Hastings' fluoride expected to start flowing again in 2022 26 Feb, 2021 01:58 AM 2 minutes to read Despite opposition in 2013, Hastings continued with fluoridation with about two-thirds support at a referendum. Photo / File Despite opposition in 2013, Hastings continued with fluoridation with about two-thirds support at a referendum. Photo / File Hawkes Bay Today Fluoridation of Hastings' water supply is expected to begin again in early 2022, possibly followed by other Hawke's Bay communities who have previously opposed the treatment. Hastings had the only fluoridated water system until chlorine had to be used following the Havelock North gastroenteritis crisis in 2016, with hopes of restoration at least in some parts by the end of last year.