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Public Notices
Hastings District Council publishes its public notices in two main places. Most go into Community Link which is published in Hawke's Bay Today newspaper on Saturday mornings.
Urgent notices or those which will not fit into the Community Link are published in Hawke's Bay Today's regular advertising columns. Copies are available here.
News
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December
Chief Executive Appointment18 December 2007
Hastings District Council today announced the appointment of Ross McLeod to the role of Chief Executive. Ross McLeod joins Council from his current position as Director of Corporate and Civic Services at Waitakere City Council, a position he has held for seven years.
Donation raises alarm
14 December 2007
The Te Pohue Rural Fire Force will soon be called into action from hundreds of kilometres away, thanks to new radio equipment bought with a donation from Williams and Kettle.
Extension to NAR submissions
12 December 2007
The deadline for making submissions on the designation of the Hastings Northern Arterial Route (NAR) has been extended to Friday 1 February 2008.
Fire Restrictions Imposed
6 December 2007
Near drought conditions, coupled with low soil moisture and river levels in the Hastings District, has raised the fire danger to a point where fire restrictions must be imposed in spite of predicted rainfall over the Hawke's Bay region.
New board for Opera House
6 December 2007
The recently completed Hawkes Bay Opera House will now be run by a Business Unit Board put in place by Hastings District Mayor Lawrence Yule.
Community meeting to discuss youth, relationships and family
6 December 2007
The final Community Forum for 2007 will discuss youth, relationships and family with Hastings District Councillor Henare O’Keefe.
November
Matariki development progress30 November 2007
Hastings District Council, together with Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga and Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated, has given property developer Ian Cassels of The Wellington Group a six-month option to progress feasibility work on the Matariki development project.
Conserve water to avoid restrictions
30 November 2007
Hastings residents are being encouraged to conserve water as the summer heat takes hold, to avoid official restrictions in the coming months.
Sustainability forum
30 November 2007
Sixty people gathered in the Hastings District Council Chamber last night (Thursday 29 November) to discuss how the region can focus on sustainability and environmental issues in the future.
Fire risk high
28 November 2007
Three fires in Hastings District yesterday, and a number of fires on Monday and over the weekend, have sparked concern among local fire officials.
Home-made decorations to adorn Hastings streets
27 November 2007
With four weeks left until Christmas, decorations are going up on lamp posts all over Hastings District. The decorations measure between 1.5 metres and 2.5 metres in diameter and were made by the Hastings District Council Parks Team.
Group to guide sustainability focus
21 November 2007
Hastings District Mayor Lawrence Yule is hosting a forum to decide the direction and membership of a proposed Sustainability Advisory Group.
Northern Arterial Road on the move
19 November 2007
Hastings District Council will this week give Notice for a Designation of the proposed Northern Arterial Road designed to carry traffic from the Expressway to Crosses Road in Havelock North.
Christmas Cheer Appeal
19 November 2007
Hastings District Council is changing the way the Hastings District Christmas Cheer Appeal will be coordinated with family services provider Parentline now on board to bring together the much-needed annual initiative.
Private plan change accepted
13 November 2007
The Hastings District Council has accepted an application for a private plan change for processing under the Resource Management Act 1991. The application made by Hill Country Pastoral Ltd in late May proposes up to 1000 dwellings with associated commercial development in the Ocean Beach area.
Major first step for new home of Hawke's Bay athletics
12 November 2007
A major step in the development of Hastings’ new athletics facility will take place tomorrow at a 'sod turning' ceremony at Percival Road.
Council comes to communities
12 November 2007
Flaxmere and Havelock North residents are being given an opportunity to catch up on their Council business, news and information at roadshows being held in the communities this month.
Extra parking spaces for Havelock North
1 November 2007
The Hastings District Council has converted 30 of the leased carparks on the old fire station site, on the corner of Porter Drive and Te Aute Road, to two-hour time limit parking, leaving 21 spaces as leased carparks.
October
Cycle into Summer31 October 2007
Hastings District Council is supporting the campaign Cycle into Summer where the community is encouraged to get on their bike and cycle to work on Tuesday 13th November.
