‘Best’ Kiwi cover band playing free in Paeroa

“One of the best” Kiwi cover bands is taking time out of their North Island tour to play a free concert in Paeroa, coinciding with a Hauraki Whānau Day that’s been planned to lift the spirits of locals.
It’s been a tough few years for families, says one of the organisers, Rino Wilkinson, and so he and fellow Paeroa Bluelight committee member Jo Tilsley decided to fashion a Whānau Day that was fun – and free.
The event then expanded when a local businessman and Bluelight supporter arranged for a well-known band to come to town.
Dubbed White Chapel Jak, the touring Kiwi artists will now take centre stage following the Whānau Day, held at Paeroa Domain on April 16.
“They’re one of the best cover bands going around,” Rino says, “and they cater to everyone, all ages and all genres of music.
“We’ll get kids dancing, mums and dads singing… The hardest part will be trying to get them to go home afterwards.”
The core members Bonnie Hurunui, Nathan Boston, and Dean Tinning will be joined by a host of the nation’s top musos, while the Whānau Day will feature food, bouncy castles, and games.
“It’s a great initiative and we’ve got to have fun and laughter; we’ve got to enjoy ourselves,” Rino says. “And why not be a part of a community that wants to celebrate having fun?”
DETAILS: Rino and the organisers are calling on residents throughout the Hauraki to be a part of the special event, with the free Hauraki Whānau Day kicking off at 1pm, and the White Chapel Jak performance starting at 3pm on Sunday, April 16 at Paeroa Domain.