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Intro North Stradbroke Island is one of the largest sand islands in the world and is situated within Moreton Bay, just one hour from Brisbane. The sub-tropical climate means perfect weather conditions prevail almost all year round, so you can plan on a day which includes clear blue sunny skies and comfortable weather conditions. The island is easily accessible by both water taxi and vehicle ferry for the convenience of organising your special day. Whether you prefer the backdrop of rugged headlands, perfect white sandy beaches or stunning seascape views, the island has a variety of locations that would be a wonderful setting for your wedding photos. The opportunity to be married at a beach location will provide a unique and individual experience for both the wedding party and guests. Straddie, as it is affectionately known by the locals, has a range of accommodation options to suit all of your needs. A range of venues for both your ceremony and reception can be found on the island. So whether you re planning an intimate wedding with a small group of guests or a lavish wedding with the lot, there is something to suit every taste and budget. Have you ever imagined a wedding reception under the stars in a marquee, overlooking the ocean and listening to the waves roll onto the beach? North Stradbroke Island can make your dreams come true. The reception venues can be as formal or informal as you like, with local native flora as your centre pieces or an arrangement of beautiful shells set amongst creamy white pearls. All venues can cater for a variety of tastes and receptions. Maybe you would prefer a BBQ breakfast or a more traditional plated menu the variety is endless. To make the organising of your wedding easy and enjoyable, every possible service that you will need is available on the island. From the marriage celebrant, to the entertainment, the wedding decorations and photography, there are a number of professionals who can cater for your every need. This brochure was produced by Stradbroke Island Holidays in 2016. All care has been taken to ensure the information contained in it is accurate. Information is subject to change without notice and copyright restrictions apply to all photographs and editorial. Some images courtesy of Stradbroke Island Photography & Julie Sisco Photography STRADBROKE ISLAND HOLIDAYS 3 Emmett Drive, Cleveland 4163 Q Australia P: (07) 3821 0266 or 1300 303 766 E: weddings@stradbrokeholidays.com.au www.stradbrokeholidays.com.au 1 North Stradbroke Island
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Planning a wedding VENUE HIRE POINT LOOKOUT Look Beach Bar & Café 07 3415 3390 With views facing out towards Frenchman s Beach, Look Beach Bar & Café is the perfect setting for a intimate reception catering for between 70-80 guests. Point Lookout Bowls Club 07 3409 8182 The bowls club can cater for larger wedding receptions within a relaxed environment. Point Lookout Community Hall 07 3409 8798 The hall can accommodate weddings for 100+ guests. With both indoor and outdoor areas it makes for a great reception venue. Point Lookout Function Centre 07 3409 8255 The Point Lookout Function Centre is a newly renovated venue for 100+ wedding guests. It boasts bamboo hardwood floors and an open plan design with extensions. Point Lookout Surf Life Saving Club 07 3821 0266 Located right on the headland at Point Lookout. The surf club offers spectacular views right out along Main Beach. The main hall area can seat 100 people comfortably. There is also an upstairs bar and deck area. Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel Spa Resort 07 3409 8188 Located with full views out towards Cylinder Beach, the function room can cater for 110 guests for a sit down wedding or 150 for a cocktail style celebration. VENUE HIRE AMITY POINT Amity Point Community Club 07 3409 7110 The Amity Point Community Club s Function Room affectionately known as The Curlew Room can comfortably seat 100 guests. Seashells Café 07 3409 7886 Seashells Café is a peaceful island style eatery which can seat up to 100 guests for your wedding reception. VENUE HIRE DUNWICH Little Ship Club One Mile 07 3409 9022 Perfect position located right on the fringes of Moreton Bay at Dunwich the Little Ship Club can cater for more than 300 guests. North Stradbroke Island Golf Club 07 3409 9999 Only 10 minutes from the Dunwich ferry terminal, the Golf Club has seating for 120 guests and boasts spectacular views towards the Sunshine Coast. CATERING Island Fruit Barn Dunwich 07 3409 9125 Whales Way Restaurant 07 3415 3044 CELEBRANTS Dave Thelander Wedding Celebrant 07 3409 9502 0409 123 586 dave@straddiekingfishertours.com.au David Thorburn 07 3415 3206 0400 341 532 islandweddings@westnet.com.au Ingrid E.De Heus 07 3409 7793 0408 770 924 ingrid.dandelion7@icloud.com Marian Lemise www.mlcelebrant.com 0434 998 990 Mary Burns marriagecelebrantstradbrokeisl@gmail.com 0439 951 348 Sheryl Gotje 0430 429 615 BEACH WEDDINGS Redland City Council Parks Reserves & Beach Weddings 07 3829 8413 PHOTOGRAPHERS Esprit Studios 0431 960 508 admin@esprit-studios.com www.esprit-studios.com Julie Sisco Photography 07 3415 3628 0402 549 262 info@juliesisco.com.au www.juliesisco.com.au Stradbroke Island Photography 0409 356 965 0402 250 022 info@stradbrokeislandphotography.com Visual Moments Bill Lowe 07 3409 8051 0438 098 059 straddie4wd@bigpond.com www.visualmoments.net VIDEOGRAPHY NSI Productions Videography Anton Pettersen nsiproductions@hotmail.com www.nsiproductions.com.au 0427 177 019 EVENT STYLING DECORATIONS Beautiful Weddings Nicole Ritchie & Justine Douglas 07 3272 9069 style@beautifulweddings.com.au www.beautifulweddings.com.au By The Seaside Events 0400 001 639 contact@bytheseaside.com.au www.bytheseaside.com.au Flowers designed by Shelley Shelley Marshall 0429 425 606 info@createdbyshelley.com www.createdbyshelley.com Kate Dawes Flower Design Kate Dawes 0418 726 971 kate@katedawesflowerdesign.com.au www.katedawesflowerdesign.com.au Noreen s Seaside Shop 07 3409 8798 (Anchorage Resort, Point Lookout) Stradbroke Island Events Donna Shannon 0418 301 000 info@stradbrokeislandevents.com.au www.stradbrokeislandevents.com.au CAKES Shells Cakes on Straddie Rachelle Agnola shellscakes@outlook.com 0409 761 780 Island Fruit Barn islandfruitbarn@bigpond.com 07 3409 9125 Sweetfix Cakes info@sweetfix.com.au www.sweetfix.com.au 0419 759 626 BEAUTY Ashleigh Marie Hairdressing 0429 528 097 ashleighmariehairdressing@outlook.com Hannah Wiemers 0434 623 168 hannah.w.makeup@hotmail.com Stranded on Straddie 0456 997 359 (Anchorage Resort, Point Lookout) Stradbroke Island Makeup Emma Simms 0408 152 008 emmasimms@hotmail.com Straddie Day Spa 07 3409 8188 ext 3 Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel Spa Resort dayspa@stradbrokehotel.com.au Studio Maz 0448 992 878 studiomazprofmakeup@gmail.com MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT Clara Durbidge 0409 580 336 claradurbidge@hotmail.com Corey Hill corey@djcorey.com.au www.djcorey.com.au 0424 554 848 Danielle daniellewalshmusic@outlook.com 0423 788 879 Jamie Samuels - (Salty Beats) saltybeats@outlook.com 0402 770 380 Weddings 4
How to get here North Stradbroke Island is accessible by vehicle ferry and water taxi from Cleveland, about 45 minutes south of Brisbane. Stradbroke Ferries operate up to 14 return trips daily and the journey takes approximately 45 minutes by vehicle ferry and 20 minutes by water taxi. There are sealed roads on the island suitable for a standard vehicle, however if you re taking a four-wheel drive you will need to obtain a permit before driving on the beach. Stradbroke Island Holidays can arrange all of your accommodation and transfer packages with discounts available for wedding groups. For further information contact Stradbroke Island Holidays Ph. 07 3821 0266 E. weddings@stradbrokeholidays.com.au www.stradbrokeholidays.com.au 5 North Stradbroke Island
