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My Hastings ISSUE 75 February 2019 Keep up with what’s happening in Hastings District Join the Aotearoa Bike Challenge HORSE OF THE YEAR MAKING PROGRESS ART DECO A SPLASH ON SEAWALL IN HASTINGS
Workplaces team up to get more people on bikes in Hastings The NZ Transport Agency is teaming up once again Last February, 1,648 companies and 14,326 people took The Aotearoa Bike Challenge is a national campaign with Love to Ride for its third Aotearoa Bike Challenge. part in the 2018 Aotearoa Bike Challenge, including being run by the NZ Transport Agency, Love to Ride, During the challenge, workplaces in New Zealand 2,883 ‘new riders’. councils, and other local partners around the country. will be inviting their staff to join this fun, free team Love to Ride is an online platform that makes it easy There will be live leaderboards on the challenge competition to get more people riding bikes in and fun to get more people cycling. website showing which organisations are currently February 2019. on top. Individuals earn points for riding and Registrations are open and it’s free to participate. People can cycle anywhere they like, anytime they like encouraging others to ride. Their points contribute to For more information, go to www.aotearoa.bike. during the challenge period. They only need to ride for their workplace’s total and get them in the draw for 10 minutes for it to count, which is just enough time to awesome prizes. The workplaces with the highest total bring a big smile to their face after rediscovering how points – across 7 size categories – will win team prizes easy and fun riding a bike can be. at the end of the challenge too! breakfasts The breakfasts will be held daily from February 18 to February 22 between 6.45am and 8.30am. To help get you motivated for the challenge, or just to In Hastings they will be at the following locations: get biking in general, Hastings and Napier councils in • Omahu Rd – near Kelfield Rd conjunction with Sport Hawke’s Bay are hosting a number • Hastings Street South of pop-up breakfasts this month. • Flaxmere Ave Here, riders can fuel up on • Havelock Rd – on Hastings side a muffin and fruit to keep of Georges Rd the energy levels up. • Clive Township www.iway.org.nz A taste of Burghley Art Deco in Hastings at this year’s HOY The Napier Art Deco Festival kicks off on February 13 and will have a presence in Hastings over its four-day run this year. Land Rover Horse of the Year 2019 is excited to announce that Art Deco Walk of the Hastings CBD a taste of the world famous Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials is Join Hawke’s Bay historian Michael Fowler coming to Hawke’s Bay and you won’t want to miss any of the for a walking tour around the Hastings CBD action. to see striking examples of Art Deco, as Burghley Day presented by Hopt Soda will see Hastings’ Discovery well as the story of how the 1931 Hawke’s Gardens transformed into a ‘Baby Burghley’, featuring iconic Bay earthquake affected the CBD. Burghley jumps, British food trucks, a Beefeater Pink Gin Bar, pop- The tour takes one hour 15 minutes at an up Hopt Soda ‘Hoptail Bar’ and authentic Burghley theming. But easy pace. Meet inside the Hastings i-SITE the major drawcard is sure to be the star appearances of current 10 minutes before departure time. Burghley Horse Trials champion Tim Price and wife Jonelle, who are back to compete for the first time on home soil in 14 years. When: • Friday February 15 10am to 11.15am, Since winning the UK’s Burghley Horse Trials and Badminton just • Wednesday February 13 – 10am to 11.15am, months apart last year, Tim and Jonelle have been dubbed the new • Saturday Feb 16 – 10am to 11.15am ‘power couple’ of world eventing. Phone: 0508 484 253 or get tickets Winning Burghley propelled Tim to third in the world FEI Eventing from Eventfinda rankings, and Badminton-winning wife Jonelle to seventh – her podium finishes last year earning her a Halberg Sportswoman of the Madness in the Mall Art Deco Costume Year nomination. Market and more … Head along to the inner city Hastings mall The tenacious pair has made no secret that their sights are set for a day (and evening) of Deco delights. firmly on the Tokyo Olympics, so don’t miss this rare opportunity to see two of the world’s best eventers in action. A perfect chance to secure an Art Deco costume for the upcoming festival, there is Brought here by Hawke’s Bay-based The True Honey Co., Tim something for everyone, vintage or new - and Jonelle will battle it out across a new-look Burghley themed dresses, suits, accessories and clothes for cross country course at the Land Rover Horse of the Year Show the kids. It will knock your socks off. on Saturday, March 16. Course designer Chris Ross is set to challenge our horses and riders with the biggest course yet, It’s not just shopping – there will be ensuring plenty of action and thrills for the crowds. demonstrations and music throughout the day, along with the Fashion Flaunt – a In its 21st year in Hawke’s Bay, the Land Rover Horse of the Year chance to spend an hour of your evening Show is a ‘must see’ on any event-goer’s calendar, with something showing off you Art Deco best. to satisfy everyone. Over 200 retail and trade sites, wine and food villages and a salivating assortment of hospitality experiences, Starting at 5.30pm, there will be judging of all alongside top level equestrian competition makes this six-day best dressed lady, best dressed gent, best spectacle an event like no other. VIP entertainment across the week dressed child and best dressed couple or includes the glamorous Hall of Fame cocktail party, Bayleys Business group. Lunch, the family fun Friday night Hastings Heart of Hawke’s Bay Throughout the day and evening there will Extravaganza and the finale events the G.H. Mumm Champagne be street food available, along with arts Cross Country Lunch (Saturday, March 16) and Hopt Soda Cup Day and crafts and free live entertainment. (Sunday, March 17). When: Land Rover Horse of the Year 2019 runs from March 12-17 at the • Thursday, February 14, 10am to 8pm. Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds Tomoana, Kenilworth Road, Hastings. Tim Price, competing at the More info: www.hastingscity.co.nz For show information and to purchase tickets jump over to: UK Burghley Horse Trials. www.hoy.kiwi today!
