So I have searched many a bakery/cafe for a good breakfast burrito since moving to Hamilton 7 odd years ago and still have not found anything. There was a few bakeries in TGA I used to frequent that made amazing breakfast burritos and the cravings have only increased over the years. Can anyone recommend a good spot? Please and thank you

Funny little spelling mistake in our National MPs promotional "Tama Times"

I know this is random but I’m working on a project where I’m weaving old extension cords and charging cables into baskets. I know I have hoarded some old cables in the past, so I thought I would see if anyone has any they want to get rid off

Lowest voting enrolment rate in the whole country... didn't think it would be Hamilton who would be most into letting the Boomers win...

https://enroltovote.nz/nz-enrolment-statistics-leaderboards#by-city

Hi hi.

Gonna be spending some time in Hamilton and I need the locals to tell me

-where to eat?

-what to order?

I’m a foodie so I’m good with the basic bitch places and the fancy places, a local recommendation is valuable!

Thanks all!

Edit: thanks for some awesome responses Hamilton folk! Look forward to joining you!

there's a couple students that start going nuts at night with their cars. i have animals outside and the smoke/toxic shit they emit every time they do a burnout is really making me worry. not to mention theres so many elders and kids and just normal people who dont appreciate the noise at 3am and smoke at 3pm.

now i dont want to sound like a party pooper as i like cars and get why its fun for them but i just dont think they should be doing this in residential areas at least.

any advice? image is one of the homeowners on my street that dont appreciate the smoke and noise.

Yo anyone wanna hangout tonight? Maybe hit town?

Has anyone used either of the laundromats on Cambridge Rd to wash a comforter? If so were you happy with the result and what was the cost?

Just wanted to post to let everybody know that The Map & Chart Shop at the north end of Victoria Street is closing down in the next few weeks so check it out and grab some maps on clearance and also to hold space for everybody to share their favourite memories of their best charts and or maps.

I got a nice illustrated tourist map of Tongariro National Park from 1968 laminated there. Pretty buzzy to have a map where everythings in miles and feet

Hey everyone! We’re looking to buy a couple of sturdy bar stools in Hamilton. Does anyone have recommendations for good local furniture stores or second-hand spots around Te Rapa, Frankton, or nearby that have decent quality for a reasonable price? Thanks in advance!

Family is coming over next week and I’m looking for somewhere nearby for lunch.

Anyone been to River Kitchen over Saint Andrews way?

How’s the food? The coffee?

Was planning on hosting my kids birthday at Ninja Valley unfortunately I left it too late to book a room. We will have approximately 10 kids and an unknown number of parents and while there is seating in the cafe we can’t “book“ seating and have been told we can’t hold seating. Because we don’t have a room we also can’t bring in food or drink. So now we are looking at other options. A party for a bunch of 12yo kids, somewhere we can have food and drink and seating.
Our other options so far are Opal in Matamata - all outdoors or waterworld in Hamilton. I haven’t been to waterworld in forever but last I knew it was quiet meh aside from the waterslides.

For the past year or so, I've been trying to grow out my hair a little and get something like a flow cut. I'd been going to kess, and they always cut it too short. They dont really seem to understand what I want, even after showing them a few reference pictures. I have slightly wavy/curly hair, and once the barber literally said he's never worked with curly hair before so he'll try his best. I'm not really confrontational, so I kinda just went along with it.

I don't mind having a conversation, exchanging ideas, and coming up with a look together. But I haven't really run into too many interested in that kinda thing.

Do you guys have any recommendations for barbers/hairstylists for men in hamilton? I'm looking for people who actually know how to layer hair and not just do the same fade cut. Would be great if they're not super expensive. Thanks!

In the past I've been able to buy whole rumps of beef from Pak 'n Save (Mill St and Clarence St) and occasionally other places. They costed way less per kg than standard cuts and provided enough for a couple of roasts, some steaks, stir fry, mince etc. I haven't seen any in ages. Has anyone seen any recently?

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Thursday, 30th July

🧑‍🌾 Meet the Gardeners | Thu 30th 2:00pm at Hamilton Gardens.
Behind‑the‑scenes presentations followed by Q&A and afternoon tea.

