Annie Saunders - Marriage Celebrant

02/11/2024

As celebrants, we are so privileged to be entrusted to be part of a couple’s wedding team.

Bridgette and Shannon were married on 19 October at the gorgeous little chapel at Grindelwald.

I have also been honoured to lead several funeral services for Bridgette’s family so I was really looking forward to being able to share a happy celebration with them.

This lovely couple’s day was sheer delight from start to finish.

Thank you both for these lovely words and thank you too to Erin (another of ‘my’ brides) who provided the beautiful photography and has kindly allowed me to share this fabulous memory (https://www.facebook.com/imaginelauncestonphotography)

"Annie was an absolute delight to work with, From the beginning she was incredibly helpful, guiding us with endless patience and answering our 101 questions with warmth and clarity. Her communication was excellent and she was super accommodating working around our difficult availability as we are not living or working in the state. The ceremony she delivered was wonderful and we were very appreciative of the pre prepared tissues for the weeping bride. Would highly recommend her to anyone."

02/11/2024

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20/09/2024

Tamara Langmaid Photography has beautifully captured the love and fun of Hannah and Pat’s intimate wedding day.

As many already know, Eagles Nest and Mount Roland are favourites of mine but I experienced my very first rainbow there for this wedding. That must surely mean the very best of luck for this gorgeous couple.



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05/05/2024

Stef and David: another very special wedding held on 16 April at Cradle Mountain. Their preferred venue of Scotland was a little out of range so Cradle Mountain was a fabulous alternative … and the bride walked up the aisle to Highland Cathedral so Scotland was well represented.
I have been so lucky to be an honorary member of the Hall/Hampton families for many years and it was such a delight to stand with Stef and David and their gorgeous children Sarah, William and Lizzie. They all had smiles from ear to ear as did all their guests.
These photos are shared with kind permission of Ed Jones Photography.

28/04/2024

Our last wedding for this ‘season’ was held this morning at the always stunning Vaucluse. Yes, it was a little chilly but those autumn colours are so divine. Can’t wait for Bonnie Jenkins’ fab photos of this one.

Thanks, as always to my trusty side-kick and roadie, Ian.

12/03/2024

Introducing the incredibly fabulous Mr and Mrs Johnston.

Their wedding last Saturday was celebrated with so much joy and happiness by their closest family and friends at the rustic and beautiful Two Oaks at Somerset.

This one was very special to me as Linton is my very handsome cousin. What a delight it was to ‘hitch’ him to the love of his life, Caitlin. Their children were their bridal party - their pride and joy.

Linton made the arbor and dear friend John the piper provided the walk up and walk out music - Scotland is close to all our hearts.

Perfection from start to finish!

24/02/2024

I love that time, before the ceremony, when you and all the other providers are putting those final touches together before the guests arrive.

It was great to meet Event Planner Page and Sarah from who put together the amazing flowers for today’s ceremony. How pretty does this look?

16/01/2024

These photos from last Saturday’s wedding of Rachel and Jared are stunning (thanks to the amazing Ashley Margaret Photography.

This was such a fun-filled, celebration for those two lovely people who have been together since their teenage years and who have grown closer and stronger through all the highs and lows that life presents us with.

It was such a delight to be part of their special day and even more special were these words sent by Rachel: “We wanted to say a huge thank you to you and Ian. You were so warm, kind and walked us through each step. You’re incredible and the ceremony was absolutely perfect.” I love my job ❤️

13/01/2024

Elopements hold a special place in my heart and I love all those I am invited into, especially with the fabulous Pop Up Wedding team. Quite often these smaller weddings are held at Eagles Nest and even more often those couples don’t wish their photos to be made public (which is why my socials have been a little quieter over the last year or so).
Today’s wedding at Eagle’s Nest wasn’t an elopement - it was a big family and friends celebration - and it was great to see so many people really enjoying this fabulous location.
Hopefully more photos to follow.

20/12/2023

Georgia and James!

As Tamara has said, this wedding was laughter from start to finish - pure magic in every moment.

Elopements are so intimate, private and unique and Georgia and James added so much of their own personalities to every element which is exactly how every wedding should be.

I smiled for days after this one. It was so much fun xx

23/11/2023

There are so many great things about being involved in the wedding industry and one of those is ‘working’ with other wonderful wedding professionals.
Two of those I team with regularly are Kitty from The Pop Up Parlourand Kristy from Kristy L Photography.
There is always fun, laughter and a combined sense of doing the very best we can to ensure each couple enjoy their wedding day to the max - stress-free, relaxed and every moment a treasured experience.
Combine that with the ever fabulous Eagles Nest and the setting is perfection for the lucky couple.
Today was an absolute delight, as always.
Thanks again, Kat and Kristy xx

📷 the best Roadie ever, Ian Saunders xx

20/11/2023

And this is where my celebrancy journey began over 10 years ago. My very first couple, Shelley and Jaron so excited to begin their journey together … and they have been having fun and adventures ever since.
Today is National Celebrants’ Day and this year celebrancy in Australia is 50 years old.
Here’s cheers to all my celebrancy friends and to the over 300 couples I have married in my ten years in the best job in the world.

04/11/2023

One of the many joys of being a celebrant is working with other wedding professionals. Another is ‘working’ in spectacular surroundings.

This is the wonderful Rachel playing the walk up song for today’s bride.

Just like our multi-talented Kat who filmed this little snippet, I Can’t Help Falling in Love with Rachel’s violin and the wonderful outlook from The Cove at Don.

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21/10/2023

How beautiful are these flowers, grown in the garden of today’s bride and groom.

Congratulations again Gail and Stephen. Enjoy the next chapter of your lives as Mr and Mrs Reid 🥂

01/04/2023

Kara and Jordan were married yesterday at the ever fabulous Vaucluse Estate at Conara. That petal toss was epic - viewing it from a slight distance it seemed that the happy couple and their guests were encapsulated in a snow dome. Beautifully captured by Tegan Murray Photography 📸

30/03/2023

Krystal and Blake … what can I say? These two are such a beautiful couple who celebrated their love with Blake’s very proud and happy parents as their witnesses. Mount Roland was at her moody best and still so beautiful. Tamara of TL Photography has captured the love, the beauty, the emotion and the atmosphere of the day to perfection.

18/02/2023

Beautiful Waterton Hall. My office for today - how fabulous is Tassie ❤️