Face of the Day

> Split Enz and Crowded House member Neil Finn has bought a controversial Auckland pub, with plans to turn it into a wellness retreat. > > Edinburgh Castle in Eden Terrace has a history of violent incidents, including the manslaughter of rising MMA fighter Fau Vake in 2021. > > Stuff reported in 2023 the bar had surrendered its liquor licence, but continued to operate poker machines and sell hotel rooms. > > Neil Finn’s assistant confirmed to RNZ the musician had purchased Edinburgh Castle, which neighbours his existing Roundhead Studios. > > Finn was on tour with Split Enz and was unavailable to comment himself. > > Stuff Read More