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Bittersweet Symphony This Friday, the 12th of November is a big day for us at The Arts Centre - it’s the night of our annual Art Awards and it’s also very likely the night of our very last art awards at The Arts Centre… You’ve heard the news by now, our time here in our home of twenty years is running short, but that’s not what this tale is all about. This story isn’t about where, but why we do it.

Friedrich Nietzsche said that, “The essence of all beautiful art, all great art, is gratitude.” And for us as an artistic community our art awards are all about that, not art, but gratitude. Gratitude to the humble artists that toil in the solitude of creativity to emerge like springtime butterflies and gift to us, the fruits of their creation.

Yes, this is a bittersweet night for us - it’s the end of an era. But we know it’s not the end of our community. When our Arts Centre shuts its door for the last time next year, we don’t want your tears - we want your gratitude, not for this place, but for our artistic community. And this Friday, it’s all about gratitude.

Awards for creativity and the concept of competitive art is an easy one to misjudge - where winners and therefore losers are selected. But the reality is, it’s not about the best, it’s about the rising tide. The waves of creativity and winds of inspiration that are whipped up and sweep through the room.

1876 had a great day celebrating their 10th anniversary on Sunday. Ellie Booth, Molly Smith, Jim McCaffery & Joey Ellis helped make for a day to remember for everyone.

It’s easy to think of Queenstown as a place that needs to import its creativity. We’re at the metaphorical end of a one-way road at the far corner of the globe. But that’s not the case - our home has nurtured generations of artists many of which have been hiding in plain sight. And these awards are all about shining a light on these hard-grafting souls who don’t do it for the awards - but if we drill right down - they do it for you.

They spend their lives creating so that your world is a little bit brighter and I think in these tough times, the world needs all the light we can gather.

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So come and see us on Friday, The Queenstown Arts Centre, the corner of Ballarat and Stanley Street from 6pm. We’ll be there, so will the artists and so will their work. And even though nothing lasts forever - you, the art, the artists and the community we’ve forged together are going to last for a long, long time.

And besides, it’s always a great party.

Scott Kennedy Community Arts Coordinator at the Queenstown Arts Centre

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The Queenstown ceremony marking the signing up to Welcoming Communities and 82 residents’ citizenship

Queenstown’s aim to be a home for all

by Paul Taylor

Queenstown Lakes is officially a more welcoming place for everyone.

Two small ceremonies were held outdoors in Queenstown and Wanaka last week, to formally sign commitment to the Welcoming Communities programme - Waharoa ki ngā Hapori.

The Government-funded initiative aims to make places across New Zealand more welcoming, especially for migrant communities.

The ceremonies also acknowledged 82 local residents recently becoming New Zealand citizens.

Mayor Jim Boult said citizenship ceremonies are what he loves most about his job as Mayor, but unfortunately it was not possible to host a full citizenship ceremony, due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Instead, a small group of community leaders were invited, and in Queenstown local waiata group Ngā Manu Hou (which means ‘the new birds’) sang.

“New Zealanders have a reputation for being friendly, hospitable, and inclusive. The Welcoming Communities programme is about rolling out a welcome mat for all of our newcomers, recent migrants, former refugees, and international students,” Boult said.

“Over the coming months I will be connecting with our communities to understand and acknowledge what we already do well to welcome newcomers, and to develop a Welcome Plan to further enhance these initiatives.

“For now, though, we are excited to welcome 82 new citizens. Our newest Kiwis come from all corners of the world, bringing with them a passion for Queenstown Lakes and all our place has to offer,” she said.

Welcoming Communities Te Waharoa ki ngā Hapori is a government funded initiative led by Immigration New Zealand in partnership with the Ministry for Ethnic Communities and the Human Rights Commission.

Councils and communities gain recognition as being welcoming to newcomers by progressing through four stages of accreditation.

QLDC is currently at Stage 1 – a Committed Welcoming Community, having signed a Statement of Commitment on Tuesday 2 November 2021.

“We are formally acknowledging QLDC’s commitment to the Welcoming Communities standards, and are seeking better social outcomes, stronger economic growth, and an environment where everyone is able to participate in the economic, civic, cultural and social life of the community.”

To mark the ceremony, a kauri tree was planted in Queenstown Gardens, and a pear tree was planted in Allenby Park in Wānaka. A Trees That Count gift card will also be sent to the 82 new citizens, and these trees will be planted in Queenstown Lakes District Welcome Forests.

