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Indigo Bunting Events

We help couples create their perfect wedding day, providing support & advice throughout the process.

Indigo Bunting Events is a locally owned event management business, operating throughout Central Queensland. With experience in events throughout the CQ region, we have covered large scale fundraising events to small and perfectly intimate wedding receptions! We specialise in:
• Event Management
• Event Planning
• Event Styling
• On the day Coordination
• Running sheet development
• Budget develo

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FIND US ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/indigobuntingevents/

Graphic Design for Indigo Bunting Events: Honey-Bee Creative

Photo credit for IBE marketing imagery:
Madelyn Holmes Photography - Hansen Wedding
Chrissy Harris Photography - Maxwell Wedding
Envision Photography - Cagney Wedding

04/05/2025

🩷 Reception goals? Achieved ✔️
We’re still swooning over every little detail from The Syphers’ perfect love day. 🩷
The Sypher Wedding Team:
Venue:
Planning:
Florals:
Bar:
Catering:
Celebrant:
Windmill: Bride & Groom - Glenmyra
Photography:
Videography:
Music:
Buses: Yeppoon Coaches
Hair & Makeup:
Tans:
Dress:
Suits:
Lighting, vases, hire items:
Couches:

27/02/2025

We’ll handle the timeline, the vendors, and the drama… but making you look like a magazine cover? That’s all on Madelyn Holmes Photographics. No pressure, sis. 💁‍♀️ 📸

15/01/2025

🥂 Cheers to 2025! 🥂

What a start to the year! Our little ones went off to kindy/daycare, I’m settling into my [almost] full-time role, and hubby is back at the firm.

Now it’s time to dive into an exciting year of wedding planning! We’re officially back on deck today to respond to your emails, enquiries, and book client meetings 🙌

2025 brides, it's your year!! We can’t wait to bring your love day to life! 🎉

Big love,
Ash 💚

Side quest; massive shout out to the incredible for making me look so professhh 🙌🏻

17/12/2024

Absolutely in love with these beauties from the incredible Madelyn Holmes Photographics 😍🙏🏻

Styling the tables for this 40th birthday could be one of our fave's so far, but we're pretty biased for anything crystal 🥂

Let us know what you think? Xx

08/11/2024

💍 The ‘Your Event’ Package 💍
This all-inclusive package is for couples who want complete support from start to finish. We’ll work closely with you to bring every detail to life, so you can focus on what matters most—each other!

*Some* of what’s included:
🌿 An initial consultation to explore your style and vision
🌿 A venue visit to walk through your ideas for the ceremony and reception
🌿 Planning meetings to ensure all your suppliers are booked, budgets are on track, and every detail aligns with your dream day
🌿 A complete wedding checklist, timeline, and supplier package, so you’ll see everything come together
🌿 Regular email and phone support to address any questions or changes along the way
🌿 On-the-day coordination with our team to oversee every moment, setup, and schedule with a seamless Sunday morning pack-down

🤍 Let us take care of everything so you can enjoy every moment! Message us to learn more about the Your Event Package.

04/11/2024

💃 The ‘Your Style’ Package 💃
Tailored to couples who have most of their wedding planned but need on-the-day support to bring it all together, *stress free*. This package lets you focus on celebrating while we handle the final details.

What’s included:
✨ Initial consultation to explore your style and go over your plans
✨ Venue walkthrough to map out your vision
✨ Attendance at your ceremony rehearsal to help with music, timings and placement
✨ Wedding checklist and timeline management with your vendors, to keep everything is on track
✨ On-the-day coordination, including setup, styling, schedule management, plus coordination of vendors and deliveries

We’ll be by your side to bring your ideas to life, ensuring every detail runs smoothly so you can enjoy each moment.

🩵 Need a helping hand with the final touches? Send us a message to learn more about the "Your Style" package!

02/11/2024

💡 The ‘Your Ideas’ Package 💡
A blend of guidance and flexibility, designed for couples who have a vision but want a little extra help bringing it to life. This package gives you the freedom to make choices, with our support along the way to ensure it all goes smoothly.

What’s included:
✨ An initial consultation meeting to discuss your ideas and style
✨ A venue visit to visualise your setup and discuss layout options
✨ Planning meetings to ensure suppliers are booked, budgets align, and the timeline is on track
✨ Supplier meeting support and regular email/phone updates so you’re always in the loop
✨ A detailed timeline and running schedule for a seamless day
✨ On-the-day coordination with our team, ensuring every detail is handled, from setup to the final farewell

💜 The perfect balance of support and independence. Message us to learn more about the "Your Ideas" package and take the stress out of finalising your wedding planning!

14/05/2024

Our top 5 tips for when you're planning your wedding 💐💍🌟

1. Book your key/fave vendors early
We suggest booking your key vendors 12-18 months out from your wedding date. We’re so lucky to have such a high standard of wedding vendors right here in CQ, and if you want your fave, you have to book them in early.

