April Fool's Day 2026

So, here we are again in this uncertain world.  Hope you're all doing OK, in spite of all things.  If not, I have some images that may help cheer you up.  Sit back, relax - until your muscles decide to spasm involuntarily - because it's time to review this year's April Fool's Day social media posts!

Usual rules apply.  No particular order.  There is no #1.  Just pure enjoyment all around.  So, let's get right into it...

 

1. BURGER WISCONSIN GOES VEGAN

This one was probably a little obvious to spot, but it's still funny either way.  I think it was the choice of photo.

 

 2. CAROUSEL CONFECTIONERY SPACE MAN STICKS ARE OUT OF THIS WORLD!

 The thought of this being a real thing is kind of gross, so if you fell for this one...why?  Still funny though.

 

 

3. COOKIE TIME - THAT EARLY-MORNING BAKING SCENT

Not gonna lie - this would be rather nice to have in real life.  Somebody should make it happen.

 

4. NIGHT 'N DAY - SMELLS LIKE THE MUNCHIES

While on the subject of scented candles, here's another one I found.  Interestingly enough, it was the post right after the one by Cookie Time.  It briefly made me wonder if the page was managed by the same person...

 

  
 5. GEEKS ON WHEELS EXPAND TO ANOTHER TERRAIN

The first of only 4 non-food pranks I'm featuring this year.  Here we see a computer tech company sailing the high seas, and I don't mean Pirate Bay.

 

 6. HORNBY - GREATER HORNBY RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION INC. ON SPEED PATROL

Are you sick and tired of sharing pools with speed demons?  Have no fear, the "Pool-ice" are here! (shout out to Gary Fox who came up with that one [see comment in screenshot]).

 

  7. JIMI JACKSON'S RETRO'S SAVOUR(Y) THE FLAVOUR

Kiwi comedian, Jimi Jackson launched a brand of drink cordials a while back called Retro's, which appear to be a hit across the country.  For this year's April Fool's Day, things got a little meaty...

 

In fact, a couple videos were also made to promote this...

Video #1

Video #2 
 

8. KFC - KENTUCKY FRIED CARROTS

I dunno.  There might be a market for these.  Maybe?  Maybe.

 

  9. LEWIS ROAD CREAMERY - COLD CHIPS, ANYONE?

Ever wondered what it would be like if your ice cream shared the same flavour as some potato chips?  Yeah, me neither.

 

10. MEXICALI FRESH FROM THE CAN

If anyone were to ever do this, they'd have to lower the price tag.  Just saying.  I can get these myself for a few dollars.

 

  11. NEW ZEALAND 1980'S MEMORIES AND 1990'S MEMORIES - ALLSORTS OF YEASTY GOODNESS

I don't know if this image was taken from an official source (RJ's Confectionery?  Sanitarium?), but this made its way to a nostalgia page/group I follow.  I like the individual products, but I don't think they'd work in real life.

 

  12. MARMITE (NZ) - SLUSHY TIME!

While on the subject of Marmite and the previous post's questionable origin, one official post from the Marmite NZ page I did find was in the form of a video.  You can watch it here.

 

 13. BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE AUSTRALIA / VEGEMITE COLLABORATION

Again, speaking of yeast spreads (popular theme this year), the Bunnings and Vegemite teams across the ditch came up with this video for their contribution towards this year's hilarity.

 

 14. ST. PIERRE'S SUSHI ENERGY BOOST

Too relaxed after a cup of miso soup?  Well, look no further!

 

  15. SUBWAY PIE?

OK, if this were real, I'd be sold.  Love pies, love meatball subs.  It's like the Cookie Time scented candle.  Somebody make this happen!

 

  16. THE AUSTRALIAN FOOD SHOP - CADBURY FLAVOURS OF AUSTRALIA

 This one is as appealing as the one about the Space Man Candy Sticks.  I understand people wanting to be one with nature, but not like this...

 

 17. THE CHEESECAKE SHOP - THOSE AREN'T CHOCOLATE CHIPS...OR ARE THEY?

Looks like the Cheesecake Shop and Lewis Road Creamery had similar ideas here.

 

18. CATNAP CAFE - HUMANS NEED WARMTH TOO

The last of the 4 non-food posts.  How can you keep a straight face while coming up with this one?  Watch the video here.

