Whangarei Night Lights Festival
A family-friendly night time event for all ages. Walk-through and experience more than 2,500 square metres of natural spaces, waterways and buildings lit with over 1 kilometre of lights and art. Showcasing local Northland visual artists specialising in digital media, projection, lighting, sound and immersive experiences. Supported by Northland performers from diverse arts including fire spinning, circus, dance and entertainers.
This event is made possible by funding from Creative Communities NZ.
The event dates have been specifically chosen to coincide with the school holidays and approaching new moon for maximum night time darkness. Dress for the weather and fires across the event site will keep everyone warm!
The Whangārei Night Lights Festival will be held in the second week of the July 2022 school holidays.
6pm - 9pm Wednesday 20th July
6pm - 9pm Thursday 21st July
6pm - 9pm Friday 22nd July
Tickets available at -
www.whangareilights.com...
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One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
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Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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