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There's always something new to discover in the heart of Hamilton city. Let us be your guide as you rediscover the charm, culture, and character that make our city centre unique.
Tucked away in the artistic and tranquil Casabella Lane, Heidi Christian Hair is a salon that blends creativity, community, and personalised care. With its warm atmosphere and collaborative spirit, it’s become a go-to destination for those seeking more than just a haircut — it’s a place where artistry and connection thrive.
Founder and owner Heidi Christian has a deep love for the location and a passion for creating a welcoming, collaborative space, Heidi has built a salon that reflects her values: creativity, community, and authenticity.
Heidi Christian Hair operates on a rent-a-chair model, which means each stylist brings their own unique flair and client base while working together in a shared, supportive environment. This setup fosters a sense of independence and creativity, allowing stylists to truly shine.
The salon is more than just a place to get your hair done — it’s a creative hub where clients feel seen, heard, and pampered. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, with a strong focus on personalised service and collaboration between stylists and clients.
Tucked into the charming Casabella Lane, Blush'N Blondes is more than just a salon — it’s a creative hub for hair, makeup, and beauty that’s redefining what it means to feel confident and empowered.
Built on the belief that style is genderless and beauty is personal. Their approach is modern, inclusive, and refreshingly real. Whether you're after a precision cut, a bold colour refresh, or a nourishing treatment, their team is dedicated to helping you look good, feel good, and own your vibe.
Led by Phoenix, the salon’s Creative Director, the team at Blush'N Blondes is known for their artistry, warmth, and attention to detail. They’re not just stylists — they’re hair therapists, confidence boosters, and trendsetters. Every appointment starts with a thoughtful consultation to ensure your hair goals are understood and achieved.
Nestled in the stylish Riverbank Lane precinct, Fabrik Hair is more than just a salon — it’s a creative space where individuality is celebrated, sustainability is embraced, and every client leaves feeling like their best self.
Founded by Jamie Dryden in 2007, Fabrik has grown into one of Hamilton’s most beloved salons. Jamie brings over 20 years of international experience, having worked in top salons across Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, and Auckland before settling in the Waikato. His passion for precision cutting, especially short hair, and his creative vision have shaped Fabrik into a salon that’s both elegant and edgy
Jamie leads a talented team of stylists who are all about personalised service. They take the time to understand your hair, your lifestyle, and your goals — whether you’re after a subtle refresh or a bold transformation. The team’s vibe is warm, welcoming, and refreshingly down-to-earth, making every visit feel like catching up with friends who just happen to be hair geniuses.
Fabrik is committed to using ethical, sustainable, and high-performance products. hey also use bio towels (which are composted after use) and recycle all leftover foil, plastic, and paper — proving that great hair doesn’t have to come at the planet’s expense
If you’re looking for a salon that blends creativity, professionalism, and a genuine passion for hair, Ktizo Hair Salon is your go-to. Ktizo has built a reputation as one of the Waikato’s leading salons — and for good reason.
Ktizo isn’t just another hair salon — it’s a community of award-winning stylists who’ve been pushing boundaries and unlocking potential for years. With a strong foundation built on dedication to clients, the industry, and rising talent, Ktizo has become a trusted name in hair care across the region.
At Ktizo, the journey begins with a personalised consultation. Stylists take the time to understand your hair goals, lifestyle, and preferences. Whether you’re after a bold transformation or a subtle refresh, they’ll guide you through options that suit your face shape, hair type, and personality.
Ktizo offers a full range of services, including:
They use premium products like Wella, Kerastase, and Evo, ensuring your hair gets the best care possible
They believe that an amazing consultation is the key to that perfect result and ultimately determines what suits you.
At Colors, it’s not just about the cut or colour — it’s about you. Their stylists take the time to understand your face shape, skin tone, and personal style before crafting a look that’s uniquely yours. Whether you’re going for feminine and soft or bold and edgy, they’ve got the skills and vision to make it happen.
Led by industry veteran Djuanne (DJ), who brings over 47 years of experience, the team at Colors is a mix of seasoned pros and rising stars. They’re constantly upskilling to stay ahead of trends, and they’re passionate about creating a relaxing, enjoyable experience for every client.
From precision cuts to vibrant colour transformations, Colors offers a full range of services including:
They’re also known for their sustainable practices, using eco-conscious products like Davines.
Whether you’re after a fresh new look, a bold colour change, or just a relaxing pamper session, Colors Hair Studio is the place to be. Book your complimentary consultation and let the team work their magic.
