Horse Haven Riding Academy: Dedicated to the teaching and sharing the love of horses to all ages in the community since 2001. # Coaching # Learn to ride #Horsemanship Clinics #Facility Hire # Pony Stud. We love to help young people who love horses develop greater confidence, understanding and knowledge about horses, to teach them new skills with horsemanship, horse riding and handling and also much of the aspects of the care of the horse. These new skills they will take with them into their everyday... Read more

Across the road from the iconic Cornish Pumphouse, the new Gold Discovery Centre first welcomes visitors with its striking facade. This is something new! Inside you’ll find yourself immersed in interactive activities. You’ll be pushing hard against an air-leg drill that will shake your bones, just like a real drill. You’ll lean on a plunger to trigger a simulated explosion down the gold mine, then for a change of pace you might try to beat the shady dealer at a game of Two-up. You’ll marvel at... Read more

On the banks of the beautiful Waikato River, just minutes from Taupo Towncentre, you will find the iconic and unique family playground, of Huka Prawn Park. With acres of land dedicated to the production of New Zealand fresh water prawns, and pure family fun, Huka Prawn Park offers a day of fun and excitement for all ages. Our activity pass offers all day access to the park. This includes prawn fishing, guided tours and access to the activity loop which is packed with fun attractions. Feel the... Read more

Hopscotch Childcare and Hopscotch Preschool are two privately owned centres in the rural town of Otorohanga. They’re managed by the owner and Licensee, Charlotte Clapcott. Both Centres are open from 8am to 5.15pm. Our centres are family-based with strong ties to the community. Our children are able to experience many out of centre activities such as: We take regular walking trips to the park, Kiwi House, library and Beattie Rest Home. Our local fire station and ambulance officers visit us at... Read more

Enjoy a scenic 1 hour train ride on this world-class mountain railway. Travel through regenerating and replanted native forest, including the great Kauri, with unique pottery sculptures lining the track. The railway line includes 2 spirals, 3 short tunnels, 5 reversing points and several large viaducts as it climbs up to the mountain-top terminus. This splendid building - the 'Eyefull Tower' gives spectacular views out over the Hauraki Gulf and islands. Your driver will tell the story of our innovative... Read more

Welcome to Hamilton BMX Club, we welcome everyone to come & join us at our club nights & training (training pedal bikes only) to learn & enjoy BMX with many of our families & riders, on pedal & balance bikes. Hamilton BMX Club nights: Wednesday's (weather permitting) check in from 5.15pm, fun racing starts at 6.00pm Cost New Riders first 3 club nights free, then next 7 club nights cost $3 per night per rider within this time or by the 10th club night expected to join the club or become a... Read more

Taupo Parents Centre is a not for profit organisation run by parents for parents. Parents Centre was first established in NZ in 1952 with the Taupo Centre being set up in 1978. The organisation offers four core services to its members and the community - childbirth (antenatal) education, parents support groups, parenting education, and advocacy/lobbying for parents, birthing and families. Our mission is: positive birth experiences and informed parenting in a community where parents are supported... Read more

McKenzie Centre is an Early Intervention centre for children aged 0-6 with special needs and disabilities, in the Waikato. These special needs range from delays in language and mobility to more chronic conditions and syndromes which can affect all aspects of development, including intellectual, physical, sensory and behavioural. Why is Early Intervention important? Young children learn and develop differently. One child may talk earlier than others. Another child might walk later. Often,... Read more

This is a fun place for all ages! When you visit to CallumBrae Family Golf Centre, you will experience Waikato's only 36holes miniputt and New Zealand's only 18hoels Pitch&putt! Also you will experience Cafe with kid's play ground on site. The coffee is seriously good, and you won't disappoint with house made foods on site. CallumBrae is Hamilton's very unique whole package for family fun time. Read more

Kawhia Beachside s-Cape Holiday Park is the only waterfront camp ground in Kawhia. Situated on the left as you come into Kawhia, you get great views of the harbour from their waterfront camping sites. 10 cabins and 5 motels are also available at family friendly prices, some with harbour views also. Springless trampoline, kayaks for hire and loan shovels to dig your own natural mineral hot spa on Ocean Beach, 6km away. RV Dump station, coin operated laundry and modern clean ablution block with free... Read more

