Hastings Athletics chairwoman Sharee Jones, a former nationally ranked thrower, said the new cages for the throwers were part of retaining the international status of the facility.
"They are part of a $50,000 upgrade which has been funded by Hastings Athletics and the Mitre 10 Park Trust, with great support from Eastern and Central Trust and the TAB," she said.
The cages are manufactured in Australia.
"We got caught up in Covid-related delays in getting them shipped to New Zealand and they were not going to be here in time had the champs gone ahead earlier in the month," Jones added.
"It is one of those rare circumstances where the delay helped."
Mackintosh said the stadium has received good reviews when it has hosted visitors.
"It's a fantastic experience for spectators," he said.
"They are seeing world-class athletes perform against a backdrop of Te Mata Peak views and usually they are basking in great weather."
The modified version of the Jennian Homes New Zealand Track and Field Championships will feature senior and under-20 athletes.
Athletics NZ CEO Peter Pfitzinger said the event is a highlight on the athletic calendar.
"It assumes even more importance this year with our elite athletes building towards the Olympics and Paralympics or pushing for national selection for other competitions," he said.
"We're looking forward to bringing some world-class athletics to the Hawke's Bay region and watching our top athletes in action."
