Regent Theatre 24 Hour Book Sale convener Kath Wallace said attendance at this year’s event was excellent, although organisers could not pinpoint why. Proceeds support the operation of the 98-year-old Regent Theatre, which is run by a charitable trust. The money raised would go towards a new ramp for easier access behind the Regent Theatre stage. The book sale does not include CDs, vinyl records, DVDs, or music memorabilia — a separate music sale will be held mid-year on the Regent Theatre stage. Preparations for the music sale would begin soon, and then it would be time to start work for next year’s book sale, Mrs Wallace said.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 22, 2026 15:37 UTC