Nate Dunn - Wedding Celebrant

31/12/2023

2023 was my busiest year ever with me officiating for 130 couples... My biggest congrats to all of them, thanks again for choosing me.

Below is just a small selection of some of the happiness 🥳

06/12/2023

Rachael and Adam

Photographer: Hart Photography

27/11/2023

Rhi and Cam

Photographer: Le Roex Media Weddings

22/11/2023

Judy and Nick

Photographer: Jonny Scott Photo

21/11/2023

Renee and Darren

Photographer: Jonny Scott Photo

13/11/2023

Yesterday I was back on Waiheke Island, and had the best time being the celebrant (and reception MC) for Mariah and Teina.

Meeting back in 2010, this lovely couple had to do their relationship long distance, as Teina was in Auckland and Mariah down at The Mount. Their proposal was at the Michael Savage Memorial Park, 10 years after their first date there.

A beautiful day, with lots of amazing speeches, songs and cultural performances. Definitely one of the most fun times I've ever had, and I can't believe I get to do this as a job!

11/11/2023

What a way to spend a Friday! Yesterday I got to marry Emma and Taylor in front of their family and friends, out at the Hunting Lodge - the weather was absolutely perfect.

Meeting through mutual friends, they kept bumping into each other at various parties and events. They were friends for a few years, and a trip to another mate's house helped them become official.

Such a fun day, and my first visit back to the Hunting Lodge in a few months. Such a great couple to work alongside, and I know they were partying it up well into the late hours.

08/11/2023

So much fun writing their story.. my biggest congrats again to Neesha and Kawhina.

06/11/2023

Bring on this beautiful, sunny weather for the upcoming season 🍻

27/10/2023

23/10/2023

Yesterday I had a ridiculously good time officiating at the wedding, and also the reception MC for Neesha and Kawhina.

Meeting back in 2011 while they were just teenagers, even a cancelled bus didn't stop this lovely couple from their first date. Their proposal in Thailand just a few years ago started off their engagement.

My first time out at Dellrian Gardens, such a cool spot out of the way. Thankfully the weather held out for such a good day with their family and friends.

21/10/2023

After taking 3.5 weeks off for an overseas holiday, what a way to get back into the season, by officiating at the wedding of Shayleen and Krish.

Proposing in Fiji last year on his birthday, Krish worked it all out with the resort they were staying at, to make sure it was the perfect overseas proposal.

I was lucky enough to stay with Krish and his groomsmen the night before, enjoying a BBQ and a few beersies. Definitely a fun bunch of family and friends, and such an amazing way to get back into the swing of things.
.. also snapped a sneaky selfie with the bridesmaids :D

06/10/2023

What an amazing way to start a reception than with a belly dancer, in a Zaffa (popular in Egyptian culture). Definitely the way to kick of a fun evening.

Congrats again to Shereen and Andre..

Aida Oryantal

03/10/2023

Happy Tuesday... gotta get in that bridal party and photographers selfie!

Congrats again to Shereen and Andre

29/09/2023

Happy Friday! What a way to not only end the week, but also an amazing wedding and reception, but with a cheeky shot of tequila.

My congrats again to Shereen and Andre from the past weekend.

25/09/2023

This past weekend, I had the absolute pleasure of officiating, and reception M.C., for Shereen and Andre.

Shereen, from the USA, and Andre, from Waiheke Island met in Barcelona at a private party for the crew off a cruise ship. After meeting and chatting for a few hours, thankfully they exchanged txt a few months later, and became a couple. Eight years later, thousands of miles, and they finally were getting married.

Such a fun mix of Americans, Aussies and Kiwis, who were an absolute blast to be around. So good to be back on Waiheke, and a brilliant way to spend a weekend.

17/09/2023

Yesterday not only did I have the honour of officiating for Paris & Boxi (and reception MC), but it was my 100th wedding officiated for 2023!

Meeting back in primary/intermediate school, this lovely couple had their first date at just 13 years old. For their engagement, since they are both big fans of Netflix, Boxi created a full Netflix style video, of all their favourite memories, finishing with the best line ever: "Thank you for all the great memories, let's create another."

So good to be back at the Glasshouse, for not only a fun wedding, but also a great reception, with yum food, lots of memories with the speeches, and a nice chance to boogie at the end.

