Neck of the Woods Announces Relaunch Event
Posted in: Music News
"We are very excited to welcome you back to Neck of the Woods!" the venue's owners wrote in an Instagram post
Strange Universe Winter 2026: Photo Highlights
Posted in: Music NewsCheck out incredible photos from Strange Universe Winter 2026, which has been a much-needed success story for Auckland's music scene
‘We’ve Tried Everything’: Beloved Auckland Venue Neck of the Woods Is Closing After 11 Years
Posted in: Music News"We’ve been fighting hard to stay open under ever increasing debt," the Neck of the Woods owners revealed in a statement
This Auckland Venue Fostered a Youth-Driven Community. Now It Wants ‘New Fans’
Posted in: Music FeaturesBig Fan helped launch the careers of Coast Arcade and more. Now it's trying to reach more young people through its New Fans initiative.
Iconic Auckland Radio Station 95bFM Announces Major Location Change
Posted in: Music NewsIconic Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland student radio station 95bFM is relocating for the first time in almost six decades
‘A Labour of Love’: Local Venues Are Vital to the Future of New Zealand Music
Posted in: Music FeaturesWe meet some of the hard-working people involved in Strange Universe, Auckland's new independent music series
‘Auckland Deserves Cool Stuff’: Inside Strange Universe, the Festival Turning the City Into an Indie Playground
Posted in: Music FeaturesBanished Music’s Reuben Bonner talks about Strange Universe’s origins, its current run, and their ambitious winter lineup
Stereolab, Cass McCombs and More Announced for Strange Universe Winter 2026
Posted in: Music NewsIts Autumn edition is still happening as we speak, but Strange Universe has already confirmed a follow-up Winter edition
Auckland Independent Music Venues to Receive Upgrades as Part of New Initiative
Posted in: Music NewsThe Spark Arena Community Events Fund (SACEF) is providing more than $100,000 in initial resource support to independent venues in the city
We’re Giving Away 4 Copies of Auckland FC’s Special Vinyl
Posted in: Culture NewsAuckland FC's 'Record Season' vinyl captures eight of the most defining moments from the club's inaugural A-League season