 

 19. DUMPLINGS "2 DOLLAR RICE" / ROLLICKIN GELATO

This was the first April Fool's Day post I saw, which came up the evening before.  I was suspicious at first, but kept quiet just in case I spoiled the joke.  Turns out I was right.  As it would appear, the Dumplings post was in reference to this one Rollickin Gelato.

 

 20. KIWI RETRO CROSSES THE DITCH (CRIKEY!)

Fellow friend and artist, Gary Fox (previously mentioned in the post about the pool speeding) is the founder of a YouTube channel called Kiwi Retro, where he uploads old TV commercials from way back.  For his prank, he "announced" that he has run out of ads from NZ, but happens to have a stash of Aussie ones.  Therefore, he announced his channel changing to Aussie Retro as a result, followed by uploading a couple ads from Australia to make it look authentic.

 

 

And there you have it, folks.  Another fine batch of annual hilarity.  I hope you feel better now.

 

Here's to 2027's batch being just as amusing.  Let's just make sure we all make it there first, OK?

Good Riddance, 2025

So, 2025 is over now.  All I can say is it's about time.  Not gonna lie, 2025 kind of sucked.

 

I usually do an annual review of the past year on Facebook, but I've decided not to do that anymore.  If I want to share anything of that nature, it'll be in a blog entry like this one.  However, due to so much going on with me in the past 12 months, I'll admit that this one was a bit of a blur.  So, some things won't be covered, unfortunately (or is that fortunate?).  In the meantime though, I'll do my best not to rant and rave too much with what I do remember - and what I'm ready to talk about at this time.  Bear in mind, there are still a few things going on that haven't been made public yet.  All in due time for that though.

 

Anyway, to kick things off on the most calm note possible...  WTF happened?

 

In all honesty, not a lot that I recall, at least at the beginning of the year.  Like I said, bit of a blur.

 

For starters, I've had to look at my other blogs from 2025 for reference - only 4 entries!  The year had been either so dull and boring, or so mind-numbingly hectic, I just didn't have time to say much.  But for the sake of having something to mention in this one, I'll do a little recap:

 

March: I updated my YouTube playlist for my "Forgotten Favourites" radio show by splitting them into 6 parts instead of just one.  Yup.  That was it for the first 3 months of 2025.  A good thing, but quite small too.  I did mention, though, that events took place prior to posting the blog that I couldn't talk about yet (as mentioned above), so there is that.

 

April: My reviews on funny April Fool's Day posts I found on the Internet that day, just like I did the year before.  Another positive moment, but mainly confined to a 24-48 hour timeframe.

 

July: I took a moment to reissue a bunch of my n-Somnia releases that were, until this point, deleted from my catalog.  The reissued versions, however, bear a slightly different tracklist to suit the occasion, and for other reasons as well.  Want to know more?  There's a link available that'll take you to my archived posts.  This blog entry also covered some of my future plans, but also mentioned the disappointment of a few things getting in their way.  Yeah, get used to that...

 

August: In this entry, my final one for 2025, I posted about my latest n-Somnia album release called "Night Rhythms".  What I failed to do, though, is mention the promo single that came shortly before it - called "Eat Fresh", which was made in response to a competition by Subway, who were celebrating their 60th birthday.  So, there's something positive in this one.

 

Speaking of unmentioned events, there were a few others that weren't so great, which is to be expected from 2025, I guess.

 

First of all, my father-in-law, Colin Brown, passed away back in May.  We knew for a long time that the day was coming, but he hung in there for a while.  He managed to reach age 80 in the end, which was quite the milestone for him.

 

Secondly, in the latter months, I had a major change in the tech department.  It's both bad and good.  Allow me to explain why:

 

With Microsoft doing what they did a while back with stopping support for Windows 10, it was a matter of choosing either jumping over to Windows 11 or be a part of the ESU (Extended Security Updates) for Win10.  After all I've learned about Win11, I wasn't gonna have anything to do with that, and I wasn't quite ready to part with Win10 yet, so I opted for the ESU.  Thankfully, I was able to enrol for free, so that's a bonus.  However, this would be rather short-lived, as for reasons unknown (but I suspect some foulplay in the midst), I had a major Windows error and got a blue screen, for what would be the first time in years at this point - right after setting up the ESU.  Suspicious timing, don't you think?  However, I had a plan and I'd already prepared myself for it...