Silvia Dancose, the new Welcoming Communities Coordinator for the district, said the presence of community leaders and elected members at the two events was a reflection of how engaged and committed everyone is to making Queenstown Lakes a more welcoming and inclusive community.

“The signing of the Statement of Commitment represents the initial phase of the Welcoming Communities programme,” Ms Dancose said.

Mayor Jim Boult signs a Statement of Commitment, officially recognising the district as part of the Welcoming Communities programme - Waharoa ki ngā Hapori.

To mark the ceremony, a pear tree was planted in Allenby Park in Wānaka

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Christmas cricket for Queenstown

by Paul Taylor

Two games of the upcoming Dream11 Super Smash cricket games will be held at Queenstown Events Centre.

John Davies Oval will host back-to-back games for the Otago Sparks and Otago Volts on Tuesday, 28 December, and Wednesday, 29 December.

The first match begins at 11.10am and the second match at 2.40pm on both days.

Tickets sold will be valid for both matches on game day.

Simon Battrick, Queenstown Lakes District Council sport and recreation manager, says it’s a great win for the region to bring top class domestic cricket to one of the best looking grounds in the world.

“We’re always trying to secure top class sport and events for the district,” Battrick says.

“It’s a win and will provide a boost for the area following the cancellation of a number of popular local events due to Covid-19 restrictions.

“We can’t wait to welcome cricket fans during the Christmas break.”

The Dream11 Super Smash format will include men’s and women’s double-headers throughout the schedule.

Tickets to the games on 28 and 29 December are now on sale at www.supersmash.co.nz. They start at $15 and family packages are available.

Nine weeks of big-hitting, fearless and fast-paced action will sort out the six men’s and six women’s teams as they battle for a spot in the finals.

The 17th edition of Dream11 Super Smash will see all 64 matches broadcast live on Spark Sport, with 40 matches broadcast free-to-air by TVNZ 1 and Duke.

The sudden death Elimination (2v3) Finals are set for Thursday, 27 January, and the 2022 Dream11 Super Smash Grand Final inked in for Saturday, 29 January.

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TECHNOLOGY How to protect against phishing scams Have you ever received an email asking you to sign into your financial account, cloud services, or online email? What about one saying you have a package waiting for delivery and you should open the attachment for details?

These are all recent phishing attempts cybercrooks are using to gain access to your private information. Phishing is a type of social engineering where an attacker sends a fraudulent message designed to trick another human victim into revealing sensitive information to the attacker or to deploy malicious software on the victim’s infrastructure like ransomware.

A tech support scam is a form of Internet fraud that is gaining momentum on the Internet. The scam implements social engineering and fear tactics in order to get the victim to take the bait. There are three main ways this scam is executed- via cold calls, pop-up messages on the computer and incorrect search engine results.

Cold Calls Tech support cold calls are when an individual calls the target, claiming to be from a reputable company and states that they have found malware on the computer. The criminal will then try to get the user to install a type of remote desktop software under the pretext of removing the infestation, which would allow the attacker access to the computer in order to install real malware. In addition to attempting to install malware on the machine, these scammers will often ask for a fee to fix the issue.

Pop-Up Warnings Tech support pop-up warnings occur when a user is browsing the Internet.

Usually, the target is viewing a website that contains links to related content, and when the user clicks on one of those links it will redirect them to a website hosting the pop-ups. These pop-ups can be terribly intrusive, making it difficult for the user to close the window. The pop-ups will then display a message stating that the computer is infected with malware and offer a phone number for help with removing the malware. Often, these pop-ups will look like they come from a legitimate source.

Advertising/ Paid Search/ Confusing Search Results: Fraudulent companies frequently use paid search to advertise their support services. When searching online, it is possible to receive different search results based on the search engine you are using.

Motivation: The main motives behind these scams are to extort the victim to gain money as well as installing malware such as keyloggers or backdoor Trojans in order to gain access to personal information.

How to Identify and Avoid Pop-Up and Cold-Calling Scams: Pop-ups: Examine the message closely- look for obvious signs of fraud such as poor spelling, unprofessional imagery, and bad grammar: You can also do an Internet search for the phone number that is listed in the pop up to verify its legitimacy: There are many websites where people report scammers. If it is indeed a scam, there will be an abundance of search results, often on the first page of the search, that clearly point out the scammer: Cold-call telephone scams: What to do if you think you have received a scam call: 1. If you receive an unexpected phone call that seems suspicious, the best action to take is to hang up. Do not share any personal information with the caller.