Open four days a week (Tuesday to Friday), with Saturdays reserved for weddings and special occasions by appointment.
Known for blending fitness with cultural values, creating a space that’s not just about working out — but about community, connection, and personal growth.
Their approach to wellness includes physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being.
t’s a place where you’re not just lifting weights — you’re lifting each other. If you're looking for a gym that feels like whānau, The Movement NZ might be your spot.
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The Hamilton Central Business Association is thrilled to announce that the Love the Centre Awards are back and ready to celebrate excellence within Hamilton’s central city business community! Sponsored by Spark Business and supported by Mediaworks, these awards provide a fantastic opportunity to shine a spotlight on the businesses who make our city centre extraordinary. Nominations are now open until August 30th.
At Fitstop they lift, perform, condition, and sweat.
Fitstop is athlete-based training focusing on personal progression within a supportive team environment.
It’s their mission to unleash your limitless potential tobecome the best version of you, whatever that looks like. They do this through theirathlete-inspired, progressive training in a genuinely team-based environmentthat is championed by our experienced trainers.
Hamilton's latest wellness studio opened 23rd June!
Sauna - Ice Bath - Float - Yoga - Pilates - Meditation -Massage - Recovery & More
O-Studio Hamilton is your destination to support complete wellbeing. A supportive atmosphere, innovative services, and inclusive community to help find balance and vitality in your life.
Investing in your health here will create positive transformations in allaspects of your life. At O-Studio, they empower you to focus on self-care,which enriches not only your own life but the lives of those around you.
Relax, recover, and thrive at O-Studio Hamilton.
Experience holistic wellness at Cothú. They offer specialised treatments including lymphatic massage, buccal facial massage, red light therapy, body-shaping therapies, rejuvenating retreats, and nourishing wellness products. Restore balance, support natural healing, and feel your most vibrant self, because at Cothú, your well-being comes first.
Give the gift of wellness with a Cothú Gift Voucher, perfect for any occasion! Our gift vouchers can be used toward any Cothú experience. Treat someone special to the ultimate self-care experience, and let them choose how they'd like to feel refreshed and revitalised. It's the perfect way to show you care!
Nature’s Spa NZ provide skincare and beauty services. They don’t promise magic, but they do promise better skin and relaxation.
A calm and tranquil space for massage and other treatments provided in a safe and supportive environment.
They believe that pampering is for everybody and everyone is welcome!
Massages and other services are available, such as advanced skin treatments like facials, microdermabrasion, face and body contouring, non-surgical face lifting, moles, warts, skin tags removal and teeth whitening.
Body Cafe in Hamilton, New Zealand, is a well-known beauty and wellness destination with multiple locations across the city.
Body Cafe provides a wide range of beauty and spa treatments, including:
They stock premium skincare and beauty brands like:
Gift vouchers and e-vouchers are available both in-store and online, making it a great option for pampering gifts
Loren Ashley Skin are proudly a results focused facial treatment clinic, where they specialise in transforming skins.
They offer a one-on-one service where every treatment, planand skincare recommendation is proven and tailored specifically for achievingthe results you want to see.
They operate by appointment only offering working hours,late night and Saturday appointments.
What to expect
Step 1 — Skin Consultation
Confidential one-on-one appointment on your skin’s past,present and future. After a cleanse, skin analysis and discussion on your skins condition, your therapist will prescribe a complete at-home skin care regimeand in-clinic treatment plan to effectively address your skin’s needs.
Please note: This consultation is a prerequisite to all skin treatments
45 minutes | $55 redeemable on products purchased on the day
Step 2 — Initial Skin Strengthening phase
Series of DMK skin treatments designed to prepare skin for your more intense prescribed treatments.
Weekly to monthly visits over 3–6 month period dependingon skin condition.
Introductory Course of 3 enzyme treatments $599
Step 3 —Skin Corrective treatment program
Skin corrective treatments commence. Designed to achieve results this is where the magic happens.
The result? Makeup-free, happy, healthy skin.
Bi-weekly – Monthly for 6–12 month period, depending ontreatment and client needs.
Step 4 — Maintenance
Restored, rejuvenated skin is treated to maintain its condition and further improve results for beautiful skin with longevity.
