Rhythm and Vines is a multi-day music festival held every summer at Waiohika Estate in Gisborne, attracting up to 30,000 festival-goers and featuring around 100 top Kiwi and international music acts. Hato Hone St John has provided essential medical services for this event since 2006.
With crowds of 25,000 to 30,000 people, risks include drug use, excessive alcohol consumption, and the challenges of outdoor camping. Adverse weather and the event’s remote location further increase the need for medical attention.
Over the years, Hato Hone St John have treated thousands of festival-goers for a range of conditions, including skin injuries, sprains, fractures, intoxication, eye injuries, asthma, and both conscious and unconscious drug or alcohol overdoses. We also treat blisters, headaches, and various pre-existing conditions.
Given its isolated location on the eastern edge of the North Island, our onsite medical facility plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of attendees. Each year, we deploy a dedicated team of medical professionals, from admin and triage officers to Critical Care Paramedics and Doctors, to provide expert care when it's needed most