Destination Weddings in New Caledonia: The Complete Guide for Australian Couples
Planning a destination wedding in New Caledonia? Discover why Australian couples are choosing this South Pacific paradise — venues, legal requirements, best times to visit, and more.
Lisa & Marcus: Rocklea Farm Wedding | Melbourne Wedding Planner | Darling Don’t Panic
A stunning real wedding at Rocklea Farm, planned and styled by Darling Don’t Panic. Florals by Florette, photography by H and Z Around Photography, catering by The Tipsy Colt.
Melissa & Stephen
“Belinda was so amazing in the lead up to our wedding day, and on the day as well. She took all of the pressure and stress off me, and left me able to have an absolute blast on the big day. Belinda was so competent, easy to chat to and always ready to listen to […]
Nikki & Brian
Planner, Darling Don’t Panic – @eventurousbybelle for @darlingdontpanic Venue, RACV Torquay Resort – @racvtorquayresortPhotographer/VIdeographer, Lavan Photography @lavanphotographyFlorist, PosiePlace – @theposieplaceEntertainment, Madz got rich – @madzgotrichbandCake, Bridie Conway – Bridie BakesMC – Jermaine Clarke
Caity & Az
Planner, Darling Don’t Panic – @eventurousbybelle for @darlingdontpanicVenue, Bennetts on Bellarine – @bennettsonbellarinePhotographer – Jess Nicholls – @hellojessnichollsVideographer – Scott Barker – @cyanwolvesFlorist, Elderberry Events – @elderberryevents_Celebrant, Jessie Belle – @jessiebellecelebrantEntertainment, Unplugged Entertainment – @unpluggedentertainmentCeremony Surprise Entertainment – Knockout Corporate Band – @knockoutcorporateband
Kiera & Brenton
Melbourne Wedding Venue @Provenance WinesPhotographer: T-One ImagesHair and Makeup: Jordan Doroschuk Stylist: Orla Maxey Elderberry Events Entertainment: Callan Young Car Hire: Murrell Group
Mel & Alex
“Deciding to get an on-the-day wedding planner was, hands down, the best decision we have ever made. Belinda was exceptional — she went above and beyond to help us make sure we had every detail covered, was so helpful with ideas and suggestions, and put us completely at ease during a time that is supposed […]
Eloise & Ben
Planning @iamkiriwalker for @darlingdontpanicHanging Decor @banginhanginsVenue Butler Lane @peterrowlandau Photographer @elsacampbellphotographyVideographer @bottlebrushfilmsFurniture Hire @elderberryeventsMakeup artist @emmajanemakeupKombi Vans @kombiloveePlants @neridaplantsMirrorballs @wwave_audio_visual
Ana & Nathan
Planning @iamkiriwalker for @darlingdontpanicVenue @mitcheltonweddings Celebrant @elisawesteincelebrantPhotographer @mirandastokkel Videographer Lachie @thewhitetreeMakeup artist @esaje.makeup.and.beauty Hairstylist @haircentral.sheppartonLighting @northcentralhireFlorist @harperandgracedesigns
Effie & Tom
Planning & Styling @iamkiriwalker for @darlingdontpanic Venue Butler Lane @peterrowlandauPhotographer @kateshanasyLighting @pan_and_tilt_lightingFlorist @harperandgracedesignsPlants @neridasplantsFurniture & Linens @placesettings Hair & Makeup team @makingprettyBand @thewhitetree Celebrant @kateadkinscelebrantSignage & Stationery @belledesignstudio Leather tag @interiormotivesausWedding Dress @alcalinebridalGrooms Suit @calibreaustralia
Rhiannon & Dimitri
Planner: Avrilee for @darlingdontpanicVenue:@LancemoreeventsFlorals: @melbourneeventflorals & @haileypageflowersPhotography & Videography: @singlesoulauMakeup:@ jdl.mua & @aidamuaEntertainment: @unpluggedentertainmentCelebrant: @youvegottheloveeventsCatering: @kegsonlegsFurniture: @memphis_hireDecor: @onebigdayeventhireDJ:@onlydjsmelb
Emma & Jamie