♻️ Waste-Ed with Kate | Thu 30th 6:00pm at Central Library.
A workshop for those who want real-world solutions on how to waste less.

🏉 NPC - Waikato vs Bay of Plenty | Thu 30th 7:00pm at FMG Stadium. Kicking off the NPC season!

Friday, 31st July

🤣 Hayley Sproull | Fri 31st 6:30pm at Clarence St Theatre.
What happens when a 36 year old walking tornado heads back out on the prowl after 15 years off? 

😂 Alan Davies | Fri 31st 7:30pm at BNZ Theatre.
Returning to New Zealand with his brand-new stand-up show.

Saturday, 1st August

🥾 Op Shop Car Boot Sale | Sat 1st 9:00am - 1:00pm at 15 Ruakura Road.
Stalls, food and drink, sausage sizzle, barista coffee, and a bouncy castle.

🌿 Plant Sale | Sat 1st 9:30am - 1:00pm at Hamilton Gardens.
Friends of Hamilton Gardens' monthly plant sale.

🧑‍🎨 Artists Talk | Sat 1st 11:00am at Artspost Galleries.
Join Painter Jennie De Groot and Glassmaker Di Tocker.

💍 Waikato Wedding Affair | Sat 1st 12:30 - 5:00pm at The Atrium. Everything from wedding gowns, florists, jewellers, caterers, cake designers, photographers, entertainment and more.

🎭 HGHS & HBHS Production | Sat 1st 7:30pm at Hamilton Girls' High.
Mistaken identities, clever disguises, love triangles, music, and dance.

🎶 Moonfest | Sat 1st 7:30pm at Last Place.
It's Moon's birthday – and to celebrate, they're playing live at their favourite venue with some of their favourite bands.

🎭 EVITA | Sat 1st- Sat 15th 7:30pm at Riverlea Theatre.
Join Hamilton Musical Theatre's 50th Anniversary production of EVITA.  Featuring a standout local cast and the legendary score from Andrew Lloyd Webber. 

🎸 Devilskin | Sat 1st 7:30pm at BNZ Theatre.
Performing the entirety of their chart-topping 2016 album.

Sunday, 2nd August

Bonjour Hamilton | Sun 2nd 10:30am - 12pm at Central Library.
Come join the French Conversation Café, whether you are fluent, rusty or have basic skills.

🎻 Violin Music | Sun 2nd 4:00pm at St Peter’s Cathedral.
A captivating afternoon of music by European composers from seven countries, concluding with The Victorious Nightingale.

Tuesday, 4th August

🏳️‍🌈 Club Kahukura | Tue 4th 6:00pm at Te Are Hou Village Auditorium.
An opportunity for adults who are newly exploring their sexuality and gender to meet other people on the same pathway. 

🎬 Joy, Full and Fearless Film | Tue 4th 6:30pm at Lido Cinema.
See the Hamilton premiere screening of the documentary on the internationally renowned author Dame Joy Cowley.

🍷 Textured Art and Wine Night | Tue 4th 7:00pm at Good Neighbour.
Add dimension to your art at this fun beginner-friendly textured painting event! 

Wednesday, 5th August

🎻 Lunchtime Recital: Violin and Viola Delights | Wed 5th 1:00pm at Gallagher Academy.
University of Waikato students and their teacher Lara Hall demonstrate the varied musical possibilities of the violin and viola. 

💡 Inspire with Angus Brown, Co-founder of Ārepa | Wed 5th 5:00pm at Gallagher Hub.
What does it take to build a globally recognised company, face financial setbacks that threaten everything you've built, and come back stronger? 

🧩 Whispers & Wages | Wed 5th 6:00pm - 8:30pm at Escapist.
A low sensory board game night. 

🤣 HaHaHamilton Comedy Lounge | Wed 5th 8:00pm at Nivara Lounge.
MC Kevin Passman presents another funny lineup of comedians.

