Thank you Jenni, CANZ Taranaki
We are so grateful for everything Jenni Judd, our outgoing CANZ Taranaki Branch Chairperson, has done for the Branch over the past nine years. On behalf of the National Executive, […]
Fresh ideas? Supportive? NE wants to hear from you!
By Wendy Eynon At Conference 2025, there was a strong call to uplift and support celebrants who are just beginning their journey – to walk alongside them, mentor them, and […]
Registry Ceremony fee changes
By Kineta Knight Booker Our President Anna Flanagan welcomes the fee increase for Registry Ceremony celebrants as a “meaningful step forward”. Following the outcome of the marriage and civil union […]
May Wrap: NE Voice
By Dr Iwi Te Whau Jr, National Executive Honouring Service and Growth The King’s Birthday weekend offers a timely moment to reflect on the achievements of extraordinary people across Aotearoa. […]
Build & grow your celebrancy business with Kineta
Here’s your opportunity to work one-on-one with Kineta Knight Booker Whether you’re looking to build your celebrant business, upskill in Canva, socials, Google or marketing, or better understand your communication style, […]
President’s Pen
By Anna Flanagan, President Celebrants Aotearoa As this newsletter reaches you, we sit on the edge of two meaningful moments. The beginning of our National Education Programme, and ANZAC Day. […]
The Celebrant School – April Update
By Kathrine Fraser Why this is the best year to complete your CertCelSts at The Celebrant School – Te Wānanga Korowai Aroha? We are going all out to get as […]
Working alone, together. The reality of being a celebrant.
By Libby Carson Most people assume being a celebrant is a very social job. In reality, much of it is done alone. On the surface, it looks like a very […]
Celebrant Training College – April Update
By Debbie Woodfield Become the celebrant people remember. Whether you’re already taking funerals, leading weddings, or just starting out, the difference between a good celebrant and a great one comes […]
BDM reaffirms partnership with Celebrants Aotearoa for Registry Ceremonies
By Kineta Knight Booker Celebrants Aotearoa (CANZ) has been reaffirmed in its vital role in New Zealand’s celebrancy landscape, with the recent confirmation from the Registrar-General of Births, Deaths and […]