Planner: Jac for @darlingdontpanicPhotographer: Bedroom StudioFlorist: Fern Rd Floral DesignVenue: Private Property in Wyong NSW
Jane & Ben
Wedding Planner: @darlingdontpanicVenue: @littlecreatures_geelongPhotography@hellojessnichollsCelebrant @forthelovecelebrancyDJ: @djmasters.melbourneFurniture: @surfcoastpartyhireCeremony: @botanicgardensgeelongTransport: @murellgroup
Liv & Dylan
Planner: Avrilee @darlingdontpanicPhotography: @NicstephensphotographyCelebrant: @nicolepenningcivilcelebrantFlorals: @_bettygreenEntertainment: @mattblackentertainmentFurniture: @memphis_hireTransport: @mustangandcoVenue: @sailersrestgeelongHair&make-up: @pure_edgehm
Zoe & Cam
Planning & Styling @darlingdontpanic Celebrant @katsillars_civilcelebrantPlanning & Styling @darlingdontpanicDecor Hire @thesmallthingscoEntertainment – Tom Potter @melbentcoFlorist @beleharperGroom’s suit @ysgtailorsHMU @nicolegroch_hairmakeupPhotographer @collections.photographyStationery @theparkereffectStyling Assistance @jessiecarrubbaVenue @jackalopehotelsWedding Dress @rosa_clara – Always and Forever
Get Married at Hilton Nouméa | Wedding Package from $3,600 AUD
Discover the Hilton Nouméa wedding package — an Australian-based wedding planner, chapel venue, celebrant, flowers, and Champagne from $3,600 AUD. Plan your dream New Caledonia wedding today.
Charlotte & Benjamin
Planner Kiri @darlingdontpanicPhotographer @nownalways_wedding Marquee Hire @gippslandspecialevents Ceremony furniture hire @gippsland_party_hire Caterer @criteriontrafalgarpub Venue – Private property Metung Hair Stylist @bonnie.and.clydes @thepandthehair Makeup artist @ctwomakeup Celebrant @chantelleormandy.celebrant Florist @greatalpineflowers Music @marbanmusic Band @thewhitetree
Melissa & Aaron
Planner Kiri @darlingdontpanicReception Venue @jardintan Ceremony venue @royalbotanicgardensvicCelebrant @marriagecelebrantcherylwarryPhotographer @neiyo Videographer @moonandbackco Reception catering @vueevents Ceremony musicians @callistostrings Tea Ceremony venue @crownhotels Tea Ceremony Host @mc_jennychiu Florist @yarravalley_blooms Stationery, Menus & Signage @artistry_and_events Ceremony Furniture @weddingsofdistinction Cake @missladybirdcakes Photobooth @readysteadypose.melb
Dannii & James
Wedding Planner & Stylist @iamkiriwalker for @darlingdontpanicVenue – @quatquatta Photographer @davelepage_Videographer @cianreallyCelebrant @samuelmillercelebrant Florist @harperandgracedesignsLounge furniture @highteamistressNeon sign @neonhireau Stationery & Signage @belledesignstudio Brides dress – Essence of Australia gown from @whitelilycoutureGrooms suit @institchu First look photo venue @est_studios Girls getting ready venue The Olsen Hotel @artserieshotel
Riley & Matt
Planner: Jess for @darlingdontpanicFloral Design @_sassafraswedding_Photography@kaylamareephotography Venue @marybrookemanor
Nindy & Andhika
Planning, Darling Don’t Panic – Sonya @darlingdontpanic Venue, Beechmont Garden Retreat – @beechmont.retreatPhotographer, Ella Palij – @ella.palijFlorist, Flowers Vassette – @flowersvasetteCelebrant, Shelley Amar – @youvegottheloveeventsCatering, Going Gourmet – @goinggourmetFurniture, Complete Function Hire – @completefunctionhireHair & Makeup, Mamie Hardo -@mamiehardoAV, Unplugged Entertainment – @unpluggedentertainment
Emily & Ben
Planner: @darlingdontpanicFloral Design @_sassafraswedding_Photographer@countrymilephotographyaus Venue @balgownieestate
Hayley & Song
Planner @darlingdontpanic Floral Design @_sassafraswedding_Photog @singlesoulauVenue @immerseyv
Kate & Luke
