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Swim In The City - Waikaukau O Kirikiriroa
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Our community movement
Empowering the community
The Hamilton Municipal Pools closed in late 2012 due to lack of maintenance by Hamilton City Council. Swim In The City - Wai Kaukau o Kirikiriroa is dedicated to preserving this historic city asset as an outdoor heated all-year swimming venue in the heart of the city.
This beautiful image by Mark Wassung of Design Engine was created in 2012 to show one vision of what the Munies could look like.
Our campaigns
What we believe In
Community participation
Everyone counts
Since Hamilton City Council first advised of its intention to close the Municipal Pools, Swim In The City (formerly known as Sink Or Swim) has campaigned tirelessly for the site to be revamped as a swimming venue for the next 100 years. Our success is driven by the hearts, minds, and souls of our community. Come and join us.
Advocacy
Speaking up for the swimmers of the city - all ages, from toddlers to centenarians, from dabblers to international athletes.
Advocacy is an essential pillar of our Community Movement. There is strength in numbers, and we work to inform and encourage others to take a stand for what they believe in. Want to learn more?
Get involved
There are many ways to take action as a member of Swim In The City, all of which are key elements to the success of our Community Movement. Have a look at some of the opportunities to get involved below, and get in touch for more information about how you can do your part.
Communications and social media maintenance
Every individual has the ability to motivate others and inspire true change. By helping us with our social media and communications, you become a crucial part of our movement by making sure that our mission is heard and has a far-reaching, lasting impact.
Charitable status and trust fund maintenance
Our work is never done, and we can use all the help we can get. One of the ways you can take part is by helping us set up a Charitable Trust and making sure we fill all our legal obligations.
Advocacy
Active participation is an essential part of our movement’s success. Engaging with Hamilton City Council (and with anyone who can help our cause) is a great way to connect with your local community and spread the importance of our mission. With several different campaigns, it's easy to find something that personally inspires you.
