Inclusive vendor directory

LGBTQ+ Affirming Wedding Vendors in Australia

Celebrants, photographers, venues and planners across Australia, from Inner West Sydney to Tasmania’s wild coast. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.

Two lovers among tree ferns on the Tasmanian coast
From A Tasmania Elopement with Tree Ferns, Trivia, and Coastal Views.

Australia at a glance

Equal since December 2017The right to marry is no longer determined by sex or gender.

Give a month’s noticeLodge your Notice of Intended Marriage 1 to 18 months ahead.

Two witnesses, both over 18Plus an authorized celebrant to make it legal.

Visitors can marry hereYou don’t need to be an Australian citizen or resident.

Vetted vendors serving Australia

State or territory
Type of vendor
    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    ARLAI Event Co

    ARLAI Event Co started by Amie, began as a small side hustle and in 3 years tripled in size. With over a decade in the industry of venue operations, an events and business degree, Amie was set to bring quality…
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Yasmina Nadine Photography

    Whether you’re eloping, planning an intimate gathering, or a wedding festival, Yasmina Nadine Photography would love to tag along on your adventure.
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Nikki Russian Photography

    Hey, I’m Nikki! Cat lover, introvert who loves parties, metalhead, queer af and exclamation mark over-user!!!
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    • Albury Wodonga, Victoria
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    • Australia

    Ellen May Photography

    I’m a light & airy, candid photographer based in Albury Wodonga but travels anywhere for a good dance floor! I absolutely adore photographing loved-up humans in all their beautiful forms. I’m here for the big laughs, the soft glances, the…
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Sarah O’Grady Celebrant

    When you’re both old and grey, looking back on your crazy and beautiful lives, your wedding day should be a highlight that brings a smile to your faces. Let me help create that memory with you.
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    • Australia
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    • Perth, Western Australia

    twelfth.

    At twelfth., we believe your love is more than a celebration, it is a piece of cinema. Based in Perth, Western Australia, twelfth. is a premier photography studio dedicated to the art of the editorial. Our philosophy is rooted in…
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  • Close-up of two rings with large central gemstones, one blue and one brown, surrounded by smaller diamonds set in gold bands.
    • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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    • USA

    Emily Chelsea Jewelry

    Emily Chelsea Jewelry, are an online retail store that specializes in creating unique and custom engagement and wedding rings. We want your jewelry to uniquely reflect who you are, what you stand for and what you find beautiful. We seek…
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    • New York City, New York
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    • USA

    Arlo SoHo

    Arlo SoHo is located in SoHo just north of Tribeca. Arlo SoHo offers thoughtfully designed guest rooms that combine flexible, modern furniture with efficient storage spaces and a range of play full touches. Plus, all the amenities you need to…
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    • New Zealand
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    • Waikato, New Zealand

    New Zealand Elopements

    I design and photograph dream-date style elopements in New Zealand for all couples who want to skip the performance and pedantry of a big wedding! I plan and coordinate, giving local recommendations and itineraries to support you having the BEST…
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    • New Zealand
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    • Queenstown, South Island

    Sarah Noble Celebrant

    I’m Sarah, a Queenstown-based wedding celebrant specialising in elopements and intimate weddings for couples who want their day to feel meaningful, relaxed, and genuinely their own.
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    • New York City, New York
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    • USA

    Elvira Kalviste Photography

    Choosing a wedding photographer isn’t just about finding someone who takes great photos—it’s about finding someone you trust to capture the real, unfiltered moments without turning your day into a production. With 11 years of experience, we know how to…
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    • Denver, Colorado
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    • USA

    Sophia Lewis Photography

    I’m Sophia, the photographer behind Sophia Lewis Photography. I specialize in story-driven wedding and elopement photography across Colorado and beyond, documenting celebrations that are intentional, emotional, and deeply personal. My approach is rooted in connection and trust. I want you…
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  • ARLAI Event Co

    ARLAI Event Co started by Amie, began as a small side hustle and in 3 years tripled in size. With over a decade in the industry of venue operations, an events and business degree, Amie was set to bring quality and value to the wedding world.

