In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Amy Parfett from WedShed to talk about all things weddings — the trends, the must-haves, and how to save without sacrificing the celebration. With the average Aussie wedding now topping $35,000, Amy shares tips on how to set a realistic budget, what’s changing thanks to the rising cost of living, and how to keep your big day true to you. Plus, they chat about how parents can support their kids financially without overstepping or overspending. If you enjoyed this chat, don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode, Gemma and Amy dive into: Wedding trends and how they are changing How to set a realistic wedding budget First weddings vs second (or third) – do people approach them differently? Ways parents can financially support their kids Balancing outside pressure (and opinions) when planning How to stay true to your values and visions Gift giving – what’s expected, and some modern alternatives Resources for this episode Connect with WedShed: Find Your Perfect Wedding Venue | Wedshed Buy the Book: Get Wed by Amy Parfett | The complete guide to planning a wedding with minimum stress and maximum good vibes | 9781761069154 | Booktopia Ask a question (select the Finance podcast): https://bit.ly/R-quest ~~ Show partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: https://bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith View Betashares range of funds: https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Rask resources ~~ All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #finance #asx