My philosophy 💝
I firmly believe that your ceremony should feel priceless - not financially stressed! My goal is to provide affordable celebrant services without compromising on quality, care or professionalism.
I am committed to providing affordable celebrancy services for all couples. If your circumstances mean my standard fees feel out of reach then please let me know - I am always open to having a conversation so we can hopefully find an option that works for us both.
Let's chat! 🖥️
Want to check if I might be a good fit for you/have the right vibe? - easy, I am happy to provide a quick videochat via Whatsapp or zoom at no charge. Feel free to email me or Whatsapp me to set this up (see tab for contact details)
Ceremony options - I offer the following 5 options:
short and sweet ($250) ❤️
small personalised ($400) 💖
large personalised ($550) 💝
Ceremony options with small intimate venue included (suitable for up to 10 guests):
short and sweet with venue ($500) 🎀
small personalised with venue ($650) 💗
#1 option: Short & Sweet Ceremony (registry-style) - $250: a simple, budget-friendly legal ceremony
Suitable for up to 10 guests - You, your partner, myself & up to 10 guests (which includes your 2 witnesses)
Perfect for couples who want to " just do the legal stuff" in a relaxed, straightforward way. Informal enough to be held at a restaurant/cafe or in your own home. Ideal for couples who are going to go on to have a cultural wedding at a temple or similar.
Not available on Saturdays in the summer months (unless you opt for an morning ceremony (between 9-11am). This option can only be booked up to 3 months in advance.
A pre-written script (focused on the legal requirements) is used, but it may include an opening prayer/karakia if you wish. I offer a blessing to close.
What's not included:
pre-wedding face-to-face meeting (but don't worry everything can be sorted via email)
personal vows or your personal love story, bible readings/poems etc
Payment structure:
$100 non-refundable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time and then the balance of $150 (and any travel costs) payable one week before the wedding
#2 option: Small Personalised Ceremony - $400: Ideal for intimate weddings with family and close friends
suitable for 10-25 guests
A warm personalised ceremony that reflects your unique love story. Suitable for home/garden weddings or private rooms in restaurants or community venues (beach, park etc)
Includes a customised celebrant speech recounting your love-journey and personal vows.
flexible format which can include: cultural greetings, karakia/prayer, bible readings. poems etc
What's not included:
pre-wedding meeting (but don't worry everything can be sorted via email)
rituals such as ring warming/hand fastening, games to choose witnesses
use of my sound system
Payment structure:
$150 non-refundable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time and then the balance of $250 (and any travel costs) payable one week before the wedding
#3 option: Large Personalised Ceremony - $550 : Perfect for traditional wedding venues and larger celebrations
suitable for 25+ guests - unlimted guest numbers
A fully personalised ceremony crafted to celebrate your love story in front of your family and friends
Includes a pre-wedding meeting (usually at a local cafe, but can be online if preferred)
a detailed customised celebrant speech recounting your love-journey and personal vows.
flexible format which can include cultural greetings, karakia/prayer, bible readings, poems etc
can include any rituals such as hand-fasting, candle lighting, ring warming etc or fun elements such as on-the-spot games to choose the witnesses
Can include the use of my sound system (microphone and speaker) if your venue does not provide one
I am more than happy to lead everyone in a song/hymn of your choice
Payment structure:
$250 non-refundable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time and then the balance of $300 (and any travel costs) payable two weeks before the wedding
#4 option: short and sweet with venue - $500: Perfect for those wanting a simple celebration with an intimate venue.
includes:
use of my Mt Eden garden or covered back deck or lounge (depending on the weather) for a small wedding (elopement/micro-ceremony) for one hour.
Suitable for up to 10 guests - You, your partner, myself & up to 10 guests (which includes your 2 witnesses)
my celebrant services using a pre-written script (focused on the legal requirements), but it may include an opening prayer/karakia if you wish. I offer a blessing to close.
Seating, signing table and simple decorations (flowers, candles etc)
Flute glasses and a bottle of bubbles (prosecco or sparkling grape juice) for a toast afterwards
cake-plates/forks/napkins for couples who choose to bring a wedding cake to cut and eat with their guests
photographers may attend
Payment structure:
$100 non-refundable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time and then the balance of $400 payable one week before the wedding
#5 option: small personalised with venue - $600: Perfect for those wanting a simple celebration with an intimate venue, but prefer more content in the celebrant speech regarding their love journey
Includes same as for option #4 above, but with a customised celebrant speech recounting your love-journey and personal vows.
Payment structure:
$150 non-refundable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time and then the balance of $450 payable one week before the wedding
Travel costs (in addition to celebrant costs) 🚗🚂⛴️✈️
$1 per km, from Mt Eden to venue, return (usually waived if within a short drive from Mt Eden)
$100 to Waiheke Island (to cover cost/time). Further assistance may be required to reach the venue.
Outside of Auckland: transport & accommodation costs (if overnight stay required) costs to be covered.
Optional extras: 🌹
Rehearsal attendance- $100
MC duties (for up to 6 hours) - $600 - I have my own sound system (microphone and speaker) if the venue does not have one.
Combined Celebrant and MC duties - $1000.