New Zealand law has no requirements for the format of your marriage ceremony, other than that each of you must say to the other, "I ____ take you ____ to be my legal husband (or wife) or words to that effect.

In other words, apart from the signing of the register, the law requires only the saying of a simple vow to make the marriage legal.

Therefore we have a great deal of freedom to work together in making your ceremony a special occasion for you and your partner.

More information is available on The legal requirements of marriage in New Zealand

Unity Candle-lighting ceremony.

The Unity Candle-lighting ceremony is quickly becoming a wedding tradition in many parts of the world and is the perfect way to add a unique aspect to your wedding.

You can read more about Unity Candle-lighting ceremonies at this web page, or contact me for 'sample' ceremonies and assistance in creating your own special ceremony.