Hamilton Gardens wins a national tourism award, plus the Pacific Rose Festival and a Teddy Bears Picnic
Hamilton Gardens has won the ServiceIQ Tourism Excellence Award for small-to-medium businesses. The Pacific Rose Festival is on at the Rogers Rose Garden from Friday, with a Teddy Bears Picnic there on Saturday. Highs of 20 to 22 are forecast, with drizzle on Sunday.
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Hamilton Gardens wins national tourism award after five years of change
Hamilton Gardens has won the ServiceIQ Tourism Excellence Award for small-to-medium businesses, a national tourism award presented at this year's ceremony in Christchurch.
Read the storyCommunityHamilton grows 1% in a year as overseas arrivals offset moves elsewhere in NZ
Hamilton's population rose by about 1,900 people, or 1%, to 193,300 in the year to 30 June 2026, according to new Stats NZ estimates highlighted by the city council.
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New Zealand teams take on India in Tauranga in three sports from 13 November
Two Black Caps one-day internationals at Bay Oval, free beach volleyball at Mount Main Beach and free 3x3 basketball at Mercury Baypark are on from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 November.
Read on Explore TaurangaTaupōSupercars confirmed for Taupō on 14 to 16 May 2027, with tickets on sale in late November
The ITM Taupō Super 440 will run at Taupō International Motorsport Park from Friday 14 to Sunday 16 May 2027. Tickets go on sale in the week starting Monday 23 November.
Read on Explore TaupōWellingtonWellington Town Hall blessed as building work ends, with free open day on 28 February
Construction on Te Whare Whakarauika Wellington Town Hall and its new Annex is finished, and the building has been blessed in a dawn ceremony ahead of its reopening in February.
Read on Explore WellingtonThis weekend
Forecast from Open-Meteo, checked Thursday 1:53pm. This Weekend has the latest forecast from Friday.
Pacific Rose Festival
Rogers Rose Garden
Details and ticketsFrom $15Fri 13 Nov · 8pmEigenface - Album Release Tour
Last Place
Details and ticketsFreeFri 13 Nov · 8pmDónal Gunning & The Bucks - No Other Option - Album Tour
Biddy Mulligans
Details and ticketsFreeSat 14 Nov · 12pmTeddy Bears Picnic
Rogers Rose Garden
Details and ticketsFrom $26Sat 14 Nov · 6pmBoot Scootin' Spur-lesque
Biddy Mulligans
Details and ticketsFrom $30Sat 14 Nov · 7pmGISH On The Mish!
Lido Cinema
Details and ticketsEverything on in Hamilton this week
Event details from Eventfinda. Times and prices can change, so check with the organiser before you go.
Get outside
Edgecumbe Park Trail Hamilton: Shared Path for Cyclists and Walkers
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Read the guideCarrs Park Playground Hamilton: Family-Friendly Neighbourhood Park
In Carrs Park Playground, families can discover inclusive play areas and safety features, but what unique experiences await you and your little ones?
Read the guideHillcrest Stadium Hamilton: Sports Facilities and Playground
The ultimate destination for sports enthusiasts, Hillcrest Stadium promises thrilling events and vibrant community activities that you won’t want to…
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