Wedding Celebrant + MC

Your love story,
beautifully told

Whether you know exactly what you want or have no idea where to begin, I make getting there effortless.

Heartfelt · Fun · Perfectly you

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Jane Hawkins smiling
★★★★★

"It felt like having a friend as our celebrant, rather than just another vendor… a wonderful celebrant and a wonderful person."

Andreas · Google review
Hi, I'm Jane
Hi, I'm Jane
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I'm a lover of love.

Your ceremony is the most intimate part of your day, and it's important that it feels just right. I'll work with you to create one that truly captures the essence of the two of you, and we'll refine it together until you feel genuinely proud to hear your story shared with the people you love most.

As an experienced celebrant, musician, voice coach and performer, I'm completely at home in front of a crowd, so you can relax knowing your words (and any nerves) are in good hands.

★★★★★

"It felt like having a friend as our celebrant, rather than just another vendor… a wonderful celebrant and a wonderful person."

Andreas · Google review

If you'd like to share your story, let's chat.

With love, Jane xox

With love, Jane x

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★★★★★

It felt like having a friend as our celebrant, rather than just another vendor… a wonderful celebrant and a wonderful person.

Andreas · Google review
The way I work

Personal

I get to know the two of you, then craft every word around your story, in a tone that feels like you.

Effortless

Bring a clear vision or a blank page. I'll guide every step accordingly and keep track of the details, so you don't have to.

Joyful

Heartfelt and light. You're in safe hands from first chat to first kiss, which leaves us free to have fun along the way.

A hilltop wedding ceremony at Vanderosa Farms, Leigh, guests gathered with sweeping views over Pakiri Beach
Vanderosa Farms, Leigh
What couples have to say
★★★★★

"She truly captured the essence of our love story… she set the perfect tone with her calming presence and beautiful words… We lost count of how many friends and family members told us how amazing she was!"

Tanisha
★★★★★

"She created a ceremony that felt incredibly intimate, personal, and completely tailored to who we are as a couple… Our guests haven't stopped talking about how special the service was."

Roseanne & Steve
★★★★★

"We couldn't have asked for someone more personable, empowering, and joyful on our most important day as a couple… she meshed perfectly with the style and tone we were going for."

Stephen & Julie
★★★★★

"From first contact with Jane, we loved her warmth. She checked in regularly and organised all of the admin seamlessly. The ceremony she crafted was personal and captured our story perfectly… We couldn't have asked for a better celebrant."

Matt
★★★★★

"Jane's bubbly and friendly personality shone through… Jane was the calm we needed as she entered the room before we walked the aisle and let us know we were in safe hands."

Taylor
★★★★★

"From the very first call she took away all the complexity and helped resolve things for us we didn't even know we needed to think about. She's incredibly experienced, well-prepared…"

Joseph
★★★★★

"Jane is a special human… We felt so relaxed going into this special event knowing and trusting that she had everything under control."

Daniel
★★★★★

"Jane was an absolute pleasure to deal with from the first phone call… She made the formalities easy, so we could relax and enjoy the moment together."

Amy
★★★★★

"Jane took the time to truly understand us as a couple… Jane's ability to blend efficiency with warmth made our wedding ceremony unforgettable."

Qiao
★★★★★

"She was friendly and bubbly right from our first conversation and curated an amazing ceremony for us which suited us to a T. Our guests also couldn't stop talking about how good Jane was."

Caleb
Offerings

Two ways to work together

Celebrant

A ceremony created specifically for the two of you.

  • A relaxed get-to-know-you, to hear your ceremony ideals
  • Your ceremony created from scratch, including any extras you might want (readings, rituals, etc.)
  • Any edits required to make sure every word feels right
  • Vow writing & delivery support, should it be of value to you
  • Pre-wedding prep made easy: timely reminders for your marriage licence, rings and vows
  • A final run-through before the big day, so you feel confident
  • Leading your ceremony on the day, and looking after the paperwork afterwards
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Celebrant + MC

Love the way I'd lead your ceremony? I'll carry that same warmth right through your day.

  • Everything in ‘Celebrant’, plus:
  • Keeping your guests informed of important cues and transitions throughout the day
  • Supporting your photographer to gather everyone for a group photo and subsequent smaller group photos
  • Guiding your guests from canapés/cocktail hour into the reception
  • Hosting your reception, from speeches, games and cake cutting through to your first dance
  • One familiar face from ‘I do’ to the dance floor
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FAQs

Good to know

How far in advance should we book?

There's no set rule, but many couples plan well ahead, so popular dates can book up quickly. The earlier you get in touch, the better your chances of securing your date with me. That said, if your wedding is coming up soon, it's always worth asking. Your date might just be free.

Do you travel?

Yes, I do. Being based between Auckland and Nelson means I marry couples all over, from Northland, Auckland, the Waikato and Tauranga to Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.
As travel requirements are different for every wedding, let's discuss what's needed for yours.

What are the legal requirements?

There are two legal elements to every ceremony. First, you each need to say words to the effect of "I (full name) take you (full name) to be my legal wife, husband or partner". Second, you'll need to sign your marriage paperwork (the Copy of Particulars) in front of two witnesses.

I'll talk you through applying for your marriage licence so everything is done correctly, and after your ceremony, I'll send the paperwork off to register your marriage.

Do you bring a microphone?

Yes, I bring my own battery-powered sound system, so we can hold your ceremony almost anywhere, even somewhere without power.

Can friends and family be involved?

Yes, this is a lovely way to have your special people involved. They might do a reading, lead a blessing or ritual (including cultural or traditional ones), share a special talent with a song or performance, or be your witnesses (you'll need two to sign your marriage licence).

Mudbrick, Waiheke
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Let's start with your date

Tell me a little about your plans. I'll check my diary, and then we'll arrange a free, no-obligation chat.

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Jane laughing with Tara and Matt during their ceremony at Mudbrick, Waiheke Island
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