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CHECKING IT OUT: City Development Manager Tony Denton takes the Chairman of the Finance Committee, Councillor Rob Pascoe for a tour of the new reservoir site at Rototuna. PAGE 6 Rototuna reservoir Out and About gets green light A 24 million litre water reservoir planning approvals obtained for “The need and timing for the Mr Pascoe says the reservoir is a has been given the go ahead in the reservoir site on Kay Road in project has featured in successive vital project for Hamilton. Rototuna to provide essential 2003. water strategies and the funding water storage for a growing “This is a great opportunity to City Infrastructure General has been included in both the Hamilton. future proof the water supply in the Manager Chris Allen says the existing and proposed 10-year The reservoir project, which northern suburbs of Hamilton.” project will allow the city to grow plan.” will also include significant new and maintain a high quality water The project, which starts in June, The project will not affect water mains, was unanimously service to its existing residents. will take four years to complete. Hamilton’s water restrictions, as approved by the Council’s Finance these are linked to the amount of Committee last month. “Hamilton is growing rapidly and Finance Committee chairman water the Council is able to take The $19.2 million project is an we need to ensure that the right Rob Pascoe recently went out to PAGE 8 amount of storage is available at visit the new reservoir site with from the Waikato River and the essential component of the city’s What’s On in Hamilton strategic water planning. Land the right time to accommodate City Development Manager Tony treatment plant’s capacity during was purchased and the necessary this growth. Denton. high summer water usage.

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CUSTOMER SERVICES CENTRE EXTENDS OPENING HOURS A reminder the Volunteers’ poppy power Customer Services Hamilton the perfect choice Centre has new opening Anzac Day may be more than a hours. Its doors now open 15 month away but volunteers from minutes earlier at 7.45am and around the city are already hard close 15 minutes later at 5pm. at work creating 3000 hand-made poppies to provide a floral tribute at this year’s Dawn Parade. UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS Volunteers from companies like; Chorus, Kiwanis (Westside), • Event Sponsorship IDEA Services – Morrinsville, Subcommittee Meeting IDEA Services – Hamilton, IDEA 11 March - 1.30pm Services – Huntly, Enrich Plus, Liddy’s group, Interationz and • Hearings Subcommittee Mayor Julie Hardaker staff from Volunteering Waikato Meeting are busily making the felt poppies 18 March – 9.30am to line Victoria St from Knox St all • Audit and Risk Committee the way to Memorial Park. 18 March - 2.30pm Mayor Julie Hardaker says A busy • District Licensing the poppies will add a special Committee dimension to this year’s year 19 March – 10am commemoration. “This will be a stunning visual • Extraordinary Council tribute to acknowledge 100 years ahead Meeting since New Zealand’s involvement 25 March – 9am MUM, DAD AND THE KIDS: From left, Prabhjot Kaur, Inderjit Singh Bawa, Kanwaljit Kaur and Rohit Bawa are regular patrons at Seddon Park, which they say is in the First World War, Welcome to the new look City one of the city’s best assets. • Ordinary Council Meeting commemorating 100 years since News. People have been telling 26 March – 1.30pm the ANZAC Gallipoli landing,” us they want more detail about Hamilton is a great place to live - just ask World Cup 2015 which sees India people are very friendly, and even Mayor Hardaker says. what’s happening in the city • Draft Cemetery play Ireland at the ground this week the traffic is better – there’s no “Poppies are synonymous with and more information about Management Plan Hearings the Bawa-Kaur family, who are proud - the Bawa family say Hamilton honking car horns!” decisions the Council makes. 