Citizenship Ceremony
25 October 2007
One Nepalese, seven Zimbabwean and two Thai are among 30 candidates to be granted citizenship to New Zealand.
Card competition for creative kids
18 October 2007
Hastings District Mayor Lawrence Yule is inviting young people in the area to assist him in creating a Christmas card and a Chinese New Year card for the upcoming festive season.
Votes finally pouring in
11 October 2007
Voter turnout in the Hastings District Council election is finally improving with the percentage of returned voting papers increasing to 32.4%.
Voters slow out of the blocks
4 October 2007
There has been a slow start to elections for the Hastings District Council. Only 18% of voters have sent their papers back as of Wednesday 3 October.
September
Nelson Park sold18 September 2007
Charter Hall Group announced today it has secured the acquisition and development of an offmarket large format retail centre for NZ$18.6 million from Hastings District Council (HDC).
Jarvis pulls out
11 September 2007
A local government elections candidate for the Havelock North Ward has withdrawn his nomination citing a potential conflict of interest as the reason.
Behind the scenes at the crematorium
10 September 2007
Fear, curiosity, or perhaps just a need to feel informed - the motives for attending the Hastings Crematorium Open Day are diverse but everyone is welcome.
Whakatu future
7 September 2007
Hastings District Council is looking for people who have an interest in Whakatu to become part of a steering committee to help implement the actions in the Whakatu Community Plan.
August
Apology31 August 2007
Hastings District Council would like to apologise for the misprinted date of the Omahu Road Corridor Upgrade Open Day that was published in the Hastings Leader.
Chief Executive to resign
30 August 2007
EMBARGOED UNTIL NOON 31 AUGUST 2007
Hastings District Council’s Chief Executive Murray Gilbertson has announced
his resignation effective 31 December 2007.
Open Day to discuss Omahu Road Upgrade
27 August 2007
Hastings District Council is holding an open day to show the public what it
proposes for the upgrading of the Omahu Road corridor upgrade.
Final nomination list
24 August 2007
Nominations have now closed for the Hastings District local government elections.
One more in mayoral race
24 August 2007
Lawrence Yule has now joined Simon Nixon as mayoral candidate.
Citizenship ceremony
23 August 2007
One Filipino, one Bulgarian and one American are among a group of new migrants
to be granted New Zealand citizenship in September.
Only one nomination for Kahuranaki
22 August 2007
Every ward in the Hastings District Council local government election is now
being contested with the exception of Kahuranaki Ward where only one nomination
has been received for the single seat.
Further Nominations Received
21 August 2007
A total of eighteen candidates have now been nominated for positions on the
Hastings District Council but with three days left until nominations close
there are still no mayoral candidates.
Enriching lives
17 August 2007
Hastings District Council is providing people an opportunity to hear about a range of initiatives taking place across the District designed to better the lives of people in the community.
Further nominations
17 August 2007
Nominations have been received from Tim Tinker and Cynthia Bowers as candidates in the local government elections. Tim Tinker has been nominated in the Mohaka Ward, Cynthia Bowers in the Hastings Ward.
Further Nominations Received
16 August 2007
With only one week left until the nomination period closes Havelock North ward is still without a candidate.
Three nominations received for Hastings District
7 August 2007
Three nominations have been received for the local government elections.
They are:
Margaret Twigg nominated for the position of Councillor for the Hastings ward, Kevin Watkins also nominated for the position of Councillor for the Hastings ward, and Derek Brownrigg nominated for the position of Councillor for the Kahuranaki ward.
Big issues for potential candidates
7 August 2007
A new link road designed to carry traffic from Havelock North to the Expressway, a $55 million regional sports park, the make-up of retail in Hastings City, the development of arts and tourism, water and waste water services for small communities, these are just some of the major issues facing Hastings District.
Flaxmere Urban Design Framework Community Workshops
3 August 2007
Hastings District Council is holding two community workshops as part of the development of an urban design framework for the Flaxmere Town Centre and surrounding area.
