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Join Jaden for the final HBDJ Weekly Update. Reflect on the past year's growth, new weekend availability for gigs, and the exciting transition to monthly updates.

Catch up on the latest from HBDJ in our Week 52 update! Reflecting on an incredible year, local gigs, a sunny Pilot Bay car rig session, and upcoming events including the Opus & Friends Promo and a Halloween Drag Night at Miss Gee’s.

Looking for a DJ in Tauranga? Learn what makes a great DJ and meet the Homebrewed DJs team, providing weddings, parties and events across the Bay of Plenty.

HBDJ Weekly Update - Week 50: Celebrating New Beginnings! A New Chapter Begins Hey there! Another week has flown by. Behind the scenes, a lot has been happening. Both of us have been transitioning into new jobs over the past month. As we step into the new year, we should be fully settled into our new roles. My new position opens up every Friday and Saturday, which means more opportunities to get out and DJ! I’m excited about this change. Plus, I now have a structured roster,

Recap a lively weekend of DJ sets at Miss Gee’s, Rita’s, and Brew Co., birthday celebrations, and upcoming events, with a nod to Opus & Friends tickets still available. Stay tuned via social media for more.

Discover HBDJ’s Week 48 recap, featuring Opus’ farewell headline show, the thrilling Astrolabe DJs Battle, and the bittersweet final open decks in Tauranga. Celebrate local music talent and upcoming events in this weekly update.

HBDJ Week 46 Update, Final Open Decks. And what we've been upto the past week

Week 45 of the HBDJ journey sees Michael starting a new role, an epic Apres Ski-themed 40th birthday celebration at Hide in Mount Maunganui, and exciting news as we lock in the date for our final Open Decks event.

HBDJ Weekly Update - Week 44, Now feels like the right time for one final Open Decks before we sign off... for now. Not forever.

Stay updated with Homebrewed DJs in Week 43! From a lively night at Rita’s to exciting upcoming gigs and our first double booking milestone, discover the latest happenings and future plans in the Bay of Plenty music scene.

Catch HBDJ at Rita’s next Saturday for groovy house and local rippers, plus a recap of the Open Decks at Mount Tavern. Support Tauranga’s underground music community. HBDJ Weekly Update - Week 42

HBDJ Weekly Update - Week 41 behind the scenes at Homebrewed DJs – from business admin and enquiries to Open Decks updates, Brew Co visits, and everything in between.

Open Decks is back, Auckland got loud, and Miss Gee's delivered the vibes. Catch up on everything happening in Week 40 with Homebrewed DJs.

HBDJ Weekly Update Week 39: Homebrewed's Ltd company transition is complete, a recap of Rita's, upcoming Open Decks on 18 July, and a sneak peek at what's coming next.

After working the Te Puke High School Ball, we were reminded that being a great school ball DJ has very little to do with just “playing bangers” — and everything to do with reading the room, understanding boundaries, and creating an experience that feels inclusive, safe, and unforgettable.

Weekly HBDJ update - Week 37 featuring July Open Decks highlights, Rita’s recap, a personal mix drop, and reflections on the importance of grassroots venues in NZ.

HBDJ Weekly Update Week 36 recaps another successful Open Decks event and looks ahead to upcoming gigs at Rita's.

HBDJ Weekly Update Week 35 featuring Crown Control set releases and preparations for June Open Decks in Tauranga.

HBDJ Weekly Update Week 34 featuring Crown Control at Cornerstone, UK garage, hard techno, drum and bass, and another huge night for Homebass NZ.

Whether you’re brand new, finding your feet, or just looking for a supportive space to play music publicly, Open Decks Tauranga is about community first, skills and confidence follow naturally.