  • Ellen May Photography

    I’m a light & airy, candid photographer based in Albury Wodonga but travels anywhere for a good dance floor! I absolutely adore photographing loved-up humans in all their beautiful forms. I’m here for the big laughs, the soft glances, the loud celebrations and the quiet in-between moments that make your relationship uniquely yours.

  • twelfth.

    At twelfth., we believe your love is more than a celebration, it is a piece of cinema. Based in Perth, Western Australia, twelfth. is a premier photography studio dedicated to the art of the editorial. Our philosophy is rooted in the “in-between”—those quiet, high-fashion moments and raw, unscripted emotions that define a contemporary union.

  • Emily Chelsea Jewelry

    Emily Chelsea Jewelry, are an online retail store that specializes in creating unique and custom engagement and wedding rings. We want your jewelry to uniquely reflect who you are, what you stand for and what you find beautiful. We seek to always source as responsibly and ethically as possible—whether that means using recycled or Fair-mind gold, recycled and post-consumer diamonds, or Montana sourced or lab-grown gems.

  • Arlo SoHo

    Arlo SoHo is located in SoHo just north of Tribeca. Arlo SoHo offers thoughtfully designed guest rooms that combine flexible, modern furniture with efficient storage spaces and a range of play full touches. Plus, all the amenities you need to make it your perfect NYC honeymoon home base in the city.

  • New Zealand Elopements

    I design and photograph dream-date style elopements in New Zealand for all couples who want to skip the performance and pedantry of a big wedding! I plan and coordinate, giving local recommendations and itineraries to support you having the BEST time while here.

  • Elvira Kalviste Photography

    Choosing a wedding photographer isn’t just about finding someone who takes great photos—it’s about finding someone you trust to capture the real, unfiltered moments without turning your day into a production. With 11 years of experience, we know how to blend into the rhythm of your wedding, letting things unfold naturally while staying ready for whatever comes next.

  • Sophia Lewis Photography

    I’m Sophia, the photographer behind Sophia Lewis Photography. I specialize in story-driven wedding and elopement photography across Colorado and beyond, documenting celebrations that are intentional, emotional, and deeply personal. My approach is rooted in connection and trust. I want you to feel comfortable enough to be fully yourselves so the photos reflect the real moments unfolding around you.

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Getting married in Australia

Marriage equality became law in Australia in December 2017, after a postal survey so many of us lived through. Today the right to marry here isn’t determined by sex or gender, and the process is the same for every couple.

The legal bit

Lodge a Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) with your celebrant at least one month and no more than 18 months before your wedding. On the day you’ll need an authorized celebrant, two witnesses over 18, and a few legally required words in your ceremony. Your celebrant will walk you through them, and everything else is yours to design.

Coming from overseas

You don’t need to be an Australian citizen or resident to marry here. If you plan to stay in Australia after the wedding, look into visas separately, since marrying here doesn’t change your immigration status on its own.

Where couples are saying yes

Our couples have married at Perth wineries, in Byron Bay, on Tasmania’s coast and all over Victoria. Planning in Victoria? Our guide to LGBTQ+ wedding venues in the Yarra Valley is a great place to start.

Questions couples ask

Can same-sex couples legally marry in Australia?

Yes. Marriage equality became law in December 2017, and the right to marry is no longer determined by sex or gender.

How far ahead do we need to lodge our Notice of Intended Marriage?

At least one month and no more than 18 months before your wedding. A shorter notice period is only possible in limited circumstances, with approval from a prescribed authority.

Can we get married in Australia if we live overseas?

Yes. You don’t need to be an Australian citizen or resident to marry here.

How many witnesses do we need?

Two, and both must be over 18.

Can a friend marry us in Australia?

Only an authorized celebrant can legally marry you. Plenty of couples have a friend lead the ceremony, with the celebrant handling the legal words and paperwork.

Legal details last checked October 2026 against the Attorney-General’s Department. Always confirm with your celebrant.

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