Look To The Stars News: Anika Moa

Hayley Westenra To Perform At Celebrity Charity Gala Dinner In New Zealand

Wed, 04 May 2011 12:00:00 +0000

One of the biggest nights on the New Zealand music calendar, the Raukatauri Gala Dinner, is proud to announce another streak of star power to its stellar 2011 line-up.

As part of her long awaited return home, classical star and Raukatauri Music Therapy Trust patron Hayley Westenra will perform at this year’s event. And Kenny Rogers has donated a signed guitar to the evening’s auction.

In one of his first public performances since his recent cycling accident, Don McGlashan’s performance will also be a must-see. Don and Hayley will take the stage alongside some of New Zealand’s finest artists including Tim Finn, Anika Moa, Opshop’s Jason Kerrison, Lawrence Arabia and Nesian Mystik.

Robin Williams Show To Benefit Earthquake Victims In New Zealand

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Robin Williams is in New Zealand this week, and will donate 100% of the proceeds from his Christchurch shows to victims of September’s devastating earthquake in the city.

“It is devastating what has happened in Christchurch but from what I have learnt, the people there are incredibly resilient,” said Williams. "The first quake of 7.1 would have been traumatic enough but I understand that since then, the people of Christchurch have experienced close to 3,000 after-shocks.

“That is an unimaginable trauma to have to endure. I hope this donation will go some way to helping the extensive rebuilding effort in the city.”

Dave Dobbyn To Headline New Zealand Earthquake Charity Concert

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 12:30:00 +0000

New Zealand music legend Dave Dobbyn is set to headline a massive charity concert to help victims of the devastating earthquake that hit the country on September 4.

Band Together will be held at Hagley Park in Christchurch – the South Island city where the quake struck – on October 23, and will feature some big names on the Kiwi music scene, including Anika Moa, Bic Runga, Opshop and the Exponents.

“It’s not easy to organize,” said promoter Paul Ellis. “It’s a huge effort to organize a gig like this but it’s a no-brainer. We really want to do it for Canterbury, for the residents of Canterbury, and it was very easy to galvanize the musicians behind it.”

New Zealand Singer Auctions Lifetime Pass For Charity

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:30:00 +0000

New Zealand singer Anika Moa joined with Women’s Refuge last week for a special charity auction.

The singer put up for auction a Life Pass, which included 2 tickets to every Anika Moa show for the rest of her career, a signed guitar, a copy of every album she has and ever will release, and an assortment of merchandise.

New Zealand’s Women’s Refuges provide 24 hour support, advocacy and accommodation for women and their children experiencing family violence.

Earth Hour Extends To All Corners Of The Planet

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:30:00 +0000

Several of New Zealand’s best loved singers will perform an hour-long acoustic concert live on radio to raise awareness of Earth Hour.

On Saturday, March 28, between 8.30pm – 9.30pm, people around the world are being encouraged to switch their lights off in a bid to reach the target of one billion people who are committed to fighting climate change. And to celebrate, Dave Dobbyn, Anika Moa, Op Shop and many more will perform live on More FM and be broadcasted around the country.

“In recognition of the importance of addressing issues such as climate change, MediaWorks is delighted to be supporting WWF New Zealand and their Earth Hour campaign across both our television and radio brands,” said Brent Impey, CEO of MediaWorks. “We look forward to doing our bit to get as many New Zealanders as possible to participate on the night.”

Kiwi Stars Record Charity Song

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:00:00 +0000

Some of New Zealand’s best known international stars have recorded a new song to raise money for children in need.

Anika Moa, and Opshop have joined together for a version of Dave Dobbyn’s award winning song Beside You to raise money for the Raukatauri Music Therapy Trust, a charity that provides music therapy for special needs children of school age and younger in New Zealand.

“Everyone was there with the best of intent,” said Jason Kerrison, lead singer for Opshop. “It’s all about helping children with special needs, and knowing this helps you drive yourself and be there in the best capacity.”