'First Night' to greet first light of 2003

Seven hours of entertainment will see in the New Year at Auckland's Aotea Centre - an alcohol-free event aimed at encouraging families into the city centre in a safe and enjoyable environment filled with sound, light and indigenous art.

First Night Auckland 2003 will feature bands, a Pasifika area featuring crafts and performance, Pacific and Asian Rim displays and performance, and a stage devoted to up-and-coming talent.

The event - inside and outside the Aotea Centre - begins at 6pm on December 31, with the entry foyer specially transformed to create "a sensational journey for those who enter".

Contact: Richard Green

(09) 307 5626

email richardg@the-edge.co.nz

First Night