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Seven steps for writing a eulogy

As a funeral celebrant, former funeral director, and now out in the community delivering the message about funeral options and affordability, Brent Ruru has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to navigating folk with capturing, weaving and sharing life stories and eulogies. They are the heart of any service or celebration.

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A day in the life of Claire Jones

A day in the life of celebrant Claire Jones. Read on to learn more!

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A day in the life of Debbie Woodfield

A day in the life of celebrant Debbie Woodfield. Read on to learn more!

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Celebrant Kelly Townsend: Circle, Ceremony & Connection – Stepping into my 60s

By Kelly Townsend

What does a celebrant and facilitator who is passionate about transition and ritual do when they’re turning 60?

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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 Knight 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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