July
Election process begins30 July 2007
The nominations period for the local council and district health board elections began on Friday 27 July.
Flood assistance
27 July 2007
Hastings District Council is coordinating assistance for people affected by the flooding which hit Hawkes Bay on 17 July.
Flooding clean-up begins
23 July 2007
Maraekakaho residents affected by last week’s flooding have been offered clean water and other assistance as authorities assess the damage and begin cleaning up.
Hastings District returning to normal
18 July 2007
Hastings District is returning to normal after a weather bomb caused flooding across the area. The heavy rain hit early yesterday and continued through much of today.
Civil Defence ready to act
18 July 2007
Heavy rain continues to fall in Hastings District with 120 millimetres expected in some areas over the next 24 hours. Mike Maguire, incident controller for Hastings Civil Defence, said the forecast was for more heavy rain, and Civil Defence and other agencies were prepared to act where and when they were needed.
Maraekakaho water supply affected
17 July 2007
Maraekakaho residents are advised not to use their household water supply after extensive surface flooding affected the area earlier today. Water supplies and portable toilet facilities are being taken into the area to help relieve the situation.
Situation continues
17 July 2007
Flaxmere Community Centre, Waterworld swimming pool complex and Flaxmere Library have all reopened after flooding in the area caused their closure earlier today.
Maraekakaho School and Puketapu School affected
17 July 2007
Heavy rain is causing flooding in Hastings District including areas to the west of Napier.
Flooding in Flaxmere
17 July 2007
Heavy rain in Hastings District has caused extensive flooding in Flaxmere due to an isolated rain cell which hit the area between 6.30am and 7.30am this morning.
Council to defend notification of proposed coastal subdivision rules
3 July 2007
The Hastings District Council is to defend its notification of a plan change to change the status of rural coastal subdivision in the High Court. Proposed Plan Change 38 seeks to change the status of subdivision in the rural coastal environment from being a controlled to a discretionary activity.
Planning for industrial growth
3 July 2007
Areas in Omahu Road and Irongate have been earmarked for Hastings' future industrial expansion, and Hastings District Council has prepared structure plans to show the public how the areas will be rezoned and developed.
June
Haupouri Flats investigations22 June 2007
Hastings District Council has voted to proceed with investigations into the cost implications and potential value of purchasing land on the Haupouri Flats at Ocean Beach, for a reserve. The vote took place yesterday during a full, public Council meeting.
Feed still the priority
22 June 2007
Recent rain and frosts have compounded the issues posed to Hawke's Bay farmers during the recent drought. Feed is a particular concern and farmers are being invited to make contact with the Regional Drought Committee's Agricultural Recovery Facilitators if they require support.
Fire restrictions lifted
15 June 2007
Rural Fire authorities have lifted fire restrictions across Hastings District following several days of rain this week, though they are still advising caution when lighting fires outdoors.
Ocean Beach reserve options explored
15 June 2007
Hastings District Council will decide whether to investigate options for purchasing parts of Ocean Beach's Haupouri Flats for a reserve.
Rain is good but still not enough
15 June 2007
Drought conditions in Hawke’s Bay continue despite days of rain and a committee established to assist the farming community during the current situation warns that things are still bleak.
Hastings welcomes 30 new citizens
14 June 2007
Seven Indian, five Samoan and four Zimbabwean are among a handful of people who will soon be granted citizenship to New Zealand.
Watch out for shrub snatchers
7 June 2007
Over the past three weeks Hastings District Council has lost $1000 worth of shrubs to thieves targeting council shrub beds. The plants have been lost in three separate incidents.
New roundabout for Havelock Road
7 June 2007
Hastings District Council is tendering a Major Safety Project aimed at making a potentially hazardous section of road a lot safer for motorists. The construction of a new Havelock Road/St Georges Road roundabout has an estimated total cost of $1.2 million.
Sports and recreation plans announced
1 June 2007
Hastings District Council's proposed regional sports and recreation park will be a reality by Christmas 2009. The project is being developed in conjunction with Kelt Capital and is expected to be a $55 million investment.
