Celebrant on the Coast - Murray Weir

01/12/2024

For couples applying for wedding licenses , here are the holiday dates of closure of the Birth Deaths and Marriages office over the Xmas and New Year for 2024/25 Breaks.
Closedown over Christmas and New Year
Our last full working day is Friday 20 December 2024.
On 23-24 December 2024 and 3 January 2005, we will operate with reduced staff in order to continue processing marriages and civil unions.
We will re-open on Monday 6 January 2025.
To all who I have had the privilege of working with , I wish you a very Merry Christmas and all the very best for the New Year.
Arohanui
Murray
Celebrant on the Coast

28/11/2024

We gathered again under the shadow of Mt Taranaki to farewell another Rahotu local who was born and bred in this rural village. Foxy Morgan was a calm quiet character with a love of farming and a passion for bowls and gardening. His Life Ceremony took place where Foxy played rugby well into his forties, the Coastal Rugby Club formerly Rahotu.
His family was a very big part of this gentleman’s life and was very much loved by them all.
A large turnout was in attendance to pay their respects to Foxy and to support his loving wife , Ruth and their three grown children Zak Dena and Nikki and to offer their condolences.
I wish Foxy’s family and friends all the very best going forward and thank them for inviting me to support them as their celebrant. It was an privilege to officiate for them
Kiakaha
Arohanui
Celebrant on the Coast

15/11/2024

I travelled to Mount Maunganui to officiate for a young couple who said their vows witnessed by their children, family members and friends. They are a very close loving couple with an awesome group of six off spring between them. The ceremony was held at the superb home of the bride groom’s parents. Coupled with stunning views on a magnificent day just added to this glittering occasion. It was a privilege to be part of the celebration and I thank Hayley and Jos for invitation and opportunity to be their celebrant. I wish them all the very best going forward together with their wonderful young family.
Kia kaha
Arohanui
Muzza
Celebrant on the Coast ❤️❤️🙏

05/11/2024

It was with laughter, tears and respect that we gathered to say farewell to one of New Plymouth’s most prominent architects, muscian, golfer, inventor, tutor and family man. Carried into his Life Ceremony to a piece of music written and recorded by this gentleman, was a fitting touch, adding to the many attributes and accolades that his son and close associates spoke about during the ceremony.
Mr Brian Chong was from a very historical Taranaki family and the stories told were exceptional, about a man of many talents
To his loving wife Margaret of over 63 years his daughters Gillian, Andrea and son Murray and all of his grandchildren and extended families, I wish you my sincere condolences and all the very best going forward. My thanks to you - it has been an honour to be your Celebrant.
Regards
Murray Weir
Celebrant on the Coast 🙏

24/10/2024

We farewelled a family friend and Levin local earlier this month. The respect he received in many circles, both here and around the globe, was evident by the large numbers who turned out from around NZ, overseas and attended online. Gary was a very astute businessman from an early age, and travelled extensively throughput NZ and Asia both for business and holidays, with partner Rebecca. An avid classic car and hot rod enthusiast, it was awesome to see members and friends turn out with their classic vehicles, to pay homage to this popular gentleman.
Gary will be remembered for many aspects in his life, but one that stood out for me, was his charitable nature. He enjoyed being with people from all walks of life and to able to give back to many in need. Be it providing a feed and a bed to a stranded traveller, or providing the resources (and himself) for re-forestation programmes, in a region he loved to visit, Asia. His laughter, banter, positivity and love of life will be sorely missed
To his son Phil, loving partner Rebecca, grand daughter Elisa and close friend Patricia and all of your respective families, my sincere best wishes and condolences going forward. I thank you for the opportunity and honour of officiating for you all and for Gary. RIP Gary
((Photos to come)

21/10/2024

We recently farewelled a well known gentleman, avid bowler and retired farmer. On a day that sent tears of rain we said our good byes to Buster. His son and a daughter said beautiful words about their much loved dad. His community and friends turned out in force at this graveside farewell. Then all retired to his favourite office, the local bowling club, to remember and tell those untold stories about this local character, and personality.
My thanks to all who attended and to Busters family for giving me the opportunity to be with you as we farewelled your loving dad.
Arohanui and all the very best to you all going forward.
Rest in peace Buster
Muzza
Celebrant on the Coast

19/10/2024

06/09/2024

I am now back and looking forward to all my weddings that are coming up going forward. Thankyou for being so patient with my absence whilst on duty with the Kneeboard Surfing NZ Team whilst in South Africa recently.
If you need information regarding anything to do with Ceremony or Celebrations please do not hesitate to contact me.
Nga mihi …
Murray
Celebrant on the Coast
(Photo. Celebrant and son, celebrating being on tour. Jeffery’s Bay South Africa at the Kneeboard Surfing World Titles 2024.

29/07/2024

The Opunake/Oaonui district farewelled a devoted husband, much love dad, grandad and well respected community member last Wednesday. The auditorium at the local Events Centre was filled to capacity to say goodbye to this gentleman farmer, avid fisherman, and car racing enthusiast A Champion driver and contest fisherman with expertise. Barry Tippett (Bazza), was also a noted cattle breeder and official A&P Show judge, presenter and Regional Show Champion. Bazza was very respected in many circles, evident by the huge amount of well wishes who turned out to pay their respects to him and his family. Many accolades were given to Bazz. I feel the biggest tribute he had was his zest for life, the people in it and his devotion to, and incredible love for his family. He will be sorely missed.
I wish Deidre, Andrew, Aleisha and their respective families my sincere condolences and wish them all the very best moving forwards. My thanks to you all for inviting me to be your Celebrant and part of your family during this time.
Kiakaha
Arohanui
Muzza-Celebrant on the Coast

