Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

The story of Sami and Baden isn't necessarily a long one, but it's full of adventure, laughter and an immense amount of love.After a quarter life crisis resulting in a year galavanting around the world, it was the wedding of two dear friends, Nicola &amp; Brandon, that brought Sami to the Sunny Coast.At the same time, Baden was residing on the Gold Coast and was on a journey of professional self-discovery after having retired from rugby for the 4th time.Through the power of technology, a conversation was sparked, only for Sami to be ghosted for 4 days, whilst Baden took to the streets of Tokyo with best buds - Knoxy &amp; Treebs.Upon realising his dire mistake, Baden reignited the conversation while sitting between two elderly Japanese women on the Shinkansen (train).At last, the time had come for the two to meet. Just in time for Baden to break his ass. No, really. 2/3rds of the way down to meeting Baden on the Gold Coast, Sami received a voice message saying 'ahh, just letting you know, I took a pretty hard fall today and I think I've broken my sacrum'. After reassuring her that this was in no way him trying to get out of meeting, the first date was spent mostly standing/hobbling around.Despite the physical impairment, all else proved a success and the next weekend was spent in Brisbane together, and the next in Montville on the Sunny Coast, until finally, Sami had to drive back to Melbourne for yet another dear friend's wedding. After jokingly suggesting that Baden join her on the 19 hour road trip, Sami ended up having to call her mother to let her know she would be coming home with a man and not to be worried.If 19 hours doesn't solidify a relationship, not much else will. Except joining the entire family on a holiday in Perth not even a month later.Three months into an interstate love affair, many plane rides and facetime calls later, Baden successfully convinced Sami that the Queensland life was the place to be.... fact check, Baden vividly recalls Sami's early confession - QLD climate was her kind of climate, so did it take convincing?As was the trend of 2023/24, it was the wedding of Cain &amp; Elise in New Zealand that introduced Sami to the Kerr (Faulkner/Wilkinson) Crew, establishing herself in the 'family photo' for the first time.After 8 months on the GC, it wasn't long before the little abode in Northern Rivers became a reality. It was out the back of this first home that Baden popped out a big, sparkly engagement ring - the reason for being able to share this love story today.

When ya know, ya know. You know? 

Our Story

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Wedding Party

BEFORE THE WEDDING

DAY OF THE WEDDING

AFTER THE WEDDING

Q + A

Accomodation:There are plenty of places to stay throughout the Byron Shire. Below are a few options of all price ranges, but feel free to do your own research. With enough interest, we will run a bus from Byron central to and from Ewingsdale Community Hall on the 30th of August for ease of transport. Please contact Sami or Baden if this is an option you would like.

Near Wategos BeachMake yourself at home in one of the 10 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair

Aloha Byron Bay

Fancy a laid-back holiday? Say hello to Discovery Parks – Byron Bay. Whether it’s splashing about in the waterpark or the ocean's calling, there’s plenty of options to cool off. Prefer to stick to sandcastles? No judgements here. And don't skip the markets—you'll find more than just veggies; you'll find stories. Come test out the Byron Bay lifestyle, you’ll love it.

Discovery Park Byron Bay

Near Belongil BeachMake yourself at home in one of the 202 guestrooms featuring tablet computers and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.With a stay at Elements of Byron in Byron Bay, you'll be on the

Elements of Byron

Near Wategos BeachMake yourself at home in one of the 31 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.With a stay at The Lord Byron in Byron Bay, you'll be 

The Lord Byron

Near Wategos BeachMake yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Flat-screen televisions and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and hair dryers. Conveniences include mi

Samara & Baden

Samara & Baden

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