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NE Voice: Iwi Te Whau reflects on Anzac Day

National Executive member Iwi Te Whau reflects on what Anzac Day means to him.

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Celebrant business growth: utilising reviews

By Kineta Booker

In today’s digital landscape, glowing reviews and heartfelt testimonials can be some of the most powerful tools in a celebrant’s online toolkit.

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A day in the life of Elaine Spearman

A day in the life of celebrant Elaine Spearman. Read on to learn more!

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Choosing wedding ceremony music

By Anna Flanagan

Music played throughout wedding ceremonies are often chosen because they have special meaning to the couple. Here are some ideas about how I like to incorporate the reasons for the song choices into my ceremony scripts, as well as a few other tips for wedding music!

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Opinion: 'Grieving families deserve highest ethical care'

By Andrew Malcolm

In this opinion piece by Andrew Malcolm, president of the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand, he says that grieving families deserve the highest of ethical care.

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What is a smoke ceremony?

By Anna Flanagan

Smoke Ceremonies (sometimes referred to as saging or smudging) are an ancient practice, to cleanse, create balance and incorporate aroha (love), intention and kōrero (talking).

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Research: 'Kiwis grieve their pets as much as their family members'

By The Grief Centre

It is well-known that Kiwis love their pets, so it is perhaps not surprising that recent research has shown the death of a pet to be as emotionally intense as the death of a family member.

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A pondering: 'The four elements that can make or break your ceremony'

By Jane Godfrey

This blog is equally for couples and families as it is for celebrants, and it culminates in a checklist of things to think about that could make or break your next ceremony.

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Autumn weddings are a great idea

By Kineta Booker

Choosing to get hitched in autumn could be the perfect idea. The season offers a multitude of advantages that make it an ideal time for your big day. Read on to find out why autumn weddings here in New Zealand are such a good choice.

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Reasons to consider marriage counselling before your wedding

By Kineta Booker

When you think about it, marriage really is one of life’s most profound commitments. The journey to lifelong partnership begins with love, but it also requires understanding, communication, and shared goals. 

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The benefits of smaller weddings: why more couples are opting for intimate ceremonies

By Kineta Booker

In recent years, smaller weddings - those with fewer than 30 guests - have grown in popularity. Once seen as an unconventional choice, intimate micro weddings and elopements have become increasingly mainstream, with couples opting for more personal, low-key celebrations.

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Wedding ceremony structure

By Robyn O'Brien

So you have no idea how a wedding ceremony goes? A ceremony can be as individual as you like. You may include other people, pets, rituals and traditions. Your celebrant will work with you to create the perfect unique ceremony for you.

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