Become Involved

Friends of Hamilton Gardens

The Friends of Hamilton Gardens is a friendly voluntary organisation of about 500 enthusiasts with a shared interest and passion for Hamilton Gardens. As an incorporated society founded in 1988 its overall aim is to promote and support the ongoing development of Hamilton Gardens and increase public awareness, use and enjoyment of Hamilton Gardens.

We achieve this through a number of different projects: 

- Operation and promotion of the Information Centre (the gateway to the gardens).  Volunteers pick times on a monthly roster. This is a great way to meet lots of people and become more familiar with the Gardens.

- Promotion of the Gardens as a key tourist attraction.  This includes guided tours throughout the gardens, hosting visiting groups, and providing up-to-date information on developments within the Gardens.

- Promotion and assistance with future development of the Gardens through fundraising projects and involvement in promotional events like the Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival and Right Bank Arts Festival.

- We also have a lot of fun catching up with all "Friends" members at various organised social events, garden tours outside of Hamilton and training days. 

The "Friends" believe that Hamilton Gardens is the most attractive and exciting project and tourist attraction in the Waikato and are proud to be involved.

How Do I Join the "Friends"?
Our yearly subscription for the year ending 31 July 2009 is $25.00

This subscription entitles you to:
· Receipt of our regular newsletter to keep you up to date on developments and events at Hamilton Gardens.
· Invitations to garden tours, seminars, social functions and other events.
· Advance notice of coming events and developments at the Gardens including information sent to the Festival supporters.
· A 10% discount on purchases at certain local businesses.
Become a member of this exciting organisation.  All you need to do is post your cheque with your name and address to:
 The Membership Secretary
 "Friends of Hamilton Gardens"
 P O Box 4268
 Hamilton

Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival Supporters

Register your name and postal or email address to receive updates about the Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival, you will also get the Festival programme before it is released to the general public. Some events sell out quickly, so it is important to book early to avoid dissappointment.
Contact: Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival 
P O Box 4051
Hamilton East
Hamilton 3247
   Ph (07) 859 1317
   Email hgsff@xtra.co.nz

Volunteers

Most volunteers are involved through the Friends of Hamilton Gardens.
Activities include:
· Working in the Information Centre once or twice a month.
· Involvement in events such as the Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival or the Pacific Rose Bowl Festival.
· Propagating rare and unusual plants for fundraising and learning a lot about plants in the process.
· Working bees such as deadheading roses.
· More experienced volunteers with a good knowledge of the Gardens can become tour guides.
 
Contact the Friends of Hamilton Gardens
P O Box 4268, Hamilton
Ph (07) 8386782
Email: hamilton.gardens@hcc.govt.nz