Our Ethos.

Welcome to Island Weddings and Events (IWE) at Parohe Island Retreat.

Whether you prefer a "dry rent” or fully catered experience, Island Weddings and Events (IWE) is set within 5-star Parohe Island Retreat on Kawau Island, Auckland — a place where exceptional events find their perfect home.

Owned by a New Zealand investment group established in 1988, IWE was born from a passion to create a truly unique events and accommodation venue in Aotearoa. Spread across 22 hectares of native bush with sweeping harbour views, our venue offers a rare combination of natural beauty and world-class facilities.

We host weddings, conferences, product launches, and private celebrations — offering both dry hire and fully catered experiences tailored to your vision. Seventeen eco-luxe rooms, dedicated event spaces, a private beach, and on-site restaurant sit within grounds laced with bush trails, birdsong, and open, flat land.

Every event is brought to life through partnerships with local talent and passionate professionals — from intimate ceremonies to large corporate gatherings. Sustainability is woven into everything we do: from sourcing high-quality local produce to operating battery-powered vehicles and equipment that protect the peace and ecology of the island.

At IWE, sophistication and nature belong together.