Matariki Meaning and context to Matariki Motor Lodge

March 4, 2024

Matariki

We chose the name for our motel based on our proximity to the Matariki Continuing Care Unit (previously known as Matariki Hospital) which I considered a landmark in Te Awamutu and a useful spot to refer to when giving directions. At the time I was told Matariki meant new beg...

The Great Kiwi Beer Festival

March 10, 2021

The Great Kiwi Beer Festival lands at Claudelands Events Centre for the North Island edition on Saturday 13th March 2021.Join us for a day dedicated to the celebration of our love affair with the amber nectar! More than 40 craft breweries and cider producers will be pouring ...

Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival 2021

February 19, 2021

This iconic open-air summer festival celebrates all things creative within the internationally acclaimed and award-winning Hamilton Gardens.The Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival hosts an impressive lineup of arts, music, theatre, dance, film, family, writers, and comedy events ...

The Extravaganza Fair

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Welcome to Season 6 of New Zealand’s largest and most fabulous traveling event! The Extravaganza Fair!The Extravaganza Fair is a family affair, it is a free entry, fun day out with something for everyone.It brings to NZ a unique style of interesting market stalls, arts and...