The Tiller Farm

09/08/2024

We want you to join the Farmily!

With the wedding season fast approaching we’re looking to expand our team in the following roles -

✨ Functions & Events Supervisor - Full time role bringing our bespoke events to life, hospitality experience essential.

✨ Chef de partie - Full time role within our kitchen team working on site at Tiller Farm and at offsite locations across the South West

✨ Casual Event Staff - for evening/weekend work from Oct - April

If you think you’d be the perfect fit reach out to us at [email protected] or call 0439225694 📞

02/08/2024

Do you want sunset photos like this on your wedding day? 🌅

For the ultimate golden glow photos at Tiller you need to make time in your timeline around 20-30mins before the actual sunset! We’re always happy to help put together timelines and to liaise with your photographer to make the most of your day!

⬇️ Average sunset times at Tiller ⬇️

Sunset times

Jan - 7.32pm
Feb - 7.11pm
March - 6.46pm
April - 5.55pm
May 5.25pm
June 5.17pm
July 5.29pm
August 5.49pm
Sept 6.10pm
Oct 6.32pm
Nov 6.59pm
Dec 7.25pm

23/04/2024

Tillers Tuesday Tip 💡

Read the Terms & Conditins before locking in vendors 📝

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life so it’s really important that you agree with your vendors terms and conditions of service as you enter a contract with them.
- This includes alterations/additions to the original quote, cancellation policy, non refundable deposits/payment policies and special conditions.
- Once you pay a deposit or booking fee and sign into a contract you are obviously agreeing to those terms and happy to follow those procedures if required.
- Some vendors have minimum spends and only allow a reduction in numbers by a certain amount or percentage so make sure that you can work with these requirements if needed.
- Most, if not all, deposits are non refundable or transferable if you choose to cancel or postpone. These are put into place to protect the vendor as once you have locked in your date they turn away other work for that date or weekend and the closer to the proposed date the less likely they are to re book the date. There’s also a hell of a lot of work in the lead up and also months before your wedding day so don’t be naive and think that it all just happens on the day. For us in particular, we have numerous emails, meetings and calls up to 2 years before your wedding day.

It’s always best to discuss anything that you aren’t sure of before locking in your vendors to make sure you understand everything.

Some Tuesday Inspiration from B & Ks wedding last October

10/04/2024

Introducing Miss Paige Angela Cooper to the Farmily.
Born 03/04/24 and weighing in at 3.17kgs she’s a mini bundle of fun.
Big brother Taylor is learning the ropes and being very helpful. Won’t be long before they’re running events together or at least helping with the set ups. 🥰

27/02/2024

💡 Tillers Tuesday Tip

The importance of a good MC

The master of ceremonies! They are essentially your host for the night and you need to make sure you choose wisely as they can make or break the vibe. Here’s our top tips on a great MC!

- You need to choose someone that has charisma and isn’t afraid of public speaking. Whether you have 20 or 200 guests they need to be comfortable in front of a mic and a crowd. Hearing your own voice amplifies can be a little daunting at first too!
- Choose someone that can work well under pressure. Timelines get tweaked on the day and it’s important that they can be flexible and are able to work with your vendors. Remember that you have paid professionals to run your day and you don’t want things to escalate from a rogue MC.
- A briefing with the co ordinator/ DJ to make sure that you all have the same timings is key as well as keeping all vendors updated if things change on the day.
- They need to understand that unexpected things can happen on the day. The Father of the bride might need a nervous wee just before his speech, the brides bustle may take longer to get sorted and some speeches may over run and push things back. It’s all about working with the vendors to provide a seamless night that flows well. Remember, the guests don’t know if everything is running 15 minutes behind and we will likely be able to pick that back up in food service.
- Don’t say anything offensive. You just don’t want that whole ‘floor swallow me up’ feeling at the wedding. On the other hand, people don’t need a run down year by year of your whole 10 year friendship.
- Comedy is key, it’s an ice breaker and weddings are such a happy occasion. It’s best not to get too serious or emotional.
- Most of all, someone who is personable, witty, confident and flexible need only apply. 😝