Kate & Luke celebrated their special day on her family’s farm in Flinders. Their heartfelt ceremony had the perfect backdrop of the rolling hills. Kate, dressed in her Grandmothers 73 year old wedding gown walked down an aisle laid out with treasured family framed photos. Followed by their reception in the purposely converted barn, with […]
Laura & Paul
Styling & Planning Sonya @ Darling Don’t PanicVenue, Butterfly Red Hill – @butterflyredhillPhotographer, Desiren Photography – @desiren_photography_videoCoordination assistant, Ellie – @ohhoneyweddingsFlorist, Artful Blooms – @artfulbloomsbyrenCelebrant, Rebecca Mayo – @marriedbybeckCatering, Fourside – @foursideevents_Entertainment, Hey Jack – @heyjack_coCake, Sweets for Tilly – @sweetsfortillyMakeup, Tiarna Robertson – @tiarnarobertsonmakeupTables, Peninsula Party Hire – @peninsulapartyhireLinen, TableArt – @tablearteventhireDecor, The Small Things Co. – @thesmallthingscoTransport, Bayside Coaches – […]
How to Legally Get Married in New Caledonia | Darling Don’t Panic
Planning a legal wedding in New Caledonia? Here is everything Australian couples need to know — documents, town hall process, and how Darling Don’t Panic can help.
Top 10 Places to Get Married in New Caledonia: A Guide for Dream Weddings
Dreaming of a destination wedding in New Caledonia? Discover the top 10 places to get married in New Caledonia — from private island resorts to beachfront luxury.
Whitney & Rohan
Planning & Styling: Alison @ Darling Don’t PanicPhotos: Hilary Cam Photography Ceremony Venue: Saint Francis Xavier, BerrimaFlorals: Visually Creative Stationery: The Palm CoTransport: Nostalgic NightsCelebrant: Father Richard Green Reception Venue: Bendooley Estate, BerrimaCake: Cake with CarolineEntertainment: XYDJ
Vanessa & Jamie
Styling Jess @ Darling Don’t PanicVenue Stones of the Yarra ValleyPhotos Image PlayFlowers Sassafras Flower Design
Stephanie-Lee & Tim
Styling Jess @ Darling Don’t PanicVenue Laurens Hall (now closed/demolished)Photos Stories by AshFlowers Sassafras Flower Design
Sofie & Steve
Styling & Planning Hannah @ Darling Don’t PanicVenue The Peak LornePhotos Ali Bailey PhotographyFlowers Earth Flower Apollo BayCake Love It CakesEasels Darling Don’t PanicDress GwendolynneSuit Oscar HuntHair & Makeup Di BakerCelebrant Jessie Belle Entertainment The Baker Boys
Sam & Rick
As seen in PartySlateStyling & Planning Jane @ Darling Don’t Panic Photos Karina Jade PhotographyVenue Point Lonsdale Yacht Club Decor Dann Event Hire, Memphis Hire Lighting Dress My Wedding Flowers Make Them Wonder Plants Olive Green Plant and Prop
Rosie & Ben
“Elie was wonderful! We originally hired a planner to assist with on the day co-ordination only. However, Elie went above and beyond and from the moment we met her she began to assist with the organisation and finer details of our big day. To be honest, we initially thought we were on top of things […]
Robynn & Jonathan
“Hiring Darling Don’t Panic was one of the BEST decisions I have made in this whole wedding planning process, hands down. Being from outside of the country, I was grateful that my planner was always on top of things and super responsive. When I got to visit Australia, she really sat me down for a […]
Rebecca & Josh
“It was so fun and exciting planning our wedding. There were times it was stressful, however we were constantly brainstorming and coming up with personal touches to make it an incredible day which was really fun. We were so happy with all the vendors who executed our wedding perfectly on the day! Having the support […]
Paige & Luke
