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Getting Married
Plan your finances before and after the big day — from wedding budget to combining accounts.
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📊 Key Numbers for This Stage
Average NZ wedding cost
NZ$30,000
Median across venues, catering, photography and celebrant
Marriage tax benefit
Up to NZ$2,800/yr
Combined via Working for Families if applicable
KiwiSaver first home
Both partners can withdraw
If neither has previously owned a home
IRD number update
Required within 14 days
Notify IRD of name change after marriage
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Parental leave, childcare costs and saving for the future