Wedding and Event Services in Wanaka & Central Otago

Girl on the Ground provides on-the-day wedding coordination, wedding catering service and professional wedding bar service in Wanaka and Central Otago. Choose one service or combine them to create a relaxed, seamless wedding day where everything is taken care of.

On-the-Day Coordination

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You’ve planned your wedding — your vibe, your people, your details.
Now you just need someone to step in and make it all feel easy.

That’s where I come in.

At Girl on the Ground, my on-the-day coordination is all about you. No two weddings are the same, so every package is tailored to suit the level of support you need, whether that’s a little extra help or full hands-on management.

This might look like:
• Stepping in before the ceremony
• Finalising setup and styling
• Coordinating suppliers and timelines behind the scenes
• Managing the flow of the day
• Or taking care of everything from start to finish

No pressure. No one-size-fits-all.
Just support that fits you, so you can relax and truly enjoy your day.

  • When I’m your Girl on the Ground, I’m fully invested in your day — your vision and your people.

    I bring years of experience, a calm head, and a hands-on approach to make sure everything runs exactly as it should (and often even better than you imagined).

    My role is simple: to take the stress, the to-do list, and all those “what if” worries off your plate and handle them quietly for you.

    I stay one step ahead — managing the details, solving problems, and keeping everything moving. From timelines and suppliers to last-minute changes and unexpected hiccups, it’s all taken care of.

    I don’t do halfway.
    I care about your wedding like it’s my own.

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Big Fig x Girl on the Ground Catering Collab

The Big Fig catering Collab

If you’re dreaming of incredible food without the stress (or the huge price tag), our Big Fig Collab is the perfect fit.

I work closely with Big Fig to bring their delicious catering straight to your wedding or event, served hot, fresh, and exactly as it should be. Big Fig creates the food, but they don’t offer service… and that’s where I come in.

I’ve partnered with them to streamline the entire process taking care of collection, setup, service, and pack down so you get amazing food and a seamless experience, all in one.

Big Fig is all about bold flavours, generous portions, and incredible value. Their relaxed buffet-style catering creates a beautiful, abundant wedding experience, without the hefty price tag.

If you’d like to elevate things while still keeping costs down, there are plenty of flexible options. Add grazing tables or canapé service, or even provide your own food and I’ll create and style stunning grazing tables for you. Nothing’s too much if you’ve got an idea, we’ll find a way to make it happen.

You can also take it a step further with bar service and on-the-day coordination, bringing everything together into one seamless package.

It’s essentially a one-stop shop for your event, streamlined, stress-free, and designed to work effortlessly.

My clients absolutely rave about it, because it just works.

Bar Service

A well-run bar doesn’t just serve drinks, it sets the tone for your entire wedding or event.

Great drinks, paired with professional, friendly service, can completely transform the atmosphere. It’s not just about what’s being poured, but how it’s delivered, with the right bar etiquette, smooth service, and a team that knows how to read the room and keep things flowing.

That’s where I come in.

Through Girl on the Ground, I offer professional bar services led by a licensed bar manager (me), supported by a fun, experienced team who keep things running seamlessly while creating a relaxed, enjoyable vibe.

  • This isn’t just about pouring beverages, it’s about creating an experience. I work with you ahead of time to understand your vision and tailor the bar service to suit your style, whether that’s laid-back and social or something more elevated.

    On the day, we take care of everything from setup to pack down so you and your guests can simply enjoy.

    • Licensed bar management

    • Friendly, experienced bar staff

    • Full bar and cocktail service

    • Help planning your drinks menu

    • Client-supplies the alcohol (with recommendations on where to source it)

    • Advice on quantities, glassware, and setup

    • Recommendations for trusted local suppliers

  • Not sure what you need or how much to order? I’ll guide you through it all making sure everything feels effortless, well thought out, and completely taken care of.

    Because great service isn’t just about the drinks… it’s how the whole experience feels. 🥂

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