Abi Symes

The Stomach, Palmerston North

Abi Symes (they/them) is a lifelong Palmerston North local and a well-known fun guy in Aotearoa’s grassroots music scene. As manager of The Stomach for the past four years, they have championed all-ages spaces and supported the development of emerging artists. Abi is passionate about building inclusive, accessible music communities and strengthening the future of independent venues across Aotearoa.