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Hastings District Council

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The Hastings District Council is the district council for all of the Hastings region on the east coast of New Zealand.

The Council is responsible for an area of 522,893 hectares, services some 73,400 people, has 28,992 rateable properties.

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News 26 Jun 2013
Memorial service for famed mountaineer

HASTINGS — A memorial service for famed mountaineer George Lowe will be held at St Mathews Church in Hastings this Sunday (30th June) at 10am.

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News 31 May 2013
Memorial service for renowned Hastings mountaineer

HASTINGS — A memorial service is to be held which will remember the life of famed mountaineer, George Lowe.

George Lowe

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Equestrian 24 Apr 2013
Best young riders compete at Hastings Equestrian Park

HASTINGS — The best young riders from around New Zealand will gather in Hastings to compete in the New Zealand Pony Club Horse Trials Teams Championships this weekend.

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Cycling 5 Feb 2013
Commuter Challenge offers breakfast during your ride to work

HASTINGS — February is a great time to leave your car at home and ride your bike to work.

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Community 4 Feb 2013
Second stage of Hastings Library reroofing project to begin

HASTINGS — The second stage of the reroofing project at the Hastings War Memorial Library will begin on Monday 11th February.

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Community 30 Jan 2013
Further nominations sought for Hastings Civic Honours awards

HASTINGS — Hastings residents are urged to consider placing a nomination for the 2013 Civic Honours Awards.

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News 28 Jan 2013
Public invited to remember the day that changed Hawke's Bay

HASTINGS — One minute of violent shaking that changed the face of Hawke’s Bay will be remembered in Hastings this Sunday (3rd February).

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Fire 22 Jan 2013
Fire risk remains extreme in Hastings District

HASTINGS — The continuing long dry spell in Hawke’s Bay is keeping fire services on edge.

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Waste 18 Jan 2013
Illegal dumping of rubbish in Hastings rural areas

HASTINGS — Illegally dumped rubbish in rural areas continues to cost Hastings ratepayers thousands of dollars each year to clean up.

Rubbish (mainly recycling) dumped on the side of Kaiapo Road just outside the urban area of Hastings.

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Books 8 Jan 2013
Big book sale at the Hastings Library

HASTINGS — Friends of the Hastings District Libraries are holding a big, two day book sale at the Hastings Library on Tuesday 22 January from 9am to 8pm & Wednesday 23 January from 9am to 5pm.

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Fire 8 Jan 2013
Strong winds and high temperatures increase the fire risk in Hawke's Bay

HASTINGS — Hawke’s Bay is in the grip of a dry spell and rural fire officers are becoming more concerned about the risk of fire, particularly over the next two days (Wed 9th & Thurs 10th).

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Multisport 24 Dec 2012
World Cup orienteering attracts athletes to Hawke's Bay

HASTINGS — Representatives from 20 different countries will make their way to Hawke’s Bay for the final two races in the Orienteering World Cup series.

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Water 21 Dec 2012
Third level of water restrictions in place for residents in the Esk/Whirinaki area

HASTINGS — Residents in the Esk/Whirinaki area of the Hastings District are being advised that further water restrictions are being imposed and to be more vigilant over the use of water.

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Alcohol 20 Dec 2012
Liquor licence suspension for Hastings hotel

HASTINGS — Concerns over some aspects of the operation of the Angus Hotel, have resulted in the suspension of the liquor stores off-licence.

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News 20 Dec 2012
Former Council nursery land sold for medium density housing development

HASTINGS — Hastings District Properties Limited (HDPL) has confirmed the sale of the former Council nursery site at 511 Fitzroy Avenue for a medium density housing development.

Artists impression of potential streetscape for new Fitzroy Avenue housing development

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Community 19 Dec 2012
Safety fence to be erected around Albert Hotel site

HASTINGS — Contractors for the Hastings District Council have begun erecting a 2.7 metre high safety fence around the site of the former Albert Hotel.

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News 18 Dec 2012
Christmas is a great time to recycle

HASTINGS — It’s the afternoon of Christmas and you are surrounded by wrapping paper, packaging from opened presents and cards that soon will need to find a new home.

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Community 14 Dec 2012
Pool renewal and strengthening work to begin at Waterworld indoor pool complex

HASTINGS — Strengthening work at Flaxmere Waterworld is to be undertaken while the facility is closed for a major upgrade and renewal after Christmas.

