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HOW TO NEGOTIATE PRICES FOR YOUR WEDDING VENUE This is the place to find out how to negotiate prices for your wedding venue. When looking for a wedding venue, don’t be surprised to be quoted some pretty high prices. Not only will you be renting out the space, but you’ll likely be taking advantage of…

WEDDING BAND VS DJ: WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Wedding Band vs DJ: Which is Right for You? Everyone knows that the music definitely makes the wedding reception, so it’s important that you find the right type of music to play on your special day. Some people just love live music, and having a cover…

WEDDING IDEAS TO END ALL WEDDING IDEAS Wedding Ideas to End All Wedding Ideas. Not really interested in the classic white wedding venues? Why not break out of the traditional mold and get creative with the event! You’ll find that the ideas below can be a great way to do something unique and fun with…

CUTTING WEDDING CAKE COSTS Cutting Wedding Cake Costs, The wedding cake is probably one of the most important parts of your wedding. Once you’ve selected the right Melbourne wedding venue and the beautiful bridal gown, the cake is next. Without a good wedding cake, the ceremony just isn’t complete. The downside of wedding cakes is…

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR WEDDING VENUE PART 1 Whether your wedding is a casual affair with sandals and jeans, or a more formal event complete with tuxes and tails, location of the wedding venue is everything. so how to choose for your wedding venue part 1? A cursory internet search will reveal a plethora of…

15 AWESOME WEDDING VENUES 15 Awesome Wedding Venues to choose from. Who says you have to get married in a church, an event hall, or any of the many other traditional wedding venues in Melbourne? Why not look outside the box for a creative, original wedding venue? HERE ARE 15 AWESOME PLACES TO CONSIDER  …

WEDDING PLANNING Wedding planning a big wedding reception in Melbourne can take a lot out of you, even if you’ve got a team of expert wedding planners working around the clock. To make your life easier, here are a few tips for you from our wedding reception planning experts: GET MARRIED IN PUBLIC PLACES Get…

WEDDING FAQS Planning a wedding venue is a huge affair Wedding FAQs, and there are a lot of little details that tend to fall through the cracks. Here are a few questions you need to ask yourself as you plan your wedding, questions that will prevent those details from being forgotten: WEDDING FAQS: HOW WILL…

INTIMATE MELBOURNE WEDDING Are you looking for a Intimate Melbourne Wedding Venue? An intimate Sunday Wedding in Melbourne is what Anton and Adriana wanted for their wedding. Friends, family, and a ceremony on site kept Anton and Adriana’s wedding simple and elegant – or so their guests thought. Elegant indeed…however by choosing to utilise a combination…

WAYS TO SPICE UP RECEPTION VENUES Ways to Spice Up Reception Venues, making a wedding unique can be tough, and you may worry that it has all been done before. Well, we’re here to tell you that you can spice up your wedding and reception venues to make your big day an event no one…

BEAUTIFUL ALTERNATIVES TO THE WEDDING MARCH Sometimes, it’s great to break out of the mould Beautiful Alternatives to the Wedding March and get creative with your wedding! You may want the classic white wedding, complete with tuxedoes, decorated church/function hall, and the traditional wedding ceremony, but why not get creative with the wedding song? HERE…

BEING YOUR OWN WEDDING PLANNER Planning your own wedding can be a good way to save a good deal of money. Wedding reception planners aren’t usually cheap, though they are definitely worth it if your goal is to have a wedding to remember. If, however, you’re trying to get married on a budget, being your…

CHOOSING THE RIGHT WEDDING FLOWERS When choosing Choosing the Right Wedding Flowers for the centrepiece and floral arrangements at your wedding reception, do you give much thought to the meaning of the flowers – or do you just take into account the way the flowers look. You’ll find that different flowers can mean different things,…

WEDDING SUPPLIERS You’re going to need A LOT of Wedding suppliers for all of your wedding needs! For everything from the wedding cake to the dress to the wedding reception venue to the photography, you’ll be hiring a lot of different suppliers for the big day. OUR LIST OF WEDDING SUPPLIERS Here’s a list of…

WEDDING VENDORS REVIEW – JANE AUSTIN WEDDING CELEBRANT If you’re looking for a wedding celebrant who will inject fun and enthusiasm into your wedding ceremony, look no further than Jane Austin. Not only is Jane a wonderful person to have around, but she is highly professional, motivated to help you achieve your happy day and…

