123 days ago

Roundabout construction at the intersection of Frederick Street and Caroline Road

Communications from Hastings District Council

Starting next week (w/c 15 January) for 3 weeks, contractors will begin construction of a prefabricated roundabout at the intersection of Frederick Street and Caroline Road. The works will be undertaken between 7am and 5pm each day with traffic management in place. During construction, there will be no access to Caroline Road from Frederick Street (and vice versa).

Traffic management will include temporary road closures and speed restrictions (see map below). Spotters will be on-site to assist pedestrians and residents in accessing their properties and navigating through the work area.

We are opting to install a prefabricated system due to its lower cost and short installation time (approximately 5% of the cost and 3% of the time of a concrete alternative).

Due to high volumes of traffic on Frederick Street, this intersection has become very busy and hazardous for turning vehicles. The installation of a roundabout will help to reduce speeds at the intersection and improve safety whilst providing convenient turning opportunities.

Image
More messages from your neighbours
3 days ago

And the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero is...

Prospa

A huge congratulations to mother and son duo, Mary and Sam Danielson from The Puketapu Hotel.

The votes for all finalists have been tallied and they have been chosen by Neighbourly members across the country as the Prospa Local Business Hero of 2024.

The Puketapu Hotel was nominated by a local called Margaret and the nomination reads:
'On Feb 14, 2023, Cyclone Gabrielle flooded many of the rural areas. Puketapu Hotel went under perhaps half a meter of water. However, immediately Mary Danielson and her son, Sam Danielson, along with their loyal staff pulled it together to cook copious amounts of food that without electricity would have been wasted. Throughout the years many of us have been treated with a pub gathering where we can reconnect and a free meal. At Christmas there was Santa, games, gifts for kids, donated patchwork for adults, an ice cream truck and lots of camaraderie.
This February on the cyclone anniversary, they again pulled out the stops to give hundreds of us a special night. We are all tired of the cyclone cleanup and they understood that it was needed.'

Such a deserving business and team, well done Mary and Sam. And thank you to all those who voted!

Image
2 hours ago

Enhancing Your Home and Lifestyle!

Jade Promotions

Enjoy a wonderful day out at the Hawke’s Bay Better Home & Living Show opening this Friday! Packed with inspiration, exclusive show specials, giveaways and more the Hawke’s Bay Better Home and Living Show is on at Pettigrew Green Arena, 17th - 19th of May. Buy online here today and save with the 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer.

There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with everything from heating & insulation, builders, renovators, homewares, tiny homes, plants, tools, spas, health, well-being, sustainable living, art and artisan foods! With great food and coffee, grab a friend using this discounted offer and enjoy a day together.

Save the date in your diaries: 17-19 May

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Pettigrew Green Arena, Taradale
Adults $5
Gold Card Friday $2.50
Under 16 free
Find out more

Image
1 day ago

Poll: What is the smallest size hearing device Triton Hearing offer?

Triton Hearing

Some kiwis think hearing devices are big and ugly.

What if we told you technology has advanced substantially and they’re available in all shapes, colours, and sizes?

Go in the draw to win* a $40 MTA voucher when you share your answer to the
question below. Give it a go!

*T&C’s apply – must be over 18.
Find out more

Image
What is the smallest size hearing device Triton Hearing offer?
  • 88.3% a) The size of a pea
    88.3% Complete
  • 4.5% b) The size of a AAA battery
    4.5% Complete
  • 7.1% c) The size of a $2 coin
    7.1% Complete
309 votes