31 March – 9.00am offers many opportunities and Anzac Day and are a symbolic Inderjit sees the value of Hamilton’s POPPY POWER: Mayor Julie Hardaker with Len Knapp from the RSA and Liddy Aislabie of Volunteering Waikato with Taking the City News monthly Indian Kiwis and love Hamilton. positives for new migrants. recognition of the Great War. • District Licencing education facilities as being a WWI is an important part of some of the felt poppies being made up for this year’s Anzac Day Dawn Parade. will mean we can do that. Committee When the Indian and New Zealand “We are proud to be Indian Kiwis,” “Hamilton is a beautiful city - it’s drawcard for new residents – his the history of New Zealand and The city calendar is looking 1 April – 10am cricket teams clash at Seddon Park, says Inderjit. “Yeah, we will support very peaceful after 5pm compared daughter studied IT at Wintec– Hamilton. commemoration was only a small been linked with battlefield deaths site dedicated to the memory of very busy this year; we are in the Bawa family back the men in NZ if they’re playing India. And to cities in India,” says Prabhjot. and although it took his family sacrifice compared to what our since the time of the WWI (1914– military personnel who died in • Strategy and Policy “The centenary is a chance to take the middle of World Cup Cricket black. we do support India when they Kanwaljit echoes her daughter’s a while to find work, he believes service men and woman gave up 18). The plant was one of the first overseas conflicts, while the 200 Committee Meeting there are plenty of business and time to better understand our past and the FIFA U-20 World Cup The family – father Inderjit Singh play any other country!” comments: “Hamilton is really during the Great War. to grow and bloom in the mud white crosses acknowledge the 8 April – 1.30pm job opportunities. and how the war impacted on will be arriving in Hamilton Bawa, mother Kanwaljit Kaur Rohit, who is a passionate senior peaceful and quiet – it also has lots Hamilton and its people.” “Many paid the ultimate price to and soil of Flanders, Belgium. service men and who died in in a few months time. These Bawa, daughter Prabhjot Kaur and club cricketer and board member of multi-cultural religious places.” “It’s developing every year which give us the life we have today. So The creation of the poppies WWI from Hamilton and Waikato COUNCIL NEWS Poppies traditionally grow in late events bring visitors, contribute son Rohit Bawa – moved to New at Hamilton Star University Cricket is good for the city and for the I’m proud to do my part for Anzac is just one of a number of region. Visit hamilton.govt.nz to The family enjoys Hamilton’s spring, so the parade poppies have Zealand in 2001 from the small Club, is particularly fond of the people,” he says. Day.” activities happening in Hamilton Another event is the installation money and enable us to show read the Council’s latest news, range of events and multi-cultural been made from felt, and are a of Sapper Moore-Jones Statue on Hamilton to the world. city of Moga in India’s Punjab state. city’s boutique cricket ground, and activities – from international sport Seven years after shifting across temporary art installation which The red poppy has become a as part of the World War 100 including: Victoria St, which is expected to After an initial stint in Te Puke, the believes it’s one of the city’s best at the twin stadia, to Hamilton the Kaimai Range to Hamilton, the can be reused in the future. symbol of war remembrance commemoration. Planning is well underway • Roadworks to improve be completed on 27 March. The Bawa family shifted to Hamilton in assets. Gardens, the Waikato River and its Bawa family is happy with their the world over. People in many for WW1 100 year safety at Victoria Street “As we cannot grow live poppies Along with the annual Dawn Theatre of the Impossible Trust 2007, after Rohit gained entry to “It’s an amazing international tree-lined paths, to the exhibitions lifestyle, and the city they now call intersection out of season, we’ve created a countries wear the poppy to Parade and Civic Service on has led the project which is a commemorations and this Waikato University to study design. ground, right in the heart of the and artifacts housed and on display home. • Fieldays opens the door to special tribute of respect and remember those who died in 25 April, the city will also see statue which depicts the Gallipoli Anzac Day is 100 years since the city. It’s a small ground and the at Waikato Museum. “We feel we took the right move,” No.8 wire ingenuity The family love it here – particularly remembrance,” Mayor Hardaker war or who still serve. In many Memorial Park become a hive artist. landing at Gallipoli. It’s going to atmosphere is epic. I have