come true

Courtesy of Vignette Photography and Marketing.The bridal waltz and wedding cake at Corowa Golf Club. Photo by Argyle Images.

The wedding of Andrew and Sarah Whitechurch. Photo by Argyle Images.

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