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My HastingsISSUE 66 April 2018

COUNCIL LONG TERM PLAN

Key Projects Affecting Your RoadsIt’s a busy time on our roads, as Council continues to work on a number of key projects investing in the resilience of our infrastructure, the number one priority being our drinking water supply.

Projects of this size and scale do unfortunately require roadworks while we upgrade our infrastructure, sometimes in multiple locations, and Council greatly appreciates your patience.

The following projects have traffic management in place which may include road closures or detours during some or all of the work. Please take care when driving in the vicinity of these projects.

ST GEORGES RD

NORTON RD

HERETAUNGA ST EAST

SYLVAN RD

WILLOWPARK RD NORTH

ADA ST

HOWARD ST

CROSSES RD

ST ANDREWS RD

ST ANDREWS RD

HAVELOCK RD

KARANEMA DR

TE MATA RDNAPIER RD

HASTINGS

HAVELOCK NORTH

WINDSOR AVE

ST AUBYN ST EAST

Hereworth School

Havelock North High School

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DRINKING WATER INVESTMENT STRATEGYEnsuring a safe and resilient water supply for our district is the number one priority for Council. An investment package totalling $47.5m of infrastructure and treatment work commenced last year, with two key projects currently impacting on our roads.

Te Mata Road Water ServicesMay 2017 – April 2018 Installation of a major new water main and sewer main.

This $10 million project is a key part of an overall drinking water infrastructure investment plan, and involves the installation of a major new water main over 4.8 kilometres. Initial works have commenced in St Georges Rd, Howard St and Crosses Rd.

Hastings-Havelock North Water MainFebruary 2018 - December 2018

HOUSING SUPPLYTo enable new housing developments to progress, Council invests in supplying infrastructure to ‘greenfields’ developments, such as the development currently underway in Lyndhurst Rd.

STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTSWith the existing infrastructure nearing the end of its lifespan Council is investing in a major upgrade of stormwater services on Railway Rd, which will not only renew but also improve the management of stormwater in this area.

TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTSCreating efficient transport linkages from field to plate are critical to ensuring a productive economy in the Hastings district.

BRIDGE STRENGTHENING As a result of changes to the allowable dimension and weight limits of vehicles on New Zealand roads, Council will be investing in strengthening 12 bridges across the district so they can cope with heavier vehicles.

Lyndhurst Road Residential Development InfrastructureNovember 2017 – May 2018

New stormwater, water and wastewater pipes as well as a shared pathway for cyclists, footpaths and roading. This work requires a road closure for the majority of the project, with some exceptions to allow access to Hawke’s Bay Regional Sports Park for major events.

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LYNDHURST RD

NOTTINGLEY RD

EDWARDS ST

LYNDHURST RD

BEAMISH ST

BARCROFT ST

DONALD PL

ARBUCKLE RD

GREENLEA PLMATARIKI AVE

KAIN PL

NAPIER HASTINGS EXPRESSWAY

HAWKE’S BAY REGIONAL SPORTS PARK

Railway Road South Stormwater PipeNovember 2017 – May 2018

The work is currently in its second stage, with road closures in place Monday to Saturday, 7am – 5.30pm, with one lane open to northbound traffic outside of these hours. Access to businesses and residences is being maintained at all times.

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MURDOCH RD WGARNETT ST

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PATTISON RD

HAWKE’S BAY RACECOURSE

RAILWAY RDSOUTHLAND RD

STAGE TWO

Whakatu Arterial LinkJanuary 2017 - December 2018

The Whakatu Arterial Link will move large vehicles away from residential streets in and around the Whakatu residential area, making the streets safer for our people. This new 3.5 kilometre section of road includes construction of three large roundabouts and a 45m-long bridge. Works will commence on Farndon Rd intersection and the new roundabout at Pakowhai Rd from May.

Tois & Blacks Bridge, Taihape Road March 2018 – June 2018

Bridge strengthening work is underway on both of these bridges. Traffic will be reduced to a single lane while works take place. This project is expected be completed by the end of June, weather permitting.

OTHER PROJECTSIn addition to these major projects, Council continues to carry out smaller works to maintain our roads and infrastructure. For current road work locations please visit www.hastingsdc.govt.nz/road-works/ to see our interactive map.

TAIHAPE RD

TAIHAPE RD

CROWNTHORPE

SETTLEMENT RD

OTAM

AURI RD

FLAG RANGE

TOIS BRIDGE

BLACKS BRIDGE

Proposed Traffic Detour

Proposed Road Closure New Road

COUNCILLOR GEORGE LYONS

COUNCILLOR JACOBY

POULAIN

COUNCILLOR KEVIN

WATKINS

MAYOR SANDRA

HAZLEHURST

DEPUTY MAYOR

TANIA KERR

COUNCILLOR ROD

HEAPS

COUNCILLOR HENARE

O’KEEFE JP

COUNCILLOR DAMON HARVEY

COUNCILLOR MALCOLM

DIXON

COUNCILLOR WENDY

SCHOLLUM

COUNCILLOR SIMON NIXON

COUNCILLOR GERALDINE

TRAVERS

COUNCILLOR BAYDEN BARBER

COUNCILLOR ANN

REDSTONE

Your local councillors

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What’s on...

Hastings City Art GalleryOpen every day from 10am - 4.30pm FREE ENTRYPh: 871 5095 or E: hastingsartgallery@hdc.govt.nzwww.hastingscityartgallery.co.nz

EXHIBITIONS

Susan Mabin: Anthroposcenarios7 APR – 18 MAYHawke’s Bay-based artist, Susan Mabin, draws together detritus and natural objects from local beaches to create a body of work that includes sculpture, photography and installation.