 

After the PC crashed the first time (it happened more than once), I was able to make a boot disk out of a USB drive that I have.  A boot disk for a different operating system.  You may have heard of it...  Linux.  A boot disk for one called Linux Mint, to be precise (there's many different Linux systems, called "distros" - Mint is just one of them).  To be doubly sure (literally), I even made a second one, just in case.  So, by the time the second Windows crash happened, I'd had enough.  After having previously read instructions, and while using my phone for reference, I decided to use the boot disk, format the drive and start a new path in computing with a Linux-based system (oh, and I was able to backup important files before the second crash, by the way).

 

What was it like after the first installation?  Quiet.  You don't realise just how loud a Windows system truly is until you've purged it from your life.  Think about it.  No ads (unless you go to certain websites, of course), no unnecessary programs running in the background, no data mining (that's a big one right there), no bloatware, nothing.  And with it came extra speed.  If you want a faster computer, do yourself a favour and ditch Windows.  You and your PC will feel a lot better.  Of course, starting on a new operating system comes with the learning curve.  This version of Linux may look like a Windows system, but there's a lot about it that differs from the other.  I'm still learning to this day, but most of the time it's pretty much straight forward.  There is also, however, the downside of certain Windows programs not being compatible anymore.  I've heard of a program called Wine, which is supposed to help overcome that hurdle, but my experience with it so far has been quite dismal.  If that keeps up, I may have to use my second PC that's stored away just for Windows programs I can't get running on Linux.  Which, by the way, includes a lot of my games and music production software, which is a kick in the teeth.  Sure, I can run some of these things on Linux, but it's not entirely simple to achieve.  Like I said, I'm still learning. 

 

Moving on.  Everything else about 2025, however, is a little too private to go over at this point.  I don't want to disappoint anyone, but some things need permission from others before I go over any of it here.  All I can say is that it's health-related.  I hope you understand.

 

However, I can say how I feel about it all happening at once and all at the wrong times.  Let's just say, I've been putting most of my projects on hold as my role as a person (without saying too much about my personal titles) have become rather important.  While I don't mind helping out where I can, it has exhausted me to the point where I feel like I'm back at work again.  It does get to me sometimes and I do need a break, but right now that's not possible.  I'm working on it though.  As soon as I'm allowed to make things public, I'll be more clear on this subject.  Until then, I am sorry - and I'm also sorry if I seem stressed if you ever see me in person.

 

So, for now, I'll leave it there.  I'm done talking about 2025.  Some say, "We'll cross that bridge when we come to it."  In this case, I've crossed that bridge, now I'll burn it.  Unfortunately, the bitterness from the past year has overwhelmed the sweetness and has kind of leaked into 2026 already.  The year didn't end as well as hoped, which means this year hasn't had the best start either.  I'm at a point in my life now where I try not to get my hopes up anymore.  That way, when something good does happen, it'll be a surprise.  I like positive surprises.

 

To close, I mentioned on my Facebook pages about my music releases on Bandcamp.  As of a week before Christmas, every available release is now 100% free to download at your own leisure.  I also mentioned that it's not just a Christmas gift - it's a permanent decision.  In my post, I said I'd mention here that I'd explain why.  Basically, it's out of protest, in a way.  Bandcamp have changed who they prefer to pay artists through.  For a while, PayPal was the only option.  I have a PayPal account, so it worked for me.  Now it's changed to a different service.  One that I've read about since learning about the change, and I'm not too keen on what I've read about them.  So, no, I will not be creating a new payment account with them.  I'm sticking with PayPal (for now), even if it means not having revenue from my Bandcamp releases.  So, unless another option comes up that's more to my requirements, this is how it'll be from now on.  If I plan on making money from my future music projects, I'm sure I'll find a way to do it, but not right now though.  Watch this space, I guess.

 

So, up yours, 2025 - 2026, watch your step... 

"Night Rhythms" by n-Somnia

Hello everyone.  I come bringing some good news!

 

I've just released my latest n-Somnia album.  For this blog, I will give a detailed description of all the tracks that appear on it.  Usually, I do this on the n-Somnia page on Facebook, but I decided to put it here this time.  I may consider putting these descriptions here from now on.  So, let's get to it!

 

The name of the album is "Night Rhythms".  As the title suggests, this is an album designed with nightclubs in mind.  I trust many of these songs will help you get your groove on.  The title was inspired by a song by The Human League, called "Night People", in both name and sound.  Have a listen to it sometime and you'll see the kind of style I was going for.