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Community 13 Dec 2012
Christchurch earthquake rebuild delays construction of Hastings Skatepark

HASTINGS — Construction of William Nelson Park in Hastings has been delayed due to the pressure of reconstruction work being undertaken in the wake of the Christchurch Earthquake.

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Fire 12 Dec 2012
Dry conditions force total fire ban in Hastings District

HASTINGS — A total fire ban is to come into force throughout the Hastings District.

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Community 12 Dec 2012
Public urged to report graffiti

HASTINGS — Hastings residents are being urged to remain vigilant over the reporting of graffiti.

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Water 4 Dec 2012
Water conservation measures in force for all Hastings District Council supplies (except Waimarama)

HASTINGS — Residents on community water supplies in the Hastings District are being reminded of the need to make a serious effort to conserve water, as the hot, dry conditions begin to take their toll on lawns and gardens around the district.

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Family 3 Dec 2012
Entertainment galore at Christmas in Cornwall Park

HASTINGS — There will be fun for all the family at ‘Christmas in the Park’ in Hastings Cornwall Park.

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Entertainment 28 Nov 2012
Entertainment galore at Christmas in Cornwall Park

HASTINGS — There will be fun for all the family at ‘Christmas in the Park’ in Hastings Cornwall Park.

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Fire 26 Nov 2012
Weather conditions increase rural fire risk

HASTINGS — Rural fire officers are carefully watching the weather conditions as vegetation in Hawke’s Bay continues to dry out and the fire risk increases.

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Community 26 Nov 2012
Knowledge Bank to be officially opened in historic Hastings homestead

HASTINGS — An official opening ceremony for the new Hawke’s Bay Knowledge Bank and the Stoneycroft Reserve is to be held on Saturday 1st December.

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Community 24 Nov 2012
Knowledge Bank to be officially opened in historic Hastings homestead

HASTINGS — An official opening ceremony for the new Hawke’s Bay Knowledge Bank and the Stoneycroft Reserve is to be held on Saturday 1st December.

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Water 23 Nov 2012
Waimarama residents reminded to conserve water

HASTINGS — Residents in the coastal township of Waimarama are being reminded of the need to conserve water as the region begins to dry out.

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News 21 Nov 2012
International walking advocate to speak in Hastings

HASTINGS — International expert on walking, and thought provoking presenter, Dr Rodney Tolley is to speak in Hastings on Monday 26th November.

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Community 21 Nov 2012
Hanging baskets and Christmas trees brighten up Hastings CBD

HASTINGS — Hastings CBD will get its festive season burst of colour when the installation of the hanging baskets and Christmas trees begins next week.

Christmas trees bring a festive look of Hastings CDB

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Community 20 Nov 2012
Big splash comes to Flaxmere Park

HASTINGS — Flaxmere Park will be filled with the sound of music and the laughter of children as the newly installed Splash Pad is officially turned on for summer.

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Film 19 Nov 2012
Hawke's Bay scenery delights movie scouts

HASTINGS — Two movie location scouts and a television commercial producer were taken on a special tour of the regions scenic highlights, ahead of the premiere of the movie Eternity.

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News 16 Nov 2012
Hawke's Bay scenery delights movie scouts

HASTINGS — Two movie location scouts and a television commercial producer were taken on a special tour of the regions scenic highlights, ahead of the premiere of the movie Eternity.

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Community 16 Nov 2012
Community joins together for successful neighbourhood event

HASTINGS — A “Neighbourhood Get Together” for residents of the Anderson Park/ Lucknow area of Havelock North attracted between 300 and 400 people.

The community joins in the fun at Anderson Park, Havelock North

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Community 14 Nov 2012
Safe Communities House open for visitors

HASTINGS — Children from Onekawa School will receive a graphic illustration of what can happen when you play with matches, at the official opening of the Safe Communities House.

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Entertainment 13 Nov 2012
Roses bloom at Frimley Park

HASTINGS — A very special Rose Sunday celebration is being planned for Frimley Park on Sunday 18th November.

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Waste 12 Nov 2012
HazMobile to collect hazardous waste in Hawke's Bay

HASTINGS — The HazMobile returns to Hawke’s Bay this month, giving residents the opportunity to get rid of their hazardous waste.

