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LGBTQ+ Affirming Wedding Vendors in New South Wales

Celebrants, photographers, venues and planners across NSW, from Inner West Sydney to Hunter Valley vineyards and Byron Bay. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.

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Two lovers at their Hunter Valley wedding
From And They Were Roommates: A Hunter Valley Wedding.

New South Wales at a glance

Mardi Gras countrySydney’s Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras lights up every February and March.

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.

Vineyards to coastlineThe Hunter Valley and Byron Bay are both NSW favorites.

Vetted vendors serving New South Wales

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    • Around the World
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Bert Jewellery
    Bert Jewellery is a bespoke atelier dreamed up by Sydney-based jeweller Sian Jones. They create dreamy custom creations.
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Black Finch Jewellery
    Black Finch Jewellery is a Melbourne-based fine jewellery studio creating meaningful, one-of-a-kind pieces for life’s most treasured moments. Founded by Master Jeweller Raymond de Zwart and Creative Director Davina Adamson, Black Finch is known for its poetic aesthetic, ethical sourcing,…
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Godwin Charli
    Since 2007, Godwin Charli has been at the forefront of bespoke tailoring in Australia, designing and creating unique garments from our atelier in Melbourne.
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Shane Ave
    Shane Ave brings your dream wedding suit ensembles to life. We are an end to end service that allows you to take control of your entire outfit. Regardless of your size, shape or how you identify, we will custom make…
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Carlita Sari Photo
    Hello my darlings, I’m Carly. Welcome to the land of Wedding Photography Done Different. Here we leave behind any traditions that don’t feel like you, decorate those that do, and reimagine your wedding to be exactly what you want. 
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Margan Photography
    Hey there! We’re Erin and Erica Margan, the couple behind Margan Photography. For more than a decade we’ve been documenting queer love stories across NSW, the ACT and beyond. Big joyful weddings, intimate elopements and the beautiful chaos of family…
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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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    • Hunter Valley, New South Wales

    Avani Cypress Lakes Resort
    Take a break from it for a little while with the ultimate getaway at Avani Cypress Lakes Resort. Tucked away in the heart of the Hunter Valley wine country and enveloped by vineyards and rolling hills, it’s a serene retreat…
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Moments Photography & Film
    We’re Shyani and Simon, the duo behind Moments Photography & Film, based in Sydney and travelling across New South Wales and beyond for weddings.
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Translucent Photography
    Translucent Photography believe in creating images that make those who weren’t there, feel like they were in Wollongong, New South Wales
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Chokman Tailoring
    Custom wedding suits for couples, made in Sydney CBD: every fitting, fabric and detail made for you.
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    • Australia
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    • Central Coast, NSW

    K B Photography
    Hi I’m Kayla (she/her), and I’m a Central Coast-based LGBTQ+ photographer, and I LOVE love. As the world turns and chaos ensues, one thing remains present in our lives, and that is love. Raw, real love. This is the love…
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  • Black Finch Jewellery

    Black Finch Jewellery is a Melbourne-based fine jewellery studio creating meaningful, one-of-a-kind pieces for life’s most treasured moments. Founded by Master Jeweller Raymond de Zwart and Creative Director Davina Adamson, Black Finch is known for its poetic aesthetic, ethical sourcing, and deep reverence for craftsmanship. Every piece is handmade in their Collingwood studio using responsibly sourced gold and gemstones, reflecting a commitment to sustainability, individuality, and longevity.

  • Shane Ave

    Shane Ave brings your dream wedding suit ensembles to life. We are an end to end service that allows you to take control of your entire outfit. Regardless of your size, shape or how you identify, we will custom make your outfit to your personal design, fabric and colour specifications. We recognize that formal fashion in general terms is very gender-specific and often doesn’t allow the freedom of expressing one’s own identity. Lesbians, Transmen and Non-Binary are left out in the market place.

  • Carlita Sari Photo

    Hello my darlings, I’m Carly. Welcome to the land of Wedding Photography Done Different. Here we leave behind any traditions that don’t feel like you, decorate those that do, and reimagine your wedding to be exactly what you want. 

  • Margan Photography

    Hey there! We’re Erin and Erica Margan, the couple behind Margan Photography.
    For more than a decade we’ve been documenting queer love stories across NSW, the ACT and beyond. Big joyful weddings, intimate elopements and the beautiful chaos of family life.

  • K B Photography

    Hi I’m Kayla (she/her), and I’m a Central Coast-based LGBTQ+ photographer, and I LOVE love. As the world turns and chaos ensues, one thing remains present in our lives, and that is love. Raw, real love. This is the love I want to capture. The messy moments, the tears, the laughs and everything in between.

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Getting married in New South Wales

From Sydney’s Inner West to the Hunter Valley and the north coast, New South Wales has room for every kind of queer wedding. And with Mardi Gras every February and March, Sydney has been celebrating our community for decades.

The legal bit

Marriage law is the same across Australia. Lodge a Notice of Intended Marriage with your celebrant at least one month and no more than 18 months before the day, then marry with an authorized celebrant and two witnesses over 18. NSW Births, Deaths and Marriages also offers registry ceremonies if you want to keep it simple.

Where couples are saying yes

The Hunter Valley is a favorite for vineyard weddings, like this roommates-to-spouses celebration and a country chic Hunter Valley wedding. Closer to the city, our couples have explored Inner West Sydney streets, and up north, Byron Bay brought bachata and a Harley entrance.

Questions couples ask

Can same-sex couples legally marry in New South Wales?

Yes. Marriage equality has been law across Australia since 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. Your celebrant lodges it for you.

How many witnesses do we need?

Two, and both must be over 18.

Can a friend marry us?

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.

When is Sydney Mardi Gras?

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras runs each February and March, finishing with the famous parade. If you are planning around it, book vendors and accommodation early.

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

Real NSW love stories

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