Big numbers soak up district’s pools Summer is here and people have been heading to the district’s outdoor pools in droves since just before Christmas, with numbers up on last year. Top of the list is Splash Planet, a perennial favourite for locals and out-of-towners alike, which is tracking ahead of last year in terms of numbers. Since it opened on November 12 last year until January 9 this year, 59,420 people passed through its gate – compared to 56,467 for the same period last year. Thank you Open seven days a week for most of its summer season, Splash The Clive War Memorial Pool was closed for maintenance from The council would like Planet will reduce its hours from February 9 to March 31, open January 7 to January 27, so groups such as the Trojans and Greendale to thank the community weekends only from 10am to 5.30pm. Swim Clubs and the Waimarama Surf Lifesaving Club also made for their patience and good use of the Village Pool during that time. consideration in the face of The summer heat has also driven lots of people to the district’s Hastings District Council group manager community facilities and an unprecedented volume other outdoor pools, which have also seen hugely increased visitor programmes Alison Banks said it was great to see all the facilities of recycling put out for numbers from last year. being so well used, and that there were positive changes for the kerbside collection over From December 20 to January 5 3,863 people headed to Frimley community swimming pools in the pipeline for next season. Christmas and New Year. to cool off, not counting four private bookings bringing 600 To continue helping out our swimmers. “Staff have suggested some improvements for next season such as collectors please separate more shaded areas closer to the pools, play features in the toddlers’ your recycling and rinse and This was compared to 1,782 in the same period last year. pool and maybe a volley ball court at Frimley.” flatten plastic containers, The busiest day was January 21 when 581 people made use of the Hastings Mayor Sandra Hazlehurst said the much-loved Splash and flatten cardboard. facility. Planet was both a drawcard to visitors to Hastings as well as locals. If you need more The Havelock North Village Pool attracted 4,089 people between “It has been so awesome to watch the many, many people having information about recycling December 20 and January 5 (up from 2,816 last year) – its busiest fun and enjoying this wonderful tourist facility over the holiday go to the council website day also January 2 when 525 people went through the gates. period,” she said. www.hastingsdc.govt.nz In brief... Get growing at the Clifton sea wall construction recommences With high numbers of holidaymakers expected to continue visiting Clifton, Ocean Beach and Waimarama throughout Environment Centre January, it’s been decided to defer re-starting work to finish the Clifton sea wall until the end of January/early Need some inspiration to get available shelter and shade, February. This will avoid potential issues with public safety your edible garden growing? each with different pros and and disruption. The work is expected to be completed by cons in terms of cost, portability, Two upcoming courses run by early March. longevity, aesthetics and ease Rachel Knight from The Kitchen of use. Cornwall Park consultation Garden will provide some handy tips to make a success of your Self-watering containers for People still have until February 15 to have their say on fruit and vegetables: easier edible growing the draft management plan for Cornwall Park. Prepared following extensive community consultation it identifies Portable shade and shelter Thursday, February 21, 5.30pm- These bite-sized workshops the council’s vision over the next 10 years to protect, for easier edible growing 6.30pm, Environment Centre are part of the Sustainable manage and enhance the natural, cultural and historical Hawke’s Bay, 1004 Karamu Rd, Backyards initiative and are Thursday, February 14 5.30pm character of Cornwall Park as the premier recreation Hastings free thanks to sponsorship from -6.30pm, Environment Centre park in the district. Go to hastingsdc.govt.nz or fill in a Hawke’s Bay, 1004 Karamu Rd, Grow your own crops in Hastings District Council. feedback form at the Hastings District Council building, Hastings containers with a water reservoir Register on Eventfinda to secure Lyndon Road. to reduce watering and keep your place, but only if you are Fed up with birds, rabbits