 

While I get into the descriptions of each track, you can find the album here and listen to it while you read.

 

1. ARE YOU READY?

This one starts off with an eerie-sounding loop, and a voice clip saying, "We control the transmission", which appears again later on in the track.  Then comes the thumping kick drum beat, which is present almost throughout the song.  Some synths and a jungle beat are added.  Then after about 7 minutes of jumping around, the crowd should be in the mood for the next pumping track, which is...

 

2. NIGHT RHYTHM

The album's title track, only in singular form (the album is plural).  This one has a quirky tune that will probably become an earworm.  Then there's that hard-hitting beat again.  Some of the loops and samples used in this one come from my archive of old material that pre-dates even "Red Alert".  Something that I aim to do more often, as I think 25+ years of not being heard by anyone other than me needs to change.  This track is relatively short at 3:19 - the shortest of the entire album.

 

3. DOOF

 A techno-inspired title calls for a beat to match.  The main drum loop was created the old-fashioned way - using Hammerhead 1.0!  Multiple drum sounds programmed into the software, before saving it as a single audio loop to use in my usual mixing software later (I use Acid Pro 11, by the way).  That same quirky tune used in "Night Rhythm" makes another appearance in this track.  This was to show a connection between the 2 tracks.  The track comes to an end with a dark and sinister sounding loop as the drum beat fades.  That same loop then becomes the intro to the next song.

 

4. IT'S NOT YOU...IT'S HIM

The outro of "Doof", as mentioned before, is the intro to this song.  It fades out as the drum beats kick in.  Soon after, a guitar loop comes in, giving it a little bit of an upbeat "western" feel.  I didn't have the Wild West in mind when creating this song.  It just sounded good.  As this song draws to an end, the tempo starts to slow down a little, right before the main loop for the next track begins...

 

5. TRANCELATION

I've been waiting for over 20 years to write this description.  This song started in either 2002 or 2003, but was never fully finished.  It sat on my computer for about a decade before the early version (known as "instrumental demo") saw the light of day as a B-side for my 2013 single, "Breakdance".  Since then, it's found its way onto the 20th anniversary edition of my compilation, "The Early Years".  Today, you can (finally) listen to the completed version of "Trancelation" (which is pronounced "trance-lation", FYI).  The completion of this song is actually one of the main reasons "Night Rhythms" as an album even exists.  I knew one day that I would have an album for it to fit into...and here it is.  It's a special track to me for these reasons, and the fact it captures the energy that I hoped for a couple decades ago.

 

6. PHOTO SYNTHESIZER

The first track from the album to be made, and second oldest (after "Trancelation").  This mid-tempo track features a sonic spacey sound with a deep bassline and groovy beat.  Also, it has camera sound effects somewhere in the middle of it and at the end.  The title is a pun, of course (photosynthesis).

 

7. THE ALIENS ARE DEMONS

The album closer and the main track used to promote the album.  There is a single edit of this song that is used on other websites, and will eventually appear on my next singles compilation.  To explain the title...it's a Biblical thing.  To my understanding (and it makes sense), there are no extraterrestrials like the ones we hear about or see on TV and in movies.  These are just a deceitful distraction from demons.  Think about it, that lost space of time from people who claim to have been abducted is probably just demon possession, feeding them images that lead to them believing they were on a ship being probed, etc.  As for the song itself, it starts off with some weird loops that I created in the early days, before "Red Alert".  Then the bassline comes in - another one from the early days.  The bassline was created using software called Rubber Duck, and I still have an archive of unused ones on there as well.  As the rest of the instruments come in, it kind of feels like you're in a game of "Command & Conquer", which I wasn't aiming for, but I'll take it.  Big fan of the C&C soundtrack and Frank Klepacki's work.  The song comes to an end the same way it begins, leaving you and the album on an eerie note...which I think would be perfect if you had the album on repeat...so, play it as many times as you like!

 

And there you have it.  I hope you enjoy my new release.  There will be more to come in due time.  We probably won't see anything new for the rest of 2025, as we are coming into a busy time of the year, at least for my family and I (trust me, you should see how many family birthdays there are between August and April), and that's not including the Christmas rush.

