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315 days ago

Poll: Do you think the bar's age limit move will make a difference?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

One of Hamilton’s most popular bars, House on Hood, has implemented a new age restriction for Saturday nights, barring anyone under the age of 20 from entry.

The decision comes after months of costly damages caused by younger patrons, with bar owner John Lawrenson saying they had finally reached their breaking point.

Do you think the bar's age limit move will make a difference? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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