The Big Day!

Saint Barnabas Community Church 

Ceremony

"The Bodega"

Reception

The After Party

Our Wedding

Kate and Jason's story began with a digital spark when they first met online on the Zoosk dating app on April 1st, 2016 – aka April Fools' Day. Far from being a joke, this date marked the beginning of a special connection which soon found its way into the real world, as they planned their first in-person date.This first meeting wasn't just any ordinary date though. It was a full-day adventure set against the picturesque backdrop of Hanging Rock in Victoria. While most first dates typically involve a quick catch-up over a cup of coffee to sus each other out, Kate and Jason's first encounter extended into an eight-hour rendezvous. They explored the terrain, shared stories, laughed, and discovered a mutual love for nature. By the end of the day, it seemed clear that their connection was no joke.As the months rolled by, Kate and Jason's bond grew tighter than a pair of skinny jeans after Christmas dinner. Their mutual interests and shared experiences brought them closer, and so they decided to take a significant step in their relationship which saw Jason move into Kate's home in Tyabb, Victoria. To this day, she is still trying to work out how he managed to convince her that was a good idea! And yet here they are.Towards the end of 2017, Kate and Jason began searching for a place that would truly feel like their own and soon found a home that ticked many boxes - close to the beach, mountain view, and far enough away from the hustle and bustle of city life - in a small coastal town called Opossum Bay in Tasmania.Kate and Jason lived there happily with their two dogs, Holly and Prinni, and a bunch of chooks. It was fair to say they were living the good life and settling into the local community. Well, that was until around October 2019, when Kate received a job offer that required them to move back to Victoria. Initially, this move was supposed to be for two years; however, due to various reasons, their stay extended to six years during which time they juggled work and family commitments and even became grandparents!Over these years, Kate and Jason came to understand that a successful union requires good communication, patience, unconditional support for one another, and a healthy dose of eye-rolling. And it's fair to say that they don’t always view the world from the same lens. While Jason enjoys prepping for the end of the world and the zombie apocalypse, Kate maintains a more optimistic outlook, believing in peace, love, and the whimsical possibility of unicorns and the elusive Tasmanian Tiger. Nevertheless, over the last nine years, they have mastered the art of compromise, tolerated each other's uniqueness, and fully supported one another in their various endeavours.Kate and Jason have recently returned to their home in Tasmania, with their three dogs, Prinni, Bella, and Ally (RIP Holly). They hope their home will be a peaceful retreat from the chaos of the world, and they welcome family and friends to visit and add to the fun...as long as they don't stay for too long, of course!As Kate and Jason look forward to celebrating a decade of love and companionship on April Fool’s Day 2026, no doubt they are both also contemplating which one of them truly is the biggest fool.

The Story of Us...

Our Story

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Will they, or won't they? Is it all just a big joke??

Kate and Jason

In case you actually thought this was all a joke...this is the guy who makes it all official. AKA Bob. He'll bring some fun and joy to the day. He's no hard pill to swallow.

Bob Pill

First born and only daughter of the bride. AKA Baby Girl. Creative, intelligent, and occasionally impulsive. Shows true compassion for the underdog but will slay a sheep to survive. A true enigma with a profound desire to make the world a better place.

Taya

Middle child of the bride. AKA the Ginger Ninja. Resourceful, hard-working, and adaptable. Part Viking. Will travel over 2500km just to get to work. He might be an introvert, but he gives a pretty damn good hug.

Lachlan

Last born child of the bride. AKA Buddy. Quirky, humorous, and perceptive. Not afraid to push the boundaries to see how far he can get. Enjoys jumping off high cliffs and finding new ways to test Darwin's theory of evolution.

James

The Best Sister ever and MC extraordinaire. AKA Macca. Hard-working, dependable, and always there for her loved ones. Probably should be there for herself more often. Loves a good swim in the ocean and belting out some tunes to anyone or no-one in particular - not necessarily at the same time as swimming.

Wedding Party

Q + A

Travel

It's fair to say Tasmania is not really a tropical island, but if you are staying in the area for a couple of days, you might like to check out some of the local beaches including South Arm Beach, Hope Beach, Opossum Bay Beach, and Mitchells Beach. The waters at the local beaches are marginally warmer than other parts of Hobart and so the risk of hypothermia is also marginally lower. If you're keen to take in some amazing views, then why not check out the views from the top of Potters Hill? Here you will be rewarded with 360-degree views of South Arm Peninsula, Bruny Island, and Tinderbox Hills. At the summit, you can walk the labyrinth and take a moment to enjoy the serenity and contemplate how and why this is even here. Opossum Bay is the last settlement before you reach the end of the road. It is only about 43 km from the centre of Hobart and takes around 40 minutes to drive to. If you're feeling energetic, then why not take a stroll around the Arm End which is a casual two-hour walk or about a 6km circuit. The rows of social fishing boats on the shoreline of Opossum Bay are telltale signs that this is good fishing territory. But if beachcombing is more your thing, the peninsula has a string of bays, some of which are lined with an eclectic mix of houses, from original weekender shacks to newer, larger mansions, many with stunning views of the Derwent River. If you are looking for other activities to do or sights to see during your stay, which are in or around Hobart, please get in touch with Kate for some ideas!

Kate & Jason

Kate & Jason

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