20/02/2024

💡 Tillers Tuesday Tip

Frequently forgotten items

Here is a list of items that may have slipped your mind in the chaos of bringing everything together as they have slipped our previous clients in the past…

- Cake knife and slice - we do have a set of these on hand here at the farm but for offsite weddings we see them get forgotten all the time!
- Suncream/mosquito repellent. A nice touch on a super hot day and balmy night for guests to be able to top up on when needed.
- Table numbers - If your seating plan is self explanatory then probably not needed but having the table numbers definitely speeds up the seating process
- Baskets for your confetti cones to sit in
- Bar Menu - Just looks nicer than having bottles sat on the bar to let your guests know what’s on offer
- A nice pen for your guestbook
- Wishing Well
- Parasols/fans/umbrellas for the ceremony
- Florals/decorations for your cake
- Ice and garnishes for your cocktails
- More of an offsite tip but lighting for above the bar/mobile toilets

Some inspiration from J & J’s big day back in March 2023 courtesy of

13/02/2024

💡Tillers Tuesday Tip

Did you know that at The Tiller Farm, we can also host birthday parties and corporate functions?
The perfect excuse to come back to The Farm!
- You get the privacy of the dining room for your function
- we have our own timber tables and chairs for up to 144 guests
- we offer feasting options as well as degustation options so you can choose how formal you would like to serve your guests
- No distractions like you would get at a restaurant. You can choose your own playlist, have speeches and even BYO your own beverages.
- We can also recommend some great local supppiers to bring your event to life be it florals, musicians, balloons or audio/visual requirements.

We also have our annual charity event coming up in June Click the link in our bio for more information on this amazing cause!

06/02/2024

💡 Tillers Tuesday Tip

Utilising the dining room space for your guest numbers

Ok, so we get a few couples come in with a guest list of 40 and others with anticipated guest numbers around 150+ and wonder how the space is going to look with that amount of people in it.
The trick here is to use the space wisely
- positioning the bar inside will use up space as a thoroughfare plus you need a certain amount of space as a service area around the bar
- spacing the tables a little further apart will fill up space and also make it easier for you to mingle with your guests during dinner
- Having a bridal table/ Head table will also take up more space
- If your guest numbers are on the more intimate side then we can even partition the room up with our bookcase

If you are unsure we can always put together floorplans and suggestions on how to make the space work for you. We have done events for as little as 15 guests right up to 190 in the dining room so we can definitely make it work.

Scroll through for some inspiration and below are the guest numbers for each set up.
1. S&K - 17 guests
2. M&J - 38 guests
3. C&C - 77 guests
4. C&L - 145 guests
5. A&A - 146 guests
6. D&B - 175 guests

30/01/2024

💡Tillers Tuesday Tip

Pros to booking a private venue

- You have exclusive use and privacy to create those special memories.
- We don’t have to turn around the space in a short amount of time meaning your suppliers don’t feel under pressure to create something amazing!
- It’s not a side hustle for us. We solely look after weddings and events so we live and breathe them! We have time to focus on your event so you know you’re in good hands!
- Your site visits are with someone that will be there on the day so you can ask as many questions as you need and you also have the space to yourselves to truely imagine the day.
- The space also doesn’t get a lot of foot traffic like a public venue does so it can stay pristine for longer!
- The venue was built with weddings in mind.

Check out some of the images for a little inspo.
Feel free to get in contact with us if you’d like to get the ball rolling. Our brochure is in our bio too so you can get a good idea of what to expect.