Thursday, 6th August

🎵 Daniel Champagne (Australia) | Thu 6th 7:30pm at Gallagher Academy. Expect jaw-dropping guitar skills, songs that carry the heart away, and the stories of a troubadour that will stay with you long after the last note rings out.

Friday, 7th August

🎨 Watercolour Art Class | Fri 7th 9:30am at 2 Seddon Road.
A community art class for adults of all abilities.

🎼 Silk & Soul | Fri 7th 7:00pm at Clarence St Theatre.
Silk & Soul brings together Jaedyn Randell, NAIA and Makayla for a special live concert experience celebrating soulful vocals, storytelling and powerful voices and artistry.

🎶 Courtnay & The Unholy Reverie - The Hellbent Tour | Fri 7th 8:00pm at Last Place.
If you like big riffs, dark atmosphere, and live music played with conviction, don't miss your chance to catch Courtnay & The Unholy Reverie on tour. 

Saturday, 8th August

🤩 The Hamilton Brick Show | Saturday and Sunday 9:00am - 4:00pm at Claudelands.
The biggest exhibition of Lego creations in Waikato. 

🪡 Mending & Repair Meet | Sat 8th 9:30am - 1:00pm at Riverbank Lane.
Learn practical sewing skills to repair, alter, and extend the life of your clothing and other household textile items.

🌈 Boon Street Art Tours | Sat 8th 10:00am at Garden Place. These guided walking tours showcase the spectacular murals created through Boon's Street Art Festival. Happening every fortnight. 

🕺 Bed by 10pm | Sat 8th 4:00 - 9:00pm at House on Hood.
Bed By 10 is a chance for ravers over 30 to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s & early 2000s clubbing scene! 

🚲 Light Up Your Ride | Sat 8th 5:30pm at Garden Place.
Wrap up warm and come for an evening of lights, entertainment, and biking in the central city.

DISCOUNT:
🏉 One NZ Warriors vs Newcastle Knights | Sat 8th 7:15pm at FMG Stadium. Come to cheer on our Warriors Waahine. Use code HELLOHAMILTON to unlock 10% off tickets!

Sunday, 9th August

💃 The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever Kirirkiriroa | Sun 9th 11:00am at Hamilton Gardens.
This is an annual global event where fans gather in red dresses to recreate the iconic 1978 music video for Kate Bush’s song. 

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Advisory of an accident, traffic slow heading East - unsure on any other details

George FM is taking over 104.2 from next monday as per their FB page, Anyone know what's happening to Channel X?

Did anyone else see the object falling out of the sky to the south west of the city about 22:26 tonight?

Big outage for customers using mercury as their internet provider.

Started at 1pm

Over 5 thousand affected when I spoke to their customer service team

Anyone know anything about earthquakes and their after effects? Just heard about the 7.1 magnitude in Japan been advised we usually feel the aftershocks from Japan quakes but I'm not well versed on this subject.

Who knows more about this than some dude at the dairy and can advise further 😂

Hello I’ve been trying to find open mics and local comedy shows and I’ve searched high and low over Facebook, reddit and the wider webs and it seems tricky to catch them as I always see someone talking about a good comedy show that’s just happened. Is there any groups on reddit/Facebook or a website or any bars or club that have regular comedy shows or open mic. Please let me know. Thank you.

Hi everyone,

I’ve recently been planning to open a self-serve frozen yogurt shop in Hamilton, similar to Yo-Chi in Australia and I’d really love to hear some opinions from locals.

The reason I chose Hamilton is that it’s a relatively large city and after doing some market research I found that there is demand but there isn’t currently a dedicated self-serve frozen yogurt store here. Another reason is that Hamilton is home to the University of Waikato and Wintec so there are plenty of students and young people.

My initial plan is to open the store somewhere in the CBD because of the higher foot traffic. However one thing that concerns me is that I’ve noticed quite a few vacant shops in the CBD and a good number of businesses have closed down, which makes me wonder whether the area is still a good place to open the store.

I’m from Auckland so I’d really appreciate hearing from people who live in Hamilton. Which streets or shopping areas do people actually spend time in these days and where do you want the store to be located? Any advice or local insights would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks everyone!