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Learning Links, a leading childcare and an early childhood education center with over 20 years experience and centres in Dunedin, Palmerston, Horowhenua, Taupo, Te Awamutu and Hamilton. Learning Links, an affordable daycare centre provides warm, caring, play based early learning environment for 3 months to 5 years old children. We are a home away from home where Children love to Learn! We believe that childcare is about providing children with the best possible start in life. Our passion is on... Read more

Based in Horotiu in the mighty Waikato is a colourful, creative studio just waiting for you, your family & friends..... Splashy is fun, splashy is colour, splashy is unlike anything else in the world. If you want a great day out why not come along and have a go at painting your own ceramic pottery item or two. All age groups and skill levels are welcome to come create treasures to keep forever. Your masterpieces will be fired & glazed and about 10 days after painting they are ready finished... Read more

Turangi Climbing Gym is a family owned and operated indoor climbing wall, run by Josh and Synve Scottwell. We offer climbing suitable for tourists, seasoned climbers, and most importantly the local community. We endeavour to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable time here, and hope you leave with a new interest in pursuing our favourite sport! There is tope rope, lead/sports, and bouldering available. Read more

Balls of fun for everyone! Enjoy the Kiwiana themed full 18 hole mini golf, practice your cricket, softball or baseball skills against our world class pitching and bowling machines or your golf swing in the pro drive nets! All nestled in relaxing park like grounds perfect for any family or business event from a picnic to corporate eventing! With our paintball set in native bush paintball as well as the all new target paintball it guarantees a natural setting for hours of fun! Barbeque facilities... Read more

We offer quality Children's Pony Parties, Barn Parties, Woodland Fairy Parties, Pony Rides, Private Lead-Rein Riding Lessons, and Pony Play Groups for Preschool Children. Our business has been designed to give your children access to ponies in a safe, caring, and quiet environment, set in an authentic country setting with beautiful views. Read more

Premium accommodation offering fully equipped kitchen and laundry and 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms , sleeping up to 6 people. Resort facilities include free for guest use, kids scooters, spades for use at the infamous Hot Water Beach, heated swimming pool with kids pool, Childrens playground, tennis court raquets and balls available and our beautiful beach and trendy cafes, just a 5 minute stroll. Priced from $145 for a 1 bedroom NZD. Subject to season and availability. Ask for our 'Minimum 3 night stay'... Read more

At ACE learn to swim we offer learn to swim classes for Babies from 3 months of age, Pre schoolers and School Age children. We offer the smallest classes in town and operate from a Private Indoor Heated Pool in central Hamilton. Our team are all qualified, professional and friendly. We love getting to know all of our ACE families and seeing your children thrive and grow while attending our swim school. Read more

Kelly Sports provides Holiday Programmes, After School Sports Programmes and After School Care for children aged 5 to 13. We also run sporting programmes at schools, kindergartens and day care centres. Read more

We are an Inline Hockey Sports Club (like Ice hockey on wheels). We offer public skate sessions, school league, learn to skate classes, holiday programmes and a friendly environment. We also offer venue hire, great for parties or functions or just get a group together for a fun day out. All welcome :-) To enquire contact us Read more

Totara Springs is the largest centre of its kind in New Zealand and is the ultimate venue for church retreats, school camps, education outside the classroom (EOTC) teaching, business conferences, sporting and artistic events, holiday camps and weddings. We are situated in a beautiful setting, nestled at the foot of the Kaimai mountain ranges in Matamata. There are 90 acres of park-like grounds and native bush with streams, walks and bush trails. We have a large indoor sports and activity centre... Read more

A family orientated tennis club that provides coaching and competition for all ages. Read more

Thames Sailing Club offers a seasonal programme of centreboard sailing, keeler sailing and sail training for all ages. Those new to sailing are welcome to come along and have a go. Please refer to our website for scheduled club sailing days and contacts. Read more

3 court squash facility for anyone wanting to play squash. We cater for social and competitive players all year round. Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Chartwell and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Chartwell, Hamilton, are taught by passionate instructors who... Read more

The Otorohanga Kiwi House & Native Bird Park is a great place to see Kiwi. Our aim is to offer New Zealand's most personal wildlife experience for all ages. We have close-up viewing of kiwi (New Zealand’s national bird) within our specialised nocturnal houses. Keeper talks occur throughout the day allowing visitors to get up close and personal with the large collection of unique NZ birds and reptiles. Keeper Talks are 10.30am (Kiwi) 11.00am (Kea & Kaka) 12.00pm (Kakariki) 1.30pm (Kiwi) 2.30pm... Read more