Enthusiastic crowd taps in time to Beat Girls

The Beat Girls were a hit, performing their signature catchy tunes to an adoring audience at Askerne Winery in Havelock North, yesterday. Photo/Glenn Taylor

New Zealand's grooviest group was back for another crowd pleasing concert at Askerne Winery this weekend.

The Beat Girls played a set list of well-known hits - from the Andrews Sisters to ABBA - as the sun set over Havelock North, yesterday.

Their catchy tunes outrageous costumes and choreography had people crowding the stage.

Askerne Winery hosted the event in conjunction with Stortford Lodge Rotary Club as a fundraiser for local charities.

Co-ordinator Roger Bull estimated there would have been between 1100 and 1200 tickets sold.

"The weather has been spectacular and everyone's [had] a good time," he said.

"In the past we have been employed to run the concert, this time we have gone in partnership - Askerne provides the venue, we do the rest.

"All money goes back into the community."

Mr Bull had enlisted the Beat Girls' talents for past events and knew they would have the desired appeal.

"We have brought them here three or four times, people really seem to like them, especially at this venue where they can get up and dance."

Last night's audience was varied but included plenty of families.

"The venue can take in excess of 2000, but as it [was] people [were] comfortable, with lots of room to spread out."