05/06/2024

On the weekend I had the pleasure to officiate at the wedding of Caitlin and Declan. These great friends, who had met at school and have remained together throughout. In a ceremony at the awesome surrounds of the Plymouth International, they made their commitments to each other in front of many ex OHS school friends and family.
I enjoyed doing this ceremony for these two, besides lots of fun, it continued the association I had with them when teaching at OHS a few years ago. They are a very busy, happy, loving couple and I wish them every success for the future .
To Caitlin and Declan all the very best and my thanks for the invite to be your Celebrant
AROHANUI
Muzza ❤️🙏

04/06/2024

My thanks to Mr and Mrs Neal for posting me some photos from their March Wedding. Set in the Goodin’s beautiful garden these photos reminded me of summer days gone quickly by.
I wish Natasha and Shaun all the very best for the future.
It was a privilege to work with you both, my thanks for inviting me to be your Celebrant
Arohanui
Muzza
❤️🙏

03/06/2024

I had the honour last week to officiate for a young couple, recently returned from Australia . The groom I had taught at primary school a few years back and it was a special occasion. The venue at Okurakura was superb, the rain stayed away and Lana and Felix said their vows in front of their little daughter, family and friends. It was indeed a beautiful occasion. Special mention to the Okurakura staff who went out of their way to make this day memorable for our bride and groom.
To Mr and Mrs Lowe I thank them most sincerely for the invite to be their celebrant and wish them all the very best for the future.
Kia kaha
Arohanui
Muzza
Celebrant on the Coast

26/05/2024

The wedding season has continued into the autumn. It was a delightful experience to be invited to officiate for a couple who are fun loving and most hard working. They chose a real rural setting to say their promises to each other. Over the farm and down a purpose built track, to the sand and an awesome beach setting. The rain cleared, the sun shone and with safety cages fitted to a very large tractor, all guests and the bridal party were ferried to the waiting groom, his best man and the Celebrant. Mt Taranaki in all its glory appeared and the occasion went off most successfully. My thanks to Mr and Mrs Dodunski for inviting me to be your Celebrant - I thoroughly enjoyed the whole day from start to finish.
I wish the happy couple all the very best for their wedded future together.
Arohanui
Muzza
Celebrant on the Coast

11/04/2024

Tena koutou katoa.
Last weekend I had an awesome ocassion to be part of together with whanau, to welcome to the world, granddaughter number three.
Even more special was the attendance of the other grand parents, Jill and Steve up from Christchurch, and my eldest daughter Aunty Beate. They were able to take part at the naming and planting ceremony with mum dad kids and all (even the family dog was in attendance) It was an emotional and beautiful ceremony. She was well attended to lovingly by her older sisters Mackenzie and Cleo throughout.

Freya Elizabeth Weir was born in New Plymouth on 4 April 2024. We are all blessed to have her join the McCarthy/Weir Whanau
Arohanui little one, a proud Poppy,
Celebrant on the Coast

“A child’s name is a precious gift
The most precious sound she will hear
The most precious gift she will receive” (Anon). ❤️🙏.

04/04/2024

The Coastal Rugby Clubrooms in Rahotu was over flowing as many family and friends gathered to farewell a 96 year old rural gentleman, who farmed, lived and had his family in this prominent, dairy farming district. Mr John Morgan was a hardworking family and community man, in every sense of the word. To have his life ceremony, in the Clubrooms where he played all his senior rugby, (which then bore the name Rahotu), was very fitting.
To Mr Morgan’s family, I offer my condolences and wish them all the very best in going forward in the future.
My sincere thanks for the invitation - it was an honour to be your Celebrant.

04/04/2024

I had the pleasure to officiate and celebrate the wedding for a happy, hard working, farming couple from Rahotu.
They were so much fun to work with. In front of close friends and family, under the shadow of the mountain, they made their commitments to each other.
I wish Sarah and Gareth and their family, all the very best in their married life together. My thanks for the invitation to be your Celebrant
Arohanui
Muzza
Celebrant on the Coast ❤️🙏
(Photos pending)

24/03/2024

Over the last few weeks, I have had the privilege to be invited, to officiate at three very special End of Life Ceremonies. The three gentlemen, whose lives were being celebrated, came from very different backgrounds with ages ranging from being in their eighties to late 90s. A travelling, cricket loving teacher, formally from Durban, domiciled in New Plymouth. A well known plumber, businessman and fanatical gardener, and recently a passionate Holden supporting, logging trucker and heavy machinery operator, both also from New Plymouth.
Each had a story to be told. The experiences they had and the commitment to life, that they all achieved and what they provided for their individual families, was exceptional. To all the families who invited me to be part of their family during these tough times, my sincere thanks and condolences.The support and hospitality you gave to me, and the appreciation of my role as Celebrant, was very much appreciated. I thank you and wish you all the very best going forward. The love and memories of your loved ones who have passed, have left so much for you to remember. They were three great Dads.
Arohanui
Muzza
Celebrant on the Coast

08/03/2024

A quiet moment before the guests and bridal party arrive for yesterday’s wedding ceremony. The Setting at Goodin Estate Gardens was perfect for Shaun and Natasha. It also enables me to take a moment and reflect on my own before the beginning of the ceremony. I wish Mr and Mrs Neal all the very best for the future together. They have been a delight to work with, so happy and positive through out my time with them.
My thanks to our wedding coordinator Emily who made this day for the bride and groom and the celebrant so relaxed and calm.
Arohanui
Muzza ❤️🙏
(Photos of the ceremony to come).