16/01/2024

💡Tiller’s Tuesday Tip

🌞 Summer weddings vs black furniture 🖤

So this heatwave has all thinking about the outdoor side of things whether at our own venue or offsite.
At this time of year the sun has a harsh bite to it so it’s important to think about colour schemes and positioning.
- If your ceremony is out in the open think about how long your chairs/benches are going to be sat out there. Black attracts the heat like a bee to pollen so maybe think about adding cushions to them if you’re dead set on this colour.
- Bar tables and chairs could also be sat out for a long time so if you have the option maybe mix things up and have a different coloured top to your bar table or go for an opposing colour with the chairs
- The black bar! Our arch nemesis! Looks great..very sleek and modern but put that bad girl out in the sun and she gets angry! We really struggle to keep glassware chilled when this bar is out in direct sun and it gets super hot to touch…not great if your a lean against the bar kinda person…Another moment right here
- More of an offsite one here but black plates in a clear marquee…. Just Ouch!

We absolutely love black as a colour scheme, it never goes out of style and has a classy, formal touch to any event but just think about this time of year and the power of the sun if it’s going to feature fully outside.

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09/01/2024

💡Tillers Tuesday Tip

This time of year calls for a food post for sure! So how much is enough?
When thinking about how much to provide for your guests it’s always a good idea to consider the following:

⭐️ Length of time between ceremony and reception.
If there is a long gap between these two it’s a good idea to include a grazing table as well as canapés for that extra buffer. Grazing tables are great for a go-to option and also a great visual focal point.
⭐️ Ceremony time - if you’re planning on having an early ceremony then it’s great to have a grazing table that guests can get stuck into straight away post ceremony as some may have skipped lunch whilst getting glammed up. If you’re providing bus transport for guests this departure time from their accommodation can sometimes be as early as 1pm
⭐️ Do you have big eaters? Usually the banquet feast is the popular option for those big eaters and what we recommend if you are only wanting a one course option as it offers more variety and is more substantial. Adding an entree or plated dessert is also an option.
⭐️ Are you having a complete stand up event? - we definitely recommend a grazing table in addition to the roaming canapés along with a dessert table and late night snack. Guests at cocktail weddings actually consume more alcohol so it is essential to provide a good buffer.
⭐️ A dessert table is a great option to get people out of their seats and on the d-floor whilst also offering the sweet tooth amongst the group something satisfying. Don’t forget there’s also the option of a 50/50 sweet/savoury dessert/cheese table and we can also portion your wedding cake to add to this.
⭐️The late night snack is the way to go. Always a hit at the end of the night and a great soak. Something that your guests will appreciate before getting on that bus home!

If you are unsure you can always get in touch with us and we will be more than happy to guide you through the different options!

Food for thought…

Amazing images courtesy of



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19/12/2023

Tillers Tuesday Tip 💡

Getting organised….

So when exactly do you need to get things locked in?
As many of you may be using the festive season to get some wedding planning in we thought we might give you some tips on when to lock down your preferred vendors.

⭐️Firstly, see if there are any non negotiable suppliers that you absolutely have to include in your wedding and check their availability.
⭐️Venue is the first pit stop as this will likely give you your date. Once you have your canvas you can start on the fun styling aspects of the day that fit in with the look and feel of your special place.
⭐️Next up is the celebrant as the day really can’t happen without one of these
⭐️Now time to lock in catering and furniture if the venue doesn’t include any of these. Catering for sit down receptions can influence the furniture and styling so always good to chat to both during this process
⭐️Once the setting is organised, you can get onto the fun things like florals, photographer, Dj, transport (unless any of these are covered in your non negotiable’s)
✨ The trick is to not try and do everything all at once. Tick a few things off every few weeks and it does get easier once the big things are ticked off, just remember to enjoy the process! ✨

Believe it or not this time of year gets super busy for new enquiries for all vendors across the board so be patient with responses as a lot of us also take a wee break to recharge and gear up for the rest of the season.
Our office team will be out from the 24th Dec - 28th Dec and again from the 31st Dec- 3rd Jan but we will get back to all emails on our return. If you’d like to arrange a viewing over the festive weeks then feel free to get in touch now and we can book you in.

In the meantime, here’s some December wedding inspo from R&Js big day last year! (Where has the year gone!)
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Furniture
Lighting
Florals
Celebrant
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29/07/2023

Join the Tiller Farmily!

