Smokefreerockquest and Showquest Regional Finals 2025 - Taranaki, Rotorua, Marlborough, Manukau, Auckland Central, Wellington, Manawatū

The second round of Smokefreerockquest and Showquest 2025 webisodes has dropped – and they’re packed with moments you don’t want to miss. From the mosh pit mayhem in Taranaki to the creative fire of Rotorua and Marlborough, this week’s episodes spotlight the passion, originality and raw talent powering Aotearoa’s youth music and performance scenes.

We also head to Manukau and Auckland Central for high-energy nights that prove music really does bring the community together. Plus, Showquest takes centre stage in Wellington and Manawatū, where students lit up the stage (and backstage) with bold storytelling, stunning design and big creative vision.

Watch the episodes now and see why this next generation of artists, musicians and creatives is one to watch.

Taranaki

Rotorua

Marlborough

Manukau

Auckland Central

Wellington

Manawatū

Come back next week for more exciting webisodes.

Brought to life with the support of NZ On Air – backing homegrown music and the next generation of Kiwi artists.

With thanks to the Ministry of Education NZ, Ministry of Youth Development – New Zealand, ZM, Rockshop NZ, The Lion Foundation, Four Winds Foundation, Eastern & Central Community Trust and Hastings District Council.