Western Community Centre

Community Organisation

Western Community Centre
46 Hyde Avenue
Nawton
Hamilton 3200
404 days ago

Treats in the Park 2023

Neil Tolan from Western Community Centre

We are excited to announce Treats in the Park, is back!

Here's a breakdown of the key details:
Date: Tuesday, October 31st, 2023
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Western Community Centre

Event Highlights:
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We are excited to announce Treats in the Park, is back!

Here's a breakdown of the key details:
Date: Tuesday, October 31st, 2023
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Western Community Centre

Event Highlights:
6 Treats stations
Inflatable rides
Food stalls
Fun activities
Entertainment
Costume competition
Community information
Prizes
Skate competition
and much more!

Cost:
Treat Tickets: $5 each (for children to collect treats and access inflatable rides)
Spectators: Free
Proceeds from registration fees cover under half of event costs, with the remaining funding coming from funders, supporters, and fundraising efforts.

Sponsors:
The event is made possible with the support of Hamilton City Council, Trust Waikato, and Lottery Grants Board.

Ticket Purchase:
You can purchase Treat Tickets at the Lodge Registration tent when you arrive at the event.
Alternatively, you can buy tickets at the community centre during the week leading up to the event.

Additional Information:
Don't forget to bring a reusable bag to collect treats.
Parking is limited, so if you're a local, it's encouraged to walk down to the event. The Meteor bus also comes past regularly to our centre and is a good option too and stops nice and close!

Costume Judging:
Costume showcases will take place at 5 PM, 6 PM, and 7 PM.
All ages can participate, and there's no need to register in advance. Just come to the side of the stage 5 minutes before your chosen time slot. You can enter the competition once per night.
Grown-ups are encouraged to dress up as well!

Event Background:
The event began in 1998 as a response to concerns about children wandering the streets late into the night collecting treats on Halloween.
Due to overwhelming feedback from residents and community leaders, it became an annual event starting in 2003.

Parking:
About the Western Community Centre:
The Western Community Centre has been facilitating events for the past three decades, aiming to bring our community together, strengthen relationships, create vibrancy, and celebrate diversity and strength. #goodthingshappeninnawton

For more information or inquiries about the event, you can send a message or email admin@wccham.org.nz.
Enjoy Treats in the Park 2023!

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601 days ago

Fruit and Vegetables for just $15!

Neil Tolan from Western Community Centre

$15 Fruit and Vegetables bags!
This week the bags contain;
Lettuce
Broccoli
Onions
Bananas
Pears
Royal Gala Apples
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$15 Fruit and Vegetables bags!
This week the bags contain;
Lettuce
Broccoli
Onions
Bananas
Pears
Royal Gala Apples
Pick up WEDNESDAY from Western Community Centre 11am- 5.30pm.
Please only order if you can pick it up, Eftpos is available.
Anyone can order and you can order as many bags as you like.
Thank you Foodtogether`

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726 days ago

Voting is now open at the centre for the Hamilton West by-election!

Neil Tolan from Western Community Centre

The by-election is being held so voters enrolled in the Hamilton West electorate can elect a local MP to represent them in Parliament.
The Hamilton West electorate includes the suburbs west of the Waikato River including Melville, Frankton, Nawton, Pukete, and Te Rapa. It also includes Woodridge … View more
The by-election is being held so voters enrolled in the Hamilton West electorate can elect a local MP to represent them in Parliament.
The Hamilton West electorate includes the suburbs west of the Waikato River including Melville, Frankton, Nawton, Pukete, and Te Rapa. It also includes Woodridge and parts of Flagstaff.
You can enrol and vote at the same time at any voting place, including on election day.
Voting closes on Saturday the 10th of December at 7pm.
Enrol. Vote. Be heard.

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747 days ago

Citizens Advice Bureau @ Western

Neil Tolan from Western Community Centre

Citizens Advice Bureau Hamilton is here Wednesdays and Thursdays at the centre, 10.30 am-12.30 pm. No appointment is needed.
Citizens Advice Bureau provides free, confidential, independent information and advice to anyone. They help people know what their rights are and how to access services they… View more
Citizens Advice Bureau Hamilton is here Wednesdays and Thursdays at the centre, 10.30 am-12.30 pm. No appointment is needed.
Citizens Advice Bureau provides free, confidential, independent information and advice to anyone. They help people know what their rights are and how to access services they need.

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775 days ago

Citizens Advice Bureau at Western

Neil Tolan from Western Community Centre

Citizens Advice Bureau are at the centre Wednesdays and Thursdays 10.30 am - 12.30 pm. No appointment is needed.

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