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).
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