Tori is Kelsey's beautiful cousin who is more like a sister. Having grown up very close with Kelsey and her brother, even all living together for years. She's also our florist for the Wedding [Florescene Floral] and on the day you will see her beautiful creativity!

Sarah is one of Kelsey's closest and dearest friends, and has been for years. Their friendship dates back to 5am arrivals home to now 9pm bedtimes. Back in April 2023 Kelsey enjoyed the honor of being one of Sarah's bridesmaids, so it's super exciting to now come full circle and have Sarah be hers!

Jemma is one of Kelsey's "Workwives" from the day they met they hit it off straight away and have been "Bros" ever since! When Kelsey moved to the Bay Jemma was essentially her first friend down here, welcoming Kelsey with open arms [literally] and introducing her to her whanau - including Momma Jo, thus giving Kelsey a second family in the Hawkes Bay.

Rhi is Kelsey's other "Workwife" that has become one of her closest friends. Sharing their beautiful daughters in common, Kelsey and Rhi have grown a friendship over the last few years built on encouragement and support for one another.

Tim and Matt have been best mates since they met at intermediate school at the age of 11. They went through high school together—Tim in the top class, Matt in the lowest—and even ended up dating twins at one point (which was a bit weird, to be honest). Tim has been there for Matt through some of the toughest times in his life, and he couldn’t imagine having anyone else stand beside me on this special day. Matts best man, Tim!

Simon and Matt have been friends since they were 11, meeting at intermediate school and getting up to all sorts of antics over the years. There have been plenty of nights getting far too drunk and making some “great” decisions. Simon is one of the few people Matt can talk to about anything—well, most of the time when he's actually listening! A true, lifelong mate.

Matt met Aaron through his friend Tala, and honestly, it was like love at first sight—well, at least for Matt! One of the easiest guys to sink a few beers with Aaron and Tala even travelled around Europe with Matt. That trip gave them some incredible opportunities to get up to all sorts of mischief in different countries. An absolute legend and a certified G.C.

Pat and Matt met at Rapid Radio when he was just an apprentice who didn’t drink (yes, really). When Matt started working there again, they became lifelong friends—or at least, he just hasn’t been able to get rid of Matt. Pat has been someone Matts relied on countless times, a true support and lifesaver in more situations than he can count. Matt's truly honoured to have him by my side on this amazing day.

Braysen is Tori's son and essentially Kelsey's nephew. Kelsey was very involved in Braysen's first few years, having lived with Tori and her partner when he was born. Kelsey always said that when she got married one day she wanted Braysen to be involved, to honor all their Aunty and Berm dates and the special bond they've shared as he's grown up.

Kelsey and Matt couldn't imagine not having their beautiful baby girl walk down the isle before her Mummy. To have their daughter be apart of this special day fills Matt and Kelsey's heart with pride and joy.