Kauri Quakes

Kia ora whānau, After much discussion over the last 24 hours, we have made the difficult decision to cancel Kauri Quakes this weekend. While this is disappointing after a year of hard work, the safety of our community and the preservation of the land remain our top priorities. Although the initial storm has begun to clear, the predicted weekend weather, current site conditions, and our remote location make cancellation the best course of action. However, we are pleased to announce an alternative event this weekend: a warehouse rave at a secret location 20 minutes from the Auckland CBD. The address will be sent to ticket holders at 12:00 PM on the day of the event, January 24th. This event will feature the full PDC rig, our headliners @mysticstate and @paigejulia.music , and the best of our local and out-of-town artists. Your ticket options are as follows: - Option 1: Receive a $70 refund and join us at the Auckland venue (2:00 PM Saturday, January 24th – 5:00 AM Sunday). - Option 2: Opt for no refund and use your ticket for the Auckland show. This last-minute event has been costly, and any additional contributions will help ensure the future of Kauri Quakes. - Option 3: Receive a full refund and ticket cancellation. You will receive a separate email from Ticket Fairy outlining how to select your preferred option. If you do not have a ticket but would like to join us in Auckland, limited door sales will be available for $80 cash. Thank you for your understanding. We hope to be back in the trees next year, bigger and better.

Today’s the day! Key reminders: - Doors open: 2:00 PM - Show ends: 5:00 AM Sunday - Address will be sent to ticket holders We encourage you to arrive early and stay late to support all of our amazing artists. Pass-outs are allowed during the night, but please bring whatever you need to be comfortable and stay the whole night. Hell Yes: - Please have your ticket ready - BYO food and water - Good vibes only ✨ - $80 cash for door sales - R18 (ID required) Hell No: - No weapons - No fires, fireworks, or gas bottles - No glass - No animals - No EFTPOS (cash only) - No bad vibes We also want to say a huge thank you to everyone for the amazing support we have had in light for having to cancel the festival - small communities like ours don’t survive without the level of love and support you have all shown. See you in the dance PDC 💙💚

Alrighty team here we have it! We are excited to announce the updated lineup for the @kauri_quakes warehouse edition! After a lot of work behind the scenes to secure a new venue and get this event off the ground, we are ready to go. The secret location is just 20 minutes from the Auckland CBD and will be sent to all ticket holders on the day of the gig. If you would like to purchase a ticket and help us recoup some of our recent losses, you can find the link in our bio. Please also join our event page and Facebook group for more information and updates.

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📣 Headliner Highlight 📣 She’s needs almost no introduction! @paigejulia.music is a creature that lives on an island in the South Pacific Ocean that spends her time tinkering with sound machines. Whilst a well-known force in Aotearoa’s underground bass music scene for some time, Paige Julia is now being embraced by the global music community as one of the very profound artists emanating from Aotearoa. She has released music with 1985 Music (UK), Deep Dark & Dangerous (US/NZ), Drum&BassArena (UK), Unchained Recordings (HK), Samsara Beats (US), MalLabel Music (US), Forest Biz (UK), Uncomfortable Beats (AU) and Totally Roasted (NZ) as well as a self released album titled “Morphling” that awarded her “Best Electronic Artist” at the 2021 Aotearoa Music Awards. Her music is inspired by the many shades of underground bass culture, navigating the grey area between breakbeat, dubstep, techno, jungle and hip hop. Paige spends her summer time adventuring across Aotearoa New Zealand from festival to festival, delivering the world’s freshest bass music intertwined with her own productions. For the winter months a whirlwind club circuit takes hold as she visits any city with a sound system, keeping a busy schedule of developing music for performance and enjoying the process of sharing the experience of dance, frequency and emotion. As the world opened back up she entered the international arena with yearly full club and festival tours of Australia and performances in Spain and the UK in 2023. Outside of performance, Paige has spent many years nurturing the next generation of electronic artists and performers of Aotearoa. Working alone or with other professionals she has impacted the trajectory of hundreds of new artists, by breaking down the difficult technical side of electronic music production and DJing. Explaining concepts in ways that are accessible to beginners and de-mystifying DAW’s, DJ equipment and production jargon. Catch her playing 1230am -2am PDC stage.