Liquor Ban for Flaxmere
1 June 2007
Police are being given an extra tool to help curb crime and antisocial behaviour stemming from alcohol consumption in public areas of Flaxmere, with the introduction of a liquor ban covering its central business area.
May
Ocean Beach private plan change lodged28 May 2007
Hastings District Council has received a private plan change application for Ocean Beach lodged by Hill Country Corporation. The proposed plan change seeks to develop a village community settlement at the southern end of the beach while protecting the northern end.
Survey suggestions reflect positively on youth
18 May 2007
"Free lollies at high schools for energy" was one of the more unexpected responses to a survey run by the Hastings District Council which asked young people what they would do if they became mayor.
Survey results drive decision
17 May 2007
One thousand five hundred and eighty-two Havelock North ratepayers would prefer to pay for parking in the CBD through a targeted rate rather than through pay and display facilities. In a survey conducted by Hastings District Council, Havelock North ratepayers were asked how they wished to pay for current and future parking needs.
Waste walk takes in best views
11 May 2007
The infamous 'Slim you waste line' walks which give the public an opportunity to take a close up look at the Omarunui landfill are proving just as popular for their tremendous views.
Cooler weather brings little fire relief
11 May 2007
Even as the indoor fire season begins, Hastings District Council's Rural Fire Officers are warning the district is still in a restricted fire season outdoors. A lack of significant rain has kept the district's 'drought indicators' - the measures used to determine when fire restrictions should be introduced - at unusually high levels for this time of year.
Keirunga Gardens new play area complete
9 May 2007
The first tree trunk was carved in October 2006, the second was finished in January 2007 and now the final addition to the Keirunga Gardens new sculpture is complete.
Ultimate Challenge is ultimate winner
8 May 2007
Hastings District Council has received first prize in the annual Air New Zealand Sister City awards.
Mayor's Champions challenge youth stereotypes
8 May 2007
Hastings District Mayor Lawrence Yule is looking for youth aged 10 to 18 who have made a positive impact on their community. The "Mayor's Champions" initiative is part of Youth Week which is being held across the country from 21-27 May.
Parking survey in Havelock North
4 May 2007
Havelock North ratepayers will receive survey forms from today as Hastings District Council begins the process of asking how they would like to pay for parking in the Village.
'Busk or bust' as part of Youth Week 2007
4 May 2007
Buskers aged between 10 and 18 years are being sought by the Hastings District Council to take part in a Young Buskers Day as part of Youth Week 2007.
Planning for an ageing population
2 May 2007
The age structure of Hastings' population is projected to change significantly in the first half of the twenty first century, with the average age moving from 34.8 years to 43.9 years by 2026.
April
Women's Rest recognised27 April 2007
The New Zealand Historic Places Trust Board has recognised the historical significance of the Hastings' Municipal Women's Rest by upgrading its heritage status from a Category 2 historic place to a Category 1 historic place.
Environment Court declines wind farm application
17 April 2007
In an Environment Court decision released yesterday, an application by Unison Networks to establish a 37 turbine wind farm in the vicinity of the Te Waka Range has been declined.
Parking rate part of public meeting
17 April 2007
A proposed targeted rate to accommodate the parking needs of Havelock North is just one of the topics that will be covered at a public meeting on Wednesday 18 April.
Community meeting to discuss Youth Transition Service
13 April 2007
A service offering guidance to school leavers in Hawke's Bay is to be the subject of a Community Forum on Tuesday 17 April at the Hastings District Council.
Prohibited fire season reduced
13 April 2007
Hastings District Council has reduced the prohibited fire season to a restricted fire season, meaning permits will still be required for all open fires until further notice.
Fire ban likely to remain over Easter
4 April 2007
Hastings Rural Fire authorities are appealing for patience during the Easter holiday break, as a total fire ban remains in place over Hastings District and Napier City urban and rural Fire areas.
New Flaxmere playground gets finishing touches
3 April 2007
Flaxmere will soon have a new playground after five months of collaboration between the local community and the Hastings District Council.
