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Hamilton Zoo recognised for animal welfare practices
Wednesday, 4 November 2020, 1:43 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton Zoo has been recognised for its commitment to animal welfare by a world-leading accreditation programme that assesses welfare in zoos and aquariums. More >>
Sculpture Of Hamilton Trailblazer Unveiled
Saturday, 31 October 2020, 2:02 pm | Hamilton City Council
Dame Hilda Ross’s trailblazing life has been commemorated with a new public artwork unveiled in Garden Place, Hamilton, today (Saturday 31 October). In 1945, Dame Hilda became the first Hamilton woman to be elected to Parliament and five years later ... More >>
Hamilton Wins Most Beautiful Large City Award
Friday, 30 October 2020, 5:35 am | Hamilton City Council
Clean streets, an improved kerbside collection service, award-winning gardens, vibrant murals and the stunning Waikato River have seen Hamilton named New Zealand’s Most Beautiful Large City. The Keep New Zealand Beautiful awards were held via a virtual ... More >>
Major Works Aim To Open Up The River
Thursday, 29 October 2020, 1:44 pm | Hamilton City Council
Work gets underway next week on a major project in central Hamilton aimed at making the river more accessible, boosting river tourism and safeguarding essential infrastructure. The site at Ferrybank was recently blessed, ahead of a project start date of Monday ... More >>
Don’t Miss Out On The Netball Action In Hamilton This Week
Tuesday, 27 October 2020, 4:32 pm | Hamilton City Council
International netball is back and there’s still time for you to snap up your tickets to see the Silver Ferns take on England in Hamilton this week. The three-test Cadbury Netball Series between world champion Silver Ferns and Commonwealth Games gold medallists ... More >>
Last Week For Feedback On The Future For The Founders Site
Tuesday, 27 October 2020, 12:07 pm | Hamilton City Council
Time is almost up for Hamiltonians to have their say on the future for the Founders site with feedback closing on Tuesday 3 November. Hamilton City Council has put forward three potential options for the site, on the corner of Tristram and Norton Streets. ... More >>
Hamilton’s ‘Vision’ Made With And For The Community
Thursday, 22 October 2020, 4:45 pm | Hamilton City Council
Mayor Paula Southgate says Hamilton City Council is proud to share its vision for the city’s future – a vision developed by Hamiltonians – but is adamant it can’t be achieved alone. At today’s Council meeting (22 October), Elected Members ... More >>
Pay Stays The Same For Council’s Chief Executive
Thursday, 22 October 2020, 3:27 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton City Council chief executive Richard Briggs will not be receiving a pay rise this year, a move in line with other Council staff. Mayor Paula Southgate said today that Mr Briggs continued to perform at a high level despite a particularly ... More >>
What Would Get You On A Bike Or E-scooter?
Thursday, 22 October 2020, 12:17 pm | Hamilton City Council
The development of a long-term city-wide programme to encourage people to use bikes and e-scooters as safe and attractive transport options is in motion, and Hamilton City Council want to hear from you. “We know that less than 4% of Hamiltonians ... More >>
Bounty Of Books For Annual Founders Book Fair
Wednesday, 14 October 2020, 3:02 pm | Hamilton City Council
This year’s annual Founders Book Fair is the biggest yet. The delay in the timing of the fair from earlier this year due to the COVID-19 shutdown has meant donations for the fair are at an all-time high. Taking place from 17-26 October, the annual ... More >>
Fake News Is Frustrating For Everyone
Tuesday, 13 October 2020, 4:20 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton City Council Chief Executive Richard Briggs says he is disappointed and frustrated by a story screened on Seven Sharp last night which incorrectly indicated construction for a new road was imminent at the Shaw’s Bird Park. The story included ... More >>
Applications Open For Multi-year Community Funding
Friday, 9 October 2020, 3:37 pm | Hamilton City Council
Is supporting the wellbeing of Hamiltonians at the heart of your not-for-profit community group’s activities? You may be eligible for a multi-year operating grant from Hamilton City Council. Applications are now open for our Multi-Year Community ... More >>
What’s The Future For The Founders Site?
Wednesday, 7 October 2020, 11:32 am | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton City Council is seeking community feedback on options for the Founders site from today (7 October), including removing the theatre building and turning the space into a new inner-city park. The Council has put forward three possible ... More >>
Week On Our Streets
Saturday, 3 October 2020, 2:14 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton City Council is undertaking work on streets in various parts of the city over the next week to address safety issues and carry out routine maintenance. All this work is weather-dependent and may be deferred in the event of rain. There may ... More >>
Council Keeps Favourable Credit Rating
Friday, 2 October 2020, 1:34 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton City Council’s positive credit rating has been reaffirmed by international agency Standard & Poor’s. Council has maintained its AA- long-term credit rating, which indicates the organisation is in a ‘very strong’ position to be ... More >>
Zoo Bids Farewell To Sumatran Tiger
Wednesday, 30 September 2020, 6:27 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton Zoo has sadly said farewell to Sumatran tiger Oz. Zoo Director Dr Baird Fleming said 15-year-old Oz became unwell over the past week and tests on Monday (28 September) indicated serious renal issues. The decision was made on Wednesday ... More >>
Double Sporting Coup For Hamilton
Wednesday, 30 September 2020, 1:57 pm | Hamilton City Council
New Zealand’s first international netball event since the outbreak of COVID-19 will happen in Hamilton. In October New Zealand’s world champion Silver Ferns will play three tests against Commonwealth Games gold medallists England, at Hamilton’s ... More >>
Lighting Up In Support Of Our Entertainment And Events Industry
Tuesday, 29 September 2020, 4:57 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton will be one of the first cities in the world to recognise the impact of COVID-19 on the entertainment and events sector, as part of a global day of action on Wednesday September 30 (#WeMakeEventsNZ Day of Action). Tomorrow, venues all over ... More >>
Best-for-river Approach To Development In Peacocke
Wednesday, 23 September 2020, 1:05 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton’s new wastewater connection to Peacocke will improve environmental outcomes for the Waikato River and wider city. Hamilton City Council has awarded CB Civil & Drainage Ltd the contract to build a wastewater connection to link the ... More >>
Council Accustomed To Changing Between COVID-19 Alert Levels
Monday, 21 September 2020, 2:44 pm | Hamilton City Council
Moving between COVID-19 alert levels is part of the new normal for Hamilton City Council in 2020. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced today (Monday 21 September) that New Zealand, excluding Auckland, will move to Alert Level 1 from 11.59pm this ... More >>
