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Western Community Centre’s Youth Hub: A Fresh Space for New Generations

  • Update - Youth Hub: A Fresh Space for New Generations!

      12 June 2026

    Thank you!

    We have now raised over $950,000 to renovate this community space and youth hub, transforming it into a vibrant, fully functional place where local young people can connect, grow, and thrive.

    Construction begins in July 2026!

    We are now fundraising to equip the space with things like a pool table, table tennis table, chairs, furniture, and other essentials to help bring the hub to life.

    A huge thank you to the funders who have committed to supporting this project: Len Reynolds Trust, Lottery Grants Board, WEL Energy Trust, DV Bryant Trust, Gallagher, Trust Waikato, Glenice & John Gallagher Foundation, Lodge Tawhiri, Altrusa International of Hamilton, and Cambridge Drainage and Earthworks and Hamilton Central Rotary.

    We also extend our gratitude to Hamilton City Council for generously gifting us this building, and to everyone who has contributed through the Givealittle page or donated directly via our reception donation box.

    We can't wait to open the doors to a vibrant new space that will serve our community for generations to come.

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  • Youth Hub Update!

      7 October 2025

    Youth Hub Update – 24 September 2025

    Great news! We’re hoping to kick off the Youth Hub redevelopment in early 2026!

    We still have a little fundraising to go, so a few more initiatives are on the way. Huge thanks to everyone who’s already chipped in through this page or directly. You’re helping make this happen!

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  • Youth Hub Update!

      24 September 2025

    Exciting news! We’re aiming to kick off our redevelopment in early 2026! 🎉

    There’s still a bit of fundraising to complete, but we are incredibly grateful for all the support so far. We can’t wait to see this project come to life!

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  • Update!

      30 May 2025

    We’re pleased to share that we have now raised $826,060, bringing us significantly closer to our fundraising target.

    Thank you once again for being part of this journey.

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  • Youth Hub: A Fresh Space for New Generations

      10 March 2025
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    For nearly 50 years, Western Community Centre has been a safe space, a launchpad, and a home away from home for so many youth.

    This new hub will help us to continue that tradition, giving today’s youth their own place to build friendships, grow skills, and find support.

    Future generations will enjoy this tremendous resource just steps away from the skate park and court where so many of our community’s best memories are made.

    Thank you for your support!

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