TVNZ Reporter Michelle Prendiville and Rugby Star Marty Banks Marry in Tauranga
TVNZ’s Michelle Prendiville and former Highlanders rugby player Marty Banks celebrated their wedding in Tauranga with love, laughter, and memorable moments.
Wedding Day Challenges
A severe storm struck New Zealand the day before the wedding, causing flight cancellations and power outages nationwide. Many guests were stranded in Christchurch, Dunedin, and the West Coast, leaving the couple uncertain if their loved ones could attend.
“It was an interesting 24 hours!” Michelle recalls with a wry smile. “But, look, the most important thing was us getting married.”
While Michelle, 30, nervously considered alternative plans, Marty, 36, remained calm throughout the ordeal.
The Ceremony
As the weather cleared, Michelle walked down the aisle in an elegant Hera Couture gown, radiating beauty. Marty shared,
“She looked so beautiful. The tears were there, definitely!”
Backstory
The power couple first met almost seven years ago on a blind date in Auckland. Interestingly, the date was intended to support two friends meeting for the first time.
Summary
Their wedding, despite weather challenges, highlighted the couple’s resilience and love, celebrating a joyful new chapter in their lives.
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