reshandjesse – – Our wedding story

Reshma

weds

Jesse

28TH DECEMBER, 2022

Welcome to our Wedding Website

We’re so excited to share our big day with you, so get your passports ready for those who need it—we can’t wait to say “I do” in front of you! We’ve created this website as a convenient and interactive way to share the important details with you in the lead up to our wedding.

You can also read more about our story and check out our registry information too.

So, check out the details & don’t forget to RSVP!

Our Story - How we met

It all started when Reshma first moved to Auckland for work back in 2014! It seems the workplace can be better than a dating app and this is true in the case of Jesse and Reshma.

What started as a friendship blossomed into a romance, now 8 years on we’re best friends, true loves and totally inseparable!

We’re finally ready to make it official and we would love for you to be part of our special day.

The Proposal

It all started months before with a winter holiday being planned where Jesse saw the perfect opportunity to finally propose. A beautiful ring was custom designed months in advance, all in anticipation for the big moment.

After weeks of googling ‘best proposal spots in Queenstown’ Jesse figured he would stash the ring in his pocket and just wing it! Whilst on a casual drive up the Nevis Mountain range, Resh spotted a photo op and Jesse had his chance to propose.

While she thought she was striking a pose with the backdrop of snowbound landscapes in Central Otago, without a soul in sight Jesse got down on one knee and the rest is history!

The Engagement

Our Wedding Program

A TRADITIONAL NEW ZEALAND WEDDING TIMELINE

15:00 - Ceremony at St. Benedicts Catholic Church at Eden Terrace, Auckland
15:45 - Ceremony Ends 15:45 | Coffee and greetings / Photos at Church
16:15 - The Bridal party head off to take their photos
17:30 - Guests arrive at Allely Estate where Canapes and Champagne are served
18:00 - The Bridal party arrives at Allely Estate and guests are seated for dinner

Church Ceremony

PLEASE JOIN US, FOR OUR WEDDING CEREMONY

St. Benedicts Catholic Church at Eden Terrace, Auckland. We invite Friends and family to witness our sacrament of marriage and give us your blessings.

We have an experienced photographer capturing our day so kindly request an unplugged ceremony. We will happily share our professional images with you after the wedding!

Reception

Immediately following the Ceremony, the guests will travel to the reception Venue at the Allely Estate. Guests are invited to treat themselves to champagne and Canapes while awaiting the arrival of the bridal party.

After the guests are seated for Dinner, the bridal party will make a grand entrance with quick introductions, Wedding Speeches and a toast. A beautiful buffet dinner service will commence while the speeches are underway.

Reshma and Jesse will kick off the dancing, with their first dance, with all guests joining in to shake a leg and party through the night.

We can’t wait to dance the night away with our favorite people. While we encourage you to dress to impress in your best cocktail attire! Our wedding reception will likely take place on the lawn – please bear this in mind when choosing footwear. We do recommend a jacket in case there is a cool breeze. Due to Venue restrictions guests will be by invite only. The Allely estate is a beautiful garden venue in the picturesque town of Kumeu, just 20 minutes from central Auckland.

Save the Date

The day is fast approaching and we can hardly wait.
We want you to celebrate with us

So be sure to save the date!

December 28th, 2022
@ Auckland NZ

formal invite to follow

Travel Information

New Zealand is set to reopen its border to visitors in stages, after largely remaining closed for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern stated that tourists from Australia and other visa-free countries will be allowed to enter the country, whereas those from the rest of the world will have to wait till 31st July.

Who can enter New Zealand now

The following people can enter New Zealand now from anywhere in the world and self-test on arrival.

Vaccinated and unvaccinated New Zealand citizens
Vaccinated and unvaccinated New Zealand residents
Vaccinated Australian citizens and permanent residents
Unvaccinated Australian citizens who live in New Zealand
Current temporary work and student visa holders, with a valid visa who can still meet their visa requirements. This includes both visa holders currently offshore, and those in New Zealand who choose to travel overseas and wish to return
Up to 5,000 international students, for semester 2
Vaccinated travellers with a border exception
Vaccinated travellers on a working holiday scheme
Vaccinated travellers from countries who do not need a visa (visa waiver visitors)
Vaccinated travellers from other countries who already hold a valid visitor visa
Other vaccinated eligible travellers under current border settings

Who is eligible to travel to New Zealand under current border settings | immigration.govt.nz(external link)

Visa waiver countries and territories | immigration.govt.nz(external link)

Check if you need to apply for a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) before you travel

Apply for an NZeTA | immigration.govt.nz(external link)

Who can enter New Zealand later in 2022

From 4 July 2022

The following vaccinated people can apply to enter New Zealand and self-test on arrival:

Travellers arriving under the Accredited Employer Work Visa categories
Travellers applying for a Work Visa in New Zealand

Accredited Employer Work Visa | immigration.govt.nz(external link)

From 11:59pm Sunday 31 July 2022

From 11:59pm Sunday 31 July, all visa categories including tourist, visitor and student visas will reopen for applications for travellers from anywhere in the world.

Cruise ships can also enter New Zealand from 31 July 2022, with the opening of the maritime border.

You must be vaccinated to enter New Zealand.

Preparing to travel to New Zealand

Auckland Airport

Guests from overseas will be flying into Auckland Airport – 21 kilometres from Auckland City Center.

Note: Uber Rides are available from the airport.

Please note at this time, only Uber comfort or Uber XLS can be taken from the airport

Local Activities

With two unique islands, 14 national parks, and dozens of diverse cities, there are plenty of New Zealand attractions and activities to choose from. If you’re after New Zealand’s famous adventure activities and extreme sports, you can choose from bungee jumping, jet boating, skydiving or zip-lining. Explore golden coastlines fringed with native Pohutukawa trees, follow walking trails to waterfalls hidden in forests, or cycle through gently rolling vineyards. Or relax and take it easy at beautiful hot pools, cultural attractions, and art galleries.