 

Let me know what you think of the new album, and which songs are your favourites. 

n-Somnia - 2025 Reissues + Future Plans

If any of you follow my n-Somnia page on Facebook, you may have noticed an announcement that I made regarding my releases on my Bandcamp page.  If not, I can now give you a recap and an update in more detail here.  So, here goes!

 

Firstly, I mentioned my future plans for the project at first, before going into the subject of re-releasing some of my back catalog that was unavailable to the public for a number of years.  Before I go into those future plans, I'll get into the topic of said reissues - and I'll explain why I've done this as I go.

 

The short version is I've re-released 7 of my past singles.  Why?  Because I wanted to show any new listeners that I've had material long before "The Awakening" album (2011).  Up until now, this album was listed on Bandcamp as my earliest release available, when in reality it was "Red Alert" (2002).  I've made these reissues to avoid confusion, basically.  But it doesn't end there.  A selected few of these reissued titles have had a slight makeover in the tracklist.  I'll explain why as I go into the detailed description.

 

My reissued titles are:

 

Red Alert (2002 single).

A Vision of Things to Come (2002 EP).

Robot Lover From Mars (2002 single).

Revolt! (2011 single).

Bio-Robots / Cruise Zone (2011 double A-side single).

Plague 99 (2011 single).

Shoulder Pads & Ankle Warmers (2012 single).

 

And now the detailed version.  Here's why I've chosen these releases...

 

RED ALERT - As my first single, I think it seems fair to include it.  I want people to know how it all began from the moment they find my page.

 

A VISION OF THINGS TO COME - Reissued for the same reason as "Red Alert", really.

 

ROBOT LOVER FROM MARS - Same reason, but also because of its success after the initial release.

 

REVOLT! - This is the first of the reissued singles to show any changes to the tracklist (as mentioned before).  In the original release, this single contained its current tracks along with the 3 versions of "Red Alert" as B-sides.  Today, this single no longer has those 3 tracks.  Instead, it only has the title song, "Chrysalis" and the remix version of "Revolt!"  This decision was mainly made because of the "Red Alert" single being reissued.

 

BIO-ROBOTS / CRUISE ZONE - Just like "Revolt!", the reissued version of the single no longer contains tracks from "The Early Years".  In this case, it no longer features "Robot Lover From Mars" or "Robot Lover Reprise" as B-sides.  It now just has the 2 A-side tracks and the remix of "Bio-Robots".  Also, if you purchase this single in full, you may find an added bonus in your download.

 

PLAGUE 99 - Again, no longer features tracks from "The Early Years".  In this case, it no longer features "Toy Store" and "Starlifter".  These songs can be found on the "Singularity" compilation album, so there was no need to keep them on this single.  The reissue only features the title track and its remix.

 

SHOULDER PADS & ANKLE WARMERS - This one goes in a slightly different direction to the other reissues, as this one is mostly the same as the original, except that it features an extra track.  The original had the title track and the demo version of "Surfing Down the Drain" as its B-side.  It now has the remix version of "Love Parade" as an extra, only this one has been placed in between the other 2 songs.

 

With all that being said, you've probably got some more questions - why aren't all the singles reissued?  Yes, there are some I've chosen not to re-release, and here's why:

 

RAINFOREST - The only B-sides featured in the original single were basically all versions of "Eliminator" (up to the year 2006) and "Electronica".  No remixes or other unreleased tracks were put on this one.  It would've been pointless re-releasing the radio edit of this track on its own when it's on the "Singularity" compilation.

 

YOUTH CULTURE - "Chrysalis" was also the B-side on this single, so it would be silly to reissue it since that song is also on "Revolt!"

 

STUPID & OBLIVIOUS - Same B-side as "Shoulder Pads & Ankle Warmers".

 

HOPE - I have other plans for the B-side of this single (demo version of "Once More"), which will also see its re-release there.  In which case, there's no point in reissuing this one.

 

BREAKDANCE - Just like "Hope", the B-side for this single (incomplete demo of "Trancelation") also has future plans.

 

GCSB - Since half of this EP was made up of previously released songs, and the 2 new ones are already on "Singularity", there's no point in reissuing this one either.

 

THE ONLY RACE IS "HUMAN" - Also featured previously released songs as B-sides, with the exception of the instrumental version.  I could've reissued this one with just the 2 title tracks, but they can be downloaded if you pay for the full version of the "Harbinger" EP anyway.

