Wedding Day

Ceremony

Photos and Cocktail Hour

Reception

Songbird Retreat

Frost Road

Matheson BayLeighNew Zealand

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Our Wedding

Dear friends and family, We can't wait to celebrate with you in Leigh! For those making a weekend of it (highly recommended!), here are some great places to stay:

Leigh

Right where the wedding will be. A picturesque town with sea views and costal walks.

Omaha

Relaxed coastal town with a long calm beach, great for swimming and a laid back vibe. 15 minutes drive from Leigh.

Matakana

Stop by the "world famous in New Zealand" farmers market and check out their great cafes. 15 minutes from Leigh.

Snells Beach

Sheltered swimming beach and coastal walks, approximately 25 minutes from Leigh, with a peaceful suburban atmosphere and nearby cafes.

Pakiri

Make it a camping or motorhome adventure! About 15 minutes north of Leigh, offering a stunning, secluded white sand beach that stretches for kilometres.

While you're here, don't miss snorkeling at Goat Island Marine Reserve, hiking the Tāwharanui tracks, or head up into the winterless north for some beautiful landscapes and nature. Looking forward to celebrating with you all!

Some suggested options

<a href="https://www.airbnb.co.nz/s/Matakana--Auckland--New-Zealand/homes?refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&amp;query=Matakana%2C%20Auckland%2C%20New%20Zealand&amp;place_id=ChIJ2RKn42_bDG0RwMOiQ2HvAAU&amp;flexible_trip_lengths%5B%5D=one_week&amp;monthly_start_date=2025-05-01&amp;monthly_length=3&amp;monthly_end_date=2025-08-01&amp;search_mode=regular_search&amp;price_filter_input_type=0&amp;channel=EXPLORE&amp;date_picker_type=calendar&amp;checkin=2026-01-31&amp;checkout=2026-02-01&amp;source=structured_search_input_header&amp;search_type=user_map_move&amp;price_filter_num_nights=1&amp;ne_lat=-36.28599176786748&amp;ne_lng=174.82797775430367&amp;sw_lat=-36.499030583867004&amp;sw_lng=174.65837016016252&amp;zoom=11.827525003752738&amp;zoom_level=11.827525003752738&amp;search_by_map=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Air BnB</a><a href="https://www.booking.com/searchresults.en-gb.html?ss=Matakana%2C+Auckland+Region%2C+New+Zealand&amp;efdco=1&amp;label=gen173nr-1BCAEoggI46AdIM1gEaFCIAQGYAQm4AQfIAQzYAQHoAQGIAgGoAgO4Auyawb8GwAIB0gIkZTczYTBmMzQtMDlhOC00MDY3LTllOWUtMGIwZWViMGM1NDY02AIF4AIB&amp;sid=e1701191da2613aadf9ffe38aa33a6ef&amp;aid=304142&amp;lang=en-gb&amp;sb=1&amp;src_elem=sb&amp;src=index&amp;dest_id=-1513513&amp;dest_type=city&amp;ac_position=0&amp;ac_click_type=b&amp;ac_langcode=en&amp;ac_suggestion_list_length=5&amp;search_selected=true&amp;search_pageview_id=ed2196365a9c0785&amp;ac_meta=GhBlZDIxOTYzNjVhOWMwNzg1IAAoATICZW46CE1hdGFrYW5hQABKAFAA&amp;checkin=2026-01-31&amp;checkout=2026-02-01&amp;group_adults=2&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_children=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">booking.com</a>Leigh by the Sea <a href="https://www.leighbythesea.co.nz/leigh-accommodation/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.leighbythesea.co.nz/leigh-accommodation/</a>Warkworth Lodge <a href="www.warkworthlodge.co.nz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.warkworthlodge.co.nz</a> 12 suites, up to 36 guestsPlume Villas <a href="www.theplumecollection.co.nz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.theplumecollection.co.nz</a> 12 villasMatakana Motel <a href="www.matakanamotel.co.nz " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.matakanamotel.co.nz </a> 20 unitsThe Green Tent <a href="www.thegreentent.co.nz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.thegreentent.co.nz</a> Mongolian-style Yurt144 on Jones. <a href="www.144onjones.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.144onjones.com</a> Self-catered cottageBed &amp; Breakfast @ 215 <a href="https://matakana215bnb.co.nz/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">matakana215bnb.co.nz</a> Guest suiteTauhou Matakana <a href="www.tauhoumatakana.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.tauhoumatakana.com</a> Self-catered studioWhangateau Holiday Park <a href="www.whangateauholidaypark.co.nz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.whangateauholidaypark.co.nz</a> Family cabins

