Are you ready to save money and lessen your impact when planning your dream day? Planning a wedding doesn’t have to cost you a million dollars – here are 5 golden rules to keep your wedding costs down!

We have always been driven by a singular passion: to craft extraordinary experiences that infuse in the minds of our clients and their guests for years to come. Guided by our unwavering commitment to innovation and creativity, we continue to set new standards in the events industry.

Congratulations! The exhilaration and eagerness to dive into wedding planning are entirely relatable. Having worked with Christchurch wedding clients for over a decade, we understand the excitement and potential overwhelm that comes with it. We've outlined some practical advice below, but always keep in mind that this is YOUR day, only as complicated as you want it, with realistic expectations.

Elevate your celebration with a flawless champagne tower! Get hands-on advice and let the math be our guide as we break down the steps for your picture-perfect wedding centerpiece. From choosing the ideal glass count to the practical pour, we've got the formula for bubbly success. Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to a champagne tower that'll leave your guests in awe! 🥂✨

Planning a wedding is exciting, but let's face it – one of the most challenging aspects is nailing down a realistic and achievable budget. Fear not, we've got you covered! Dive into the details with our Free Wedding Budget and Tracker, the ultimate tool to streamline your wedding planning process.

If you’re anything like us, we love good food and amazing interior design. 

Who doesn’t love a good fit out? These are some of our top restaurants for a great date night that match beautiful aesthetics to good food.

Planning a wedding is tough at times, and the starting point can be a little overwhelming.

Managing your expectations means you can relax into it a little more, and prepare and expect to have some bumps in the road - if you’re prepared for things to happen that are less than ideal then this will affect you and your emotions far less.

Celebrating the New Year is a way of saying goodbye to the old and welcoming the new with family and friends. This moment has always reminded us to be merry, get out of our day-to-day activities, and decide to let go of everything and simply celebrate! And since your New Year’s Eve is intended to be fun and memorable, you should plan the party to make sure everyone will have a great time.

In any event, including weddings and social gatherings - first impressions last. You want to create an atmosphere that doesn’t just look good in pictures, but a comfortable place. When your lounging space has nice, comfy elements, your guests will have a place to talk, socialise, and relax.

Are you planning a wedding? Then you are surely overwhelmed by all the details that are more or less included in the celebration. Even though there is a whole array of customs and elements that you can include - you simply don’t have to. For example, if your budget is limited, there are many ways you can trim the wedding cost.

How do I make a booking? What assistance and services can you help me with?
We describe how you can make a booking, and what happens if you want to make any changes, right up to you picking up and using your booking.

French linen napkins are a crucial element to elevate any place setting, adding practicality and having the power to transform your tablescapes into a luxurious dining experience for you and your guests.

Planning your dream wedding but struggling with the wedding hire budget? We've got your back! The Little Hire Company has put together a guide based on what our awesome clients have booked on average.

Food is one of the things that brings people together and what better time to bring people together than during one of the most important days of your life! When it comes to your wedding day, there are not only a lot of options for wedding catering itself, but also for how that food is served.

If you’re not the type of guy who wears suits regularly but you’re getting married or you’re about to head off to a black-tie event or even to a job interview, you might be feeling a bit anxious about hiring a suit. Fear not, at Munns we know how to make the whole process perfectly painless and even – we’ve been told –quite enjoyable!

Have a question? We have compiled our frequently asked questions here to help you with planning your booking and hire.

Who says you can’t have a powerfully awesome small wedding? Kineta Booker explains what micro weddings are and who should book one.

Small but mighty. A tiny sentence packed with punch. And that’s exactly what you can expect from a micro wedding. Some people call them “intimate”, others “boutique” but micro has a better, more contemporary ring to it so let’s roll with that. So, why on earth would you opt for a micro wedding?

At The Little Hire Company, we’ve been so lucky to frequent Pemberton for nearly 14 years now. In that time, it has had a refurbishment, including making the outdoor space more functional and new beautiful lighting and furniture.

It is a truly stunning Christchurch venue, and the stunning fountain remains one of our favourite features of this beautiful property.