Video will play in Play now Don't auto playNever auto playA vision to create a new town centre for Papamoa has been unveiled by the creative force behind the long overdue redevelopment of the legendary "Pap Tav". "We want to create a town centre, a heart for Papamoa, something that can't be franchised." His vision for a town centre has been made possible by Astrolabe owner Paul Ryan taking over the lease of the tavern site and putting Mr Green in charge of the creative details. Related Content Video Pub makeover extends to creating Papamoa town centre It's expensive to eat your greens Outrage after fireworks let off on MauaoMr Green said the surprisingly large site would be crafted into a town centre sensitive to community needs. "We are turning up the beach in Papamoa Beach Tavern."

Source: New Zealand Herald November 26, 2016 20:02 UTC