TW Property to develop new Flaxmere supermarket
Local developers, TW Property have confirmed that they have submitted a resource consent to the Hastings District Council for the development of a new Woolworths supermarket in Flaxmere.
The proposed site for the supermarket sits at the rear of the Flaxmere shopping precinct and borders Swansea Road, Caernarvon Drive, Pam O’Keefe Avenue and Te Ara Moeke. Renders show plans for a 3460m² full – service supermarket, along with a separate retail space and customer car park with 171 car parks.
Terry May, CEO of TW Property, the development arm of TW Group, said that they have entered into a conditional agreement for lease with nationwide supermarket chain, Woolworths.
“We are thrilled to be able to deliver a supermarket to the people of Flaxmere in partnership with Woolworths.
“Whilst this project is currently at the resource consent stage, we are hopeful that we can get it across the line and deliver this much-needed amenity that will service the Flaxmere community.”
Matthew Grainger, Woolworths New Zealand’s Director of Property says Woolworths is pleased to be at this stage with a proposed new supermarket for the local community.
“We’re always looking for opportunities to better serve New Zealanders across the country, and we’re excited about the possibility of bringing a state-of-the-art Woolworths supermarket to Flaxmere,”,
Hastings mayor Sandra Hazlehurst said it was fantastic news for Flaxmere.
“The Flaxmere community has been waiting for this for a long time, and it’s wonderful that a full-sized supermarket similar to that in Hastings is being proposed.
“Along with upcoming housing developments, and our award-winning Flaxmere Park and skate plaza, it really is Flaxmere’s time.”
Councillor for the Flaxmere Ward, Henry Heke said the new supermarket would be a game-changer for the thriving community.
“This is the start of our opportunity to develop a township that supports the fastest-growing population in Hastings.
“Alongside expansions in senior housing and first-home ownership, this much-needed addition strengthens local commerce and ensures a prosperous future.
“It will also bring invaluable job opportunities, especially for our younger generation seeking after-school or weekend work.
“Flaxmere’s unique culture will enhance this development, creating a vibrant, connected hub for all. I can’t wait to see what other surprises we can unfold as we build a strong, sustainable Flaxmere township.”
TW Group are a locally owned and operated property development, civil, construction and trades company, who have 14 different businesses operating under their umbrella.
Mr May confirmed that once consent is granted, they will be using their in-house civil and construction teams, as well as a number of their other trades businesses, to deliver the supermarket.
“TW Group employ a local workforce, some of whom live in Flaxmere themselves, so this will be a special project for all involved” he said.
The timeframe for the construction of the supermarket is yet to be released and more information will be available to the public once the proposal is out of the resource consent stage.
Woolworths currently has four stores in the Hawke’s Bay and is a major employer in the area.