Weddings
The Ultimate Package
The complete wedding ceremony experience for couples wanting a personalised, memorable and heartfelt celebration.
This package includes
- Initial obligation-free consultation
- Unlimited communication and support throughout the planning process
- Fully personalised ceremony script
- Assistance with vows and ceremony planning
- Completion and lodgement of all legal documentation
- Professional PA system and microphone
- Rehearsal (where applicable)
- Keepsake ceremony certificate
- A warm, professional and engaging ceremony delivered with love
Perfect for couples wanting a bespoke ceremony that truly tells their story.
Weddings
Legals Only
A simple and affordable option for couples who want to be legally married without the full ceremony experience.
This package includes
- Completion of all legal marriage requirements
- Legal wording required under Australian law
- Lodgement of all marriage paperwork
- Short and intimate ceremony with the couple and required witnesses
Perfect for couples seeking a straightforward legal marriage.
Weddings
Destination Weddings
For couples dreaming of saying "I do" in a special location.
Available throughout
Gold Coast · Northern New South Wales · NSW Central Coast · Brisbane · Sunshine Coast · North Queensland
Travel arrangements can be tailored to suit your chosen destination and vision.
Perfect for couples planning a beach, hinterland, country, resort, or destination wedding experience.
Weddings
Registry Office Style Weddings
A beautiful alternative to a government registry office. Enjoy a simple, elegant and stress-free ceremony in a relaxed setting while still receiving the warmth and personal service of a dedicated celebrant.
This package includes
- All legal documentation
- A short ceremony
- Choice of approved locations
- Professional celebrant service
- Lodgement of all paperwork
Perfect for couples wanting something simple yet meaningful.
All-Inclusive · Signature Package
The Elopement Experience
Your complete one-stop-shop wedding day
Dreaming of a beautiful, intimate wedding without the stress of coordinating multiple suppliers?
Your Dream Team
- Your Celebrant
April Daley-Holmes
Showers of Love Civil Celebrant
Creating a heartfelt, personalised ceremony and managing all legal marriage requirements.
Zoe Iliff Photography
Capturing every beautiful moment with stunning professional photography you'll treasure forever.
The Vow & Wow Collective
specialises in wedding and event planning, help create seamless memorable celebrations with personal touches
Dana's Flowers
Gorgeous floral arrangements and bouquets tailored to your wedding style.
Just Because Prints and Stationary
Stationery & Signage
Creating beautiful signs and invitations with personal touches for your day.
Rotary Broadwater Chapel by the Sea
One of the Gold Coast's most iconic waterfront wedding venues, a stunning backdrop for your special day.
The Showers of Love Elopement Experience has been created for couples who want a seamless, romantic and memorable wedding day, with everything taken care of.
Together with a team of trusted Gold Coast wedding professionals, I've brought together an all-inclusive package that makes planning simple and enjoyable.
Package includes
- Personalised wedding ceremony
- All legal marriage documentation and lodgement
- Professional celebrant services
- Beautiful waterfront venue
- Professional wedding photography
- Ceremony styling and décor
- Bridal bouquet and floral arrangements
- Guidance and support throughout the planning process
Perfect for
- Elopements
- Intimate weddings
- Destination weddings
- Interstate couples
- Couples wanting a stress-free wedding experience
- Couples seeking exceptional value with trusted local suppliers
With one booking, one point of contact and a team dedicated to making your wedding unforgettable, all you need to do is arrive, say “I do” and enjoy every moment.
Love made simple. Memories made forever.
Proposals
Proposal Packages
The perfect setting to say “Will you marry me?”
Planning the perfect proposal can feel overwhelming. It doesn't have to be.
I create beautifully styled proposal experiences in some of the Gold Coast's most stunning beachside and parkland locations, helping you craft a magical moment your partner will never forget. Whether you're dreaming of a beachfront proposal at sunset or an intimate parkland setting surrounded by nature, I'll help bring your vision to life.
What's included
- Consultation and proposal planning
- Assistance selecting the perfect location
- Beach or parkland ceremony setting
- Styling and décor options
- Floral arrangements
- Photography packages available
- Coordination with trusted local suppliers
- Setup and pack down
- Personalised touches to make the moment uniquely yours
Perfect for
- Surprise proposals
- Romantic beach proposals
- Parkland picnics and proposal setups
- Destination proposals
- Interstate visitors planning a Gold Coast proposal
Why Choose Showers of Love
A proposal is one of life's most significant moments. My goal is to create a beautiful, stress-free experience, so you can focus on the most important question you'll ever ask. Whether it's under the shade of a magnificent tree, overlooking the ocean at sunset, or in a beautifully styled private setting, I'll help create a proposal that is heartfelt, memorable and uniquely yours.
Because every great love story deserves a beautiful beginning.
Beyond Weddings
Moments That Matter
Celebrating life's special milestones beyond weddings.