Recommended frequency: every 4–6 weeks
Relax and enjoy a 1 hour rejuvenating meditation suspended in an aerial hammock, while surrounded by the tranquil vibes of crystal sound bowls. This session will be guided by sound rather than verbal led meditation.This unique experience designed to relax your body and mind.Level: No aerial yoga experience required.What to wear: Comfortable warm clothing, no jeans, no zips or jewellery. Socks must be worn.Sessions run most Sundays with a Friday evening once a month.Limited spaces per session, online bookings are essential via HumantixPrivate group bookings available on request, email hello@highabove.co.nz to arrange24-hour cancellation policy applies for workshops.Due to the nature of this event, please ensure you arrive 5mins prior to start time, strictly no late admissions as this is disruptive to attendees.Cost $35 ppHigh Above use Antigravity hammocks which are specifically designed for purpose, each hammock is load tested to hold 450kg.
Bottomless Brunch is every Saturday from 2pm.
This event is by reservation only.
Cost $55pp
Your booking includes 2 hours of bottomless drinks service as well as any 2 share plates of your choice.
The full Bottomless Brunch food and drink menu can be found here.
Celebrating 80 Years Running! Eight decades of community spirit, the iconic course, and shared memories!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of history — grab Super Saver entry from July 7 and join the celebration
Every year thousands of runners and walkers descend upon Hamilton City Centre for one of NZ's oldest and most beloved annually contested events, Lugton's Round the Bridges!
Established in 1945 by the Hamilton Harrier Club (now known as Hamilton City Hawks), Lugton's Round the Bridges started out as a road race designed to showcase some of NZ's top athletes, with past participants having included Barry Magee, Peter Snell and Dick Quax. Given its popularity, the event grew from strength to strength, eventually becoming the fantastic community event you see today!
Nowadays the event welcomes people of all shapes and sizes, from primary school students right through to running legends. With finisher's medals for every participant, on-course musical entertainment and thousands of fun-loving runners and walkers, Lugton's Round The Bridges offers an awesome day out which the entire family can enjoy.
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Find out what's on in the central city in July!
Step into the magical world of CATS – Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking musical phenomenon!
Inspired by T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, Hamilton Operatic Society’s production will dazzle audiences with a spellbinding fusion of music, dance, and poetry.On one extraordinary night each year, the Jellicle cats gather for the Jellicle Ball. Under the watchful eye of their wise leader, Old Deuteronomy, one special cat will be chosen to ascend to the Heaviside Layer—and be reborn into a new Jellicle life.Don’t miss your chance to experience the show that has captivated the world. CATS – a night of magic, mystery, and unforgettable music awaits.
Sat 9th August 2.00pm show will have sign language interpreters at the front of the auditorium.
Dates: 26th July - 9th August
Produced by: Hamilton Operatic Society
After selling out over 100 shows across the world, the team from 'Silent Discos in Incredible Places' is now coming to Aotearoa New Zealand.
As international promoters, they have thrown parties and held silent discos in, well, some pretty incredible places! Come along and be part of the global phenomenon right here in Kirikiriroa Hamilton.
Expect three epic DJs playing all your favourite 80s tunes in the stunning, illuminated surroundings of Te Whare Taonga like you've never seen it before.
100's of like-minded 80's fans singing their hearts out whilst wearing state of the art LED headphones where you can select between 3 different channels of music.
22nd August 2025 - First session 6.30pm to 9pm, Second session 9.30pm to 12am
This is strictly a 18+ event. Valid photographic I.D. may be requested on entry. Please take it as a compliment if you're asked to prove your age!
There will be a fully stocked bar on site for the entire event.
Tickets from $55.44
Monthly Open Late sessions.
Instead of closing at 5pm, Te Whare Taonga will be open until 9pm so that you can enjoy the exhibitions after-hours.
With drinks and nibbles available to purchase from our bar, you can get in the groove with a DJ or live music. Each month we'll have a new floor talk or panel discussion to get ideas sparking as you check out the galleries.Come by and make a night of it with Open Late at the Museum!
Schedule
Wednesday 28th May: Dive into Ripples with Sasha from He Koniahi Story Circle.
Wednesday 25th June: A Matariki spectacular featuring a panel discussion on Toi Maaori.
Wednesday 30th July: Winter chill special.
Wednesday 27th August: The insider's guide to the National Contemporary Art Award.
Free entry.
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A great line up of events on each month at Last Place!
We invite you to join us for a night celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, as we present the music of one of the world’s most iconic bands – from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for others
All the hits that defined a generation, and have been passed on for many more – all in one night, live, on stage.
Creedence Clearwater Collective brings to the stage a band that captures the unique CCR sound.
You do not want to hear through the grapevine that you missed out on this howling good time.
Join us, a real-life travelling band.
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