seen lots Rohit says he loves the city life. says Inderjit. “We made a perfect countries, the poppy is worn of activity with the new Ypres afternoons and evenings spent at says. The 200kg bronze statue will be a very special and emotional of tight, fun games here,” he says. choice to move here.” around Armistice Day (11 Memorial Garden opening, along CONTACT US Hamilton’s international cricket We’ve felt really comfortable One of the many volunteers show Moore-Jones sketching, day and we are planning special November), but in New Zealand with the Field of Crosses. [email protected] ground, where they are regular Beyond cricket at Seddon Park – settling here: there are things to Hamilton a great place to live - helping to make the poppies is kneeling on a seven tonne block events to commemorate it. patrons. including the current ICC Cricket see and do every month. The read more on pages 4 and 5. it is most commonly seen around The Memorial Garden’s concept Liddy Aislabie from Volunteering of stone, which was gifted and The Council has been knee Waikato. The Hamiltonian says Anzac Day (25 April). acknowledges the significance transported to Hamilton by the deep in budgets these past few making poppies for this year’s The red or Flanders poppy has of the location as a memorial Turkish government. months, ensuring we get the balance between investment and affordability right. The Keep our water clean dominant focus of the budget Wastewater treatment plant upgrade completed is on upgrading and providing Did you know that Hamilton’s “Make sure that you don’t put The Council wants to introduce a new infrastructure, especially stormwater – the rainwater that any chemicals or waste down a Stormwater Bylaw to ensure that A seven-year upgrade to Hamilton’s Pukete Wastewater Treatment Plant water infrastructure. There runs off our roads, carparks and stormwater drain as it may degrade residents and businesses don’t has been completed, providing capacity to cope with increased demand is work needed to Founders driveways – goes directly into our our water quality and harm our contaminate the city’s stormwater. from a growing city and increasing the quality of water discharged into Theatre and sports fields and rivers and streams? That’s why it’s river and fish. If you’re doing any Let us know what you think by the Waikato River. the Council has also signed off important to keep it clean and free building work, you need to ensure providing feedback online: Around 40 million litres of wastewater is processed at the plant each day some funding for the River Plan. your sediment doesn’t enter the of contaminants. hamilton.govt.nz/stormwater and the upgrade means this volume can now be increased by around 20 Over the next few months more stormwater network.” Most New Zealand cities discharge per cent. information about the early their stormwater into the sea but, City Infrastructure General Manager Chris Allen says the upgrade is a river projects will be shared because we are an inland city, great investment in the city’s infrastructure. with the public. After decades we need to take extra care that HANDY TIPS of trying, Hamilton will finally “It is crucial we ensure that our basic wastewater needs are met in the the water that runs back into the start transforming itself into a • Take chemicals and paints to the Refuse Transfer Station years ahead as Hamilton grows,” he said. UPGRADE: Hamilton’s Pukete Wastewater Treatment Plant. Waikato River is of good quality. true river city. • Wash your car and paint brushes on the lawn City Waters Manager Andrew The project includes construction of a new aeration basin, settling tank “Wastewater treatment technology is constantly evolving and this, I look forward to hearing your Parsons says everyone can do their • Make sure all rubbish is disposed of appropriately and chemical dosing facility. A number of the facilities at the plant were together with the need to service growth, means that continued feedback on our new look City bit to ensure that stormwater drains • Put your cigarette butts in public ashtrays. also upgraded. investment is required. Planning for the next upgrade is now under way,” KEEP IT CLEAN: Look out for the Kokopu silver fish on the stormwater drains News. are just for rain. that remind us to keep them for rain water only. Ongoing development of the plant will continue over the next decade. Mr Allen says.