 

ROCKETCHILD (WHERE DID YOU GO?) - All B-sides were previously released songs, and the title track is on "Singularity".

 

ALL SINGLES FROM "THE EMPIRES TRILOGY" - The B-sides are available in the full purchase of each of the titles from this trilogy.

 

As for compilation albums that are no longer available, it's mainly because all the tracks are featured on other releases that are available.  For example, you won't see "X - The First Decade" anymore, as it's basically the first half of "Singularity".

 

Now that we've covered the reissues, let's cover the future plans (sorry it's taken so long to get to this part - I won't take as long for this section, promise!).

 

I've mentioned in the past that I'm planning on a 5-album project based on the songs I wrote back in high school - before I joined Supertrip.  This is still happening, but it's been delayed due to unforeseen events in my personal life (which I will cover at a later date in a future blog post).  I was originally going to release the first of the 5 albums in August or September 2025.  Because of my life events getting in the way, I haven't even been able to record anything yet, let alone rewrite the songs in question.  So, obviously, I won't be able to meet that deadline.  Very sorry for that.  It will happen though, just not soon.

 

Because of these events in life and various other changes, I've been reshuffling my list of album concepts that I've got in mind.  Some of these concepts require live instruments, but among my various other issues, there are some technical difficulties even in that area, which will take time and cost money to resolve, unfortunately.  So the live instrument albums will also have to wait along side of my previously mentioned 5-album project (which also need live instruments, by the way).

 

But there's a light at the end of this tunnel...

 

Among my planned concept albums, there are 2 that are to be mostly (if not all) digitally produced.  You know, the old-fashioned method I've been doing since 2002.  Because of this, I can actually squeeze in some time to make these 2 albums, where needed.  However, I am going to be casual about it.  There will be no rush to make the songs or release them, as I do still need to focus on what's happening in my personal life.

 

My plan is to complete both recordings before I release anything.  That way I can put them out gradually over time while I focus on other projects, among other things.  I will keep everyone up-to-date with the progress of these 2 albums as they happen.  Make sure you follow my Faceboook page to get all the news when it's announced.

 

I apologise for such a long blog entry this time.  I've clearly had a lot to say (for once).  Maybe I should post more often...haha.

 

Thanks for reading. 😁 

April Fool's Day 2025 - A Review

Well, it's that time of the year again.  I think you know the drill, so let's jump straight into it.

 

I should warn you though, that the list of hilarious April Fool's jokes this year is quite lengthy.  I'm guessing that each of these companies and people have been having a long think about what they would do this time around, and I applaud each and every one of you.

 

Remember, you can click/tap on each image to enlarge it, if needed.

 

So, let's freakin' go!

 

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1. NEW WORLD SUPERMARKETS - Wasabi Bread

This first entry came in the form of a Facebook Reel, so you'll need to click here to watch it.  If you were to ask me though, if it were real, I may have been interested in trying this.  It might go down well with shredded chicken or fish.

 

 

2.  P.B. TECH - GGBeancC Computer

 

If it's anything like me, it would be running on gas power.

 

 

3. HORNBY - GREATER HORNBY RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION INC - New IKEA Store

 

Truthfully, it probably wouldn't be a bad idea having it here, but I've seen the construction area.  There's absolutely no room for them to move into the Hornby area.  Not now anyway.  Also, the older style newspaper design of The NZ Herald is a bit of a hint that it's fake.

 

 

4. HANMER SPRINGS THERMAL POOLS & SPA - NZ Bobsleigh Skeleton Collaboration

Cool Runnings, anyone?  Also, a special shout out to Shane Adcock, who appears in this Facebook Reel.  You did good keeping a straight face while announcing this one.

 

 

5. TRADE ME - Facebook Marketplace

 

A short and sweet one from NZ's most popular buy/sell websites.  Taking a stab at their Facebook competition - and rightfully so.  Marketplace is trash.

 

 

6. ReBURGER - Pickleverse

 If any of this year's entries were to make me vomit, it would be this one.  Thank goodness it's not real.

 

 

7. SOUNDING BOARD - The Bruce Tour

This entry comes to us from a group on Facebook called Sounding Board, which is affiliated with the NZ radio station, The Sound.  Group member, Mark Vaudrey decided to play a prank on the group by announcing an unlikely concert tour featuring only acts named Bruce.  Something tells me the guys in the band, Rubicon would disapprove.