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Books 9 Nov 2012
Local green guru is guest speaker at Book Expo

HASTINGS — Janet Luke, Landscape Architect and author of Green Urban Living, is the guest speaker at this year’s Publishers’ Book Expo.

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Waste 9 Nov 2012
HazMobile to collect hazardous waste in Hawke's Bay

HASTINGS — The HazMobile returns to Hawke’s Bay this month, giving residents the opportunity to get rid of their hazardous waste.

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Education 9 Nov 2012
Keeping kids reading

HASTINGS — Over 700 children will benefit from taking part in the Hastings District Libraries’ Summer Reading Programmes during the school holidays.

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Community 9 Nov 2012
Safe Communities House open for visitors

HASTINGS — Children from Onekawa School will receive a graphic illustration of what can happen when you play with matches, at the official opening of the Safe Communities House.

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Community 5 Nov 2012
Nominations open for 2013 Hastings Civic Awards

HASTINGS — Hastings District Council is calling for nominations for the 2013 Civic Awards.

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Film 5 Nov 2012
Hawke's Bay to host first film premiere since 1983

HASTINGS — In 1983 the highly acclaimed movie Utu had its New Zealand premiere at the Napier Municipal Theatre and now Hawke’s Bay is preparing to host a second movie premiere.

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Community 5 Nov 2012
Awards for Hastings Young Achievers

HASTINGS — The achievements of 22 young Hastings people will be recognised at an awards ceremony this Wednesday.

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Pets 5 Nov 2012
Hastings SPCA receives Council support

HASTINGS — The Hastings and Districts branch of the RNZSPCA has received significant support from the Hastings District Council, following reports that financial difficulties may have led to closure.

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Film 2 Nov 2012
Hawke's Bay to host first film premiere since 1983

HASTINGS — In 1983 the highly acclaimed movie Utu had its New Zealand premiere at the Napier Municipal Theatre and now Hawke’s Bay is preparing to host a second movie premiere.

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Health 30 Oct 2012
Regional forum on positive ageing

HASTINGS — Hastings District Council is to host the first of what is hoped to be an ongoing series of regional forums focusing on positive ageing.

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Community 30 Oct 2012
Meeting to hear progress on Hastings City Plan

HASTINGS — Progress on the development of a plan for the future of Hastings CBD will be outlined at a public meeting in early November.

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Cycling 29 Oct 2012
Big Bike Fixup part of Havelock North BikeFest

HASTINGS — BikeFest will offer cyclists a chance to have their bike checked over before summer.

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Waste 29 Oct 2012
Free recycling period nets over ten thousand TVs

HASTINGS — There was a last minute rush as the 16 day free TV recycling period came to an end in Hawke’s Bay on Sunday.

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Motorsport 25 Oct 2012
Havelock North prepares a warm welcome for Targa competitors

HASTINGS — The 2012 Targa New Zealand competitors will roll into Havelock North tomorrow (Friday) at the end of the fourth day of the gruelling 2200 kilometre event.

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Waste 24 Oct 2012
Last chance for free TV recycling

HASTINGS — Free TV recycling in Hawke’s Bay is into its last few days.

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Community 18 Oct 2012
Council closes chapel at Hastings crematorium

HASTINGS — Hastings District Council has closed the chapel at the crematorium due to concerns over its earthquake strength.

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News 15 Oct 2012
USO bike ride to pass through Hastings

HASTINGS — Hastings is to welcome a group of cyclists who are attempting to ride the length of the country to raise cancer awareness amongst Maori and Pacific Island men.

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Community 15 Oct 2012
Cornwall Park Splash Pad ready for summer

HASTINGS — The extremely popular Splash Pad at Cornwall Park will be turned on for the summer season on Thursday 18th, October.  The Splash Pad will again be available for hours of free fun and entertainment for the kids.

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Waste 15 Oct 2012
Unwanted TVs pour into recycling site

HASTINGS — Over two thousand unwanted TVs were dropped off on the first weekend of TV Takeback in Hastings.

Over two thousand unwanted TVs were dropped off on the first weekend of TV Takeback in Hastings.

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News 12 Oct 2012
Free TV recycling starts this weekend

HASTINGS — A 16 day amnesty period for recycling unwanted TVs begins tomorrow in Hastings (Saturday 13th October).

Deputy Mayor Cynthia Bowers joins Dominic Salmon during preparation for the TV Takeback campaign.

