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Coal Coast Magazine

finds for you – issue 27

From expert finance solutions and breathtaking photography to holistic women’s wellness and unforgettable micro weddings, this season’s Finds For You showcases four Illawarra businesses bringing skill, passion and creativity to the South Coast.

Five Islands Finance

Five Islands Finance offers expert finance solutions tailored to your unique requirements. Whether your transaction is a simple refinance or a complex business transaction, we make the finance process simple and stress-free.

Avalon Punch

0422 492 732

avalon@fiveislandsfinance.com.au

fiveislandsfinance.com.au

@fiveislandsfinance (instagram), Five Islands Finance (facebook)

Chanae Elyse Photography

Chanae Elyse is a passionate photographer specialising in lifestyle, nature and underwater imagery, and captures authentic moments during portrait and couples’ sessions, reflecting the natural essence of her subjects. 

Fine Art | Aluminium Prints | Portraits | Couples 

Chanae Elyse

0411 679 396

info@chanaeelyse.com.au 

chanaeelyse.com.au 

@chanaeelysephotography & @chanaeelyse_artgallery

From The Heart Women’s Services

Supporting women through massage, reiki and mentorship, Liz offers holistic support for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Guided by her own journey, intuition and passion for women’s health and vitality.

Elizabeth Mastroianni

Located in Port Kembla

0432 406 073

fromtheheartwomensservices@outlook.com

@fromtheheart.womensservices

Mention Coal Coast Mag for $11 off any treatment!

The Wedding Hour Collective

Specialising in intimate, breathtakingly beautiful micro weddings and elopements, enjoy a seamless, stress-free experience that’s both stylish and affordable. The signature Luxe Micro Wedding Package includes everything you need: venue, celebrant, photography, styling, event coordination plus unforgettable touches that make it feel effortlessly luxe. 

Micro Weddings | Pop Up Legals | Custom Bespoke

 

Celebrant Lauren Kayle and stylist Zoe Armstrong

info@theweddinghourcollective.com.au

0413 066 090

www.theweddinghourcollective.com.au

@theweddinghourcollective

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