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My Tips and Experience on all Life Celebrations and Rituals: Weddings, Funerals, Baby Naming's and More!

How to Change Your Name In NZ After You Are Married

1/21/2025

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Same sex couple in sunset who have just married. Jade Whaley Elopement and Marriage celebrant in New Zealand.
​Your NZ marriage certificate has arrived, but it has your maiden name on it. You want to change your name. What do you do now? How do you change your name?  Read my easy step-by-step guide on what to do next.

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Celebrate Your Love with a Unity Candle Ceremony

11/19/2024

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Unity candle for wedding ideas with jade Whaley NZ marriage celebrant. Bride and groom holding candles.
Your wedding day is a big moment—one that marks the beginning of your life together. Many couples look for ways to make their ceremony meaningful, and one tradition that’s seeing a comeback is the Unity Candle Ceremony

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Adding a Unique Touch to Your Wedding: The Wine Box Ceremony

9/9/2024

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Wedding couple putting vows in winebox ceremony at Mt Cook, NZ
Adding personal touches to your wedding can make it truly special. One unique idea is a Wine Box Ceremony. It's a fun and personal tradition that can make your special day even more memorable. 

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Is It Okay That We Are Gay? Inclusive Wedding Planning + Vendors in NZ

8/2/2024

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Gay couple holding their wedding rings after their elopement ceremony. South Canterbury, New Zealand.
​I'm upfront about my stance on inclusivity because no one should ever have to wonder, "Is it okay that we're gay?" I want every couple, regardless of who they love, to feel comfortable and accepted when they connect with me.

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Handfasting: All You Need To Know. What Is It And How To Do It

7/25/2024

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Handfasting wedding ceremony, all you need to know. Jade Whaley Timaru marriage celebrant in NZ
Weddings are all about celebrating love and unity, and what better way to symbolise that than with a beautiful handfasting ceremony.  But what exactly is 'handfasting' and how do you do it? ​ I will explain all.

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Tree Planting Ceremony For Weddings, Namings + Milestones

1/4/2024

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Wedding couple with their children having a tree planting ceremony in NZ with Jade Whaley Timaru Marriage Celebrant
​The tree-planting ceremony is a ritual rooted in ancient wedding traditions across various cultures. The tree you plant becomes a symbolic representation of the growth within your marriage and living memento. 

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Real Weddings: Emma and Tom Tied The Knot At Trotts! ~ Ashburton

9/13/2023

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Wedding at Trotts Garden in Ashburton. Gorgeous wedding couple with their marriage celebrant and their guests. The picturesque setting featured a stunning wooden geometric arch by a serene pond, making for a gorgeous ceremony backdrop. The label says,
Real Wedding Story. Let's embark on a journey through Emma and Tom's fun and fabulous love story, a real-life rom-com that deserves to be shared.  They tied the knot at Trotts (Trotts Garden at Ashburton)

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The Bouquet Toss: A Fascinating Tradition

8/21/2023

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Wedding guests lifing a man to catch a bridal bouquet. after the bride has tossed it. They are in a hall with fairy lights all around.
Let's delve into the bouquet toss, shall we? What does it mean, and why have it? How can everyone be included? How do you  get an epic photo shot? I will answer all these questions and more. Photo Tegan Clark Photography 

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Matariki: Celebrating the Māori New Year

7/11/2023

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Black night sky with Matariki Star Cluster brightly shining. Celebrate Matariki
Discover the significance of Matariki, the Māori New Year, and its traditions. Unite with whānau and community to celebrate through feasts, storytelling, or remembering  loved ones. Ideas to create your own Matariki traditions.

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Ritual and Reflection: Embracing the Winter Solstice in NZ

6/20/2023

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Group of woman sitting in a soul circle with singing bowls. They have hands on lap and eyes closed as they are meditating.
​Harness into the transformative energy of The Winter Solstice in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Have a cleansing fire ritual to release, enjoy personal reflection, nurture your soul and find solace in rest and reflection.

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    My Celebrant journey began in 2017, and I now have had over 600 beautiful weddings, funerals, naming, MC and special occasion events.

    Through this experience, I have grown, changed, and immersed myself in a life filled with people and their unique stories, which I love.
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    My life purpose is to help people navigate change, love, life and death. 

    I bring professionalism, extensive experience, and qualifications to my role, holding a diploma in Celebrant Studies.

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  • Home
  • About
    • Jade the Celebrant
    • Current Prices
  • Weddings
    • All Wedding Services
    • Celebrant + MC Combo Ultimate $999.
    • Personalised Weddings Designed for You $499
    • Micro Weddings (25 guests) from $299
    • Elopement Weddings (8 guests) from $255
    • Timaru Registry Wedding $90
    • Elopement Packages from $1249
  • Packages
    • Stonebridge Geraldine Elopement | Venue + Celebrant + Photographer from $1599
    • 'Kingsdown Manor Chapel Love' Elopement Celebrant + Photographer + Venue from $1499
    • Morelea Lakeside Tekapo Elopement | Venue + Celebrant + Photographer from $2799
    • Tekapo 'Lakeside Love' Elopement Celebrant + Photographer from $1,849.00
    • Timaru Love Elopement Package Celebrant + Photographer from $1249
    • 'Morelea Lakeside' Celebrant + Venue + Planner from $1799.00 Tekapo Morelea Lakeside
  • End of Life
    • End of Life Services
    • Pre-Written Funeral Ceremony - Your Last Wishes
    • Funerals
    • Memorials
    • The Ceremony
  • Celebrate
    • All Celebration Services
    • Naming | Baby Blessing
    • Vow Renewal in Timaru, South Canterbury + Beyond
  • For You
    • Writing Wedding Vows | Simply Guide
    • Sand Ceremony - All you need to know
    • NEW Wedding Vows + Readings
    • Pets at your Wedding - All you need to know
    • Symbolic Enactments for your Wedding Ceremony
    • Real Weddings
    • Videos of Weddings - Videographer Links
    • Death Cafe South Canterbury
    • Wedding Photographers
  • Blog
  • Reviews
  • Contact