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Hastings delivers a great lifestyle that is better for your health, for family life and for whatever you like doing when the work day is done.

Long hot summers (October to March) and mild winters make Hastings a great place for people who love the outdoors. Hawke’s Bay presents a smorgasbord of beautiful scenery, outstanding rivers and beaches, award winning wines, gourmet experiences, family fun, unique wildlife, stunning architecture, rich cultural heritage, and outdoor adventure.

Education

Hastings has 58 schools including some of the highest achieving in New Zealand.  

Highly regarded integrated schools for girls in years 7-13 are Iona College and Woodford House. For the boys, Hereworth School (private) specialises primary and intermediate education, and Lindisfarne College (integrated) caters for boys in years 7-13. These Hastings schools offer the choice of day student or boarding. Hastings also has an excellent range of public schools and pre-school learning centres. It is safe and easy to get to school each day with students walking, cycling, or taking a short bus ride.

Healthcare

Hawke's Bay features a robust healthcare infrastructure centered around the Hawke's Bay Regional Hospital in Hastings.  

The hospital offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, surgeries, maternity, and specialist consultations. Complementing the public sector, private hospitals and medical centers provide specialized care and elective surgeries. The region also has numerous general practitioners' clinics, specialist practices, and allied health services for primary and chronic care management. Collaboration between public and private sectors, enhances healthcare delivery and addresses community health needs. 

Getting around

Hawke's Bay relies primarily on bus services for public transportation, with a growing cycling community.

Bus services in and around Hastings, Flaxmere, Havelock North, Taradale and Napier are managed by Hawke’s Bay Regional Council and operated by GoBus. Our region is connected by over 100km of cycle ways (iWAY), which encourage easy and safer urban cycle use

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