Save Neck of the Woods

For eleven years, Neck of the Woods has been a core pillar of Karangahape Road’s creative communities. They have provided a nurturing ground for countless musicians, bands, DJs, performers and collectives - always leading with integrity, manaakitanga and a genuine love for the communities they provide for.

Like a lot of music venues, Neck of the Woods has been struggling since Covid and this year has just gotten harder. Sold out shows don’t always mean a club is doing well, as they survive mostly on bar sales. In the midst of a cost of living crisis, and with a lack of funding for music venues, this business model is not working.

When it was announced that Neck of the Woods would be closing their doors next week, there was a massive outpouring of love and disbelief. Their space and sound system are unmatched, but more than anything it is the people who work there. The team at Neck of the Woods are some of the most kind, hard-working, funny, loving, nurturing people we have ever had the pleasure of working with. They have cultivated a space that bridges communities in Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa and to the world.

We can’t let Neck of the Woods close. After speaking directly to the team, we’ve learned that it would take $150k to keep the doors open. If everyone who's shown their support over the last few days gives just $25, we could save this precious space.