The Flax Bar & Function Centre is a family-friendly bar on Swansea Road in Flaxmere village, Hastings, right next to the Flaxmere Shopping Centre. It has a 4.4 rating on Google.
Its website calls it the Flaxmere community's local pub, with TAB, SkyTV, gaming and frequent live music, and says it sponsors local rugby league, junior rugby, waka ama, women's rugby, football, pool and softball teams. It also caters for functions and events in a recently renovated dining area. That mix suits a few different visits: a drink while watching the game, a night out with live music or a larger gathering such as a birthday or club function. If you are planning an event, ask about the dining area's capacity, the catering options and what the booking process involves. For a live music night, arriving early helps you find a seat. If you are driving, plan ahead with a sober driver or alternative transport.
For anyone in Flaxmere and Hastings, The Flax on Swansea Road is a local place for a drink, a game or a function.