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Total revenue hit US$65b, up from US$46b in the same quarter last year.

Google search advertising contributed almost US$38b, up 44%, while YouTube advertising climbed 43% to US$7.2b.

Revenue generated from Google Cloud increased 44% to US$4.9b.

Profit in the three months to September hit US$18.9b, up from US$11.2b.

Speaking to investors this morning, chief business officer Philipp Schindler said retail was “by far” the largest contributor to year-over-year advertising growth with media, entertainment, finance and travel also strong performers.

But he said more advertisers were now adopting an omnichannel strategy rather than focusing purely online.

“We have seen explosive growth in digital over the past 27 months but as the world begins to reopen shoppers are returning to stores,” he said. “Bricks and mortar isn’t dead. Instead, omnichannel is in full force.

He said searches for ‘open now near me’ have climbed four-fold, with more people researching their visit to physical locations”.

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Yahoo pulls out of China, citing ‘challenging’ environment Yahoo Inc. has become that latest technology firm to pull out of China. It cited an increasingly challenging operating environment.

The withdrawal was largely symbolic, as many of the company’s services were already blocked by China’s digital censorship. But recent government moves to expand its control over tech companies generally, including its domestic giants, may have tipped the scales for Yahoo.

Yahoo is the latest foreign tech company to exit China. Google gave up several years ago, and Microsoft’s professional networking platform LinkedIn said last month it would shutter its Chinese site, replacing it with a jobs board instead. The departures illustrate the choices internet companies face in a huge potential market, but one where the government requires them to censor content and keywords deemed politically sensitive or inappropriate.

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Hertz ordered 100,000 Tesla vehicles Rental car company Hertz has ordered 100,000 Teslas as part of an ambitious plan to electrify its fleet. A first tranche of Tesla’s Model 3 sedans will be available to rent from Hertz in major US and European markets from early November. The announcement comes just months after Hertz escaped bankruptcy.

It’s the single-largest purchase ever for electric vehicles, or EVs, and represents about $4.2 billion of revenue for Tesla. While car-rental companies typically demand big discounts from automakers, the size of the order implies that Hertz is paying close to list prices.

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Leaders vow to protect forests World leaders promised to protect Earth’s forests, cut methane emissions and help South Africa wean itself off coal at the U.N. climate summit — part of a flurry of deals intended to avert catastrophic global warming.

Britain hailed the commitment by more than 100 countries to end deforestation in the coming decade as the first big achievement of the conference in the Scottish city of Glasgow, known as COP26 — but experts noted such promises have been made and broken before.

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Arts+Culture The joy of music with the Central Otago Regional Choir

by Bethany Rogers

The Central Otago Choir are promising to blast away the Covid blues with a series of toe-tapping choral concerts this month.

Choir member Allie Frude says the theme of the concerts is “joy”.

“We want to brighten people’s lives. There’s a lot of negativity around at the moment and we want to bring joy to everyone who listens.

As a child, Rhiannon had to overcome problems with deformed vocal cords and needed surgeries. Despite these setbacks, she has grown to become a talented young soprano and a member of the Octagon Ensemble. She has been a member of the New Zealand Youth Choir (2017 – 2019), and has performed with Simon O’Neill and Anna Leese.

“They are both inspirational young people,” says Allie.

“Music helps us to quickly forget all the negativity. Music takes over – it is such a wonderful feeling. And I think a lot of people need that at the moment because we’re bombarded with it. It’s understandable, but it’s not good for our mental health.

“The Central Otago Regional Choir has always championed young musicians and singers wherever we can. Our conductor Richard Madden has continued this tradition, creating a platform to showcase young talent and show new audiences what can be achieved.

“[…] I reckon the mental health of our choir is pretty darn good no matter what is going on. We love being together and sharing the music and we want to do the same for everyone else.”

“We’ve also got Dunedin pianist Sandra Crawshaw, who is brilliant, and Peter Doyle, who’ll accompany us on the really jazzy pieces – he’s quite a legend around here.