and Summer and dogs on beaches your plants moist for maximum definitely going to attend. wind ruining your crops? Get growth. ‘Wicking beds’ can Numbers are limited, no door If you’re taking your pooch to the beach this summer some ideas for providing your come in all sizes and this sales. look out for the signs as there are some restrictions. And edible plants with shade and workshop will help you decide remember, dogs cannot regulate their body temperature shelter for better harvests. For more information, if they are right for you. See as effectively as us, making them susceptible to exhaustion Identify what’s stressing contact Rachel Knight at examples of homemade and and dehydration, so make sure your dog has plenty of your edible garden most. Is Rachel@thekitchengarden.co.nz bought versions. Get ideas on shade and fresh water. Please also remember not to leave it predators or weather or or call 021 172 5635 how to make your own at a dogs unsupervised. even humans? See examples scale that suits what you want of different options for readily to grow. Your local councillors MAYOR SANDRA HAZLEHURST DEPUTY MAYOR TANIA KERR COUNCILLOR GEORGE LYONS COUNCILLOR HENARE O’KEEFE JP COUNCILLOR JACOBY POULAIN COUNCILLOR ROD HEAPS COUNCILLOR KEVIN WATKINS COUNCILLOR SIMON NIXON COUNCILLOR GERALDINE TRAVERS COUNCILLOR DAMON HARVEY COUNCILLOR ANN REDSTONE COUNCILLOR MALCOLM DIXON COUNCILLOR BAYDEN BARBER COUNCILLOR WENDY SCHOLLUM COUNCILLOR EILEEN LAWSON
FEBRUARY 2019 What’s on... FREE FREE EVENTS Hastings City Art Gallery Hastings District Libraries Events & Activities in the Hastings Open every day from 10am - 4.30pm FREE ENTRY District Ph: 871 5095 or E: hastingsartgallery@hdc.govt.nz HASTINGS LIBRARY – Cnr Eastbourne and Warren Sts FLAXMERE LIBRARY – Swansea Road ALL MONTH www.hastingscityartgallery.co.nz HAVELOCK NORTH LIBRARY – Te Mata Road Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market EXHIBITIONS For opening hours please visit EVERY SUNDAY 8.30AM – 12.30PM www.hastingslibraries.co.nz SHOWGROUNDS HAWKE’S BAY TOMOANA Abject Failures Rain hail or shine the farmers' market will go on! 1 – 10 FEBRUARY Harry Potter Book Night FREE Come along and meander the market taking in the Guest curator, Chloe Geoghegan brings together new 7 FEBRUARY | 4 – 7PM local produce, artisan goods or delectable breakfast work by five emerging and mid-career artists from around CIVIC SQUARE, HASTINGS LIBRARY & ART GALLERY options accompanied by sweet tunes by local musicians. Aotearoa who push material boundaries, using a mixed Hawkesbayfarmersmarket.co.nz This free, interactive, family oriented event will celebrate all media approach to resist competitive image ecologies and things Harry Potter. turn contemporary notions of the abject upside down. EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Harcourts Jazz on the Village Green The Water Project 26 JANUARY – 23 FEBRUARY | 4 – 6PM FREE 1 FEBRUARY - 24 MARCH VILLAGE GREEN, HAVELOCK NORTH The Water Project engages with the complex realities Arts Inc. Heretaunga 26 JAN Lady Larisa and band of water in the 21st Century. Thirteen artists explore the 106 Russell St South cultural, conceptual and imaginative qualities of rivers, lakes, 2 FEB Hikurangi Schaverien-Kaa // HSK IV www.artsinc.co.nz wetlands and freshwater systems of Aotearoa/New Zealand 9 FEB Hawke’s Bay Jazz Club Big Band and their crucial role in the well-being of our communities. 16 FEB Brass Monkeys ‘Whatu (to weave) – Ko te whiri, Ko te whatu, 23 FEB Ben Wilcock and the Jelly Rolls present Ko te whakairo.’ ‘The Phantom Canoe’ Gary Waldrom: Here We Come Again 28 JANUARY – 16 FEBRUARY 1 FEBRUARY - 17 MARCH A series of free concerts to enjoy on a Saturday afternoon. WAITANGI EXHIBITION For more information visit www.artsinc.co.nz. Self-taught Waipawa artist, Gary Waldrom looks back on a This exhibition brings together practitioners that weave lifetime of painting. His subjects exude character, whimsy customary and current themes into contemporary art, Harcourts Summer in the Park and life - confronting the viewer with their raw humanity. fashion and design using textiles, fibres and unconventional FREE 27 JANUARY – 24 FEBRUARY | 3 – 5PM Bathed in the golden glow of his warm palette, they are fully media. actualised beings located in a shadowy unreality of time and CORNWALL PARK, HASTINGS space. 