Planner: Kiri for Darling Don’t PanicPhotographer: Ashleigh Haase PhotographyFlorist: Sassafras Wedding DesignCake: Sweet Affection Cake DesignsVenue: Sault RestaurantStyling: The Small Things Entertainment: The Baker Boys Band
Monica & Warren
Styling Jess @ Darling Don’t Panic Venue Stones of the Yarra Valley Celebrant/Officiant Father Mark Reynolds Photography & Videography Duuet Flowers Sassafras Flower Design Hair Diane Robertson Makeup By Natasha The Dress Mum – Italia Ascenzo Veil / Head Wear Mum – Italia Ascenzo Accessories Maria Elena Headpieces Shoes Stuart Weitzman Rings Simon West Bridesmaid’s Dresses Mum – Italia Ascenzo Men’s Suit V & J Menswear Groom’s Shoes David Jones Cake / Cake Topper Stones of the Yarra Valley Stationery / Signage The Printable Shop – Etsy Entertainment The Baker Boys […]
Melissa & Mark
Styling Jess @ Darling Don’t PanicVenue Alto Events SpacePhotos Anitra WellsFloral Sassafras Flower Design
Megan & Sam
As seen in: Polka Dot Bride (Under our previous name Oh Perfect Day) Gold accents, luxurious marble, pops of bright ‘radiant orchid’ blooms and abundant, organic foliage featured for the wedding of Megan and Sam. Set in two very distinct venues: Two Ton Max in North Melbourne (a modern, industrial, warehouse style venue) and Queens Hall in […]
Laurelle & Tim
Styling & Planning Jane @ Darling Don’t Panic Photos Agent 86 Photography Venue Alto Event Space Florist Flowers In A Vase Stationery Mickey Loves Jacqui Lighting Technical Events Chairs Complete Function Hire Cake Little Malvern Cake Company Charger Plates Simmons Linen Hire
Katie & Joe
Darling Don’t Panic worked with gorgeous couple Katie & Joe to incorporate their love of colour, industrial lighting and rustic textures into a style concept with impact. The styling reflected the couple’s fabulous personalities, transforming their beachfront venue. A bright fuchsia and soft grey colour palette contrasted against raw timbers, rambling foliage, flickering candlelight and […]
Jayde & Matt
As seen in: Nouba Styling Jess @Darling Don’t Panic Venue Stones of the Yarra ValleyPhotos She Takes Pictures He Makes Films Flowers Sassafras Flower Design Bride’s Dress Rue De Seine Bridesmaid’s Dresses Forever New Groom’s Suit P. Johnson Tailors Rings Kozminsky Jewellers Accessories Samantha Wills Hair Hair by Deanne Makeup Joanna Blair Celebrant Judy Pyke Entertainment May Johnston
Jamie & Jason
Styling & Planning Jac @ Darling Don’t Panic Venue Yarra Ranges EstatePhotos Vanessa NorrisFlorals Sassafras Flower DesignSignage, Wishing Well, Guestbook Sketch & Etch
Jade & Keiran
“On behalf of Jade (my wife!) and I, we’d like to express our utmost gratitude for everything you did to make our most special day such an amazing, and I mean truly amazing, event. Your kind, consultative approach and peerless talent for design and coordination is nothing short of phenomenal and was pivotal to the […]
Jac & Dan
Darling Don’t Panic owner and head planner Jac and her husband Dan set out to plan a wedding that oozed their personality. Dan is a farmer, hailing from Kerang in Victoria, so loves a good family get-together and a proper sponge. Jac has an (obvious) passion for all things vintage, so it seemed fitting to […]
Haley & Hugh
Styling Jess @ Darling Don’t PanicVenue Burnham BeechesPhotos Aleksandar Jason Weddings Florals Sassafras Flower Design
Sarah and Beau
Virtual Planning Jac @ Darling Don’t PanicVenue Jack Rabbit VineyardPhotos Little Chief Photography
Ashleigh & Nash
As seen in Bridestory, PartySlate Styling & Planning Jane @ Darling Don’t Panic Venue Mansion Hotel Werribee Park Photos Karina Jade Photography Florist Flowers In A Vase Decor Dress My Wedding & Memphis Hire Crystal and Vases: Darling Don’t Panic
