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The Kiwi Wedding Podcast

The Kiwi Wedding Podcast

Written by: Lydia Rachel
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 A podcast for New Zealand brides and grooms to hear first-hand wedding stories, tips from vendors, and wedding planning advice. Created by Auckland Wedding Photographer Lydia Rachel @lydiarachelphotoLydia Rachel Relationships Social Sciences
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  • BONUS: TKWP Live 2025 Event with Guests Kate Solley, Trish Peng & Astrid Braid

    BONUS: TKWP Live 2025 Event with Guests Kate Solley, Trish Peng & Astrid Braid
    Jan 11 2026
    Surprise! Popping into your feeds today with a bonus episode, a recording from our live in-person event back in August 2025.This includes my conversations with makeup artist Kate Solley, bridal designer Trish Peng and wedding planner Astrid from PS. I Love You and Forever Starts Now. Also, some of the Q&A we had with all of them.I hope this episode gives you a taste of what a TKWP live event is like, and I look forward to planning more in 2026.Follow the Podcast: @thekiwiweddingpodcastFollow Lydia: @lydiarachelphotoENTER the giveaway: https://lydiarachel.com/wedding-giveawayListen to Kate’s full episode here, episode 105.See photos from the event HERE. Huge thank you to all our event sponsors and supporting vendors. I could not have pulled off this event without you!Venue - @tada.creativesFlorals - @wildly.madly.deeplyCake/treats - @ignatura.nzTogether Journal - @togetherjournalCandles - @thesandcandlesnzChampagne Towers - @champagnetowers_nzUncommon Wines - @wearetheuncommon_nzElta Ego - @elta_egoDaeli Electrolytes - @drinkdaeliBetty Bars - @goodbettycoThe Revelry - @therevelry_Dermalogica - @dermalogicanzSkintopia - @skintopianzThe Facialist - @thefacialist_Nomu - @nomumatcha_Blak Bridesmaids - @blakbridesmaidsNuzest - @nuzestRadix - @radixnutritionMelitta - @melittaskinSkinsmiths - @caci_nz @skinsmithsSlay My Day - @slaymyday.nzPhotographer - @brijanacatoweddings Content - @your.momentsnzTrish Peng - @trishpeng @trish.pengKate Solley - @katesolleymakeupAstrid Braid - @psiloveyoueventsnz & @foreverstartsnow_Linen - @tble__linen__hire
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    52 mins
  • BONUS: Win Your Wedding Photography - GIVEAWAY

    BONUS: Win Your Wedding Photography - GIVEAWAY
    Dec 31 2025

    This week, I’m popping into your feed with a little bonus episode to share something very special I’ve been planning.


    To celebrate summer and over a decade of photographing weddings, I’m giving one couple the chance to win their full wedding photography package with me, Lydia Rachel Photography.


    ENTER HERE


    This is something I’ve never done before, and I’m so excited to finally share all the details with you.


    💜 We chat about:

    • What’s included in the wedding photography giveaway
    • Who this giveaway is perfect for (and a few important eligibility details)
    • How and where to enter
    • Key dates, including when entries close and when the winner will be announced


    If you’re recently engaged, in the early stages of planning, or know someone who would love this, make sure you listen in and head to the entry form.


    ENTER HERE


    Follow:@lydiarachelphoto@thekiwiweddingpodcast


    Keep an eye on Instagram for updates, reminders, and the winner announcement.
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    4 mins
  • 126. Mangawhai Wedding with Bride Caren Freeman

    126. Mangawhai Wedding with Bride Caren Freeman
    Dec 15 2025
    This week, I’m joined by Caren, who shares her full wedding journey, from how she and her husband first met, right through to their summer wedding in Mangawhai earlier this yearWe chat about:💜 A pre-dating apps meet-cute, and finding their way back to each other over the years💜 A low-key, intimate proposal at home and being engaged through some huge life milestones💜 Planning a wedding on family property in Mangawhai and what that really involves behind the scenes💜 Choosing what to prioritise in their budget, and what they’d absolutely invest in again💜 Working with a wedding planner and why it made the whole experience so much more enjoyable💜 Personal touches throughout the day, from music and cocktails to handmade pottery guest favours💜 Including their children in the ceremony and navigating the day as parents…and so much more!Let me know what you think of this episode!You can check out photos from Caren and Matiu’s wedding over on Instagram - and make sure you are following ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast ⁠Follow Lydia ⁠@lydiarachelphoto⁠ Find all C & M’s amazing vendors:Photographer: @jonnyscottphoto Content Curator: @contentbycurateWedding Planner: @withlove.weddingsandevents Celebrant: @withlove.weddingsandevents Dress: @trishpeng Suit: @t.beggtailoring Jewellery: @thediamondshop Hair: @hareandhunter Makeup: @katesolleymakeup Florals: @wildly.madly.deeply Catering: @whiskcateringnz Caker: @thecakeconz_Musicians: @goldmansax_ @stanbicknell Marquee, Furniture & Tableware: @willowlane_eventsLinen: @tble__linen__hireStationery & Signage: @thesignerynzAV: @techqnzCeramic Side Plates: @oops_collectiveAlso featured on Together Journal
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    37 mins
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