by Johanna Osborne

Amidst the easily accessible Ngauranga junction where all important roads meet, lies the new premises of Hiremaster, Wellington`s much loved event and party hire company. Those from Hutt Valley, Wellington City, Porirua, Wairarapa and Kapiti alike can access these divine showrooms with a short hassle-free drive and ample parking. This Wellington owned and operated company has time and time again proven itself as being innovative and customer focused over 40 years it has been in operation. And this new venue is just one of the many bonus points that will get brides-to-be furiously ticking off their trusty checklists – a one-stop-shop found has been discovered!

A large and exciting new showroom greets visitors, and those requiring inspiration will soon see what amazing transformations can be achieved thanks to the vast array of options, ideas, items and effects on offer inside this “magic cave”.

We chat to Anna Graham, one of the many competent staff members on site, and she proudly tells of her favourite items, and let us tell you, there’s quite a few! “We have over 50 different styles of vases and candle holders, so there is definitely something for everyone. One of the great things is that because we have been operation so long, we have accrued a huge range of equipment that has gone in and out and back into fashion over the years. We have a great range of vintage inspired equipment such as silver cutlery, bone china, silver serving equipment, silver candle holders, birdcages, high tea stands, champagne saucers, vases and table runners in a huge range of colours. The shelves here are like a giant treasure trove!”

With the trend now more than ever being towards creating not only a beautiful wedding, but a unique experience with all the trimmings, amazing atmosphere and finer details galore, Hiremaster has every single base covered. Perhaps one of the most effective touches Hiremaster can offer is lighting. Anna shares; “I am loving all the amazing lights we have! Festoon lights and rice paper lanterns are a must-have at the moment and our customers can’t get enough. We also have new chandeliers, which are a very simple 5 head glass chandelier but produce an amazing effect. It’s just so easy to change the look of a venue with good lighting.” From personal experience we could not agree more, and cannot stress enough how good lighting affects the mood, ambience, photographs and overall energy of the party. Lighting is key!

Of course another one of Hiremaster’s specialities are marquees, and this summer has been a total dream for celebrating within these glorious white tents. “They always look amazing. White roof and wall linings make a marquee look so pretty, and clear walls are also a must so that you don`t miss out on all the scenery around you.”

Those at a loss of how to put together a brilliant wedding “stage” can relax. Hiremaster has been doing it for years, and they do it oh so well. They can create for you a complete venue with flooring, marquee structures, furniture, catering equipment, lighting, heating, crockery, cutlery, glassware, linen, serving equipment, and we kid you not, they even have a kitchen sink! On the flipside, if it’s little or basic that you are after, you are still in the right place. There is no minimum hire and no order is too small. If it’s just 10 glasses or a couple of table cloths that you need, you will still receive the same stellar service. Anna shares; “Half the fun of our showroom is that you are welcome to come in and play around with the table settings, so that you can see what it will look like. We have a huge range of chair covers, sashes, runners and different style of cutlery and glasses so you can work out what you like best for your wedding or event.”

Having worked with Hiremaster countless times, our team at the Wellington Wedding Show can attest to the ‘can do’ attitude, efficiency, work ethic and friendliness of the team. Most of all, the results are truly stunning. And that, ladies and gentlemen, is what you want – the jaws of your guests to drop when they lay eyes on your special setting, on your amazing day! There is nothing like a one-of-a-kind party to suit a one-of-a-kind couple.

As a wedding specialist in her field, we could not resist asking Anna for some final expert tips on what every wedding must have. See what she has to say below…

1. A photographer that you can trust to capture all the moments of the day.

3. A venue and a back-up plan! As lovely as Wellington is on a sunny day, we all know how quickly that can change in the rain. So it’s important to take that into consideration. On the other hand when Wellington does put on a stunner of a day it’s important to have some sun shade for people.

Wellington City Hiremaster Event & Party Ltd.
16 McCormack Place
Ngauranga
Wellington 6035 – New Zealand
Phone: 04 3852000
www.hiremaster.co.nz