The perfect partnership: The Hilltop x 5th Street
After years of extensive renovations, Brent and Kim Robertson stood at The Hilltop, admiring the view while enjoying a celebratory glass of bubbles, and asked the big question: who’s going to do this place justice? The answer was obvious: 5th Street Restaurant. It’s a partnership that makes sense. The Hilltop has the jaw-dropping […]
Top wedding fails
A wedding planner reveals the most common mistakes couples make when planning their big day. I’ve seen it all over the years,” says wedding planner and stylist Suzanne Carson. “Weddings that went off without a hitch and others where, if something could go wrong, it did. The Christchurch earthquakes are a good example. […]
Your stress-less sidekick: On the Day Events
The mission is simple: To make your day flow like Champagne – smooth, sparkling and stress-free. If you’re busy juggling logistics, timelines and vendors, it’s hard to imagine truly enjoying your wedding day. On the Day Events manages the setup, liaises with your vendors, oversees the runsheet, and troubleshoots any issues that could […]
“I knowingly take you”: New Zealand Celebrant Jenni Gibson
Jenni Gibson has been a marriage celebrant for more than 16 years, performing at wedding ceremonies South Island-wide for couples from New Zealand and beyond. “I truly love what I do and believe your wedding day, planned well, should be one of the most enjoyable milestones in your lifetime. No matter what venue […]
European elegance here at home: French Farm Estate
A Mediterranean-inspired wedding venue on the beautiful Banks Peninsula. Nestled on the stunning Banks Peninsula, family-owned French Farm Estate offers a breathtaking backdrop for intimate weddings of up to 130 guests from spring 2026. The venue can accommodate smaller weddings as early as this season. Currently undergoing complete renovation, the main lodge will […]
In the heart of the city: Rose Historic Chapel
One of the few remaining heritage buildings left within the Four Avenues, the Rose Historic Chapel is a unique, central city setting for small, intimate weddings. With a secluded rose garden and beautiful circular stained glass chapel window, the scene is set for unforgettable nuptials. The picturesque Victorian stone building with high ceilings […]
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