March
Temporary chlorination of water supply30 March 2007
Hastings District Council is today beginning the process of temporarily chlorinating parts of the city's water supply after low-levels of contamination were found in the Parkvale School area.
Ocean Beach submissions close
30 March 2007
Hastings District Council has received 182 submissions to the draft Ocean Beach Structure Plan which proposes a suggested direction for the future of Ocean Beach.
Public consultation on draft Annual Plan
30 March 2007
Hastings District Council is submitting two key documents for public consultation from 31 March 2007 to 2 May 2007. The first document is the Draft Annual Plan 2007/08 which details the proposed works and budget for the coming year.
Changes to Hastings District wards
28 March 2007
Hastings District Council has today received confirmation from the Local Government Commission of its decision on representation arrangement for the 2007 elections.
Hastings water one of the best
27 March 2007
Hastings District Council has won second place in the Great New Zealand Water Tasting Competition with a bottle of water from the Hastings aquifer.
Total fire ban declared
27 March 2007
Hastings District Council has declared a total fire ban over the entire district and including Napier City as of 8am Wednesday 28 March.
Ceremony of Citizenship to New Zealand
27 March 2007
Hastings will welcome 34 new New Zealanders on Wednesday 11th April 2007, as people from eight different nations become official citizens of New Zealand.
Fire conditions severe
23 March 2007
NZ Fire Service and Hastings District Council’s Rural Fire crews are anxiously watching the weather forecast and hoping for rain, as extreme fire conditions increase the likelihood of a total fire ban in the district.
Still time to have say on Beach plan
20 March 2007
Hastings District Council is hoping for as much public involvement in the draft Ocean Beach Structure Plan as possible before making a final decision on the future direction of the area.
Positive step towards curbing alcohol related violence
20 March 2007
Hastings District Council, with the Police and the Ministry of Justice, is undertaking a pilot programme aimed at curbing alcohol related violence.
Positive future for Exhibition Centre
14 March 2007
Hastings District Council has acquired the assistance of Creative Hastings to ensure the Hawke's Bay Exhibition Centre remains a lively and active hub of arts and culture.
Total Fire Ban Likely
9 March 2007
A total ban on outdoor fires could be introduced in the Hastings District over the next two weeks, with Rural Fire officers warning the district is now as dry as it has been since 2003.
Rubbish bag cost increase
3 March 2007
Hastings District Council has increased the cost of council rubbish bags in response to increased landfill fees, collection contract rates and the cost of purchasing the rubbish bags from the supplier.
February
Ocean Beach Information Evenings28 February 2007
Hastings District Council will hold two information evenings in March, giving the public an opportunity to find out more about the Ocean Beach Draft Structure Plan which is currently open for public consultation.
Rural Fire authorities watching weather
22 February 2007
Hastings District may avoid a total fire prohibition this year, but Rural Fire officers say it will depend on the winds staying calm over the next few months.
Landfill walks
21 February 2007
Hastings District Council is giving people the opportunity to take a fresh look at rubbish. The Council's waste minimisation team is hosting guided tours of the Omaranui landfill including the new landfill extension, Olympic-size leachate pool, gas flare and storm water systems.
Ewe bet we lost - Hastings District concedes defeat
20 February 2007
Hastings mayor Lawrence Yule is preparing to hand over one ewe to his peer in Central Hawke's Bay, Tim Gilbertson, following a slim defeat in the Mayoral Challenge bike ride on Sunday.
Te Aute Hotel to close for one day
19 February 2007
Hastings District Council's successful application to suspend the On Licence of the Te Aute Hotel has resulted in the Liquor Licensing Authority ordering the Hotel to close for one day.
"Bikes? Ewe bet!" Say mayors
14 February 2007
Hastings District Mayor Lawrence Yule has made a wager that he will attract a higher number of cyclists (per capita) for Sunday's Mayoral Challenge than his peer in Central Hawke's Bay, Mayor Tim Gilbertson.
Opportunities for Hastings' youth
13 February 2007
Hastings District Council is looking for young people between the ages of 10 and 18 years to be part of the Hastings District Youth Council.