 

 

8. LEWIS ROAD CREAMERY - Caffeine-Infused Haircare

To be honest, some coffee-drinkers are so addicted to this stuff, I'm surprised they don't smear it all over themselves already.

 

 

9. R.J.'S CONFECTIONERY - Fusion Fizz

 

Not gonna lie.  I'd definitely buy this, if it were real.

 

 

10. READING CINEMAS - THE PALMS - Pop Rice

I dunno.  If it was anything like Rice Bubbles or Coco Pops, it could be a fun snack.  Although, it would be harder to eat by hand, and the cinema cleaners will hate you for it.  Trust me.

 

 

11.  UP & GO - Down & Stop - Liquid Sleepies

 

A nice idea, but the flavours of choice sound a bit yuck.

 

 

12. NIGHT 'N DAY - Important Menu Update

The comments section for this one made me miss how smart society used to be.  So many people fell for this one, it's quite sad.  There's absolutely no way Night 'n Day would ever do this to us.

 

 

13. KFC - Sweet Sanders Ice Cream

To be honest, I'm kind of disappointed that KFC isn't bringing out another dessert option.  Apart from the mousse and cheesecake options, they've always had pretty much nothing else that's sweet, unless it's a drink.  Just putting that out there.

 

 

14. THE HUB HORNBY - Pet Wedding Chapel

A fun little idea from the local mall that holds pet-friendly evenings each week.  Weddings for pets.  Me-ow, indeed!

 

The original post was accompanied by an AI-generated image of 2 dogs dressed in a tux and dress, but I'm not gonna expose you to that.  Screw AI.

 

 

15. DWIGHT BRUCE - Only Fans

This entry comes to us from a friend of mine.  Because his posts are set to Friends Only, most people won't have seen it...until now.  Note: This is just a screenshot and not the actual video.  However, you do get the general idea.

 

P.S.  If you don't understand the joke, I'm not explaining it to you.

 

 

16. WEET-BIX NZ - Weet-Bix Puzzle

 

If it were real, I think this would be a very challenging puzzle to put together.

 

 

17. CHRISTCHURCH CASINO - Strip Poker

No comment.

 

 

18. LITTLE HIGH EATERY - Seagulls

Glad this one's fake.  I can't stand them even looking at me when I have food.

 

 

19. INDOMIE NEW ZEALAND - Indomie Perfume

I used to be called Noodle Man at home because I used to eat 2-Minute Noodles on a regular basis.  If I'd kept it up, I probably would've started smelling like them eventually.  If this were real, it would've saved time (although, I'd still be hungry).

 

 

20. WENDY'S NZ - Baconator Frosty

I know people who'd probably try this.  The same people who dip their chips in ice cream, no doubt.

 

 

21. BURGER KING NZ - Soft Serve Burger

While on the subject of fast food, here's BK's entry.  I can already see how messy this would've been.

 

 

22. ALPINE SPAS NZ - Brad Pitt

So many gullible people in the comments section yet again with this one.  I fear for humanity.

 

Also, "Stnff"???

 

 

23. ROCKGAS NEW ZEALAND

Sure, it "might" give off a nice smell, but I don't think the infusion part is how science works - and I failed that subject in 5th Form / Year 11.  I do, however, like the bit about the pulled leg.

 

 

24. DONOVANS CHOCOLATE - New Chocolate Drop Varieties

I can see lemon and bubblegum possibly working well with chocolate, but not so much the other 2.

 

 

25. BLUEY - Can You Find Longdog?

If you're a fan of the Australian animated series, "Bluey", you'll be aware of the fact that there is a "Longdog" hidden in each episode.  The big joke here, however, is that there is no Longdog to be found in these images.  An old-fashioned troll post from this generation's most beloved cartoons.

 

 

26. SUBWAY / BIRD'S EYE - Footlong Chip Butty

Let's be honest - we'd totally eat this.

 

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So, there you have it.  I hope you enjoyed this list of April Fool's posts for 2025 as much as I have.  Those involved have really stepped things up this year.

 

A special shout out to Gary Fox (a.k.a. TahkAnimation), who runs the Kiwi Retro page on YouTube.  His most recently uploaded classic TV commercial - Michael Hill Shoes - would've made the list officially had it not been real (seriously, do a search for it).