A great occasion to do good

An evening concert is being staged to enable locals to contribute towards life-saving humanitarian efforts in Ukraine - while enjoying a great occasion of food, drink and music in the heart of our community.

Popular touring musicians Toucan (Karen Davy/Ken Strong) and Mark Taipari headline the Concert for Ukraine in Te Puna on Saturday 30th July, supported by rising local stars.

Singer/songwriter Karen has notched 27 awards including the Silver Scroll, and Agnew Award for Excellence at the Variety Artists Club Benny Awards.

She set a Guinness World Record for singing non-stop for 48 hours, appeared on Stars In Their Eyes as Dolly Parton, and fronts Dreams The Fleetwood Mac Experience.

Karen’s international duet partner Ken (Third Movement, Desperadoes Eagles Tribute) is sought after for diverse guitar and vocals ranging from rock, blues, jazz, country, and pop from the ‘50s to today. Michael Van Lieshout performed at One Love with L.A.B. last year. Jake C appeared on TV’s 60 Seconds in March. The Ōmokoroa locals will be joined by Cybele Chapman of Pāpāmoa College, who recently won the chance to perform her own original song with the NZ Symphony Orchestra in Wellington next month.

Lizard News is joining Cathy Lines of Ōmokoroa in organising the event, partnered with Happy Puku catering, and kindly sponsored by Brent Trueman of Bayleys.

Te Puna Memorial Hall is being provided at no rental cost as a community contribution.

The event is halfway to selling out. Door sales may not be available. See Page 3 or call Cathy on 021 033 7707 to buy $60 tickets or donate a prize.