AWESOME IDEAS FOR AN AWESOME BRIDAL SHOWER You’ve got the date of the wedding set, the Melbourne wedding venue is booked, the caterers are coming, and things are in motion so now its time to consider some ideas for an awesome bridal shower. All the hard work is out of the way, and all that’s…

WEDDING CUSTOMS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE Weddings are an exciting time for not just the happy couple, but their families and friends read about our wedding customs from around the globe ideas. Traditions vary around the globe and in today’s world, it’s not uncommon for two people with vastly different backgrounds to meet and combine…

WEDDING GIFTS FOR YOUR BRIDE-TO-BE It may not be “the norm” to buy wedding gifts for your bride-to-be on your own wedding day, but why not start off your marriage as an epic husband? Your gift will mean more to her than all of the other gifts piled on the table, as it will be…

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY VENDORS REVIEW- STUDIO 477 Wedding photography is such an important part of your big day! You want to snap hundreds (or even thousands) of pictures to help you remember this important occasion, but you will be busy getting married. So who’s going to take the pictures for you? Your shutterbug friend who owns…

HIRING A WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER Your wedding is one of the biggest, most important days of your life and you won’t regret hiring a wedding videographer! It’s the day that you and that special person tie the knot and unite your lives as one. Why wouldn’t you want to capture every single moment that you can…

WEDDING GIFT IDEAS FOR YOUR GROOM Looking for wedding gift ideas for your groom? Most of the gifts received on your wedding day will be tailored to the bride (yes, all the “home stuff” is stuff you wanted!) and your groom may feel a bit left out. If you want to do something special for…

WEDDING VENDORS REVIEW – WARREN PHOTOGRAPHY It’s important to capture every moment on your special day! If all goes as planned, you will only get married once, so you’ll only have one chance to look stunning in your wedding gown, a handsome, tuxedo-wearing husband on your arm and a beautifully decorated venue. Hiring a wedding…

WEDDING THANK YOU GIFTS FOR YOUR BRIDESMAIDS Your bridesmaids handle so much of the load of planning for the wedding ceremony and reception read about our wedding thank you gifts for your bridesmaids ideas, not only leading up to the event, but on the big day as well. They’re happy to do it, but they…

THE BEST WEDDING CEREMONY VENUES MELBOURNE CAN OFFER Looking for the best wedding ceremony venues Melbourne can offer or a beautiful venue for your wedding ceremony? There are many reception venues to consider, but it’s the ceremony that really matters! Here are some of the best wedding ceremony venues Melbourne has to offer you: ACCA —…

WEDDING VENDORS REVIEW – THE CADDYMAN Wedding transportation is one of those little details that are only VERY important if you forget about it. You’re going to need a car/limo service to transport you from the ceremony venue to the reception venue, as well as to take you to the airport for your honeymoon. If…

HAVE AN EPIC WEDDING DESPITE THE RAIN There are few things worse than rain on your wedding day, read about our how to have an epic wedding despite the rain ideas! Falling rain can ruin your dress, hair and makeup, damage your perfect centrepieces, soak your wedding linens and force you indoors when all you…

10 DETAILS YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER NEEDS Want your wedding photographer to get all the shots just right? There are a lot of details you’ll need to pass on to them to ensure that everything goes smoothly for your wedding ceremony and receptions. HERE ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS THEY’LL NEED TO KNOW WEDDING VENDORS Do…

REAL WEDDINGS: WEDDING RECEPTION FOR MELISSA AND ANTON A lot of brides and grooms talk about wanting a unique wedding. They want their individual styles to shine through but also incorporate their couple style into their special day. Melissa & Anton certainly put their own personal touches on their wedding day, it is one of…

WEDDING PHOTOS – 7 WAYS NOT TO MESS THEM UP You’ve spent a fortune on your wedding Photos – 7 ways not to mess them up, invited all of your family and friends and even hired a professional photographer to take pictures of your wedding reception day – so don’t screw it up! Wedding photos…

WEDDING PLANNING TIPS AND ADVICE THERE ARE SO MANY DETAILS YOU NEED TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT, INCLUDING Floral arrangements  Linenware/tableware  Seating arrangements  Marriage celebrant  Wedding party (groomsmen and bridesmaids)  Catering  Decorations  Wedding music  and so much more! It’s all but impossible to plan a wedding reception to perfection unless you’re a professional with years of…

WEDDING VENDORS REVIEW – KIRK SAMUEL GOODSELL No wedding ceremony is complete without a celebrant to perform the indoor wedding ceremony, and Red Scooter is proud to recommend Kirk Samuel Goodsell as a wedding celebrant you’ll be thrilled to work with! ABOUT KIRK SAMUEL GOODSELL Originally from Perth, Kirk moved to Melbourne in 2007. He…

