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Soda has created an online Business Fundamentals platform with short courses to help aspiring entrepreneurs and new business owners succeed.

These short online courses provide the necessary tools and frameworks to guide aspiring entrepreneurs and new business owners through all the steps of being a business owner.

Each course features videos of real founders and experts sharing valuable advice, downloadable check lists and templates, step-by-step instructions and practical guidance.

Topics include:

Your Business Vision & Goals

From Idea to Marketing: Problem Solving, Validation & Customer Fit

Crafting Your Unique Brand Story & Competitive Edge

Money Matters: Getting to Grips with Financials

Marketing & Sales: Building Connections that Drive Growth

Legal, Compliance & Future Planning

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Prices start at just $49 per course or $245 for all six courses.

Use discount code HCBA20 to receive 20% off the bundle.

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For the first time ever, the All Blacks face France in Hamilton, so don’t miss the chance to witness history.

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Easter Egg Hunt

This free activity for families is available all Easter weekend.

Get ready to explore the Museum this Easter!

Collect an activity sheet from the front desk and then hop around the galleries to find the twelve 'Easter eggs' we've hidden in plain sight.

Once your whaanau has completed the scavenger hunt, there will be a tasty chocolate prize to take home and enjoy.

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Grab free kids’ tickets to Astronomy Photographer of the Year for Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th April2025 exclusively. With more than 70 stunning images, you don’t want your familyto miss out on this exhibition of the best photography in the universe.

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In 2025, we’re making it our mission to educate local businesses on how to level up their digital marketing game. LIVE2025: The Ultimate Digital Marketing Series is an eight-part course designed to help marketers of all levels navigate the ever-changing digital landscape. From strategic planning and branding boldly to mastering Google and social media ads, setting up accurate conversion tracking, and leveraging data analytics, this series covers it all.

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Tipsy Putt x Love the Centre Promotion

Every Wed-Fri 4pm-6pm, you can play a round of mini golf for just $5 per person. All you need is at least one person in your group who works for a central city business to get the deal for everyone!

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Email the team at Tipsy Putt to verify your workplace and make a booking ->> info@tipsyputt.co.nz

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The Crate Co-Working Space

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Special Guest: Andrew King – inspiring business leader, successful entrepreneur & former Hamilton mayor
Spot Prizes & Exclusive Membership Offers – only available on the night!
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Rsvp - eshloe@thecrate.co.nz

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The Wellbeing Model That Drives Business Success

It’s time for a real solution that boosts productivity, retention and business performance.

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Is poor wellbeing costing your business money?

High absenteeism, low morale, and constant turnover? You’re not alone.

Get the tools to fix it.

Discover how the Universal Wellbeing Model drives engagement and performance.

Stop guessing – measure what actually works.

Get hands-on with the Universal Wellbeing Evaluation Tool and start making data-driven decisions

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Cost: Free

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