With wedding Celebrant Annie

Lloyd-Lewis

Coming in the top 10 of the Whitsundays and Mackay Wedding Industry Awards came as a complete surprise to local celebrant, Annie Lloyd-Lewis.

Having worked in the industry for 15 years, this former school teacher fills her time with weddings and says it is a delight to be marrying some of her students these days.

Famed for its professionalism and child-centred approach to babysitting, it is no wonder that Airlie Beach Babysitting By Danielle took out the top gong in the Wedding Services Category at the Whitsundays and Mackay Wedding Industry Awards last week.

Servicing the Whitsundays child-care needs for over 13 years, Airlie Beach Babysitting By Danielle can babysit almost any size of group and for any occasion.

“We are really flexible and can tailor make our packages and activities around you,” said Director Danielle Shea.

“We can look after almost any size group and can come to one of the local wedding venues or any of the local hotels and resorts.”

Danielle has between 15 and 20 babysitters available, and each holds a BlueCard and first aid certificate, and are either a qualified childcare worker or have a teaching degree.

The easy-to-use website booking system allows guests to browse the choice of babysitters and read short profiles on each so you can find the best fit for your family.

Danielle says she is thrilled to win the recent award and that she enjoys being the exclusive babysitting provider to the majority of local wedding venues.

“It’s really good to be part of the Whitsundays Wedding industry,” she said.

“I love working alongside everyone and it is very nice to be recognised.”

Each booking is unique for Danielle and her team, and they always bring a range of activities to keep your little ones happy and entertained while you enjoy some well-earnt time with other adults.

“I get a certain percentage of couples that are former students,” said Annie. “And I think that one of the best things about weddings are the relationships, whether that be between the bride and groom, between myself and the couple or between the family you get to know.”

At the heart of Annie’s service is the personal touch that makes each wedding unique.

Whether you’re eloping or inviting everyone you know, Annie will personally curate your perfect wedding ceremony, from the choice of wording, style of ceremony and everything in between.

Local couple, Jessica and Chris, married last month and wrote to Annie afterwards.

“You really are one of a kind just like everybody says,” they said.

“Also thank you for the lovely photos. They were so good we were able to use them as our first look on social media.”

As a Whitsundays local Annie is also able to recommend the best suppliers in town that will suit your needs.

When asked about being named in the top 10, Annie said it was an “absolute thrill and a very pleasant surprise to have been recognised.”

“It’s not what you ever set out to do but this is like cream to the pavlova!” she said.