Georgia & Sam’s Minimalist Marquee Wedding at Rocklea Farm

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GEORGIA & SAM

Georgia and Sam have a history that goes way back—all the way to year 7. They officially started dating in year 12 and have been side-by-side ever since. After tackling their first Gold Coast Marathon together, Sam took things to the next level by popping the question at the top lookout of Burleigh Heads National Park.

When it came time to plan the wedding, they knew they wanted something that felt clean and simple. They found their perfect match right here at Rocklea Farm on our 80-acre farm in Stonehaven, just a short 15-minute drive from Geelong.

A Minimalist Vision

The couple was all about a clean and minimalist aesthetic. Our venue served as the perfect backdrop because of its versatile spaces that let couples design their special day, their way. For their January celebration, Georgia and Sam welcomed 120 guests for a beautiful seated marquee wedding.

With the summer sun out, they chose the Garden Marquee for their ceremony. This space is a favorite for minimalist couples because it offers an “outdoor” feel with plenty of natural light while keeping everyone comfortable.

“Our favourite part of the day was standing in front of all our special people at the ceremony looking out and seeing everyone smiling.”

Shared Plates and Standout Dishes

One of the best parts of a Rocklea wedding is the flexible catering. You aren’t stuck with one specific menu; you have the freedom to choose a caterer that fits your budget and style. Georgia and Sam teamed up with Tipsy Colt for both their catering and beverage service. They went with a mix of grazing boxes, canapés, and sit-down shared plates.

The food that really stole the show included:

  • Slow-cooked beef brisket.

  • Crispy chat potatoes.

  • A fresh burrata salad that was “to die for!”

Planning Without the Stress

Even though we are a DIY-friendly venue, we don’t believe you should have to do it all alone. Georgia mentioned feeling supported through every single step of the process. Our team—including owners Dave and Glen—works with you from the very first planning meeting to the final send-off to make sure everything runs exactly as you imagined.

On the day, Jacob Heston was behind the lens capturing every moment , while Evie Social Studio acted as their content creator to ensure those social-ready memories were snapped in real-time.

Georgia’s Words of Wisdom:

Georgia’s best advice for anyone currently in the planning trenches is to stay organised.

             “Writing things down as you think of it and ticking it off one by one really helped us stay organised and not feel overwhelmed.”

LITTLE DETAILS

The Wedding Soundtrack:

Rhys Music handled the acoustic vibes and DJ sets to keep the energy high from the first kiss to the final dance.

  • Walking down the aisle: Truly Madly Deeply – Sidney.

  • Reception entry: Let’s Get Loud – Jennifer Lopez.

  • First dance: I Won’t Let You Go – James Morrison.

Shout Out to the Incredible Vendor Team:
A huge thank you to the talented team of suppliers who helped bring Georgia and Sam’s minimalist vision to life:

  • Photography: Jacob Heston
  • Content Creator: Evie Social Studio
  • Cake: Abby James
  • Decor Hire: Pepper Sprout Hire
  • Catering: Tipsy Colt
  • Beverage Service: Tipsy Colt
  • Florist: The Geelong Flower Farm
  • Entertainment: Rhys Music
  • Celebrant: Christopher Blain Marriage Celebrant
  • End Of Night Transport: ABDA services and hire
  • Venue: Rocklea Farm

Personalised. Unforgettable. Yours. That’s what a Rocklea Farm wedding is all about.

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