Hamilton's Gothenburg: so much more than you'd expect

Hamilton's Gothenburg: so much more than you'd expect
Hamilton's Gothenburg cafe/restaurant/bar is in an airy space overlooking the Waikato River. (Images: Helen van Berkel)
Helen van Berkel
Oh Hamilton! You’ve done it again. It’s a mystery to me why Hamilton isn’t seen as more of a destination. It boasts a great river, walking paths, and cycleways to make the most of it; it features the world-class Hamilton Gardens, each themed space more interesting than the last; and it has an entertainment precinct offering a variety of restaurants and drinking establishments to suit every taste. And it has Gothenburg. Gothenburg has been around since 2009 and moved to its current stunning riverside spot in 2014, but...

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