Hamilton and Auckland mums
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Topic: Hamilton and Auckland mums
Posted By: Kazzle
Subject: Hamilton and Auckland mums
Date Posted: 01 January 2008 at 4:39pm
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we decided today that in March we are going to come up to Hamilton for a couple of days and go to the zoo and auckland zoo as well, we would love to meet all you guys, and also need to know some cheap places to stay that are kid friendly.
Would also like to know some kid friendly stuff to do, Rhiannon will almost be 2yrs old when we come up. Thanks :) ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: Kazzle
Date Posted: 02 January 2008 at 5:42pm
*sob sob* nobody loves me *sob sob* ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Kels
Date Posted: 02 January 2008 at 6:12pm
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Awww Kazzle its probably b'cos not everyone is here due to christmas and new years. Once people come back to the boards it will be fine ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: Glow
Date Posted: 02 January 2008 at 6:23pm
Hi Kaz
Yay for Hamilton holidays. What kind of places do you like staying at? I know of 2 good kid friendly motor lodge type things. Kings Court- Prices range from $99-$160 the have a pool but no play ground that i know of. And Barclay Motel, which is priced from $120-$350, this one has a playground & pool, really nice place too. Both are centrally located. As for things to do, why not stop by Waitomo Caves on your way through & take Rhiannon caving? Spellbound LTD is the best value for money  in Hamilton itself there is the Waipa delta, which does lunch & dinner cruises on a paddle boat up the Waikato river. There is Waterworld, river walks, museum (which has an excite) Lollipops playland & Candyland in Gordonton.
Thats all i can think of at the moment HTH ------------- Mummy of Two Boys B: 2004 K: 2007 |
Posted By: Kazzle
Date Posted: 03 January 2008 at 7:37am
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hey guys, i was only kidding around, but thanks for your answers, keep em rolling, i do so hope to meet up with you guys ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Glow
Date Posted: 05 January 2008 at 2:12pm
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More accommodation ideas
Hamilton City Holiday park- 14 Ruakura RD, Claudelands.(1.5kms from city) Has Std cabins & self contained units from $40-$90 Narrows park christian camp- 442 Airport Rd, (7kms from city) on banks of Waikato river. They mainly cater for sports groups & schools but do have 1 self contained cabin for $65approx. Attractions/activities Hamilton Gardens Great Kiwiana festival (Otorohanga) is held in March Frankton markets- every Saturday morning- Frankton Hamilton Lake/Lake Rotoroa ------------- Mummy of Two Boys B: 2004 K: 2007 |
Posted By: Neeks
Date Posted: 06 January 2008 at 2:48pm
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Hiya Kazzle,
YAY for the Auckland Zoo
Best thing I can suggest to find Kid Friendly Accomodation is the Jasons website http://www.jasons.com/New-Zealand/ - http://www.jasons.com/New-Zealand/ that way you can search kid friendly accomodation and check out the places via their websites or pictures before deciding either way  -------------  
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Posted By: BabyOnBoard
Date Posted: 06 January 2008 at 11:00pm
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Wouldn't know sorry all I do when I go to Hamz is shop lol ------------- http://lilypie.com">  
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Posted By: EmDee
Date Posted: 07 January 2008 at 11:08pm
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Sorry not to sure on accomodation, but maybe try the Hamilton website: http://www.hamilton.co.nz/ - link .
Pity that you'll miss the Summer festival at the Gardens, there is usually something on that appeals to everyone. I think Hamilton Gardens are an awesome place to visit anyway though so pop that on your list  And Glow has given a really good list of things to do. Will try to think of some more for you ...------------- DS 8 DD 6 DS 4 DD 2 |
Posted By: Kazzle
Date Posted: 08 January 2008 at 7:38am
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thanks guys, this is all really appreciated ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: FionaS
Date Posted: 08 January 2008 at 4:45pm
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Speaking on behalf of the Akl ladies, some of whom are away, we'd LOVE to meet you and have a trip to the zoo! Just let us know dates and we'll arrange a fun day :) ------------- Mummy to Gabrielle and Ashley |
Posted By: porcelina
Date Posted: 08 January 2008 at 10:28pm
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I just moved to Hamilton and would love to get to know some people.