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Passion and pride for Hamilton Water saving tip #03 Having an affinity for the land Being self-sufficient is important It’s not just international sporting and a passion for where he lives at Hamilton Gardens, with most events which are being hosted are two reasons why qualified of its mulch produced on site in Hamilton. A plethora of gardener Brett Rolton says it’s from garden waste. entertainment has inundated great to live in Hamilton. The staff worked tirelessly last the city with music, theatre and Brett is one of a team of gardeners month to have the gardens comedy. whose contribution helped looking great for the recent Hamilton Gardens received the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival. Aside from the Hamilton Gardens International Garden of the Year Their hard work is paying Arts Festival, the city has had award last year. dividends, with almost a million a series of international acts The 32-year-old says it’s his people visiting the gardens each performing with former Guns dream job working at the year. N’ Roses guitarist Slash, country gardens, owned and operated by Brett loves his job and he loves superstar Kenny Rogers and top the Council on behalf of the city’s living in Hamilton. British comedian Eddie Izzard community. Who can blame him? The city is taking to the stage at Claudelands “I was born to be a gardener,” a hive of activity with three ICC Arena last month. There are Cricket World Cup 2015 matches says Brett. “From a young age still some great acts to come to I spent a lot of time with my being played at Seddon Park, Hamilton with Ricky Martin grandparents gardening, and as well as eight FIFA Under-20 at Claudelands Arena on 19 now I have a real affiliation to World Cup matches taking place the land.” over five days between 31 May April and Dr Hook at Founders to 14 June. Theatre on 30 April. FLOATING HIGH: The elaborate Resene Wild About Colour Ark balloon will Brett says there has been a lot be a drawcard at this year’s Balloons Over Waikato. of excitement at the gardens in recent months, especially with DID YOU KNOW? the new Tudor Garden. • British newspaper The Telegraph named Hamilton Gardens as Balloons set to roar “The new garden has been one of 26 reasons why New Zealand is the world’s top travel generating a lot of interest from destination our visitors.” with animal theme • Almost a million people visit the garden every year – about 20 Brett, who is a Ngati Haua/Tainui per cent are international visitors descendant, says one of his Three special shaped balloons will feature favourite gardens is Te Parapara. • Hamilton Gardens has more that 20 differently themed gardens, The garden produces vegetables, with the Tudor Garden the newest at this year’s Balloons Over Waikato, one like kumara, which is given to • Entry to the gardens is free and so is the parking of Hamilton’s most popular annual events. the food bank to help give back • Hamilton Gardens is open from 7.30am every day. to the community. WORK PRIDE: Qualified Gardener Brett Rolton at work in the Te Parapara Garden at Hamilton Gardens. A whimsical recreation of Noah’s flames into the sky. Garden Place Ark, Simba The Lion King, and a will come alive from 6pm with ‘pirate parrot’ from Brazil will grab fun for the entire family, including the attention of many Hamiltonians live music, street performers and when the Balloons Over Waikato children’s amusements. festival lifts off later this month. Visitors to the City Burn can Project focuses on A much-loved annual fixture on also support the Balloons Over New immigrant’s guide a valuable tool Hamilton’s events calendar, this Waikato’s nominated charity, Lions young achievers year’s Balloons Over Waikato International, through purchasing has an animal theme, with three glowsticks which will be sold at the Thirty young Hamiltonians will be profiled as Two staff from migrant backgrounds and Hamilton’s first ethnic Chinese shaped balloons coming in from event. You’ll water your part of a new project led by the Youth Advisory councillor, have had a direct role in the production of a guide to help new across the hot air ballooning world Panel and Council’s Community Development The climax of the city burn to participate. grass and Team. residents settle in Hamilton. evening will be the fiery basket Peg Leg – the pirate parrot – will If you’re under 30 years old and excelling in burn. The orchestrated burn will save 600 litres at come in from Sao Paulo in Brazil your chosen field, it’s time to put your best foot Councillor Philip Yeung has direct personal experience of being a editing the directory: “I thought about the first day I arrived – see the balloons’ burners fire up, and will be flown by Dave and forward. new migrant in Hamilton. what did I want to know?” in time to the music, once it gets the same time! Kathy Reineke. Resene Wild About Cr Yeung, Hamilton’s first ethnic Chinese councillor, moved dark from approximately 8pm. “It The project – 30 Under 30 – will look to use As the directory expanded to include information on schools, Colour Ark – featuring several several mediums to tell the stories of young directly to Hamilton from Hong Kong in 1996. places of worship, ethnic groups, legal services and health and well- is wonderful to be able to bring animals in its shape - will be piloted the balloons into the central city Hamiltonians achieving or developing in a range He recalls there was little in the way of information for people being service providers, so did the timeframe for its production. by Bill Woodhead, who is based in and the HCBA City Burn adds a of areas and fields. new to