Hastings Blossom Parade attracts tens of thousands in New Zealand

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Hastings Blossom Parade attracts tens of thousands in New Zealand

STORY: Hastings Blossom Parade attracts tens of thousands in New Zealand DATELINE: Sept. 24, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:36 LOCATION: HASTINGS, New Zealand CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the parade STORYLINE: Tens of thousands of people lined up the streets in New Zealand's inner city Hastings to see the colorful floats and amazing performances for the Hastings Blossom Parade on Saturday. A total of 71 magnificent entries threaded their way through the main streets of the city, attracting a crowd of over 25,000 viewers. The popular event, held annually since 1950, has seen over 1,000 people participating in the parade this year, including drivers, float makers, singers, dancers, parade marshals and clowns from a wide range of cultures representing every corner of the community. The floats and performances brought people of all ages and cultures together in a colorful, creative, vibrant display. One of the floats was named after Nihao China, which promotes China's tourism and won the best float of Has

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