Welly Music History Walk
Explore Wellington’s rich music history on a stroll through the city with award-winning music writer Nick Bollinger.
Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes – and don’t forget to bring some water!
Walk begins at Willis Street Hibernian Building and ends outside The Rogue & Vagabond.
Meet your host: Nick Bollinger is a writer, broadcaster and critic, with a focus on music and social history. He has been a columnist for the Listener and the voice of Radio New Zealand’s The Sampler. His latest book, Jumping Sundays: The Rise and Fall of the Counterculture in Aotearoa New Zealand was awarded Best Illustrated Non-Fiction in the 2023 Ockham Book Awards. In 2023 he was the Lilburn Research Fellow, and he is currently working on a collection of essays about New Zealand music and national myths.
Health & Safety
A reasonable level of fitness is needed for the walking tour. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring water. We will have a first aid kid available.
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