Ben Hurley

After winning the Billy T Award he moved to London and worked on the comedy circuit there between 2005 and 2008.

He has supported the likes of Andy Parsons, Stewart Lee and Ed Byrne on their UK Tours.

His comedy is largely based on his experiences growing up in the rural Taranaki region of New Zealand but also deals with topics like relationships, religion, music, politics and his family.

He is constantly touring, having played all over the UK, Ireland, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

Ben's TV credits in New Zealand are numerous, including work on a TV3 panel show called 7 Days as a writer and core cast member.