Hastings District Council Seeks Public Input on New Racecourse Plans
Public feedback sought on new Flaxmere racecourse proposals
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Hastings District Council has initiated a five-week public consultation for a proposed racecourse in Hastings, set to open by late 2029. Feedback is welcomed until June 26 on the development plan for a 44.5-hectare site near Flaxmere.
- 01The public consultation process began with notifications on Saturday.
- 02Feedback submissions are open until 5pm on June 26.
- 03The proposed site is a 44.5-hectare area off Portsmouth Rd.
- 04The plan includes a land-swap to convert the existing inner-Hastings racecourse into residential development.
- 05Three applications have been submitted by Portsmouth Land Co on behalf of Hawke’s Bay Racing.
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The Hastings District Council has launched a five-week public consultation regarding a proposal to create a new racecourse in Hastings, expected to be operational by late 2029. The consultation was initiated with public notifications on Saturday, allowing residents to provide feedback until 5pm on June 26. The proposed racecourse will occupy a 44.5-hectare area located off the southwestern boundary of Flaxmere, specifically along Portsmouth Road. This development plan involves a land-swap arrangement, which aims to facilitate the transformation of the existing racecourse in inner Hastings into a residential area. Following a vote in December, three applications have been submitted by Portsmouth Land Co on behalf of Hawke’s Bay Racing (HBR).
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The new racecourse could enhance local recreational options and boost the economy through events and tourism.
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