David and Amy had their wedding at Castaways, a stunning clifftop venue near Waiuku. Before he got to see his bride for the first time on the day, David and the boys had to go through a series of games and challenges set up by the bridesmaids! The boys did well striking poses in wigs and interesting garments, passing seaweed to each other with only their lips and getting their legs waxed. This was followed by a traditional tea ceremony where the bride and groom paid respect and showed their gratitude towards their family.
The ceremony was beautiful and emotional, with a mix of laughs and tears. At the reception, we were also treated to great speeches with lots of humour sprinkled in! One of the groomsmen even shared photos from David’s past and that drew a great reaction from the guests :p
It was an amazing day and thanks for letting me be a part of this wonderful celebration!
Here’s a look at how the day unfolded (with a signature west coast sunset!).
![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-3 groom and groomsman](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-3.jpg)
![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-7 groom getting ready](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-7.jpg)
![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-8 groom and the boys](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-8.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-19 wedding ring](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-19.jpg)
![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-40 castaways wedding venue](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-40.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-34 maid of honour laughing](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-34.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-43 bride in traditional dress](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-43.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-82 groomsmen playing games](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-82.jpg)
![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-84 bridesmaid laughing hard](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-84.jpg)
![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-89 groom receives bride](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-89.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-103 chinese tea ceremony to elders](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-103.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-146 castaways wedding ceremony venue](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-146.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-151-1 bride crying during ceremony](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-151-1.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-155 bride and groom signing](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-155.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-166 bride and groom recessional](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-166.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-180 bridesmaids having a laugh](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-180.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-184 groom and the boys having fun](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-184.jpg)
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![castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-266 wedding guests having a good time](https://lioneltan.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/castaways-waiuku-wedding-photos-266.jpg)
Venue – Castaways Resort
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