Traditional Training for Modern Times! Adults! Kids! Tens! Shotokan Karate is an intense physical art and an outstanding total mind-body exercise. It is a decisive method of self-defense, and a proven way to develop self-control & discipline for kids, and to manage stress for adults. It is an exciting competitive sport, and, for some – it becomes a philosophy of life. It is an art that allows participants of all ages and at varying levels of intensity – from the recreational practitioner – to... Read more

Havelock North Library is a wonderful community library in Hastings. It offers a wide range of library services including lending, computer access and community programmes. Read more

15 minutes from Napier or Hastings, the zoo is recognised as one of the leading attractions for both tourists and groups. Bring a picnic, feed the animals or book one of our 1hr Horse Treks. Feeding the animals is a great delight when visiting the zoo, it encourages the animals to come forward for petting and many of the goats, sheep, llamas & alpacas can be hand fed. Come see our great selection of birds including pheasants, ducks, geese and swans. There are ostriches, emus and deer, not... Read more

Hastings War Memorial Library offers a range of lending services and community programmes. Based in Hastings City it is easily accessible by car, bus or foot. Read more