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Rhythm and Vines Says Goodbye | Auckland News
After 25 years of ringing in the New Year with music, magic, and memories, Rhythm and Vines is calling it quits at Waiohika Estate — leaving locals heartbroken and the local economy reeling. For longtime fans like Helayna and Joss, who’ve hosted guests and booked their homes every year since 2003, it’s more than a festival — it’s a community heartbeat. With a reported $4–5 million economic boost last year alone, the event’s departure hits hard. Organizers cite rising costs and logistics, but locals mourn the loss of an iconic cultural anchor. Still, with beaches, surf, and food on tap…
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