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24 April 2008
Hastings District Council has begun the process of consulting public on the Regional Sports Park proposal. The submissions period closes on Monday 26 May.
Lawrence Yule, Mayor of Hastings District, said it was vital for the public to have their say on the proposal.
“This is a significant project for Hastings District. It will offer a range of benefits to the community: economic, social, health and fitness, as well as enhancing Hawke’s Bay’s reputation as a centre of activity. It is important we get the make-up and implementation of the project right for our district,” said Mr Yule.
The Regional Sports Park is proposed to be constructed in three stages. Stage one is the new athletics track and grandstand, and is nearing completion. Stage two proposes bringing together existing facilities due for replacement in terms of soccer and netball services.
Stage three is proposed to include the construction of a central gymsports building and a velodrome. A summary of the proposal is currently being sent to households in Hastings District. It outlines the three stages of the proposal and the areas the public consultation is focused on.
A display illustrating the proposal has been established in the window of the Visitor Information Centre (i-site) on the corner of Heretaunga and Russell Streets.
Full information is available here: www.hastingsdc.govt.nz/rsp
For more information
Jessica Soutar Barron
Communications Officer
(06) 878 0510 ex. 8629
027 275 5205