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Waste 8 Oct 2012
Residents warned against early TV recycling

HASTINGS — Hastings TV recycling amnesty period is just under a week away, but residents are already dumping their TVs at the designated recycling site.

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Community 4 Oct 2012
Hastings to Clive pathway to be officially opened on Sunday

HASTINGS — The fourth arterial in Hastings iWay walking and cycling network will be officially opened this Sunday (7th October) at 10.30am at the Hawke’s Bay showgrounds.

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News 2 Oct 2012
Public invited to forum on genetic modification

HASTINGS — The public is invited to a regional forum which will present the latest information on the issue of Genetically Modified Organisms as they may affect Hawke’s Bay.

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Community 1 Oct 2012
Survey to gather ideas for future development of Anderson Park/Lucknow area of Havelock North village

HASTINGS — Residents in the Anderson Park/Lucknow area of Havelock North Village are being asked for their views of the suburb ahead of the development of a new community plan.

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Environment 1 Oct 2012
Residents urged to use amnesty period for TV disposal

HASTINGS — There is relief in sight for residents who need to get rid of TVs in the wake of the switch of the television signal from analogue to digital in Hawke’s Bay.

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Alcohol 26 Sep 2012
Hastings supermarket liquor licence suspended for ten days

HASTINGS — The Liquor Licensing Authority has ordered the suspension of the liquor licence of Hastings supermarket Countdown following a purchase operation in June 2012, which resulted in liquor being sold to a minor.  Hastings District Council staff combined with Police and District Health Board staff to carry out checks on licensed premises.

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Fundraiser 26 Sep 2012
Street Jam comes to Hastings

HASTINGS — Street Jam will show skateboarders at their very best in Hastings this Sunday (30th September).

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Community 21 Sep 2012
Fun for the whole family on the iWay Market Ride

HASTINGS — The iWay Market Ride will be a feature of the official opening of the new Hastings – Clive pathway.

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Education 21 Sep 2012
Hastings schools strengthen their relationship with sister city

HASTINGS — A delegation from two Hastings schools will pay a visit to the Chinese city of Guilin during October.

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Migration 20 Sep 2012
30 new citizens to be welcomed to Hastings

HASTINGS — Hastings will welcome 30 new New Zealanders at a citizenship ceremony to be held on Wednesday 26th September 2012, from 6 pm in the Hastings District Council Chambers.

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Motorsport 20 Sep 2012
Targa New Zealand returns for another blast on roads around Hawke's Bay

HASTINGS — Competitors in the 18th running of Targa New Zealand will relish the opportunity to again experience the delights of roads around Hawke’s Bay in October.

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Community 18 Sep 2012
Further recognition for Hastings iWay project

HASTINGS — Hastings iWay project came out ahead of a strong field to win the SOLGM-GHD Management Award in the Better Local Services for Less category.

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Hockey 17 Sep 2012
Black Sticks in Hawke's Bay to thank community for their support

HASTINGS — Six of the Black Sticks players will be in Hastings tomorrow (Tuesday 18th September) to thank the Hawke’s Bay community for supporting the teams during their Olympic campaigns.

Black Sticks Anita Punt (left) high fives co-captain Kayla Sharland during their 2012 Four Nations final against Australia at North Harbour Hockey Stadium.

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Council 17 Sep 2012
Strong performance by Hastings District Council Customer Service team

HASTINGS — The Customer Service team at Hastings District Council has claimed the runner-up spot in the Team of the Year Awards at the Association of Local Government Information Management (ALGIM) Symposium.

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News 14 Sep 2012
You may be eligible for a scholarship or grant!

HASTINGS — Do you or a member of your family need help searching for information on scholarships or grants? A FREE BreakOut Workshop is being held at the Hastings Library on Tuesday 25 September, 5.30-6.30pm.

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News 11 Sep 2012
Special weather warning from the Metservice issued at 9:46 am on Tuesday September 11th

HASTINGS — A heavy snow warning is in place for the Central North Island ranges east of Taihape and the Kaweka Ranges from Hawkes Bay to northern Manawatu.

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Finance 31 Aug 2012
LGFA issues over $1b dollars in bonds in just eight months

HASTINGS — The Local Government Funding Authority (LGFA) has just issued its sixth bond tender which has bought issuance to date past the $1b mark.