the city – simple information from central government, but Cr Yeung says work would begin in September, with the directory New Mexico, USA. The third of magical element to the event,” says “Hamilton has a large population of people no documents or guides with specific local services and outlets available in January. the shaped trio is Simba The Lion Mrs Connell. under the age of 30 and they are doing some migrants would need. Waikato Museum Curator Leafa Wilson – whose parents were King, from Belgium, piloted by amazing work in our communities, in voluntary Ironically, the New Settlers Directory – which he would later Samoan immigrants - has designed the cover of the directory for Lowie Vanluffelen. Hamilton provides the perfect oversee as Council’s Ethnic Communities Advisor – was first conditions for ballooning, with its fields and in sport and academic pursuits,” Roxy each of the last four editions. “These three balloons fit our theme Danjee, Hamilton Youth Advisory Panel Chair published in 1997, a year after he arrived. still mornings, open spaces and the “What informs me is how I can be inclusive, and create an art idea perfectly: they’re very striking and says. “It was a very basic booklet, just a few pages,” he recalls. “When beauty of Hamilton Lake to take off that includes as many people as possible,” she says. colourful and they will look fantastic “We think it’s time their stories were told, and I joined Council in 2001, I took over and issued my first (New from on a perfect autumn morning. That began with quite literal interpretations of the theme, but over flying above the city,” says Balloons with 30 Under 30, we’re looking for those Settlers) booklet in 2002.” The Zuru Nightglow at The time it became “a more organic idea about how we all call this Over Waikato Event Manager young achievers to step up to the plate and be In his 12 years in the staff role, Cr Yeung gradually expanded the Michelle Connell. The central city University of Waikato is the pinnacle place (Hamilton) home”. proud of what they are doing.” directory to include a broader swathe of information he considered will be the venue for the Hamilton event in the festival, and we look Cr Yeung is proud of the final product and the response it gets. The project is asking for nomination. vital for helping new residents settle into Hamilton. Central Business Association City forward to another five hours “There has been a huge change – heaps of relevant information “This book is a very valuable resource, and most of the feedback Would-be participants can visit Burn, which is being supported of music, entertainment and of has been added to help ease the settlement process,” he says. “It’s I get is people saying this is a great idea.” hamilton.govt.nz/30under30, where they will SKYCITY Hamilton. The city burn course the magical glow show and find an overview of the project and a nomination a big challenge – you’re updating all the information, checking The 2015 edition of the New Settlers Directory can be obtained involves balloonists bringing their Fireworks display. Balloons Over form. contact details for all the ethnic groups.” from the Council’s Customer Services Centre, i-SITE, Waikato ARTIST AND COMPILER: Leafa Wilson has designed several covers for the New baskets and burners into the CBD. Waikato runs from 25 to 29 March. His own life experience informed his approach to collating and Migrant Resource Centre and Citizens Advice Bureau. Settlers Directory, which was previously overseen by Councillor Philip Yeung. The burners are ignited, showing balloonsoverwaikato.co.nz

hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton hamilton.govt.nz /hamiltoncitycouncil @CouncilHamilton citynews citynews Out and About Council strengthens plans It’s been a busy few weeks in Hamilton as summer comes to a close. Let’s have a look at some of the action that has taken place in our city. for low river levels A plan to better deal with developed in recent years,” he the increasing risk of low says. “The investment is also Waikato River levels affecting designed to cope with the demand Hamilton’s water supply has of a growing city for the next 15 been unanimously approved by years. After this time, we will need Council’s Finance Committee. to develop a more permanent In four of the last seven years, solution.” drought conditions in the Central The project also involves Plateau means the Waikato River investigating a proposal to lower has almost dropped below the water intake point. If this happens, the physical intake structure it means the existing system won’t or to build a new one. This is a be able to pump water from significant undertaking, Mr Allen the river to the intake for the says. The existing water intake treatment plant. was built in 1971. Since then, there have been changes to the The $2.3 million proposal approved by the Finance river bed, water use and weather Committee includes purchasing City Infrastructure General low. He says the Council has equipment is a more efficient and patterns which have impacted specialist equipment that can be Manager Chris Allen says it is developed a contingency plan in reliable solution. on the Waikato River’s level at used to pump water from a deeper essential that the city has a way of recent years which involves the “This is a responsible investment the intake structure. Funding for part of the river to the treatment reliably pumping water from the use of a leased barge and pumps, which will significantly enhance the project was allocated in the plant intake. river when levels are particularly but purchase of the specialist the contingency plan we have Council’s previous 10-Year Plan.

