Hamilton Facts
- Named after Captain John F.C. Hamilton, it was formally established in 1864, replacing the older Māori village of Kirikiriroa
- hamilton is nicknamed 'the Tron' by locals. There's still some debate on where this nickname came from, but most people believe it's inspired by an old city slogan, 'Hamiltron: City of the Future'!
- Before it was names hamiton it was called kirikiriroa!!
