Inclusive vendor directory

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.

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

Type of vendor
  • Two brides getting married, holding bouquets, in front of a brick wall inside a room with a rustic decor.
    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Megan Jordan Celebrant

    I am a story teller and a passionate wordsmith. And in being able to marry you, I honestly feel like I have the very best job in the whole world. My ceremonies are full of heart, laughs, and great big,…
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    • 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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    • 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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    • 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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    • 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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  • A green wedding stationery set with white tropical floral cut-outs and event details in a light font.
    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Stitch Press

    A team of designers with a wealth of experience in creating beautifully crafted, affordable, letterpress wedding & engagement stationery
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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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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Married By A Teddy

    Teddy Bell is the celebrant behind Married By A Teddy — a modern, Melbourne-based celebrancy brand creating ceremonies that feel elevated, intentional and emotionally intelligent.
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Rachel Morrison Hair and Makeup

    If you’ve been looking for someone who does the whole damn thing, lucky you, you found me! I’m qualified and experienced in both Hairdressing and Makeup services, with 15 years in the biz.
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria
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    • New Zealand

    Baker Boys Band

    Add unforgettable live music at your wedding with the Baker Boys Band. Custom band sizes & a vibrant playlists to keep your dancefloor going
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Finder Seeker Photography

    Finder Seeker Photography photographs weddings for the bold and the daring, the dreamers & the creative at heart in Melbourne & all over Australia.
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    • Australia
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    • Gold Coast, Queensland
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    • Parkwood, Queensland

    Ceremonies by Sacha

    Ceremonies by Sacha is all about creating a calm, elegantly relaxed moment for you both as you step into marriage. It is why I do what I do.
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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.

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