My Local First
Spend Local. Earn Local.
Support Local.
A community rewards platform bringing together independent businesses across Hastings and St Leonards. Together we’re helping more money stay within our local economy.
Join Once
Just join us once, and you’re in! It’s that simple to start enjoying great food and giving back.
Scan Your Card
Every time you visit, scan your card and track your support while earning rewards for your loyalty.
Earn Rewards
For each visit, enjoy a growing list of rewards as a thank you for being part of our community.
Why My Local First
Every purchase from an independent business does more than buy a coffee, loaf of bread or bunch of flowers.
It helps support local jobs, local suppliers and local families.
- ✅ Keeps money circulating locally
- ✅ Supports independent businesses
- ✅ Creates local jobs
- ✅Builds stronger communities
Grow Together
For Independent Businesses
Keeping it Local!
Our Vision for Supporting Local Business Community
For Independents in Hastings we envision a thriving network of local businesses all linked together in our town. Our journey will start with independent cafés, growing through to bakeries, butchers, greengrocers, restaurants, retailers, and ultimately connecting with the heart of our local communities. Together, we can create a sustainable cycle of support, where every purchase helps the next!
Step 1
Launch of Hastings Independent Cafes collaboration, bringing together local businesses for customer rewards
Step 2
We partner with local bakeries
Step 3
We partner with local butchers to add quality meats to our menu, fostering local supply chains.
Independent Retail
Launch of community farmers' market, promoting fresh produce from local greengrocers and farms.