Celebrate with Jill

09/04/2025

As a celebrant, one of the most important moments in the ceremony isn't the vows or the kiss (although I love those too!) it's signing the paperwork that turn beautiful promises into an official commitment.

So, to all my future couples + their witnesses, when the pen comes out, follow my lead + sign on the line 🥂

29/03/2025

Meet Alex + Tom… married in the pretty garden setting at the historic Robert Orr House in Lower Hutt.

I loved being part of their celebration - simple, relaxed, sprinkled with good humour - perfectly captured by Wesley Johnson, talented photographer + good company on the day!

22/02/2025

Over the past few months, I’ve had the absolute joy of marrying couples from around Wellington as well as India, England, Ireland, Australia, USA, Malaysia + Canada!

From my home or theirs, gardens + beaches, rolling countryside to an ocean view - every ceremony was personalised + unique, but one thing remained the same… LOVE was at the heart of it all! ❤️✨

No matter where you are in the world, love is what truly brings us together. Thanks to all these special people who chose me to share their wedding day!

18/02/2025

On a damp Wellington day, I wrote a new Blog post on the importance of having a Plan B for a rainy day, should your outdoor wedding need to be moved under cover or indoors.

Weather can be unpredictable, and it's one thing you can't control on your wedding day but you can certainly prepare for it! Having a well-thought-out Plan B ensures your wedding day remains just as magical, rain or shine.Have the conversation earlyOne of the discussions I have with couples planning...

14/01/2025

Meet Matt + Jenna, married in a family garden that timed perfectly with a stunning display of hydrangeas. ‘’You made getting married among one of the easiest things to do, working with us to create an amazing ceremony Thank you again for all your work and effort to make the day so special. We are thrilled.’’ Thanks M+J, it was my pleasure ♥️

18/12/2024

A surprise wedding adds a big WOW factor for your guests! I was all in + loved the rowdiness that erupted when the announcement + subsequent pronouncement were made. Thanks to L+P for trusting me with the secret + sharing their joy with me ♥️

01/12/2024

Tonight’s Christmas Memorial Service, hosted by Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors was a time to be in the community of others to remember special people who have died but remain with us in spirit. Working alongside Mary Death - Funeral Celebrant & the G&H team is always a pleasure.

May the spirit of Christmas - peace, hope & joy - be with us all.

18/11/2024

These words resonate with me at the start of a busy wedding season! It’s a pleasure to journey with all my couples ♥️

10/08/2024

FAMILY was at the heart of this wonderfully happy celebration! On a glorious winter’s afternoon, even the weather joined the party, beautifully captured by

Im grateful for their five 🌟 review…

‘On the day, Jill’s expertise shone brightly. She managed everything seamlessly, allowing us to fully enjoy our special moment without a hitch. Her warmth and efficiency ensured that everything ran smoothly, and we couldn’t have asked for a better celebrant.’

23/05/2024

Cheers to a fabulous round of 23/24 weddings!

I’m grateful to everyone who chose me to be part of their wedding celebration. Each couple, ceremony + love story is unique + I’ve loved being part of it all.

22/03/2024

Feeling pretty happy & relaxed post today’s wedding rehearsal & excited to be part of a very special celebration tomorrow ♥️

26/02/2024

Heading out, well prepared!

I like my clients to know they can trust me to be well prepared for their celebration. Here’s me, doing a final read through of a script, personalised just for them!

09/02/2024

Today’s celebration was a blending of two families + two cultures. With the help of an accomplished translator, everyone understood every word - love is love in every language ♥️

26/01/2024

Two years ago we celebrated Adrienne + Jonna’s marriage - what a fabulous happy day! What made their day extra special was being present as their celebrant AND as mother of the bride ♥️

Happy 2nd anniversary!

23/01/2024

Welcome to my first Blog post for 2024 covering FAQ that prospective couples ask me when we meet. I hope you find this information helpful or share it someone else who may be looking for the right celebrant.

I get asked lots of questions when I meet with couples who are in the market to find the right celebrant. Here's some useful information that I hope may answer your FAQs. FIRST STEPS Contact me to check if I am available for your chosen date. If it's a yes from me, let's make plans to meet., There i...

18/01/2024

The best day ever…

Jason+Nigel’s wedding was filled with some serious moments, interspersed with laugh out loud moments, all perfectly captured by

The thoughtful words of appreciation from these two fine men made my day ♥️

‘’Thank you so, so much, Jill, for everything you have done for us. In reality it may have been a service, but to us, it felt so much more like a favour and embracement.

Our guests really liked our ceremony. We were told, and overheard multiple compliments about how you really made it so light, funny, and easy. And the draft script was only amended by 0.01% - so really, it truly was all you.’’

31/12/2023

CHEERS to what’s been in 2023 + what’s ahead in 2024!