Love The Centre

Save the date whaanau!

Where:

Various locations in Hamilton City

When:

March 1, 2025 10:00 AM

March 2, 2025 4:00 PM

An annual event that provides the opportunity for families and their children to engage in activities.

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Saturday 1 March

Garden Place 10am - 2pm

Central Hamilton Library 10am - 2pm

Waikato Museum 10am - 3pm

Gallagher Aquatic Centre - 1pm - 3pm

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Sunday 2 March

Waterworld 1pm - 3pm

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Free bus to all events - just tell your driver!

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This is an event not to be missed, let’s come together and celebrate our children and whaanau!

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The event organisers are aiming for a waste minimisation event, please bring your drink bottle and pack-it-in and pack-it-out picnic.

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