We have an exciting opportunity for two event supervisors to join our team! Be part of planning our weddings from the initial enquiry through to executing them to the highest standard on the day! If you have hospitality experience and a passion for the events industry we’d love to hear from you!

We’re also on the lookout for casual event staff for our upcoming wedding season at Tiller Farm and across the South West!

Get in touch with us on 0439 225 694 or [email protected] if you think you’d fit the team!

20/06/2023

🌧️ ‘A wet knot is harder to untie’

T&K dealt with the unpredictable on thier wedding wedding day like absolute champions and it sure made for some dramatic photos!

💡 Tillers Tuesday Tip - Be prepared whatever the weather!

The week before your wedding we’ll be keeping an eye on the weather to make sure all the necessary plans are in place. A couple of things you can think of in advance are -

☀️Water bottles for during the ceremony
☀️Umbrellas for cocktail hour
☀️Sunscreen in the bathrooms
💨 Something to secure down welcome signs/seatings charts
☔️ Alternate plans for photos - our barn doors make a great backdrop for photos.

Whatever the weather we will always make it work!

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13/06/2023

What is it they say about children and animals? That they make for the most adorable wedding photos but the party only really starts once they’ve been sent home?

Tillers Tuesday Tip 💡

Have the littlest members of your wedding party picked up before your guests head inside for dinner. Leaving everyone free from distractions to celebrate and dance the night away!

The wonderful offers a wedding day chaperone service to ensure your furry friends are well looked after on your special day.

18/05/2023

06/03/2023

Thinking of having your wedding here at The Tiller Farm or having us cater your wedding offsite and want to try our food beforehand? We will be hosting a ‘Taste of Tiller’ on the 13th of May for future couples and those that have booked with us for the 23/24 season.
✨Link is in our bio ✨

07/01/2023

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✨Happy anniversary to S&C ✨
One whole year since this golden day!
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05/11/2022

Happy one year to Sophie & Nic.
Doesn’t seem like a year since we were setting this one up but hope you’ve had the best time!Here’s to many more 🥂and hope you are having the best day celebrating!
taking us down memory lane!

12/10/2022

We’ve been a little quiet on the socials recently as we welcome a new team member to the Farmily.
Mr Taylor Mark Ellis Cooper born via emergency eviction on 5/10/22 weighing 3.92kgs.
He’s getting used to farm life and it won’t be long before he’s on a tractor 🚜

24/09/2022

We are expanding the team for the season ahead and are looking for a sous chef/junior sous chef to join the team!

We pride ourselves on delivering a paddock to plate experience in an innovative and forward thinking way.
Key tasks and duties include:
👊Assisting the head chef in managing all aspects of the kitchen
👊Assisting with scheduling
👊 Training junior kitchen team members
👊 Running the kitchen team on either our home base or offsite in our mobile kitchen

You will becoming part of an established ‘Farmily’ working in a fun and progressive environment.

For more information email [email protected]

23/09/2022

May weddings!

There’s something to be said about the fringe season. Most couples are drawn to summer as you can pretty much guarantee the good weather but we just love the lush green grass and cloudy skies that spring, autumn and winter provide. Plus who doesn’t love a dramatic sunset 😉
With a large indoor space as a back up for your ceremony to keep everyone dry and warm should the skies shed tears of joy on your special day(which to be honest can happen at any time of the year) We have your back up plan sorted.

Taking us back to the 20th of May this year are some stunning images of C&J from 🍾🥂

P.S did you know that we offer free venue hire for June/July/August weddings too.

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17/09/2022

Ok, we need a pop of colour on this grey day!
R&R taking us back to early March with their outdoor intimate celebration.

There’s only a certain time of year that you can get away with an open air reception. Mainly January to early/mid March but it’s always good to be completely comfortable with you’re Plan B as the weather can be unpredictable in the SouthWest.