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Rural 31 Aug 2012
Rural communities to receive new fire appliances

HASTINGS — Two new fire appliances will soon be available for emergencies in rural areas of Hastings.

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Community 24 Aug 2012
Students gain work experience through Youth Futures project

HASTINGS — Hastings High School students have eagerly taken the opportunity to upskill themselves when presented with workplace opportunities through the Youth Futures project to which Hastings District Council is a major contributor.

 James Fulford from Karamu High School gains work experience as an arborist.

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Books 22 Aug 2012
eBooks and downloadable audiobooks available for longer

HASTINGS — In response to customer demand, Hastings District and Napier City Libraries are increasing the loan period for their ePukapuka Digital Library eBooks and audiobooks.

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Community 20 Aug 2012
Council to discuss proposal to name skate+park after a city forefather

HASTINGS — Hastings’ new inner city park may be named after one of the city’s great forefathers, William Nelson The 6000m2 Skate+Park, which is bounded by St Aubyn Street, Avenue Road and King Street, may become known as William Nelson Park following a Hastings District Council meeting this Thursday.

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Community 14 Aug 2012
Entries roll in for Hawke's Bay Asian awards

HAWKE'S BAY — Organisers are pleased with the number of nominations received for the inaugural Asians in the Bay awards 2012.

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Community 10 Aug 2012
Cycling and walking facilities feature in Flaxmere Park redevelopment

HASTINGS — New cycling and walking paths and a paved walking promenade will feature in the redevelopment of Flaxmere Park.

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Books 9 Aug 2012
Martin Snedden: Maxing the Result

HASTINGS — Imagine being in charge of an events company that, from the outset, was expected to lose millions of dollars.

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News 8 Aug 2012
Hastings roading project finalist in national competition

HASTINGS — The project which created a new and exciting design for the Havelock Road transport corridor has been named as a finalist in the 2012 Roading Excellence awards.

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Community 8 Aug 2012
Information board will honour original members of the Havelock North Town Board

HASTINGS — A short ceremony will mark the installation of a new historical information board in the Havelock North CBD.

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Finance 8 Aug 2012
Financial literacy at your library, your place

HASTINGS — Ever wanted to know more about KiwiSaver but didn’t know who or what to ask? Hastings District Libraries and IRD have teamed up to bring you a FREE seminar KiwiSaver - an introduction on Tuesday 28 August, 5.30pm.

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Water 7 Aug 2012
Volcanic eruption - water supply protection

HASTINGS — Ash from the volcanic eruption of Mt Tongariro is being blown across Hawke’s Bay.

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Alcohol 2 Aug 2012
Liquor licences suspended following controlled purchase operation

HASTINGS — The Liquor Licensing Authority has ordered the suspension of the liquor licences at two Hastings outlets following recent purchase operations which saw liquor being sold to minors.

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News 27 Jul 2012
Council announces energy-efficient housing initiative

HASTINGS — Rising energy bills and the need for warmer, drier, healthier homes has spurred Hastings District Council to launch a pilot project aimed at encouraging the construction of more energy-efficient homes.

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Community 26 Jul 2012
Inaugural Opportunities of Ageing Conference for Hastings

HASTINGS — Hastings will host New Zealand’s inaugural Opportunities of Ageing Conference.

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News 25 Jul 2012
Tickets on sale for Asian business awards

HASTINGS — Tickets are now on sale for a gala event which will honour Hawke’s Bay based Asian entrepreneurs, professionals and community organisations.

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Community 25 Jul 2012
New iWay pathway officially opens Sunday

HASTINGS — The new iWay pathway on the northern side of Havelock Road will be officially opened this Sunday 29th July.

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Culture 25 Jul 2012
Hastings Blossom Parade just eight weeks away

HASTINGS — Hastings CBD will come alive on Saturday, September 15th as the annual Blossom Parade takes to the streets of the central city.

The Flaxmere Pony Club float was judged best in parade in 2011.

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Community 24 Jul 2012
Hastings welcomes 32 new citizens

HASTINGS — Hastings will welcome 32 new New Zealanders at a citizenship ceremony to be held Wednesday August 1st, 2012, from 6pm in the Hastings District Council Chambers.

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Electricity 24 Jul 2012
Talk to give tips on how to save on power bills

HASTINGS — Ever wondered why your power bills are so high? It could be that you are using more power than is absolutely necessary, but don’t despair, help is on the way.

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