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Pauanui Beach knows how to throw a party – A Tribute to the 80s

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July 22, 2025

An 80s Night was hosted in the Pauanui Club.

BY LILY PAULSEN

On the last Saturday of June, an 80s Night was hosted in the Pauanui Club, the perfect outing for the community to get their jig on and dress up to the 1980s theme.

The night swung into action as the band kicked off with groovy 80s music, played and sung to perfection by the live band, “Frisky Business”, who are Auckland based, covering songs from the 80s, from Madonna to Whitney Housten.

The band focuses on delivering highly entertaining performances, nights full of energy and fun. They aim to not only sing songs but take you back to the 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s and embody the times of the ages. The seasoned musicians-vocalists, Huz and Lauren Filer, guitarist/sax player, John McNab, drummer, Christian Brenk, and keyboardist, Daryl Cogger rocked the night away as bursts of colour darted across the room and the crowds draped in colourful 80s clothing joined in.

The people sang along to well-known classics like “Take on me”, “I want to dance with somebody” and “Girls just want to have fun”. Some people took to the dance floor swiftly but the amazing vocals and strong beats took no time to draw everyone in and soon the whole room was buzzing, including the staff. Lights trickled along the walls and fluorescent colours bled over the dancefloor, creating an enticing evening full of wonder and joy

The best dressed and best dancers were announced, awarded to the well-deserved participants Darrel Daiz, and Nicky, his sister. Daiz also received a special “Happy Birthday” from the crowd.

Disco balls hung from the ceiling, fairy lights danced through the room and drinks were enjoyed on the tables decorated with candles and coloured confetti.

There were many well thought out costumes, ranging from leg warmers and Joe-Dirt hair dos. Many rocked with the side ponytails, frizz and coloured mohawks – a fantastic fun night for everyone.