Phillip Island Wedding Planning & Venue Insights
Not Your Nan's Wedding Blog
We spill the tea (and sometimes the champagne).
This blog is where we share what it’s really like planning a wedding on Phillip Island. You’ll find practical advice from hosting weddings here year-round, spotlights on local vendors we know and trust, and the occasional opinion piece when something feels worth saying. Some posts are purely helpful, others are there to spark ideas or challenge the cookie-cutter approach to weddings. Everything is written with Phillip Island weddings in mind. The seasons, the travel, the logistics, and the people who make it work. If you’re planning, shortlisting, or fine-tuning, this is where we share what we’ve learned.
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The Melbourne Couple's Guide to Choosing a Winter Wedding Venue
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Ditch the Cookie-Cutter Bling: 7 Aussie Jewellers Who Actually Get Your Wedding Vibe
Why You Should Book Your 2026 Wedding at The Shearing Shed (Before Someone Beats You To It)
Vendor Spotlight: The Times - The Duo That Brings the Dance Floor to Life
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Vendor Spotlight: Michael Briggs Photography – Hype, Heart & Bloody Good Photos
Vendor Spotlight: Music With Memories – The DJ Who Brings the Party
Vendor Spotlight: The Photo Booth Girl & The Event Hire Girl: Fun, Props & Party Fuel
The Best Party Songs for your Wedding Reception
Wedding Planning Through the Eyes of a Bride