JUST BECAUSE TOUR - Steve & Ainsley Apirana

Schedule

Thu Oct 16 2025 at 09:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

215 Devonport Rd, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand | Tauranga, BP

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🎢 Just Because Tour – Steve & Ainsley Apirana 🎢
A soulful evening of music, storytelling, and connection with one of Aotearoa’s most beloved musical duos.
✨ Part of Holy Trinity Tauranga’s 150th Anniversary Celebrations – Event Two ✨
Join us as we continue to mark 150 years of community, worship, and shared life through an unforgettable night of music and meaning.
🎸 Steve Apirana
Originally from the Bay of Plenty, Steve Apirana is a legendary Māori bluesman whose musical journey began in the iconic 1970s rock band Butler. Renowned for his rich gospel-blues style and deeply heartfelt performances, Steve has toured internationally, captivating audiences with music that speaks straight from the soul.
🎀 Ainsley Apirana
A talented singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Ainsley brings depth, warmth, and lyricism that beautifully complements Steve’s sound. Together, they’ve performed across New Zealand, Australia, and beyond β€” from festivals to prisons, churches to cafΓ©s β€” sharing powerful messages of faith, life, and hope.
πŸ“ Venue: Holy Trinity Tauranga
πŸ“… Date: Thursday, 16 October 2025
πŸ•– Time: 7:00 PM (Venue opens at 6:00 PM | Auditorium doors open at 6:30 PM)
🎟️ Tickets: $10 (waged) / $5 (unwaged)
πŸ“§ Bookings: https://www.httvenues.nz/event-details/just-because-tour-steve-ainsley-apirana
🍽️ Food and drinks available for purchase
πŸ’« Come β€œjust because”… and leave deeply moved.🎢
Music that’s honest, raw, and uplifting β€” it speaks straight to the soul.
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215 Devonport Rd, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand, 215 Devonport Rd, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand, Tauranga

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