Though music is helping everyone to forget their worries, Allie says the choir has been practicing safely, with social distancing, and says the concerts will be conducted safely too – audience members will be socially distanced and required to wear masks.

“[…] We’re looking forward to performing. We’d love people to come along, put their worries aside and just enjoy this concert. We love performing for our audiences and we really hope this concert series brightens people’s lives.”

“So it’s safe to come along, relax and enjoy,” adds Allie.

Tickets $25 (School students free). Tickets are available from choir members or: Life Pharmacy Wilkinsons (Queenstown), Unichem Summerfields Pharmacy (Frankton), Lakes District Museum (Arrowtown) and Paper Plus (Wanaka)

Conducted by Richard Madden, the choir will perform a lively selection of choral pieces including ‘Fascinating Rhythm’, ‘I Got Rhythm’ and ‘Nice Work if You Can Get It’. There’ll be music by Cole Porter and the Gershwin brothers as well as joyful Christmas tunes.

Concerts:

Pianist Sandra Crawshaw and local drumming legend Peter Doyle will accompany the choir.

ARROWTOWN: Friday 19 November, 7:30pm, Athenaeum Hall, 33 Buckingham St.

The accomplished regional choir are also renowned for their collaboration with top talent and up-and-coming young stars. This season will be no different, with remarkable young musicians Abhinath Berry (piano) and Rhiannon Cooper (soprano) sharing the stage.

WANAKA: Saturday 20 November, 7:30pm, Lake Wanaka Centre, 89 Ardmore St.

Abhinath took up the piano when he was 15 years old – quite ‘old’ by classical music standards. But, five years later his talent was recognised when he placed second in Dunedin Concerto Competition.

ALEXANDRA: Sunday 21 November, 2:30pm, Memorial Theatre, 15 Skird St.

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What’s On 2021 Arts Awards After the opening night and awards presentations are over the Queenstown Arts Centre will throw open the doors for everyone to view the 2021 Art Awards entries and winners. Come and see the winning entry for the Supreme Award for best artwork of the show, who receives a tidy $3,000 in prize money. Also on display is all the outstanding work from across the region. Awards include art works from across textile, pottery, sculpture, photography, glasswork, and 3D works as well as traditional and contemporary painting.

The exhibition commences on Friday 12th November and runs through to the 11th of December Where: Queenstown Arts Centre, 49/48 Stanley Street.

Open between 10am and 4pm.

The Reincarnation of Janis Joplin (On Broadway)

Join longtime local legend and first lady of Arrowtown Rock for a trip through her own musical journey from the bedroom to the stage.

Charlotte Graf will take you on a nostalgic journey of her major stage appearances. Charlotte is at once funny, captivating and a treat to experience.

Where: Blue Door, 18 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown Two Shows: 12th November at 6.30pm and 9pm Tickets $14.00 (incl fees) available at Eventbrite.

Queenstown Writers Festival The Queenstown Writers Festival is a biennial boutique festival that brings writers and readers together to celebrate the written word in many forms.

While the next full festival is next year you can part take in a series of events for reader and writers in November.

Hone your short story skills at a practical workshop run by Catherine Chidgey on 13 November, and attend the launch of Laura Shallcrass’s new book.

On 14 November, enjoy author talks with Catherine Chidgey, Brannavan Gnanalingam and Jacqueline Bublitz. Author talks follow a casual and conversational format and there will be an opportunity to ask questions.

Where: Sherwood Queenstown, Frankton Road When: November 13 and 14 For more information see the Queenstown App

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DRACULA - The Bloody Truth Sahara BreeZe Productions will be bringing Dracula – The Bloody Truth by Le Navet Bete & John Nicholson to Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall (25-28 Nov), and the Lake Wanaka Centre (3-4 Dec.)

as the frantic Van Helsing and his 3 hapless actors try to stage the ‘real’ events of the Dracula story. Will they be victorious, or will Dracula get the last bite? This is a laugh-out-loud riot you can really sink your teeth into!!!

This hilarious parody of vampire movie cliches will have you rolling in the aisles and is an ideal night out for all the family. Crammed full of sensational slapstick, frantic costume changes, magic tricks, and airborne props, strung together with clever dialogue, hilarious wordplay, as well as the odd song and dance, the local cast of 4 (Marty Newell, Sarah Barham, Nathan Cook & Blaise Barham) take you on a riotous romp playing 34 characters with hysterical results.

