How much does a wedding planner cost in Australia?

Full planning typically costs A$5,000–A$12,000, partial planning A$2,500–A$5,000, and on-the-day coordination A$1,200–A$2,500. Luxury planners charge 10–15% of total spend.

What is the difference between a wedding planner and a stylist in Australia?

A planner manages budget, suppliers, contracts and logistics. A stylist designs and installs the look — florals, furniture, table settings. Many Australian studios sell both, but they are separately priced.

Do Australian wedding planners charge GST?

Yes, any planner registered for GST adds 10%. Always confirm whether a quoted fee is GST inclusive before you sign.

Cost guide · 2026 · AUD

Wedding planner cost in Australia

What Australian wedding planners charge in 2026 — package fees in AUD, how GST and styling are quoted, and how the numbers shift between Sydney, Melbourne and regional weddings.

The 60-second answer

Australian wedding planners charge A$1,200–A$2,500 for on-the-day coordination, A$2,500–A$5,000 for partial planning and A$5,000–A$12,000 for full planning. Expect GST on top unless the quote says otherwise, and 10–15% of total spend for luxury or multi-day weddings.

Planner fees by service level (AUD)

Service	Typical fee	What it covers
On-the-day coordination	A$1,200–A$2,500	Final month, run sheet, bump-in and bump-out, supplier wrangling.
Partial planning	A$2,500–A$5,000	Supplier sourcing, budget tracking, contract review from six months out.
Full planning	A$5,000–A$12,000	Everything from engagement to bump-out, including design direction.
Styling & design only	A$2,000–A$8,000	Concept, floor plan, florals and hire coordination, install on the day.
Luxury / percentage model	10–15% of budget	Marquee builds, private property weddings, interstate guests.
Hourly consulting	A$110–A$180 / hour	Contract checks, timeline reviews, one-off advice.

What drives the fee up in Australia

Dry-hire and private property. A paddock wedding needs generators, toilets, marquee, kitchen — a much bigger coordination job than a hotel ballroom.
Regional travel. Byron, the Hunter, Margaret River and Tasmania weddings add travel and accommodation to the planner's fee.
Interstate guests. Multi-day programmes and welcome events add 25–40%.
Peak season. October–March Saturdays carry premium pricing across the whole supplier chain.

Questions to ask before you book

Is your quote GST inclusive, and what is the deposit schedule?
Is styling and hire coordination included, or an add-on?
Do you take commission from suppliers you recommend?
Do you carry public liability insurance — and will our venue need the certificate?
Who covers the day if you are unwell?

For planners: price your own packages properly

Australian planners routinely undercharge on-the-day coordination by half. Time one full season, then rebuild your tiers from your real hours plus overheads. Start with our planner fee calculator and the pricing model in how to price wedding planning services.

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