Event Planners
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Event planners organise weddings, corporate functions, conferences, parties and community events end to end: venues, suppliers, run sheets, budgets and on-the-day coordination. People book them when the event is too big, too important or too time-consuming to manage themselves, or when they only need a professional to step in for final-month coordination.
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List your business, freeHow to choose a good Event Planner
- Event planning is unregulated in Australia, so weigh portfolios, testimonials and how many events of your type and size they have run.
- Confirm they carry public liability insurance; most venues require it from planners and the suppliers they bring in.
- Ask how they charge: flat fee, percentage of budget or hourly, and get every inclusion listed in writing.
- Check whether they take supplier commissions; transparent planners disclose them or rebate them against your fee.
- Read reviews for calm problem-solving on the day, not just pretty photos of the styling.
- Make sure the contract covers postponement, cancellation and wet weather contingencies before paying a deposit.
Questions to ask before you book
- How many events like mine have you delivered, and can I speak to a recent client?
- Exactly what is included in your fee, and what will I still need to manage myself?
- Do you receive commissions from suppliers, and will you work with vendors I have already chosen?
- Who is on site on the day, for how long, and what is your backup if you are unwell?
- How do you handle budget tracking, and what happens if quotes come in over my limit?
What does a event planner cost in Australia?
Full-service wedding planning generally costs $4,000 to $12,000 or 10 to 15 per cent of the total budget, while partial planning runs $2,000 to $5,000 and on-the-day coordination $1,000 to $2,500. Corporate planners often charge $90 to $180 per hour or a project fee of 15 to 20 per cent of event spend. Confirm quotes include GST, whether travel is extra, and how supplier payments flow, since some planners invoice everything and others have you pay vendors directly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a planner, a stylist and a coordinator?
A planner manages the whole project: budget, venue, suppliers, timeline and logistics. A stylist designs the look, florals, furniture and tablescapes. An on-the-day coordinator executes plans you have already made. Many businesses offer all three as separate packages, so be clear about which service you are actually buying.
Do event planners need a licence in Australia?
No licence exists for event planning itself. Related activities are regulated though: alcohol service needs licensed caterers or venue liquor licences, staff serving drinks need RSA certificates, and amusement rides and marquees have their own safety rules. A good planner manages these compliance pieces and carries public liability insurance.
When should I book an event planner?
For weddings, nine to eighteen months out is typical, since popular planners and venues book a year ahead for peak spring and autumn Saturdays. Corporate conferences usually need three to six months. On-the-day coordination can be booked one to three months out, though good coordinators also fill up in peak season.
Is a planner worth it for a small event?
Often, yes, but scaled down. A few hours of consulting, supplier recommendations, or on-the-day coordination from around $1,000 can rescue a small wedding or milestone party without full-service fees. Planners also frequently save part of their fee through trade pricing and by steering you away from expensive mistakes.
How do planners charge, and what should be in the contract?
Expect a deposit of 20 to 50 per cent, staged payments, and a clear scope listing meetings, site visits and on-the-day hours. The contract should cover cancellation and postponement terms, refund treatment of the deposit, supplier commission disclosure and public liability insurance. Read the exclusions as carefully as the inclusions.