You will recognise the award-winning actors of Marty Newell (the bloodthirsty Dracula), Sarah Barham (mainly male roles!), Nathan Cook (mainly female roles!) and Blaise Barham (the tyrannical Van Helsing).

In response to the dastardly Bram Stoker’s dishonest appropriation of the Dracula tale, Van Helsing is touring this public information seminar in 1901 to reveal the true story.

From November 25th

The show takes you on a journey across Europe from the dark and sinister Transylvanian mountains to the outwardly charming seaside town of Whitby,

Directed by Christopher Cook, Assistant Director John Goudge, and produced by Jordan Wichman.

Where: Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall, Arrowtown, Queenstown Lakes Tickets are available through eventfinda.co.nz Family Friendly: Parental Guidance. Recommended: 8+ as there will be darkness, loud bangs, mock-horror, and horrifyingly funny antics from four actors who should really know better.

Community News The Markets are back in full swing

Arrowtown Farmers Market

Remarkables Markets

The Arrowtown Farmers Market brings together motivated local buyers with knowledgeable local sellers of produce, added-value regional food & beverages and an interesting range of plants and flowers. The Market offers a range of high quality products that are grown and produced locally and sold by the makers and producers themselves.

The 12th Summer Season is underway and runs every Saturday from 9am – 2pm until Easter at Hawthorne Drive Frankton.

Remarkables Market is a locals favorites and as well as having fabulous stallholders selling high quality products, there are several large communal tables with umbrellas, free sunscreen, newspapers, sandpits for children, and local musicians to listen to.

Queenstown Market The “Creative Queenstown Arts and Crafts Markets” embraces the talents of many artists and crafters from around the area to display and sell their own quality handmade Art and Craft.

Queenstown Market is on every Saturday at Earnslaw Park from 9am to 4.30pm

The Arrowtown Farmers Market is held each Sunday from 10am to 2pm at the Library Green on Buckingham Street until Easter Sunday.

Hanley Farm Pump Track From Wednesday 10 November to Wednesday 24 November the Hanley Farm Pump Track will be undergoing repairs.

Work consists of patching existing potholes and resealing of the track. The work is being undertaken by the developer and should be complete within two weeks, weather permitting.

Council hope to open the track back up as soon as possible.

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QLDC has been investigating risk from natural hazards in the Brewery Creek and Reavers Lane areas, on Gorge Road.

Assessments show there is a range of risk levels in these areas, with elevated levels of risk in some places. We’ve also been investigating potential options for managing this risk to ensure that people and property are safe.

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This is a celebration of our talented students and everything they have learnt throughout the year. There are two shows each day, so grab your friends and family and come along to check out the talent of the Wakatipu Youth.

Our theme this year is ‘Neverland’ inspired by a favourite childhood story.

Each class has incorporated the idea of ‘Neverland’ into their performances so get ready for a show full of pirates and magical fun.

We are super grateful to Skyline Queenstown for their support. The gondola ride is included in the ticket price, so come up early and enjoy a beverage at the bar while taking in the amazing views Skyline has to offer or enjoy a ride on the luge after the show.

Show times this year: - 11:30am and 5pm on Saturday 20th November - 11:30am and 4pm on Sunday 21st Where: Skyline Theatre!

Tickets at ticketfairy.com

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Garage Sale HUGE GARAGE SALE – SATURDAY 13TH AND Sunday 14th 10am to 2pm, unit 12 George Rd. Retail. Household and Business items, Antiques, Tools, Furniture and much much more. Please use face mask.

GIGANTIC FUNDRAISING GARAGE SALE! ALTRUSA IS HOLDING a Garage Sale this Saturday 13th November raising funds for local charities. 10-2 at 442 Littles Road, Dalefield.

Included for sale are a massive range of household items; fabric and haberdashery; tools; sports equipment; office equipment and furniture and much more.

Christmas Functions Christmas is approaching quickly.

Time is running out to the get the work function organised!

Queenstown does the work Christmas party like no where else and 2021’s Christmas party season will be mega.

Whichever way you decide to go – from a traditional restaurant meal to the themed party now is the time to start planning!!!

Boardwalk will make your Christmas Function a breeze.

Boardwalk is located right at the heart of Steamer Wharf offering an ever evolving contemporary blend of fresh seafood, chosen meats and a reimagination of local produce along with those unbeatable views of Lake Wakatipu.

