If you've ever felt overwhelmed by wedding planning, today’s episode is exactly what you need. I chat with the lovely and incredibly down-to-earth Julz from Dream Events - a wedding planner, on-the-day coordinator, and all-round calming presence in the chaos that can be planning a wedding.

Julz brings a wealth of practical experience and heartfelt advice to the table, whether you're just getting started or need support pulling everything together on the day. Her range of services is designed to support couples at any stage of the planning journey - from timeline creation and vendor sourcing to set-up, pack-down, and full planning.

In this episode, we cover:

💜 How Julz got into the wedding industry and built Dream Events from the ground up.

💜 The differences between planning, coordination, styling, and consulting - and what might be right for you.

💜 Common mistakes couples make (and how to avoid them).

💜 Creating a solid wedding day timeline with buffer time and moments for connection.

💜 How to communicate and set boundaries with family when they’re contributing financially.

💜 Trends Julz is seeing this season… think minimal, timeless, and elegant.

💜 Budget-friendly tips for DIY couples and how to find trusted vendors without blowing the bank.

💜 Julz shares wise words about staying grounded, focused on your values, and creating space for you and your partner to enjoy the process (and each other).

...and so much more!

👀 Exclusive for podcast listeners - Julz is kindly offering 10% off any of her services for the next two months. Just mention The Kiwi Wedding Podcast when you get in touch. (Until August 10th 2025).

Find Julz at:

💜 Website: dreamevents.nz

💜 Instagram: @dreamevents_nz