ONE HAND WONDER: A spectator at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 match between Zimbabwe and South Africa at Seddon Park takes a spectacular one-handed catch as part of a beer company competition. Spotlight on bylaws

Bylaws were the focus of the sets out the Council’s approach to Burning Bylaw will allow the last Council meeting, with traffic, dealing with dog issues in the city. New Zealand Fire Service to dogs and open air fires all coming The review has resulted in some manage nuisance fires efficiently EVERYBODY SAY JUMP: The fun begins in Garden Place ahead of the South Africa vs Zimbabwe cricket match. under scrutiny. minor changes that will clarify and to prevent the spread of fire The Hamilton Open Air Burning dog owners’ responsibilities, during extreme dry weather. This Bylaw was adopted by the Council help the Council with dogs that bylaw aligns Hamilton with the and it agreed to make changes to repeatedly roam and allow it to approach from other councils in the Hamilton Traffic Bylaw. The increase the number of parks the region. It means the Council Dog Control Policy and Bylaw is where dogs can be exercised off can put a fire ban in place if it open for consultation. leash. The policy and bylaw also needs to. It also gives authority to identifies where dogs are allowed the New Zealand Fire Service, the Roaming dogs and a shortage to exercise off-lead in the city. Waikato Regional Council and of dog exercise areas are among manage traffic in the city. After It acknowledged the public’s Hamilton residents have until the Council to deal with nuisance issues the Council hopes to considering public feedback, the concerns that parking in the area 7 April to have their say on the fires. address through a review of its proposed changes. Council decided against altering poses a safety risk to pedestrians Dog Control Policy and Bylaw. The Council agreed to adopt the Garden Place pedestrian and decided to look at ways to The policy and bylaw encourages hamilton.govt.nz/haveyoursay changes to the Hamilton Traffic mall to allow greater flexibility improve the safety and usability responsible dog ownership and The adoption of the Open Air Bylaw to allow it to better around parking in the area. of the shared zone. LOUD AND PROUD: Zimbabwean cricket fans sang, chanted and danced throughout match day when the Zimbabwe and South Africa cricket teams played at Seddon Park. YOUR MAYOR AND COUNCILLORS

Julie Hardaker Margaret Forsyth Philip Yeung Angela O’Leary Mayor Councillor: East Ward Councillor: East Ward Councillor: West Ward 021 284 8618 021 616 562 07 838 6766 021 343 774 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Karina Green Martin Gallagher Leo Tooman Councillor: East Ward Councillor: West Ward Councillor: West Ward 07 838 6766 021 241 8434 07 838 6766 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Gordon Chesterman Garry Mallett Andrew King Ewan Wilson Deputy Mayor Councillor: East Ward Councillor: West Ward Councillor: West Ward 021 922 927 07 838 6766 07 838 6766 021 276 6644 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Rob Pascoe Dave Macpherson Councillor: East Ward Councillor: West Ward SMALLEST SUPPORTERS: Zimbabwean children at the 07 838 6766 021 477 388 TEAM TALK: The Auckland softball team in pre-match huddle during the Zimbabwe cricket team’s formal team welcome at GUITAR SLINGER: Veteran American rock guitarist Slash [email protected] [email protected] National Fastpitch Championships held at Resthills Park in Hamilton. Hamilton Gardens. performing at Claudelands in February.

