Note. At this location you must also book the venue, in addition to the celebrant service we offer. See details below under Booking and Fees.
To hold a wedding ceremony at Avoca Beach or its surrounding reserves with more than 20 people (or with chairs and decorations), a formal booking must be made through the Central Coast Council. This ensures you have a designated area for your ceremony and that your date is secured within the public space.
Authority: Central Coast Council Website: Central Coast Council Weddings Phone: (02) 4304 7550 Email: bookings@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
Requirements and Fees: Wedding Booking Fee: Approximately $175.40 (GST inclusive) for a standard session. Administration Fee: A non-refundable fee of approximately $51.25 may apply. Public Liability: For gatherings of more than 60 people, you must provide proof of Public Liability Insurance for a minimum of $20 million. Equipment: Council permits limited items such as up to 24 chairs, a small signing table, and a weighted archway (no pegs allowed).
Standard: 20 People. Add Guests: Add up to 100+ in total +$75.
You can have up to 20 people (the 2 of you and 18 guests) at your ceremony. This excludes children under 6 years old. For an additional fee of $75, this number can be increased to 100+ people in total. To add guests after your initial booking, go to the Add-ons tab in your portal.
I understand that, it is my responsibility to make the required booking with the park authority and pay any associated site fees directly to them.
Please aim to arrive 15 minutes prior to your ceremony (along with your guests) to ensure you are in the right location and ready to go at your scheduled time.
Now it doesn't happen often, but when it does you will need to shelter under trees or bring umbrellas - how romantic.
In the event of rain, we are able to offer a wet weather alternative at The Studio, Milsons Point. You can elect to change your location on the day of the ceremony (if there is availability) for a fee of $200.
Chair and decoration booking with Simple C. Note. If you have booked a Chair and Decoration package through Simple C and it is raining on the day, we will move your ceremony to The Studio without a fee(if there is availability)
a) Public Park Acknowledgment
I understand that this venue is a public park and that no site fee has been charged for its use by you (the provider). This applies to only small gatherings 20 people or less and doesn’t permit chairs, decorations etc. Simple Ceremonies will provide a signing stand for you to sign your certificates.
I understand, if I am planning more than 20 people to be at the ceremony or want to have chairs or decorations of any sort, it is our responsibility to ensure this location is available for our ceremony. I will make all necessary arrangements and pay any associated fees directly to the venue or relevant authority.
a) Reservation of Location and Payment of Associated Fees
I understand that it is our responsibility to ensure this location is available for our ceremony. I will make all necessary arrangements and pay any associated fees directly to the venue or relevant authority.
b) Guest Numbers
I understand that the Standard number of people is 20. This can be increased to 100+ people for an additional fee of $75 (click on Add Ons after making your booking).
c) Standard Duration of Booking is 30 Minutes
I understand that the total time for the standard booking is 30 minutes, which is plenty of time for a beautiful ceremony. This time cannot be extended on the day of the ceremony. However, if you would like to extend the duration of your booking, this can be done prior to the date of the ceremony for an additional fee of $150. (Click on Add Ons after making your booking.)
d) Confetti and Natural Materials
I understand that to maintain the cleanliness and integrity of the area, confetti of any sort, including natural materials such as flower petals, rice, glitter, or artificial equivalents, are strictly prohibited—unless prior written consent is received from the venue.
e) Public Liability Insurance
I understand that if Public Liability confirmation is required, there will be an additional fee of $50 to provide this.
