Bubbly fun at Kidzone

More than 11,000 people are expected to attend Kidzone Festival in Invercargill over the next five days. The event, which began yesterday at James Hargest College, is in its 14th year.

Anastahsia Whaitiri (6) plays with bubbles during the school holiday event. The theme for this year's festival is ''Around the World'', and the event has incorporated new ways to experience diverse cultures, while embracing the many cultures already in Southland. Venture Southland events co-ordinator Claire Blau said it offered a ''unique'' experience for families. 

-By Sharon Reece