Tips for Brides-to-be: Are You Forgetting…? Tips for Brides-to-be: Are You Forgetting…? Being a bride is a wonderful thing, but it can also be pretty stressful. The big day comes and it’s time to walk down the aisle at your gorgeous Melbourne wedding venue. Your mind is so focused on the big day itself that…

GOT EXTRA ROOM IN YOUR WEDDING BUDGET? What do you do when you find yourself with a bit of money left over after all of your wedding reception expenses are covered and youve found that youve got extra room in your wedding budget? You could always put that money toward your honeymoon, but why not…

WEDDING VENDORS REVIEW – ICON PHOTOGRAPHY It can be hard to find a wedding photographer you know will do a great job. You may spend a few weeks interviewing different companies to find the right photographer for your wedding ceremony and reception. Even after a few interviews, you still may not know who is right…

MORE TIPS TO SAVE BIG ON YOUR WEDDING Even more tips to save big on your wedding, we’ve already given you a lot of tips on how to save big on your Melbourne wedding venue, catering, dress, cake, and more, but here are even MORE tips on cutting expenses on your big day FIND PUBLIC…

ADD A LITTLE SOMETHING EXTRA TO YOUR WEDDING RECEPTION Who wants to have the “same old” wedding as everyone else add a little something extra to your wedding reception? Sure, you may opt for the classic wedding ceremony (in a church, with the white dress, etc.), but who says everything about your wedding needs to…

THE TOP 10 WEDDING VENUE IDEAS The Top 10 Wedding Venue Ideas, want to take your wedding out of the traditional church setting? It’s time to get creative with your wedding venue, so consider one of the following 10 awesome ideas for venues: BED AND BREAKFAST Why not get married at a little bed and…

WHERE TO LOCATE THE DANCE FLOOR AT YOUR WEDDING RECEPTION When planning your wedding reception, it’s essential to keep your entertainment in mind and where to locate the dance floor at your wedding reception. This means not just the wedding band or DJ, but also the dance floor. After all, it’s not a real wedding…

REAL WEDDINGS: WEDDING RECEPTION FOR SHARON AND STEPHEN For Sharon and Stephen, this wedding was about a celebration of friends and family gathering together in an intimate and beautiful wedding venue setting. Sharon’s heritage is Chinese and Indian, with a rich history of lavish weddings with minimum 400 people. Although her Mum had already planned…

OUTDOOR AREA AT YOUR WEDDING RECEPTION The reception is the part of the wedding that most of your guests are looking forward to, so it’s important that you plan it properly its worth considering the outdoor area at your wedding reception. There are so many things to take into account, and the location is just…

CHOOSE A WEDDING RECEPTION VENUE OUTSIDE THE CBD Melbourne’s Central Business District (CBD) is one of the most beautiful places in the city read about our choose a wedding reception venue outside the CBD ideas below. Not only is it home to the tallest skyscrapers in Melbourne, but you’ll find the tree-lined streets are home…

WEDDING MENU FOOD STATIONS Are you planning your wedding menu, read about our wedding menu food stations and food cart ideas below. It’s important to serve the right kind of food at your wedding reception, as it’s the part a lot of your guests are MOST looking forward to. If you want to class things up…

WEDDING RECEPTION CENTREPIECES How important are Wedding Reception Centrepieces? Well, truth be told, a centrepiece helps to tie all the wedding venues décor together into one cohesive theme. THINK ABOUT IT: YOU’VE GOT SO MANY ELEMENTS OF DECOR, INCUDING… Tablecloths (patterned linen of at least two or three colours)  Floral arrangements around the venue  The…

WHO’S WHO AT SCOOTER? MEET OUR WEDDING COORDINATOR Want to know who’s who at Scooter? Meet Our wedding coordinator, meet Laura Benporath our Wedding Coordinator Extraordinaire!! STAR SIGN Sagittarius FAVOURITE FOOD Italian THINGS THAT MAKE YOU HAPPY Positive energy and making others happy WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT WORK Making client’s dreams come true WHAT…

LOOKING FOR A WEDDING CEREMONY VENUE IN MELBOURNE’S INNER NORTH? If you are looking for a wedding ceremony venue in Melbourne’s inner north? you’ll find that there are many great places to look. Melbourne’s Inner North is home to some amazing venues that are worth considering as your ideal option. HERE ARE SOME WEDDING VENUES TO…