I looked at the Waipa Delta website and just about fell off my chair at the prices. What they charge for a scone and a cup of tea! Yikes! What's the summer festival? I live a 2 min walk away from the Gardens. -------------   
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Posted By: Kazzle
Date Posted: 09 January 2008 at 7:45am
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Hey FionaS once i know dates i will post so we can organise something, looking forward to it ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: tashzmum
Date Posted: 09 January 2008 at 4:52pm
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the hamilton zoo is great!!! we took tash there for her birthday and loved it!!
there is also gallagher aquatic center which i have heard good things about. there are heaps of nice walks/picnic spots along the river and a chance to feed the ducks. cambridge has the horse magic show which is pretty cool. there is the kiwi house in otorohanga. umm all i can think of at the moment..... there is a big teddy bears picnic at the hamilton gardens on the 17th feb if anyone else is interested. ------------- Natasha Jayde, 1-01-05(7lb3oz) Caroline Elisabeth, 9-04-08 (4lb15oz) Izabella Kate, 9-04-08(6lb7oz) Lexi Brenna, 23-01--2011(6lb6oz) |
Posted By: porcelina
Date Posted: 09 January 2008 at 9:37pm
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What sort of a time is the picnic? We can walk there too .... DH will be asleep til around lunchtime. -------------
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Posted By: EmDee
Date Posted: 09 January 2008 at 10:08pm
The summer festival is a month (I think) long series of different events at the gardens. There is music, art, theatre etc. They take place in different parts of the gardens. Some cost, but there are a heaps that are free or cheap. A couple of years ago we had a picnic in the rose gardens watching 'A midsummers night dream'. It was awesome  Here is a link to a website which has all performances, dates, times & costs. http://www.hamiltongardens.co.nz/index.asp?PageID=2145827370 - Summer Festival
Teddy Bears Picnic: 10am - 3pm, $2 pp, under 1yr free ------------- DS 8 DD 6 DS 4 DD 2 |
Posted By: Jay_R
Date Posted: 01 February 2008 at 1:20pm
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Just seen this thread - yay Kaz, it would be awesome to meet up with you and Rhiannon
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Posted By: Kazzle
Date Posted: 18 March 2008 at 7:43am
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Bumping up, as we arrive in just over 3 wks, and being the person i am, like to have things organised...hahaha
so whos meeting me and Rhiannon and Kent, and Emma and Mel. where is that park...arrrgghhhh dont know auckland at all ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Bizzy
Date Posted: 19 March 2008 at 11:43pm
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ooohhh, i may up to an outing by then too... so count me in. ------------- http://www.myfitnesspal.com/weight-loss-ticker"> 
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Posted By: .Mel
Date Posted: 20 March 2008 at 9:46am
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Kaz, Where are you staying in Auckland again?
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Posted By: Kazzle
Date Posted: 24 March 2008 at 8:22pm
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I am staying in Herne Bay...
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Posted By: Jay_R
Date Posted: 25 March 2008 at 11:08am
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Right, so from memory we were all going to have an early picnic dinner at the playground in One Tree Hill Domain.
However, my memory does not give me the date we'd decided on!! |
Posted By: Bizzy
Date Posted: 06 April 2008 at 7:50pm
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ok found this but it doesnt give many details - i think emma and mel were trying to keep kazzle to themselves..! ------------- http://www.myfitnesspal.com/weight-loss-ticker">
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Posted By: Bombshell
Date Posted: 06 April 2008 at 8:01pm
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Posted By: .Mel
Date Posted: 06 April 2008 at 8:12pm
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Damn it! Busted! ------------- Mr Mellow (16) Miss Attitude (8) Destructa Kid (3)
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Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 06 April 2008 at 9:29pm
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Teehee, not even! I have Kazzle's number, will text her tomorrow and suss out a time etc. and I promise I will let you all know! -------------  Maya Grace (28/02/03)
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Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: Jay_R
Date Posted: 07 April 2008 at 11:03am
| Hey Ladies - just checking in to see if/when/where we are catching up! |