Seung Yul Oh, Sara Hughes, Campbell Tamahina Burns: Play 30 MAR – 22 JULBring the kids to this fun, interactive exhibition. Move through enormous inflated capsules. Make music on a wall-sized instrument. Build a cityscape with hundreds of wooden blocks.

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Gallery Snapshot 5 APR 12.30PM – 12.45PMJoin the Gallery Director for a look at some of the artworks on exhibition.

Hastings Public Art Walking Tour7 APR 11AMMeet our guides at the gallery entrance at Civic Square for a fascinating tour of the much loved public art of Hastings.

Hastings District LibrariesHASTINGS LIBRARY – Cnr Eastbourne and Warren StsFLAXMERE LIBRARY – Swansea RoadHAVELOCK NORTH – Te Mata RoadFor opening hours please visit www.hastingslibraries.co.nz

All three libraries run programmes of stories, crafts and entertainment during school holidays. For the full list for each library, go to www.hastingslibraries.co.nz/holiday-programmes

Start creating your family tree17 APR 5PM | Hastings War Memorial LibraryIf you are wanting to research your family tree, volunteers from NZ Society of Genealogists Inc. are available to help you with your family history queries.

April 2018FREE EVENTSFREE

Events & Activities in the Hastings DistrictALL MONTH

Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ MarketEVERY SUNDAY 8.30AM – 12.30PM | Showgrounds Hawke’s Bay, Kenilworth RoadRain or shine, the farmers’ markets will go on! Meander the market taking in the local produce, artisan goods or delectable breakfast options accompanied by live music. www.hawkesbayfarmersmarket.co.nz

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Lighting of Osmanthus Gardens4 APR – 8 APR 6PM – 10PM | Cornwall Park $Gold Coin DonationDon’t miss the stunning display of new lotus lanterns, traditional Chinese silk lanterns, and the lighting of trees accompanied by classical music at this year’s festival. www.hastingsdc.govt.nz/Lighting-Osmanthus

Women’s Art Exhibition and Sale6 – 9 APR | Heretaunga Women’s Centre, Hastings $20 entryCome along to the annual fundraiser featuring work from professional and emerging artists and designers showcasing a range of art to suit all budgets including painting, sculpture and jewellery. www.heretaungawomenscentre.nz

The Extravaganza Fair7 – 8 APR 9AM – 5PM | Village Green, Havelock NorthMarket stalls, food, live music, circus shows and more. Join in our sack races, tug of wars and musical bean bags to be in to win prizes! www.facebook.com/theextravaganzafair

Fun in the Sun Softball Tournament7 – 8 APR | Akina ParkNew Zealand’s biggest softball tournament celebrating the end of season of men and women’s softball. www.funinthesun.co.nz

Landmarks History Talk10 APR 5.30PM | Hastings War Memorial Library $Gold Coin DonationPlease join Dr. Forbes Bennett to hear about “A Hidden side of Medicine”. This talk explores Hawke’s Bay’s history of the transport of seriously ill patients.

Napier Port Hawke’s Bay Primary Sector Awards12 APR | Showgrounds Hawke’s Bay $150This event brings together a range of awards and competitions that recognise excellence in the primary sector. www.showgroundshb.co.nz/primary-sector-awards.php

Operatunity: Because You Asked for It!12 APR 11AM – 1PM | Bay City Outreach Centre, Hastings $35Musical theatre showcasing the best in melody and memory based on New Zealand’s voted favourite songs. www.operatunity.co.nz

Poets’ Night OutSAT 14 APRIL 7.30PM Havelock North Function Centre $20Hear Selina Tusitala Marsh, the current New Zealand Poet Laureate. Selina has invited poets Michele Leggott, Tusiata Avia and Serie Barford to share this evening with her as guest readers. www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/poets-night-out/havelock-north

Arts Inc. Heretaunga106 Russell St South FREE ENTRYwww.artsinc.co.nz

HB Woodturners’ Guild UNTIL 7 APRAnnual exhibition and sale of decorative and delightfully practical items made from wood.

Rex Jones UNTIL 7 APROriginal paintings from his popular 2018 Hawke’s Bay Calendar along with some of his other beautiful watercolour landscapes.

Bella Matich: Animal Inkages UNTIL 7 APRBella uses Indian ink and acrylic ink to create some groovy portraits of pets and animals.

Napier Arts Club: Art & Soul 9 – 21 APRAn eclectic group of people, ranging in age, present a varied selection of artworks in this chance to display the ‘Soul in their Art’.

Neil McCorkell: Fresh Meat 23 APR – 5 MAYAn exploration of the human form through acrylic, oil and ink across a range of formats - influenced by the work of Irish painter Francis Bacon.

Beverly Trillo & Nick White: Between Two Worlds 23 APR – 5 MAYWe are all constantly in transition between worlds both literally and metaphorically. Using bird imagery both artists provide their own unique perspectives on the subject.

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2018 ANZAC Day Services

5.30am - Dawn Service, Hastings Civic Square Cenotaph

6.30am - Waimarama Memorial Hall

9.00am - Havelock North Cenotaph

9.30am - Clive Cenotaph

9.30am - Maraekakaho Hall

10.00am - Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS?WHAT’S ON IN THE

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Whanau Yoga28 APR 10AM – 11AM | Civic Square, Hastings $KohaParticipate in the biggest outdoor yoga session in Hawke’s Bay! Hosted by Heretaunga Women’s Centre and Real Exchange and suitable for all ages.

Hawke’s Bay Today Country 2 Coast29 APR | Farndon Park, CliveThis is a non-competitive family fun event that utilises the Hawke’s Bay Trails between three start points and Farndon Park in Clive. Participants can enter for a 3, 8 or 17 Km walk or run. www.country2coast.co.nz