Amelia & Chloe
We didn’t have to worry about anything except getting ourselves ready on the day – she really helped make sure everything went off without a hitch Amelia Planning Darling Don’t PanicPhotos Haven Still & Moving ImagesReception Venue Arawata Community HallCelebrant Wendy RutjensBand The Baker BoysCake and Desserts: Um Yum Treats By StephCatering Paella PanBar Kegs on LegsCoffee: Mamacitas CoffeeStationary Vivian BrewerFlorals Flowers VasetteDress Livrie CoutureTassel Jacket Glitter […]
Amalia & Chris
Darling Don’t Panic joined forces with Sassafras Flower Design to create this dreamy affair in the Yarra Valley Florals @_sassafraswedding_Venue @stonesoftheyarravalleyPhotographer @mervetoganFilm @annetteanddaniCelebrant @marrymemeganLinen @tablearteventhireFlatware @eventmerchantcoCake @pastelandbloom
Alex & Justin: Rusty Gate Wedding Geelong | Wedding Planner & Stylist | Darling Don’t Panic
A real wedding at Rusty Gate Weddings, planned and styled by Darling Don’t Panic. Photography by Ed Sloane, florals by Charlie & Co, catering by Truffleduck. As seen in Wedded Wonderland and WedShed.
Queensland Outback & Tropics by Private Jet
Courtesy of our in-house travel team, explore the magnificent West Coast and Kimberley from the sky with this luxury escorted tour by private plane. With incredible aerial views and signature experiences, you’ll see unique parts of this region that few people do! Departs 24 Jul, 22 Aug (from Brisbane only) & 05 Sep 2021 8 nights Roundtrip from Sydney or […]
Wedding venues in Bali
Villa Vedas Bali Villa Vedas is a beachfront venue located near Tanah Lot, one of the hottest destination in Bali. It’s the perfect scenery for those who want to have a perfect undisturbed view of the sunset. Villa Vedas has no curfew, which will be a perfect choice for party folks. Tirtha Bridal Tirtha Bridal […]
Wedding Venues in the Sunshine Coast
The Chapel Montville This is a gorgeous venue with breathtaking views of the Sunshine Coast from the Hinterland to the ocean! You’ll fall in love with the immaculate work within the Chapel itself – the stonework, the imported glass from Belgium and the stunning entrance making endless photo opportunities for the couple. Also, this venue […]
5 Stunning Wedding Venues in Newcastle NSW You Need to Know About
Looking for wedding venues in Newcastle NSW? Our local wedding planner shares 5 of her favourite venues — from beachfront icons to converted churches and waterfront estates.
Some of our fave wedding venues in regional Victoria
Top Photo: Whites & Woods Katie Zac, our wedding planner who services Mornington Peninsula, Bendigo and Daylesford let us in on a few little secrets – 5 of her favourite wedding venues. If you’re planning a wedding in Mornington Peninsula, Bendigo or Daylesford you might want to check out her hand-picked list and insight! The […]
Getting married in New Caledonia
Where else could it be more romantic to be on married on a idyllic Pacific island ? Darling Don’t Panic now offers the possibility to organise your civil wedding ceremony in the City Hall of Nouméa and be legally married in New Caledonia. In addition to our regular planning inclusions, we can also handle […]
Honeymoons and Romantic Getaways in Australia
Australia is a country that covers 7,686,850 km2 (2,967,910 sq mi), and the length of its coastline is 25,760 km (16,006 miles). Furthermore, it is a country rich with amazing mountains, rainforests and lakes. It also doesn’t lack in beautiful and friendly urban environments, so it is obvious that honeymooners have plenty of places to […]