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Vendor Spotlight - The Heke, a Waiheke Island events venue

The Heke embraces the Kiwi lifestyle. A very special place to relax with family and friends and the perfect venue to continue the celebrations from the day before or any other celebration you can think of!  ...

Vendor Spotlight - Mark Trubuhovich, Waiheke Island Celebrant

My wife and I were not asked to contribute pre our wedding to the ceremony, we just assumed that this was the format with ceremonies and left up to the expertise and experience of the celebrant. We weren’t very happy with the result and began questioning the process until I finally took matters further by applying for a celebrants licence. The licence was granted 20 years ago and from that moment with rich insight and hindsight  I endeavour with each and every couple to make the ceremony ...

Vendor Spotlight - Sirens; a four piece band on Waiheke Island.

Get to know a little more about Sirens, a four piece band, available for your next special occasion on Waiheke Island....

Vendor Spotlight - Mili Villamil, Waiheke Island Photography

The industry organically got me in and thanks to other photographers who encouraged me to experience it. Although I have been doing photography for more than 15 years and have done a few weddings when I first grabbed a camera, my photography was mostly focused on nature, stars, landscapes, streets, and portraits. In the last few years, due to my obsession with music, I have expanded into festivals, DJ sets, and music events. Now my new love is wedding photography. ...

Proposing on Waiheke Island - what you need to know

You have found the love of your life and are ready to take the big jump and propose! And what more romantic than to go down on one knee in Waiheke Island?Whether it is at a vineyard, on the beach or overlooking the Island with Auckland in the background, Waiheke Island has everything you need to plan your magical proposal.Our planners are qualified in event management, know the best suppliers, find the best locations and have a flare for romance, so your partner is sure to be impressed with what...

Sunny + Tony's colourful Waiheke Island elopement

Wedding Planner + stylist + hire: Indigo Waiheke | Venue: Waiheke Island Resort | Photo: Mili Villamil | Celebrant: Tony Sears | Florals: The Bloomerie | Cake: Lilith | Hair & Make-up: The Peach Club...

Morven + Sam's backyard island wedding | Indigo Waiheke

VENDOR TEAM: Wedding planner: Indigo Waiheke | Photographer: Seamless Creatives | Hair/Makeup: The Peach Club | Celebrant: Tony Sears | Florals: Madame Florist | Hire and Staffing: Indigo Waiheke | Stationary design: Couple's family | DJ - Andy JV...

The top 10 activities to do on Waiheke Island

By this point, Waiheke's nickname has become the island of wine, and as delicious as that is, what else is there to do on the island when you've finished your wine touring and want to experience something new? We've put together the top ten activities to do on Waiheke Island, whether you're travelling as a couple, with a group of friends or colleagues, this list has something for everyone....

Samarth's Custom Waiheke Island Proposal

Samarth and his partner came over from Auckland to enjoy a beautiful day on the Island. She had no idea what Samarth had organised, she came in blindfolded and was absolutely amazed by the surprise! Of course ... She said YES !!They then enjoyed a lovely platter and Champagne overlooking the city at their custom proposal set up.Our trusted photographed captured their beautiful moment.Proposal planner and stylist: Indigo Waiheke | Photographer: Mili VillamilThinking of planning your own prop...

Priyesha and Deep's Waiheke Island proposal picnic | Indigo Waiheke

Proposal planner: Indigo WaihekePhotographer: Simone CileaLocation: Waiheke IslandOverlooking ocean views, city vistas and a perfect island landscape, this was the spot that Deep chose to propose to his partner, Priyesha. ...

Ric + Jennifer's romantic island proposal | Indigo Waiheke

Ric got in touch with us to plan his proposal months before the date so that he could plan the most memorable day possible for his partner, Jennifer. He decided to fly her in to the island on a helicopter, so we booked this along with their transport, luxury picnic, gourmet platter, champagne and photographer. Of course she said yes, how could you say no to a romantic guy who planned all this for you!! Congratulations on your engagement beautiful people ♡...

Sarah + Rory's wedding at Mudbrick Vineyard | Indigo Waiheke

Vendors: Hire: Indigo Waiheke | Venue: Mudbrick Vineyard | Photo + video: Hollow & Co | Celebrant: Emma Fitzgerald | Entertainment: MixitDJ | Florals: Isadia | Cake: ZiSweet | Stationary: Brogan Scott Art ...