Guest comfort is a big deciding factor in this, you may want a certain look but if your guests are going to be cold or the decorations are blowing off the tables then it’s really not going to work.
We are lucky here as we face North West so the building protects you from the most common South Easterly winds in summer.
….roll on those warm balmy nights!
P.s how amazing are those pops of colour in the florals 🙌 🌺


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10/09/2022

Spring is in the air!
We love this time of year, where everything is bud bursting and the sun shines with a teaser of heat to prepare us for a typical Aussie summer!

This time of year our paddocks are still lush and green which sets a great backdrop for those yellow, blue and pastel coloured spring flowers.

Spreading some spring love is Georgia & Jordan and their bride tribe from last September 😘

26/08/2022

It’s international dog day today so we think Miss Molly deserves a shout out!
Some fun facts about Miss M:
- she absolutely loves to meet and greet anyone and everyone that visits the farm. She sounds off with an authoritative bark but soon turns to mush. Don’t be scared…how could you?
- she is a sleeper. Most of her day is spent practice sleeping for the reel thing at night
- she is almost 10 years old but that doesn’t stop her acting like a puppy
- She is a sun/heat worshipper. If it’s a sunny day she can be found hanging out, topping up her tan in the sunshine. If it’s a cold day you can guarantee she’ll be hanging out in front of the fire
- she loves, loves, loves taking clients on a site visit.

Happy international dog day, give your pooches some extra love today, not that you need much encouragement, they are the best! 🐶

Feel free to send Miss Molly some love ❤️

25/08/2022

Want to be part of the Tiller Farmily? 😉
We are looking for more superstars to join our team for the upcoming season. Mainly Friday and Saturday evenings with a few weeknights thrown into the mix.

Hospitality experience preferred but training will be given if you have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Weddings and events are such a fun thing to be involved with. Some events will also be offsite accross the Margaret River region.

Feel free to apply via email [email protected] or give us a call 0439 225 694 to find out more.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you! 😘

📸 .photoandfilm snapping the team in action

19/08/2022

Some Friday night wedding inspiration for you…and to remind us what summer was like as it seems so long ago now!
At The Tiller Farm, we absolutely love a black and white wedding, there’s no doubt about that but at the same time it’s amazing when an absolute colour bomb gets dropped on our blank canvas!
Taking us back to March for D&B’s beautiful celebration!
This just shows how you can put your own personality into the styling and have heaps of fun!

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30/07/2022

Voting is now open for the WESTERN AUSTRALIAN - Wedding Industry Awards™ 2022! If you are one of our incredible Newlywed Couples who were married after 30th December 2020, then you are eligible to cast a vote in the 2022 Wedding Industry Awards™. We would really appreciate your support in putting us forward as TOP 5 Wedding Suppliers for your Wedding Day and other Wedding Suppliers that excelled in your eyes. We thank you in advance for your incredible support. Simply Click on the LINK in our bio and Follow the Instructions
Please note that we are listed as “Tiller Dining (farm)” for our venue and “Tiller Dining” for our catering. 🙏

05/03/2022

We hope you are having a great long weekend!
Just a note to say that we are out of the office this weekend with a fair few weddings and events but will get back to you all on Tuesday/Wednesday next week.
In the meantime, enjoy this epic shot caught by the amazing of C&C enjoying a little sunset time together. Just stunning! 🙌

12/02/2022

The Tiller Farm is seeking an event manager to assist the team over the coming wedding season and beyond.
If you have a passion for weddings and love seeing someone’s day come together then we would love to hear from you.

Catering for both onsite and offsite events this role is very versatile. If you are willing to go that extra mile to create a bespoke experience and make a difference then get in touch!

The role is full time and does involve admin, hospitality, helping with set ups and working weekends/evenings.

Key skills and duties:
-RSA required
-Approved managers certificate or willing to obtain
- Hospitality background or wedding/event background preferred
-Ability to problem solve
- Managerial skills running the team
- Organisational and time management skills
- customer service focus and passion for providing a high level of service
- serving food and beverages
- reliable and trustworthy

Full on the job training will be provided

Please apply or email [email protected]. All applications will be held in confidence.