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Hamilton is one of New Zealand's five major centres, the largest inland city and is a key centre for farming, industry, finance and education, with the Waikato University, Wintec polytechnic and other educational institutions serving an estimated 25000 students.
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Although not a major tourist destination, the city is home to riverside attractions such as Hamilton Gardens, the Waikato Museum, Sky Riverside casino and entertainment complex and the Waipa Delta ferry, linked by a growing series of river walkways that wind peacefully alongside the river. A short drive from the city is the Hamilton Zoo, also a popular local attraction.
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The National Agricultural Fieldays and the Ruakura Agricultural Research Centre represent the city's importance to the surrounding dairy farming area and the local 'Mooloo' cow district mascot represents this importance.
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As well as the National Agricultural Fieldays, other major events include the popular Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival, a celebration of local and national artistic and musical talent, the Pacific Rose Bowl featuring the Waikato National Art Award and the Hot Air Balloon Fiesta.
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Address: 5 Vardon Road, Te Rapa, Hamilton 2001, New Zealand
Working hours: Tuesday to Friday 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Religion: Catholic
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