Sam + Julia's kayak picnic proposal | Indigo Waiheke

Proposal planner: Indigo Waiheke | Package booked: Kayak picnic proposal | Photographer: Simone CileaSam reached out to us a few months before he was planning to propose with an interest in booking one of our proposal packages. Heading to Waiheke Island from Auckland on a ferry, Julia has no idea that when Sam suggested a beach walk that she'd be surprised with a kayak excursion. Our discreet instructor sent them out on the water, guiding them to a nearby beach that Sam had chosen for his propos...

Waiheke proposal - Shona + Yohan

Package booked: Intimate picnic proposal Photographer: Simone CileaYohan approached us to book his proposal to his partner, she had no idea! He told us that her favourite colour was green, so we themed the picnic accordingly. We wrote his personalised message on the board and hired our favourite photographer. The weather turned out so beautifully for them and we couldn't be more pleased for this newly engaged couple! Planning your own Waiheke Island proposal? We can help! Check out our...

Charlotte + Scott's wedding at Goldie Estate Vineyard

On the day coordinator and hire items: Indigo Waiheke | Venue and catering: Goldie Estate Vineyard | Photographer: Ellen Mary Taylor | Florist: Blush flowers ...

Laura and Mike's wedding at Man O' War vineyard | Indigo Waiheke

100 of our white cross back chairs lined up ready for the guests' arrival....

Aman + Manisha's beach proposal | Indigo Waiheke

Proposal planner + stylist: Indigo WaihekePhotographer: Simone Cilea photographyAman's custom set up was designed specifically for his needs. He asked for a backdrop that would be perfect to propose in front of. We set it up with views of the Aegean blue waters and surrounding landscape. He also requested a picnic set up for him, his new fiancée Manisha and her best friends. Manisha's friends had organised a girls day out on Waiheke Island while Aman was supposedly in work. Little did Manisha k...

Lloyd's 30th birthday picnic on Waiheke Island | Indigo Waiheke

Picnic planning + set up: Indigo WaihekePhotographer: Simone Cilea photography...

Liam + Erin's proposal set up | Indigo Waiheke

Liam contacted us to figure out his options for proposing to his beautiful partner Erin on Waiheke Island. Together, we worked out the perfect location and which package would best suit his needs. Everything was set, but Liam was so excited to ask Erin to be his fiancee that he asked to bring the date forward; "no problem" we said! We firmed up the new date with our favourite photographer and started planning every detail. Needless to say, Erin said yes to Liam's proposal and they enjoyed t...

Bianka + Rob's wedding at Man O' War vineyard, styled by Indigo Waiheke

Bianka and Rob approached us to style their wedding a few months before their confirmed date with a clear vision of their tropical wedding dream. With a Fijian background, they wanted us to style the space to feel lush, understated with a touch of their homeland....

Tapaita + Gene's island proposal by Indigo Waiheke

Proposal planner and design: Indigo WaihekePhotographer: Simone CileaTapaita approached us to let us know that she wanted to propose to her long term partner on Waiheke Island and that her dream was to include her children in their special moment. She specifically asked for neutral colours with an archway that would frame the beautiful island backgrounds. We recommended a hilltop lookout with a luxury picnic and a customised design. We brought in our favourite photographer and set the scene for ...

Preity + Nitij's romantic island proposal | Indigo Waiheke

Photographer: Simone CileaProposal planning + styling: Indigo WaihekeNitij contacted us to book our proposal picnic package to set the scene for his engagement to his girlfriend Preity. We helped him to choose a location, he decided on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful views of ocean, mountains, vines and the distant city in the background. We brought in our trusted photographer to capture the special moment and the rest is history. Congratulations on your engagement beautiful p...

Charissa + Adrian's wedding at Goldie Estate Vineyard | Indigo Waiheke

Venue: Goldie Estate | Photo/Video : Hollow and Co. | Wedding Dress: Anthropologie | Bridesmaids dresses: Park and Fifth Co. | Groom Suit: Indochino | Groomsmen Suits: Barkers | Bow Ties and pocket squares: Otaa | Hair and makeup: The Peach Club (bride and bride maids) | Barber: Aneia Warner Salon | Flowers: Bride's mother |  Hire: Indigo Waiheke | Rings: Culet jewelry | Cake: Moustache Cookie...

Esti and Jadon's backyard wedding | Indigo Waiheke

Hire: Indigo Waiheke | Photography +florals: Lavara Photography | Venue: Family home | Marquee + set up: Family friends...

Dane + Scotty | Mudbrick Wedding | Indigo Waiheke

Venue: Mudbrick Vineyard | Hire + design: Indigo Waiheke | Photographer: Misi Chan Photography | Celebrant: Koro Dickinson | DJ: Arii Jade | Videographer: Cameron Dul...