🌿⚡ KAURI QUAKES FESTIVAL — THIS WEEKEND! ⚡🌿 So excited to announce that I’ll be hosting Kauri Quakes Festival this weekend 🎤✨ I’ll be keeping things flowing on the mic across the day and jumping in for a few tracks with some of my favourite DJs. Expect good vibes, big tunes, and a whole lot of love for the dancefloor 💃🔥 Kauri Quakes always brings together an epic community, incredible artists, and that special magic you only get when the bass hits just right under the trees 🌲💚 Come say hi, have a dance, and let’s make some noise! See you on the grass! #KauriQuakes #FestivalWeekend #MCVibes #NZMusic #DancefloorEnergy #CommunityAndCulture

We are lucky enough to have Care Crew helping us out this year. So before we head into the event here is a message from the team <3 A great doof is one where everyone feels safe and welcome. We all share responsibility for creating that atmosphere at Kauri Quakes. Be mindful of how you show up on the dancefloor. Reflect on your privilege, biases, and behavior. There is zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or bullying of any kind — including racism, transphobia, homophobia, ableism, sexism, classism, body shaming, or other dehumanizing behavior. Anyone engaging in this will be removed. Respect consent at all times. Always ask before touching someone and respect their answer. Consent must be explicit, informed, and freely given — silence or lack of a “no” is not consent, and it can be withdrawn at any time. Coercion, pressure, or manipulation is never consent. Sexualized comments, staring, or unwanted attention are not okay. Do not take photos or videos of people without their consent. Flash photography is disruptive — if you’re unsure, don’t take the photo. If you experience or witness harassment or non-consensual behavior, know it is never your fault. Care Crew are here to help. If you feel unsafe or see something concerning, look for two Care Crew members roaming in purple hi-vis vests with a smiley face, or visit the Care Crew gazebo near the main stage. You can approach us anytime or ask someone to radio us.

📣 Headliner Highlight 📣 Living in Bristol, UK, @mysticstate is a well respected electronic music production duo, forged from the creative minds of William Marquiss and Mike Holliday. Their journey began in the early 2000’s during their formative teenage years, collecting records and performing on pirate radio stations within the world of turntablism. An obsession for music led them to an impassioned dive into music production where Mystic State was born. Mystic State is celebrated for their emotive and crystal clear productions that are immediately identifiable, marked by a signature blend that captures the essence of late 90’s jungle, dub, and ambient electronica. Their art is a tapestry of sound experiences, woven with film dialogue and meticulously placed samples that evoke a rich, textured soundscape. Never ones to limit their escape routes musically, the pair tend to jump between genres blurring the lines. between sounds and ultimately creating their unique sonic experience that is not only heard across the globe but felt. The pair are excelling into 2025 with more plans to shake up electronic music for generations to come with exciting projects landing on their respected in-house record labels. Catch them playing 11pm-1230am on the PDC stage.

💚 KEY EVENT INFORMATION 💙 Getting There 🚗 The site is about 1.5 hours from Auckland CBD. The exact address will be emailed to ticket holders on Friday. Please fuel up beforehand — the last station is GAS Pukekawa. Roads are narrow and winding farm roads, so drive carefully and be respectful of locals. Entry Info 🎟️ NO TICKET, NO ENTRY Gates are open Saturday from 9:30am to 9:00pm. No entry or exit is permitted after 9:00pm. Gates will reopen Sunday at 9:00am. Ticket Access - Please screenshot or print your ticket prior to arrival, as there is no mobile reception on site. Camping and Parking 🏕️ Camping Options Car camping is allowed. Tent campers must park in the designated parking area. Campervans require a valid Campervan Pass due to limited space. Space Please be considerate and only use the space you need. Event Staff Follow all crew instructions and treat staff with respect to help keep the event safe and running smoothly. Hell Yes 👍 • Screenshot your ticket — no cell service on site • BYO water (refill stations available) • BYO food + snacks (food stall 12–9pm, cash only) • Respect others — unsafe behaviour won’t be tolerated • Leave no trace — take all rubbish home • Cash only — no reception, no EFTPOS Hell No 🚫 • No cell reception — plan ahead • No weapons • No fires, fireworks, or gas bottles • No glass • No animals • No music in campsites — use the dance floor Good vibes only ✨ Consent 🫂 Consent is essential — always ask and always respect the answer. Only a clear, enthusiastic “yes” means yes. Anything else means no. This is a space where everyone deserves to feel safe, welcome, and respected. No touching, photos, or interaction without consent. Boundaries are not a buzzkill — they are fundamental to respect. Look out for one another. If something doesn’t feel right, check in or seek support.

🔥Live Dub Armagideon ft Taiwan Mc Available now on all platforms 🔊@blackbone_hifi 🔗Link in bio @hottodayy @ericasynths @benidub.audio @lexicon_pro @soundcraftmixers #dub #soundsystem #newmusic #musica #livemusic

Set time are here! Come early and party late, don’t miss any of these amazing artists 💚💙 Key event info dropping, and you in the paddock!

We're proud to team up with @planetsauce.radio to run this ticket giveaway. To WIN A DOUBLE PASS to @kauri_quakes 2026' - simply tell us why you should win. EZ! Planet Sauce is an online radio station featuring the very best in underground music. Check them out and give them a follow at @planetsauce.radio Tickets will be drawn on Planet Sauce radio and @kauri_quakes Insta on the Wednesday the 20th. GOOD LUCK!