Each ceremony is thoughtfully created to reflect the significance of your occasion.
Farewells
Funeral & Memorial Services
Honouring a life with compassion, dignity and care.
Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy. During such a difficult time, a compassionate and experienced celebrant can offer comfort, guidance and support. I work closely with families to create meaningful, personalised services that honour the life, values and legacy of someone dear. Every life is unique, and every farewell should reflect the person being remembered.
Funeral Services
A personalised service held soon after a loved one's passing, allowing family and friends to come together to honour, reflect and celebrate a life well lived.
Memorial Services
A memorial service can be held weeks, months or even years after a loved one's passing, providing family and friends the opportunity to gather, remember and celebrate cherished memories.
Available locations
- The waterfront setting of the Rotary Broadwater Chapel by the Sea
- Parks and gardens
- Beaches and waterfront locations
- Community venues
- Family homes
- Aged care facilities
- Ashes interment and memorial gardens
Service inclusions
- Personal consultation with family members
- Creation of a personalised ceremony
- Tribute writing and storytelling
- Coordination with family and service providers
- Delivery of the service with warmth and professionalism
- Assistance with music, readings and family participation
- Ashes interment and memorial ceremony options
A Gentle Guiding Hand
My role is to help ease the burden during a difficult time, by creating a heartfelt ceremony that celebrates your loved one's life with dignity, respect and compassion. Together, we'll create a farewell that honours their story and brings comfort to those they leave behind.
Because every life deserves to be remembered, celebrated and honoured with love.
Master of Ceremonies
MC Services
Bringing confidence, energy and professionalism to your event.
Planning an event is a big undertaking, and an experienced Master of Ceremonies can make all the difference. As a professional celebrant and public speaker, I know how to engage a crowd, keep an event running smoothly and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for guests. Whether you're celebrating a wedding, corporate event, gala dinner, awards night, community event or special occasion, I'll help your event flow seamlessly from beginning to end.
Wedding Reception MC
After delivering your ceremony, I can continue the celebration as your Reception MC, keeping your guests informed, entertained and engaged throughout the evening.
Services include
- Welcoming guests
- Introducing the bridal party
- Coordinating formalities
- Introducing speeches and special moments
- Cake cutting announcements
- First dance introductions
- Liaising with venue staff, photographers and entertainment providers
- Keeping your reception running to schedule
Corporate & Community Events
Available for
- Awards presentations
- Gala dinners
- Fundraising events
- Charity functions
- Networking events
- Community celebrations
- Club and association events
What you can expect
- Professional and polished presentation
- Warm and engaging communication style
- Detailed event planning consultation
- Coordination with venues and suppliers
- Confidence managing timelines and schedules
- A calm and reassuring presence on the day
Why Choose Showers of Love
With years of experience speaking in front of audiences, leading ceremonies and working with community organisations, I bring warmth, professionalism and attention to detail to every event. My goal is simple: to make sure your event runs smoothly, your guests feel welcome and every special moment gets the recognition it deserves.
Sit back, relax and enjoy your event while I take care of the microphone.
Where I Celebrate
Venues I Love
One of the things I love most about this work is celebrating in beautiful locations across the Gold Coast, Northern NSW, the NSW Central Coast and beyond. Whether you're dreaming of a beachfront ceremony, a charming chapel, a hinterland escape or a luxury venue, I'd love to help bring your vision to life.
Gold Coast
- Rotary Broadwater Chapel by the Sea
- Braeside at Gin House Creek Estate
- Summergrove Estate
- Gold Coast Farm House
- Austinvilla Estate
- Coolibah Downs Private Estate
- The Acre Boomerang Farm
- The Valley Estate
- Rosewood Estate
- InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
- Links Hope Island
- Couran Cove Island Resort
- Cedar Creek Lodges
- O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards
Northern New South Wales
- Summergrove Estate
- Ancora Weddings
- Husk Distillers
- Fins Plantation House
- Pioneer Country
- Babalou Kingscliff
- Osteria Weddings
- Mavis's Kitchen
- EarthHouse Byron Bay
Brisbane & Surrounds
- Victoria Park
- Walkabout Creek
- High Church
- Customs House
- Boulevard Gardens
- The Little Laneway
Sunshine Coast
- Maleny Manor
- Tiffany's Maleny
- The Old Dairy
- Yandina Station
- Secrets on the Lake
Intimate Locations
Some of the most beautiful ceremonies I've shared have happened in:
- Local parks and gardens
- Beachfront locations
- Private residences
- Boutique accommodation venues
- Hinterland lookouts
- Waterfront locations
Haven't chosen a venue yet? I'm always happy to share recommendations and help you find the perfect spot for your ceremony. With years of experience working alongside venue coordinators, photographers, florists and wedding professionals, I'll help make your day feel effortless from start to finish.