TIPS TO CHOOSE THE BEST WEDDING VENUES MELBOURNE CAN OFFER If you’re shopping for the best wedding venues Melbourne can provide read our tips to choose the best wedding venues Melbourne can offer. It may be hard to know what to look for. After all, you’re in the early stages of your wedding planning process,…

REMEMBER THIS WHEN SEARCHING FOR SUMMER WEDDING VENUES If you’re on the hunt for venues for your summer wedding, there are a few important things to keep in mind read about our remember this when searching for summer wedding venues ideas. Summer in Melbourne can be quite hot and it can have a noticeable effect…

MELBOURNE’S AWESOMELY UNUSUAL WEDDING VENUES Before you can plan your wedding, you have to take the most important step: searching through the many od Melbourne’s awesomely unusual wedding venues has to offer and selecting the right one for you. Instead of considering a boring, traditional venue, why not look into a unique, out-of-the-box venue? We’ve…

WHEN TO BOOK WEDDING VENUES MELBOURNE If you’re looking into one of the many wedding venues Melbourne can offer you, no doubt you’re taking into account the factors you consider to be most important, read about our when to book wedding venues Melbourne ideas. These factors may include the number of guests, the proximity to the…

FACTORING WEDDING VENUES MELBOURNE INTO WEDDING COSTS Your Melbourne wedding venue should ALWAYS be the first thing to book when you are planning your wedding, factoring wedding venues Melbourne into wedding costs. With so many beautiful wedding venues Melbourne can offer, it may be hard to know where you want to get married. Wedding season…

IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO ASK FOR CHOOSING WEDDING RECEPTION When searching for the best wedding reception venues Melbourne can offer you, it’s important that you know what you are looking for read about our important questions to ask for choosing wedding reception. You need to have a guest list drawn up, as that will help you…

HOW TO CUT MELBOURNE WEDDING VENUES COSTS Booking Melbourne wedding venues for your big day will be a big part of your wedding expenses, but there’s no way around it read about our how to cut Melbourne wedding venues costs ideas. It’s essential that you choose the right wedding venue, one that fits the right…

WHEN TO PLAN YOUR DESTINATION WEDDING There are many beautiful wedding reception venues Melbourne can offer, but there’s something about a destination wedding that’s hard to pass up on read about our when to plan your destination wedding ideas below. Getting married in a brand new place makes for a wonderful adventure, and the truth…

WANT A QUICKIE WEDDING? HERE’S WHERE TO GO When looking into the myriad wedding venues Melbourne can offer, don’t you sometimes wish you could just elope, read about our want a quickie wedding? here’s where to go ideas. Spare yourself the headache of a traditional wedding and simply run off for a quickie wedding in…

TIPS TO HELP YOU FIND CHEAP MELBOURNE WEDDING VENUES If you are trying to cut the cost of your wedding, one of the best ways to do so is to find cheaper Melbourne wedding venues and read about our tips to help you find cheap Melbourne wedding venues. You’ll find that the wedding venue is…

WEDDING TIPS YOU’LL NEVER READ IN A BRIDAL MAG Bridal magazines give you all sorts of tips on planning a wedding, searching through Melbourne wedding venues, choosing a wedding cake, and the list goes on read about our wedding tips you’ll never read in a bridal mag. However, these magazines fail to give you some…

25 TIPS TO HELP YOU ENJOY YOUR WEDDING DAY MORE You’ve already done the work of hiring the catering, choosing the Melbourne wedding venue, booking the entertainment, selecting the flower arrangements, and all the rest, read about our 25 tips to help you enjoy your wedding day more. Now the big day is here, and…

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PLANNING A BRIDAL SHOWER A bridal shower is the perfect opportunity for the bride-to-be to kick back and relax, read about what you need to know about planning a bridal shower. After all of the hard work she has done searching through Melbourne wedding venues, trying on dozens of…

DELIGHTFULLY EDIBLE WEDDING FAVOURS Wedding favours are a nice touch to add to your wedding reception, read about our delightfully edible wedding favours and they’re something most people will appreciate. There’s nothing better than leaving the Melbourne wedding venue with a snazzy tote bag in hand! BUT WHAT CAN YOU GIVE YOUR GUESTS AS WEDDING…

GREAT GAMES TO PLAY AT YOUR BRIDAL SHOWER A bridal shower is the perfect prelude to your wedding, a celebration of your final days as a single woman read about our great games to play at your bridal shower ideas. If your wedding is already planned–including catering, the Melbourne wedding venue, the entertainment, etc.–it’s time…