Light boxes, augmented reality storytelling, free performances and Christmas displays could soon be part of the Hastings arts and culture scene.
The ideas are part of the Hastings District Council arts, culture and events recovery plan which was adopted at council last week to help restore the creative sector which has been hard hit by the pandemic.
The plan aims at developing opportunities for the community.
It includes a number of initiatives as part of events, performances, installations and exhibitions the community can attend.
Options in the plan include light boxes to be used as art installations, signage and storytelling; augmented reality as a platform to tell stories of Ngā Pou, other local landmarks and art displays; facility open days; free monthly performances at Toitoi – Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre; online library programmes; and large indoor and outdoor Christmas displays and installations for events at Functions on Hastings.
Council committed to delivering the proposed initiatives over the next six months and beyond.