Places to stay

Travel

Travel to the wedding venueThe wedding ceremony and reception will be at The Songbird Retreat in Mathesons Bay, Leigh. There are very limited parking spaces at the venue, as well as limited street parking, so please arrange transport like taxis or shuttle vans. Travel from the wedding venueThere will be a bus service taking guests back to Leigh, Omaha, and Matakana. If you said in your RSVP that you were staying in any of these towns, there will be space for you. The bus will be arriving at 10:45 PM and leaving at 11:00 PM. The drop-off points are: Leigh: Leigh Bar and Eatery - <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/7T75uhfYR1NX787r7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Maps Link</a>Omaha: Meiklejohn Way Bus Stop (at intersection of Meiklejohn Way and Omaha Drive) - <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/bpyysc7Rz29jac9n9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Maps Link</a>Matakana: The Matakana Village Pub - <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/XcqV5kUjik8aQHfLA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Maps Link</a> If your accommodation is en route between the drop-off points, you can also just let the driver know where that is. They should be able to drop you off on the way.

Coaches, Minivans & Taxis

Mai Ride: <a href="www.mairide.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.mairide.net</a>Warkworth Taxi &amp; Bus Services:	<a href="www.warkworthtaxiandbus.co.nz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.warkworthtaxiandbus.co.nz</a>Matakabs: <a href="www.matakabs.co.nz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.matakabs.co.nz</a>

Saturday Traffic Notice

Very important note about Saturday traffic: Our florist did a wedding up in Leigh recently and said that the traffic on the Saturday from Auckland up to Leigh was really bad between Auckland and Matakana. This is because of the Saturday Matakana markets. If you're travelling up from Auckland, please try to factor this into your travel time. It took her around two hours to get from Auckland to Matakana. Between Matakana and Leigh it was absolutely fine, as it was people travelling to the Matakana markets causing the traffic!

Transportation

RSVP DeadlinePlease RSVP by the 31st of December 2025 Dress CodeBlack tie or formal wear. Little OnesWe kindly ask that you organise a babysitter for your little ones. Indoors/OutdoorsThe wedding ceremony and reception will be mostly outdoors. There will be a marquee as well as large umbrellas and some shady areas by trees. What to bringWe are manifesting a sunny day, so please bring sunscreen, hats, small umbrellas or fans if you can. It's also an outdoor venue, so insect repellent is a good idea for the evening. Bringing an umbrella would be a very good idea in case of any weather changes. GiftsYour presence at our wedding is truly the best gift we could ask for. Please know that your attendance means the most to us. If you are bringing a card, there will be a card box at the venue. ContactPlease feel free to contact us at <a href="mailto:miyukiandandrew@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">miyukiandandrew@gmail.com</a> if you have any questions.

Q + A

Things to Do

Our Story

We were lucky enough to visit Japan this year, and took some traditional Kimono photos with Miyuki's family.

Kimono Photos

Wedding Party

Wishing Well

On the following Sunday (1st February), we are going to have a picnic at Omaha Beach. If you would like to attend, bring some small snacky bits for a picnic at the beach with us as a fun debrief after the big night. We'll be meeting at 5 Ruby Cove, Omaha at around 10:30 AM and then walking straight to the beach from there. No worries at all if you can't make it for travel reasons or other commitments.

Andrew & Miyuki

Andrew & Miyuki

Kimono Photos