Young NZ band Borderline played a great set during Rhythm and Vines.
For locals working Gisborne’s Rhythm and Vines, the event can sometimes be a family affair.
Amid an atmosphere not dampened by the lingering mud from a dousing of rain earlier in the week, the Gisborne Herald met Gisborne siblings Eruera Wharehinga, Harawira Matahiki, Kerry-Ann Matahiki, Jess Emery, who have allbeen working security.
“All the campers are respectful,” they said.
Siblings working security for Rhythm and Vines: Eruera Wharehinga, left, Harawira Matahiki, Kerry-Ann Matahiki, Jess Emery. Photo / Anne-Marie de Bruin
Brothers Tikirau and James Edmonds were working in waste management together, while their other brother was working the bar.
Gisborne siblings working on waste management during Rhythm and Vines Tikirau Edmonds, left, and James Edmonds. They also had another brother working at the bar. Photo / Anne-Marie de Bruin
Many had attended the event before and were happy to help out.
Premium campers’ site manager Jorden Akroyd and Rongomai Lee-Kutia said they really loved helping the young people who visit the site every year.
Premium camp manager Jorden Akroyd (left), and Rongomai Lee-Kutia. Photo / Anne-Marie de Bruin
Gisborne business The Jolly Roger was serving their coffee and muffins at the event for the third time, according to owner Roger White.
He was looking forward to hearing the performance of NZ band L.A.B that evening.
Gisborne business the Jolly Roger was at the festival for the third year. Pictured are Abby Harvey, left, Miere White and Roger White. Photo / Anne-Marie de Bruin
Campers, preparing for another big afternoon and night on Tuesday after getting performances from Turnstile and Kid Cudi, still wore smiles.
Freddie Walker, Phoenix Pitman, Iris Kerrison, Louella Herd, Daisy Mason and Minka Braunias had made the journey down from Auckland.
“It’s what you make of it” was their view on still having fun in the rain and mud the night before.
Rhythm and Vines campers who had come down from Auckland were from left Freddie Walker, Phoenix Pitman, Iris Kerrison, Louella Herd, Daisy Mason and Minka Braunias. Photo / Anne-Marie de Bruin
“Haven on site” is a safe space area located next to St John and other medical services, with couches and a place to chill for attendees.
Manager Rose, of Auckland, said it was “for those who may need some support”.
Volunteer helpers, mostly overseas travellers, helped her run it.
At the Haven at Rhythm and Vines, where people go to chill and rest during the festival, were volunteers Hugo and Charly, manager Rose and volunteer Charlotte.
Performances, meanwhile, are of course why all the gig goers come to Gisborne.
Rapper Kid Cudi and rock band Turnstile from Monday night were among the crowd favourites as of Tuesday, but they have been followed by strong contenders in Maribou State, L.A.B, and Lee MVtthews.
Kid Cudi performed at Rhythm and Vines in Gisborne.
Young NZ band Borderline, back from touring for their EP release earlier this year, put on a good set in the afternoon on Tuesday.
Wednesday saw sunshine return to the region, just in time for the big New Year night with sets from reggae band Corrella, hip hop group Home Brew, Wilkinson and more.
