Overview
- Michael Britvan and Valentyna Poltavchenko held a small, semi‑secret ceremony with a limited group of family and close friends in Sydney.
- The event became public when Britvan’s sister accidentally broadcast it on Facebook, prompting the couple’s confirmation post on Instagram.
- They thanked Governor‑General Sam Mostyn for hosting them at her official Sydney residence.
- The pair honored their daughter with the hashtag #BeePositive and wedding rings engraved with a small bee.
- They said a larger celebration will follow, as they continue to emphasize unity and avoid politicization after 10‑year‑old Matilda was the youngest of 15 people killed at the December 14 Chanukah by the Sea attack.