Accommodation POINT LOOKOUT Allure Stradbroke Resort East Coast Road, Point Lookout 1 bedroom self-contained architect-designed beach shacks plus 2-4 bedroom villas. Resort features heated pool, gym and playground. Beach access 100m across the road. Manta Lodge & Scuba Centre 132 Dickson Way, Point Lookout Backpacker and budget accommodation next to beach. Range of accommodation available. Excellent facilities in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Internet access is available as well as pool table, ping-pong tables and outdoor BBQ area. Pandanus Palms Resort 21 Cumming Parade, Point Lookout This hillside resort offers 2 and 3 bedroom self-contained villas, all with ocean views and BBQs, some with beach views. Restaurant/bar, tennis court, swimming pool, WiFi access, internet café and free Foxtel. Samarinda Jewel by the Sea Resort Samarinda Drive, Point Lookout Fully self-contained, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with balcony and views to Main Beach. Swimming pool and BBQ area. 150 metre walk to Main Beach. Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel Spa Resort East Coast Road, Point Lookout Modern luxury 3 bedroom apartments and hotel rooms, with ocean views looking out to Moreton Island. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, bottle shop, TAB and gaming. The Straddie Day Spa is also onsite along with wedding and conference facilities. The Islander Holiday Resort East Coast Road, Point Lookout Ideally located opposite Home and Cylinder Beaches. Short walk to hotel, bowls club, shops and restaurants. Resort has a pool, tennis court, BBQ area & Foxtel. Fully self-contained & air conditioned studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available. Whalewatch Ocean Beach Resort Samarinda Drive, Point Lookout 1, 2 and 3 bedroom self-contained apartments with gourmet kitchens, large indoor outdoor living areas. Most units have ocean views, air-con and some have lift access. Heated pool, spa, gym, BBQ area, internet access, Foxtel and games room. B&B Straddie Views Bed & Breakfast 26 Cumming Parade, Point Lookout Spacious, well appointed private suites with courtyard, ensuites, TV, fridge, tea and coffee facilities, a selection of complimentary chocolates and port provided, queen beds. 5 minute walk to beaches and restaurants. Lovely ocean views from breakfast deck. AMITY POINT Cosy Cottages Cnr Mirimar & Ballow Streets, Amity Point Three self-contained cottages with bay views to Moreton Island. Great central location, very close to jetty and shop. Neat, tidy and popular budget accommodation. Sea Shanties 9a Cook Street, Amity Point Absolute waterfront accommodation. Self-contained cabins suitable for groups and families. Private jetty. Dogs welcome in selected cabins. Twenty Four Birch Street Amity Point Nestled in a quiet street of Amity Point, only minutes from the beach, shop and restaurant. Ideal family holiday accommodation, four individual fully renovated 2 bedroom units, sleeping 5 people. DUNWICH Salty Towers 16 Bingle Road, Dunwich Conveniently located in the heart of Dunwich, Salty Towers is a 3 bedroom house offering comfortable accommodation for up to 6 people. Features include plush queen beds, full kitchen facilities, flat screen TV and reversecycle air conditioning. RENTAL AGENCIES Dolphin Holiday Accommodation Endeavour Street, Point Lookout Offering accommodation at Point Lookout, Amity Point and Flinders Beach, ranging from 1 bedroom units to luxury 6 bedroom holiday houses. Many properties are close to beaches, others have fantastic views. We have properties to suit most budgets. There are some pet friendly properties also. Beach Boys BnB Beach Houses 12 Samarinda Drive, Point Lookout Spectacular private rooms amongst 3 award winning homes. All rooms have access to beautiful kitchens and living areas, inside and out. Ensuited rooms are available on request. Centrally located at Point Lookout, the houses are only a short walk to shops, cafés and beaches. Weddings 6
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