30/08/2023

It was abit tricky to get Laura's brother Rhys to crack a big smile while walking his sister down the aisle, but a few helpful tips at the rehearsal, and some banter pre-ceremony helped our photographer Belle get this absolute cracker shot.

Love it!

27/08/2023

Yesterday was the first wedding of my 2023/2024 season and what a way to start! I had the pleasure of officiating and being the reception MC for Laura and Jack (I met them as guests at Steph & Dani's wedding back in January).

Laura's cousin Cheyney set them up, and after an unsuccessful hunt on Tinder, trying to match each other, Cheyney decided to be more upfront and just sent Jack Laura's number. A proposal in Santorini set this lovely couple on their way to getting married.

Such a good bunch of friends and family, everyone in such an upbeat mood, one of my favourite weddings to take. A brilliant start to my season, really looking forward to the rest of the weddings over these next few months.

SO GOOD TO BE BACK!!

21/08/2023

New profile picture... thanks to Ethan Lowry Photography for the snap.

03/08/2023

The wedding processional is such an important time. It was critical that Alana and Keith (her dad) not only paused in the right spots, so Keryn (the photographer) can get all those memorable shots, but also they need to be comfortable and relaxed, so their faces, the way they walk, the way they interact, they have those big smiles on the day and they both enjoy the moment.

Great shot of Keith greeting Tap, our groom too.

I love helping and coaching my couples on the day (and during the rehearsal); I give them lots of tips and tricks, so not only do we get those amazing photos, but also, most importantly, they fully enjoy the day.

What do I do exactly to achieve all this? You'll have to pick me as your celebrant to find out.

Venue was Mantells.
Photography by Keryn Sweeney Weddings .

31/07/2023

Happy Monday!

Why do I have my phone, Spotify open and a Bluetooth speaker?

I like to hype up my bridal party pre ceremony, make sure we're all in the right mood to have the most fun day ever. How do I do this? You'll need to pick me as your celebrant to find out... 😄

Photo by Ciara Mulligan Visuals

23/07/2023

Vows! No need to be nervous about writing your own, personal, heart felt vows to each other. I send you examples, I will help you as much as you need, plus I make sure both of your vows are about the same length, so there's no awkwardness on the day.

I love seeing the surprise/smiles/tears when couples tell each other much they really feel.

You won't forget them on the day either, as I have them on my tablet. All you need to do is hold hands, and read. If we need to pause for a tissue break, we can stop as many times as you need.

My most favourite part of every ceremony I officiate.

Photos by Ciara Mulligan Visuals

20/07/2023

Weddings are stressful. Months of preparation and planning all come to a crescendo on your big day.

I see emotions bubble up at various times during the ceremony. Our groom Ben is seeing his beautiful bride Bree for the first time, and it's my job to be the mate he needs to help him through this (I do like how Watto, the best man, is loving it 😂)

I don't enjoy couples experiencing stress and anxiety, however, with 250+ weddings officiated in my career, I am very, very good at minimising it, and helping you have the most fun day ever. I tell my couples all they need to do is smile and listen; I will direct the ceremony, and make sure they're doing the right things at the right times.

Plus I have tissues, So many tissues, more tissues than you'll ever need...

18/07/2023

Creating once in a lifetime moments like this, is why I absolutely adore being a celebrant.

My congrats again to Bree and Ben for having me.

Venue was The Officers Mess at Fort Takapuna. Photo by Ciara Mulligan Visuals.

14/07/2023

Photography by Ciara Mulligan Visuals

09/07/2023

A bit of a different view than my typical weddings!

Here's the view on the Picton to Wellington ferry. I'm driving home to Auckland after enjoying two and a half weeks in the south island on holiday.

25/06/2023

After a nice, chilled, seven week break, yesterday I had the privilege of being the celebrant and reception M.C. for Bahar and Ryan.

Meeting back in 2018 through work, it took Ryan a few goes to ask Bahar out, and from there they've been on adventures all of NZ, enjoying hiking, beaches and just travelling.

Such a fun mix of NZ and Persian cultures, some great speeches, and a really good bunch of family and friends. Also got to keep my name tag which has my name in Farsi! So cool!

Mubarak!