Investment & Pricing: 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.
Choose from Three Ceremony Options:
Short & Sweet - $150
a simple, budget-friendly legal ceremony
Perfect for couples who want to " just do the legal stuff" in a relaxed, straightforward way.
What's included:
You, your partner, 2 witnesses and myself ( + up to 10 guests)
a pre-written legal-style script is provided
a simple ceremony focused on the legal requirements
Payment structure:
$100 non-refunable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time
$50 payable one week before the wedding
Optional add-ons
Use of my Mt Eden garden/back deck - $100 (space available for 30mins total) - longer duration and food/drink by negotiation
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Small Personalised Ceremony (10-30 guests)- $250
Ideal for intimate weddings with family and close friends
A warm personalised ceremony that reflects your unique love story. Suitable for home/garden weddings or community venues (beach, park etc)
What's included:
a customised celebrant speech telling your love-journey
flexible format which can include: cultural greetings, karakia/prayer, personal vows, a bible reading.
Payment structure:
$150 non-refunable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time
$100 payable one week before the wedding
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Large Personalised Ceremony (30+ guests)- $500
Perfect for traditional wedding venues and larger celebrations
A fully personalised ceremony crafted to celebrate your love story in front of your family and friends
What's included:
a customised celebrant speech telling your love-journey
flexible format which can include cultural greetings, karakia/prayer, personal vows, bible readings, poems etc
can include any rituals such as hand-fasting, candle lighting etc
unlimted guest numbers
optional pre-wedding meetings (on-line, or at a local cafe)
use of my sound system (microphone and speaker) if your venue does not provide one
Payment structure:
$250 non-refunable booking fee to secure your chosen day/time
$250 payable two weeks before the wedding
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Travel costs:
$1 per km, from Mt Eden to venue, return (usually waived if within 5-10 mins from Mt Eden)
$100 to Waiheke Island (to cover cost of ferry/bus). Further assistance may be required to reach the venue.
Outside of Auckland: Mileage & accommodation costs (if overnight stay required)
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Optional extras:
Rehearsal - $100
MC duties - $400 - I have my own sound system (microphone and speaker) if the venue does not have one.
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If you're unsure which option suits you best, I'm always happy to chat and help you decide. My goal is to make your ceremony meaningful, stress-free and financially manageable.