Hamilton City Council

31/05/2026

Looking for things to do in June? We’ve got you covered 👇

Be part of our annual Arbor Day planting and help us plant 10,000 native trees at Tauhara Park.
Friday 5 June, 10am – 1.30pm

Enjoy a night of storytelling and korero at Kiwi Yarns with Brodie Kane and friends at Clarence Street Theatre.
Thursday 4 June, 7.30pm – 10pm

Experience the new interactive giant penguin Exscite with the Penguin Party at Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum and Gallery.
Friday 5 June, 5.30pm – 8.15pm

Cheer on the Avis Magic as they take on the Pulse at Claudelands Arena.
Saturday 6 June, 7pm

Catch the action at the New Zealand Darts Showdown at SkyCity Hamilton.
Tuesday 30 June, 6.30pm – 10.30pm

Check out the revamped Gower Park playground with its football-inspired play space and fresh new features.
Sandleigh Road, Hamilton Lake

Make a splash at Waterworld with half price on hydroslides.
Every Tuesday, 4pm – 6pm

29/05/2026

At Thursday's Hamilton City Council meeting, we made some important decisions about fees and charges for the coming financial year:

🚗 reintroduced 2 hours’ free on street parking in the central city from 1 July, and agreed to remove the green and yellow parking zones
🌹 approved an increase to the Enclosed Gardens entry fee at Hamilton Gardens for visitors from outside the city from 1 October, while keeping entry free for Hamilton residents and children under 16.

We also agreed next steps for local government reform in the Waikato region.

Here’s Mayor Tim Macindoe with more details.

28/05/2026

𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲

1.30pm:
Our crews have now repaired the Kahikatea and Wickham pipe bursts in Frankton and water supply should have returned to normal. Works continue in Hamiton East, with the final few properties expected to be returned to service by around 4pm.

It never rains but it pours! Thanks for your patience and for the efforts of our crews across the city today.

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10.45am:
Our crews report the Kahikatea repair is more difficult and complex than first thought and ETA for returning service for this one is now around 1pm. Thanks for your patience while we resolve this and please take extra care if travelling in the area.

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8am:
Our crews are attending two burst water mains in Frankton this morning, one near 84 Kahikatea Drive and one on Wickham Street causing water outages for some residents and businesses.

We are working with directly-affected people but repairs are likely to take three to four hours. Water has spilled onto roadways and traffic management is in place for the safety of our crews in the area.

Please take alternate routes where possible.

27/05/2026

Jim Beam Homegrown’s first year in Kirikiriroa Hamilton has been a huge win for our city!

More than 25,000 people came together for an unforgettable day of Kiwi music and brought nearly $10 million into the local economy. The impact was felt from Claudelands to the central city and beyond, with 95% of attendees loving the experience and 93% of locals feeling proud to host it 🙌

It took a massive team effort to bring it all to life. From Homegrown organisers and partners to suppliers, local businesses and the wider Hamilton community. And this is just the beginning!

Read the full releases here: hamilton.govt.nz/your-council/news/culture-events/jim-beam-homegrown-brings-a-big-crowd-and-a-big-economic-boost-to-hamilton

27/05/2026

Hamilton, you had your say.

Tomorrow is decision day.

Up for discussion at the Council meeting are:
→ two hours of free on-street parking in our central city from 1 July
→ changes to the adult entry price to the Enclosed Gardens at Hamilton Gardens (entry will remain free for Hamilton residents and all children 16 and under) from 1 October

You can view the agenda, which includes a copy of the insights report that summarises all of the feedback, and watch the live stream of the meeting here - https://hamilton.govt.nz/your-council/meetings/calendar/detail/ordinary-council-202605280930

26/05/2026

There will be no changes to Hamilton’s kerbside and rubbish and recycling collections due to Kings Birthday (Monday 1 June).

Please put your bins out on your usual collection day by 7am.

Not sure which bin an item goes in? Head to https://hamilton.govt.nz/fight-the-landfill to use our handy bin sorter.

The Lincoln Street Reuse store, Lincoln Street Resource Recovery Centre and Hamilton Organic Centre remain open:
Lincoln Street Resource Recovery Centre: 9am – 4pm
Habitat for Humanity ReUse store: 9am – 4pm
Hamilton Organics Centre: 8am – 5pm

26/05/2026

Which distinguished gentleman (or lady) are you adopting? 🐾

Our Hamilton Adopt a Dog team have some noble characters that need re-homing ❤

You can fetch more details at https://hamilton.govt.nz/do-it-online/apply-for-it/adopt-a-dog

22/05/2026

Health alert for Lake Rotoroa 🚨

A new cyanobacteria health warning is now in place for Lake Rotoroa (Hamilton Lake). Cyanobacteria can cause health issues such as skin rashes and breathing problems. If you or your whānau come into contact with affected water, please shower and change clothes as soon as possible.

A gentle reminder for dog owners: cyanobacteria is especially dangerous for dogs, so please keep them well away from any affected lakes 🐶 In the Waikato, health warnings are also in place for Lakes Waahi, and Waikare.

21/05/2026

🌿 Looking for a dose of nature close to home?

AJ Seeley Gully Reserve is one of Hamilton’s hidden gems — with thriving plants, native birdlife and winding paths waiting to be discovered.

📲 Find more of our city's nature escapes with the Nature in the City app: hamilton.govt.nz/nature-in-the-city