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      Beaches, wineries and Art Deco. The Hawke's Bay has a diverse economy, including business services that support its sectors to be the second largest contributor to regional GDP in the country. A popular tourist destination, the region has some of the countries best restaurants as well as stunning scenery, markets and festivals.

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      The Bay of Plenty is officially New Zealand's sunniest destination, enjoying short-lived winters and long summer days. The Region offers some of the country's most spectacular views and many ways to enjoy the pristine scenery and natural wonders. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Bay's Māori heritage and pre-European roots.

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      The Waikato is known for its rolling plains, fertile land and the mighty Waikato River. The region is the fourth largest regional economy in New Zealand, with a strong focus on primary production and associated manufacturing.

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      Welcome to Whanganui. This is our place; where history is full of stories, legends and rich legacy. Where a thriving arts scene, creativity and evolving culture inspire our modern lives. Where breath-taking natural landscapes capture imaginations at every turn.

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      Located in the lower North Island, Manawatu is heartland New Zealand, offering an authentic Kiwi experience.

      The main in the region are Palmerston North, most notable for Massey University. Palmerston has a vibrant, arts and culture scene.

      The region's economy is based on food production and processing, research and education. The region is also home for the New Zealand defence force.

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      Northland was originally home to some of our country's first human inhabitants. Today, it is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand and home to nearly 189,000 people. Rich in culture and history, the region boasts a stunning natural environment.

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      Auckland Region stretches from the the beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east to the expansive beaches of the rugged west coast of the Tasman Sea. Auckland City, the largest urban area in New Zealand is considered the main economic center of New Zealand and a popular destination for international students and travellers.

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      Gisborne is a Region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for wineries and surf beaches such as Makorori. The region has maintained a strong Maori heritage. The region's economy is made up mainly of agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

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      Taranaki is a coastal and mountainous region on the western side of New Zealand's North Island. Its landscape is dominated by Mount Taranaki, its namesake volcano, which lies within the rainforested Egmont National Park.

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      Marlborough Region is on the north-eastern corner of the South Island. The region is well known for its winemaking industry, and the Marlborough Sounds, an extensive network of coastal waterways, peninsulas and islands.

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      Southland is New Zealand’s most southerly region and includes the World Heritage ranked Fiordland National Park.

      The region's only city Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life with wide streets, little traffic, spacious parks and gardens, striking Victorian and Edwardian architecture and impressive sporting facilities including New Zealand’s first indoor velodrome. Southland's location is such that views of Aurora Australis or the Southern Lights are common.

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South Waikato music festival a New Zealand first

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This weekend will be all about That Weekend in South Waikato.

In what will be the first of its kind in New Zealand, some of the country’s top artists will perform during a two day camping music festival surrounded by natural hot spring spas, 9-hole golf, tennis courts, restaurant, pub, and native forest at the historic Okoroire Hotel near Tīrau.

The likes of Mild Orange, Wax Mustang, Hollie Smith, Eno X Dirty, Bontempo, and Sly Chaos are set to see 1300 people fill the grounds with fans given access to all of the 1889 hotel’s facilities.

That Weekend is the brainchild of NexGen Touring co-owners James Bristow and Kurt Barker who have previously worked with some of New Zealand’s biggest festivals including Bay Dreams, One Love, and Soundsplash. Their first festival The Longline Classic, held in Gisborne last Labour Weekend, sold out and That Weekend is expected to follow suit.

Barker said the South Waikato’s central locality made it the perfect spot for the unique festival.

“James and I both being from Gisborne are constantly travelling and we thought it was an incredible space,” he said.

“We had huge success with The Longline Classic and following that we thought this space has a lot of potential. It’s surrounded by Central North Island cities, there is nothing over a two-hour drive.”

He said Covid-19 travel restrictions were having a positive impact on New Zealand music.

“In previous years some of the biggest names in the world have been coming to New Zealand music festivals but now that borders are closed all these spaces are now open for New Zealand artists and I think it’s great,” he said.

“The New Zealand festival market has realised that some of these artists are world-class. They are bloody amazing and are still selling out festivals.”

Barker said whilst they are starting off small, the economic impact long term for the district could be significant.

“Auckland has definitely been our top-selling city but people are also coming from Mount Maunganui, Hamilton and quite a few from Christchurch which is really cool to see,” he said.

“It can be hard to get people to come from cities to places they essentially know nothing about but I think once they do come and see this place and have a good time it will put us in good stead to grow it next year.

“We’ve seen the economic impact The Longline Classic and Rhythm and Vines has had on Gisborne and that is what we are trying to drive for the South Waikato. If these things work then everyone wins massively in smaller regional towns.”

That Weekend will be held from January 30-31. Tickets can be purchased at ticketfairy.com

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