27 JAN Stretch with Paula Sugden ‘Scene Two’ 3 FEB Alumni performances of the 2019 NZ Singing 18 FEBRUARY – 2 MARCH School: Te Wananga Toi Waiata Billie Culy and Henry Lyons: At the Table THEATRE HAWKE’S BAY GROUP EXHIBITION 10 FEB The Cellar Door Band plays Neil Young 16 FEBRUARY - 12 MAY Sculpture, paintings, pastels, drawings, prints, fibre, graphic 17 FEB Sonic Delusion feat. Robin Wells A new collaborative installation is using photography, art and multimedia pieces from the actors and directors of 24 FEB Devil’s Elbow & Music Dog found objects and audio as a unique means to connect Theatre Hawke’s Bay. Come and enjoy free entertainment in the park – every viewers with a small group of Hawke’s Bay people who have Sunday for a month. become the subjects of unconventional portraits by Billie Culy and Henry Lyons. Art Guide 2019 For more information visit www.artsinc.co.nz. 18 FEBRUARY – 2 MARCH WORKS FROM ARTISTS AND SPACES IN THE HAWKE’S Women’s World Golf Croquet Championship EVENTS & ACTIVITIES BAY ART GUIDE 2019 2 - 9 FEBRUARY | 9AM – 4PM A showcase of the local creative talent as featured in this HERETAUNGA CROQUET CLUB FREE Gallery Snapshot FREE year’s Art Guide - check it out at Hastings Community Arts Come and watch this world championship with 56 7 FEBRUARY | 12.30 – 12.45PM Centre. competitors and eight countries involved. Spectators Join the Gallery Director for a 15 minute look at some of the are welcome so for more information please visit www. artworks in the current exhibition during your lunchtime. To eventfinda.co.nz/2019/2019-womens-world-golf-croquet- be part of the discussion, meet at the gallery information championship/havelock-north desk. No bookings required. Hastings Sports Centre Go By Bike Breakfast FREE 503 Railway Road 18 - 22 FEBRUARY | 6.45 - 8.30AM Art for Tots Commute by bike to work/school or the shops during this www.hastingsdc.govt.nz/hsc 11 FEBRUARY | 10.30 – 11.30AM week and you can pick up a quick brekkie on the go from A fun and playful art experience for under-fives based on the one of our pop up breakfast spots. current exhibition. Koha, booking required. For locations and more information go to: www.iway.org.nz Tumbling Tots 13 FEBRUARY – 3 APRIL For children aged 12 months to 5 years, Tumbling Tots is a Recycled Teenagers Cycling Teachers’ Exclusive Evening FREE STARTING 20 FEBRUARY (4 WEEK PROGRAMME) FREE fun and interactive programme for parent and child to work 14 FEBRUARY | 4PM 9.30 - 11AM OR 5.15 – 6.45PM one on one, covering fundamental movement patterns with Join us for an exclusive opportunity for Hawke’s Bay HB REGIONAL SPORTS PARK structured classes and children learning at their own pace. teachers to preview exhibitions and find out about the Do you want to regain your love of cycling? Sport HB and Our specialised instructors support parents and caregivers gallery’s free art education programmes. Cycling NZ are offering free adult cycling lessons aimed at with technique and confidence building. Skill based programme - $5, Self-supervised - $3. For more information anyone from a beginner cyclist to those just wanting to gain visit www.hastingsdc.govt.nz/hsc more skills, confidence and knowledge. We can supply Artist Workshops: Just Add Water a bike and helmet for $2 per week or bring your own. To 17 FEBRUARY | 10AM- 1PM register contact Lyndal Johansson - lyndalj@sporthb.net.nz A hands on practical workshop making dye and pigment or 06 8459336 ext 719 Getting Started Disability Programme from natural sources with colour researcher and art tutor 15 FEBRUARY – 5 APRIL | 10 - 11AM Maria Melino. Booking essential. $20 per person. For all ages Aotearoa Bike Challenge FREE The Getting Started Programme is specifically designed Join in with the National Bike Challenge during Feb over 16. Please note this is the second workshop due to high for children aged 5 and up, with physical and/or learning – log your rides and you can be in to win. There are also interest. disabilities. Cost per session $5 per child. For more workplace competitions. Register today! information visit www.hastingsdc.govt.nz/hsc www.lovetoride.net/nz Artist Talk: At the Table Exhibition 24 FEBRUARY | 11AM Join us to hear from artists Billie Culy and Henry Lyons as they discuss the ideas and process behind the exhibition At the Table. breakfasts Youth Art Ambassador Programme Come and fuel up. Youth, 14 to 19 yrs, can apply to join The Youth Art ambassador Programme (YAAP). Closing date Sunday 3rd For locations and more information March. Check the gallery’s website for the application form. go to www.iway.org.nz
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