If you don’t have a favourite, do some research and reach out to vendors to get to know them. You want to make sure you really vibe with your vendors. After all, they’re with you anywhere from 6-12 hours on your wedding day.

2. Get your legal requirements sorted
Make sure your legal requirements are organised and submitted at the right time! Your Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) can be done by your celebrant or yourself, up to 18 months before your wedding. Ensure you have an authorised celebrant or priest booked for your ceremony.

3. Always have a rainy weather backup plan
Always have a rainy weather backup option, regardless of your venue set up. This isn’t just for the ceremony and reception; it extends to photo locations, cake delivery, guest travel, and accommodation arrangements. Being prepared will save you a lot of stress on the day.

4. Create your budget and prioritise
Create your budget, and allow for your non-negotiable items and your negotiable items. The prices associated with a wedding add up very quickly. By having your list of must-haves and maybes, it will help you both stick to a budget and only cut those things that aren’t on your must-have list.

5. Book your wedding planner early
Book your wedding planner!!! We genuinely want to help you have a magical, stress-free day! Plus, there aren’t a heap of us around, so you’ll want to get in early to benefit from our assistance for as long as possible in the planning process.

I’ve had a lot of brides contact me a month or two out in total stress and panic needing help. Don’t put yourself through it! Book early and avoid the stress.

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If you have any key tips or advice, share with us in the comments 💜

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07/05/2024

🌿 Vendor Spotlight: Madelyn Holmes Photographics🌿

I want to take a moment to spotlight someone who has been an incredible partner and friend to Indigo Bunting Events—Maddy of Madelyn Holmes Photographics. 📸

I met Madelyn at one of her earlier weddings when she was photographing my brother's wedding. At that time, Maddy was just starting out with her business, and our professional relationship grew into a strong friendship over the years from that time. Since then, we've collaborated on so many weddings, and every time, her work has been nothing short of stunning.

Madelyn has an incredible talent for capturing those magical moments that make weddings unforgettable. If you've visited my website or social media pages, you've probably seen her beautiful photographs. I love using Maddy's work because she has this unique way of bringing out vibrancy of every moment.

If you're looking for a local photographer who is not only skilled but also a joy to work with, Madelyn Holmes is your person. Check out her website to see more of her amazing work: https://www.madelynhphotographics.com/.

Thanks for being such a wonderful partner, Madds! Here's to many more weddings and events together (with some marketing thrown in too). 💜✨

03/05/2024

🩷 Reintroducing Indigo Bunting Events! 🩷

Oh hey! I'm Ashlee, but you can call me Ash. I'm the one that created Indigo Bunting Events. Wedding coordination and event management are my passion, when I am not working (pretty much) full time as a Marketing Manager.

My journey into event planning started with organising weddings, engagement parties, and baby showers for family and friends. I loved it so much that I decided to turn my passion into a business. Since November 2016, I've been helping people create stress-free and memorable events. There's something incredibly special about being part of events that leave a lasting impact on people's lives, and I genuinely *LOVE* that.

You might wonder where the name "Indigo Bunting" comes from. Great question. It's a nod to a beautiful little bird that migrates through Canada. I spent six months studying and traveling in Canada as I finished my university degree. The Indigo Bunting is a little reminder of that incredible time.

Thanks for joining me on this crazy journey so far. If you're planning a wedding or event, know that I'm here to help make it as smooth and enjoyable as possible. 💜🎆

📸: At a Gabbinbar wedding, where I was a guest (for a change, not planning). xx

02/05/2024

THROWBACK THURSDAY
Today, we're remembering our launch day—November 2016 at the CQ Wedding Expo. It's hard to believe it's been 7 years since we started this small business out of our passion for wedding planning in Central Queensland (CQ).

From the beginning, our mission has been clear: to make wedding days as stress-free as possible. We might not be as visible as the photographers, celebrants, or florists, but we're the ones making sure everything behind the scenes goes off without a hitch.

We hope that when you reflect on your wedding day, you remember how smooth it was—thanks to our team. We take the pressure off you and your loved ones, who would otherwise handle a lot of the day's tasks. By managing the stress, we allow you to truly enjoy your special day with family and friends.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your journey over the past 7 years. We're looking forward to creating more stress-free weddings with you soon! ♥️

02/04/2024

Oh hey 👋🏻

Seems it's been some time between posts... sorry about that!!

We've been a wee bit busy with a toddler and full-time work, plus welcoming another babe to the fam.

We've still done the occasional wedding and event here and there but have not been actively taking bookings these past two years.

We're thinking of opening bookings toward the end of this year, but we will share more details later.

In the meantime, welcome back to those who have been following, a big 'ole hello to our newies and chat to you soon to our fellow vendors.

Big love,
Ash, fam & team x

📸: The Storm and Me

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Rockhampton, QLD

Website

https://www.indigobuntingevents.com.au/contact

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