Mayor Yule hands over new tanker
12 February 2007
Hastings District Mayor Lawrence Yule will tomorrow hand over a new fire appliance to Matapiro Volunteer Rural Fire Force to replace its 25 year old fire tanker.
Ocean Beach consultation
8 February 2007
Hastings District Council today carried a motion to release for public consultation a draft structure plan for Ocean Beach.
Ocean Beach grass project 'drop in the ocean'
8 February 2007
Hastings District Council nursery is working with Waipuka whanau whanui and Maraetotara Tree Trust to gather and propagate native grasses used in sand dune restoration.
Cyclists top priority on February 28
8 February 2007
The dash across narrow bridges in 100km/h traffic is a common concern among Hawke's Bay cyclists, but on Go By Bike Day (February 28) cyclists will be top priority.
850kg of Flaxmere rubbish every week
7 February 2007
More rubbish is collected weekly from parks in Flaxmere than from Hastings urban centre and its rural parks combined. Hastings District Council collects approximately 850kg of rubbish from Flaxmere's open space areas every week.
Go By Bike Day sees motorbike swapped for pushbike
1 February 2007
Hastings District Council is asking its staff to take part in Go By Bike Day on 28 th February by cycling to work, but for one staff member it is a particularly 'big ask'.
January
Special Guest for Hastings information centre31 January 2007
Hastings District Council’s i-site information centre is in the business of hosting visitors to Hastings but their latest guest is a little out of the ordinary.
Maraekakaho fire appliance handed over
31 January 2007
Hastings District Council has taken delivery of a new fire appliance for the Maraekakaho Volunteer Rural Fire Force.
Community funding for youth projects
26 January 2007
Applications are now open for the Hastings District Council’s Youth Discretionary funding round. Applicants can apply for up to $4000 for a project, service or event which either takes place in the Hastings District or, if held elsewhere, is beneficial to the District’s youth.
Socialite palms grace Mission Concert
26 January 2007
Hastings District Council is sending a group of representatives to the Mission Concert tomorrow in the form of six 2m high Kentia palms (Howea forsteriana).
Local MP gets behind his mayor
26 January 2007
Craig Foss, Member of Parliament for Tukituki, has agreed to participate in the Mayoral Challenge, joining Hastings District Mayor Lawrence Yule on a 5km bike ride and earning a valuable 10 bonus points for Hastings.
Sizzling summer temperatures heighten fire risk
23 January 2007
The return of soaring summer temperatures has made Hastings district one of the driest areas in the country and the NZ Fire Service and Rural Fire Officers are warning people to be very careful regarding fires.
Free events for summer
23 January 2007
Hastings’ beautiful Cornwall Park will again play host to the HBS Summer in the Park this year with the first event taking place on Sunday 28 January from 3pm.
New fire appliance for Maraekakaho
22 January 2007
Hastings District Council will soon take delivery of a new fire appliance worth $120,000 and destined for the Maraekakaho Volunteer Rural Fire Force.
Licences suspended in sting operation
19 January 2007
Two licensed premises in Hastings District have been ordered to close for twenty-four hours and a manager from each of the premises will have their Manager’s Certificate suspended after the premises were caught selling alcohol to underage purchasers in late November 2006.
Hastings' chance to get behind its Mayor
17 January 2007
Hastings District Mayor Lawrence Yule will take on mayors from across the country in a challenge designed to get people enthused about cycling.
New car park for King St North
10 January 2007
Demolition work has begun on a site in King Street North, which will eventually provide 18 new car parks for central city visitors.
News at the Hastings District Libraries
Visit the Hastings, Havelock North or Flaxmere libraries today for news resources, including many New Zealand newspapers held in print for three months. Access is also available to online newspapers in New Zealand or around the world.The Hastings Library Reference Section holds Hawke’s Bay newspapers from 1896 to the present day - mainly on microfilm. Earlier 19th century Hawke's Bay newspapers can be found online on the PapersPast website.
People can also research all sorts of local historic information from the Hastings Library website www.hastingslibrary.co.nz.
