Exciting new Hastings Growers Market gets all clear to start 29th November

Hastings District Council have today approved a road closure that will see the launch of a new Hastings City Growers Market every Saturday morning from 7am until 10.30am to be held in the streets of the 100 and 200 blocks of Heretaunga St East.

Following on from the great success of the Night Market, that brings the community together in Hastings CBD each Thursday night, this exciting new market has been launched by Hastings City Business Association to enable locals to access the wonderful abundance of fresh produce grown in our region by other locals. Susan McDade, Manager of HCBA, also anticipates a boost in Saturday sales for the surrounding retailers as an added bonus.

Modelled on the successful Whangarei Growers Market the Hastings version will appeal to families looking for fresh healthy food options that won’t break the bank. The market hopes to bring large numbers into the CBD as part of a regular routine to shop, socialise and be entertained. Unlike other Markets, all vendors who grow or produce food in Hawkes Bay are welcome so competition will be high and prices reasonable becoming an integral component to the weekly grocery shop.

Stallholders will range from small growers with one seasonal product to large trucks with a variety of fruit and vegetables. All food products are welcome including preserves, olive oil, sauces or just about any local artisan produced goods. As vendors will be selling their local, fresh produce, this also makes for an environmentally sound choice for shoppers.

Ready to eat food and a community stall space, live music and café style seating will also be part of this bustling market, delivering an all-round enjoyable Saturday morning shopping experience. With entertainment from local buskers, whilst enjoying excellent coffee and chatting with growers - this promises to be an authentic community event for all.

The Hastings City Business Association is currently seeking expressions of interest from Vendors. If you are interested in becoming a vendor at this exciting new market please check out our website www.hastingscitymarkets.co.nz

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