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THE FABULOUS FLETCHER BUDDY – THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY MAGIC VS TACTIX COLLECTION - CURATOR’S FLOOR 28 MARCH 22 MARCH TALK FOUNDERS THEATRE CLAUDELANDS 14 MARCH Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story tours New See the Kia Waikato Bay Of Plenty Magic WAIKATO MUSEUM Zealand in March and April, taking in 21 take on the Mainland Tactix in their first Hear the curator of the Fletcher Collection, venues around the country. Experience game at Claudelands Arena for the 2015 Peter Shaw, speak about New Zealand’s the drama, passion and excitement as ANZ Championship season. The Magic a cast of phenomenally talented actors most impressive corporate art collection. will be hoping for a similar result to the and musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, Waikatomuseum.co.nz decisive win they chalked up last time the from his meteoric rise to fame, to his two teams met in 2014 – make sure you final legendary performance at The Surf get along to show your support. COLOUR DASH HAMILTON Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa. 15 MARCH hamiltontheatres.co.nz Claudelands.co.nz UNIVERSITY OF WAIKATO Colour Dash New Zealand brings you THE WAIKATO SHOW MAAORI ARTS AND CRAFTS – beautiful, colourful laughter and rainbow 10-12 APRIL WHAARIKI WEAVING fun. The Colour Dash is a fun run or walk CLAUDELANDS 13 MARCH (typically 3km to 5km), for people of all A three day extravaganza of fun WAIKATO MUSEUM ages, shapes and sizes with participants events and educational exhibits for the Nau mai haere mai... calling all being splashed with special colourful whole family. The Waikato’s premier grandparents, parents and mokopuna. dust along the way. This follows on from showcase for the region. Enjoy local Weave contemporary whaariki/ mats with our successful inaugural year in 2014 and international culture and cuisine. when over $60,000 was raised for Ronald Marei Kura Creations. Drop in any time Waikato heritage and the environment are between 12pm to 3pm. McDonald House. explored, wellbeing, health, and a variety Waikatomuseum.co.nz colourdash.co.nz of interests are celebrated,. Claudelands.co.nz WAIKATO GLUTEN FREE FOOD EASTER TRAIL AND ALLERGY SHOW BIKEWISE 3-6 APRIL WAIKATO MUSEUM ARMAGEDDON EXPO 21 - 22 MARCH 22 MARCH Follow the Easter trail – can you find all 14 – 15 MARCH CLAUDELANDS CLAUDELANDS This show is jam-packed with foods and of the Easter eggs hidden in our free CLAUDELANDS Dust off your bicycles, round up the kids, products for you to sample and try for galleries? Tick them off on your entry Meet TV stars from Star Trek Deep Space Nine and Enterprise, Sleepy Hollow, Doctor Who, pack a picnic and get ready to have some form as you explore the museum, and Supernatural, Pokemon, Attack on Titan and more. Special League of Legends gaming area, free. Your favourite brands are there with fun at the 2015 Hamilton Bikewise event. live wrestling, music, trading card tournaments, anime, cosplay costume events, eating great show specials so you can stock up This event has been rescheduled from hand them back to our foyer host to get a challenges, amusement rides, airsoft shooting ranges and sci-fi/fantasy products galore. your pantry and save. February. delicious Easter treat. Claudelands.co.nz Claudelands.co.nz Hamilton.govt.nz/bikewise Waikatomuseum.co.nz

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