Save yourself the organizing and menu planning, prep and clean up time and leave the hard work to the wonderful team at Boardwalk Queenstown. All you need do is give them a call and discuss your options.

Planning a party? We have 2 or 3-course dinner banquets starting from only $30pp.

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Wineries are quintessential Queenstown and at Gibbston Valley, wine is at the centre of everything they do. Gibbston Valley are inviting you to spend your Christmas function with them with a fully immersive wine and food experience. Located just 20 minutes from Queenstown and with New Zealand’s largest wine cave, they are offering a beautiful bistro style menu that features local, seasonal and sustainably sourced ingredients. The culinary team will create a harmonious blend of wine, food and place to treat your team.

If it’s a Jet boating adrenaline rush you are after, it’s about where you want to go. K-Jet, Shotover Jet and Dart River are all offering terrific Christmas Function packages to take advantage of. If ever this was on your list 2021 is the year, to take advantage of the terrific pricing.

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QUEENSTOWN DHARMA CENTRE, 12 LAKE ST. WHILST we are OPEN at level 2, the number of attendees will be limited and those wishing to attend must register in advance by emailing Ian (programme@dharmacentre.org.nz). CURRENT WEEKLY SESSIONS: Thursdays, Zazen Sitting Meditation @ 7:00pm; Sundays, Cultivating Awareness Practice @ 10am followed

by Social Sundays @ 11am. To participate in the "Cultivating Awareness" practice online via Google Meet, please see dharmacentre.org.nz. All sessions are free, with dana (donation) for the centre gratefully accepted.

SPCA OP SHOP – 51 GORGE RD. Open Monday – Saturday 9.00 – 5.00. Pre-loved goods and clothing at great prices. Help support the ongoing work done by the SPCA. Your old goods, or your time, could help save a life. Accepting donations (no electrical at the moment) and volunteers now.

CAB IS A REGISTERED CHARITY OFFERING FREE legal, financial, employment, family, consumer, immigration digital, and document certification assistance to residents at 44 Stanley st.

Queenstown weekdays 9.30-4pm phone 03 442 6799, www.cab. org.nz, email queenstown@cab.org.nz Bring your issues to our trained volunteers. Te Pou Whakawhirinaki o Aotearoa DANCE SOCIAL MODERN JIVE CLASSES ARE ON hold until the New Year. Please feel free to contact us, or keep up to date with us via our Facebook page: Dance Social NZ. Private wedding dance lessons are available on request. Emma 021 566 013 dancesocialnz@gmail.com.

PRACTICE ENGLISH FOR FREE. If English is your second language, come along for a fun time of activities based on practising speaking English with a group of Kiwi English speaking volunteers. Every Tuesday 3-5 pm, at St Andrew’s Church, 26 Stanley Street, Queenstown. Afternoon Tea provided.

Info: 020 4189 9160. Gratis Belajar Bahasa Inggris / 무료로 영어를 연습하세요 / Practica inglés gratis / 免费英语会话（欢迎參加) / Magsanay ng Ingles nang ibre / Pratique Inglês de Graça.

For Sale BACK EXTENSION MACHINE WITH A COVER. IN good working order. Offers please phone 034421678 or 0211266663 IPHONE 8 64GB SILVER, VGC BATTERY 100%, glass cover, protective case, unlocked, one owner $520 Ph 021804990 HEAVY DUTY HOLE PUNCH. 2 X HOLE, 150 sheets. See Trademe #3328027373. Or txt or phone 0274422992 BEDSIDE COMMODE TOILETING CHAIR WITH BUCKET. FREE to a good home. Ideal for poor mobility, disabled or elderly.

Phone El 021564489 WE WANT YOU Any players 30+ (no max age) come have a fun run of Rugby League Sat 27 Nov, Arrowtown 2pm, masters rules 4th oldies, no exp required.

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The Council Word Learn about Gorge Road natural hazards QLDC is hosting two ‘Hear about the Hazard’ drop-in sessions to share more about natural hazards in the Brewery Creek and Reavers Lane areas, and how they might affect you: • Friday 12 November, 3.00-7.00pm at Queenstown Memorial Hall • Saturday 13 November, 11.00am-3.00pm at Queenstown Primary School It’s free to drop by, please register at letstalk.qldc.govt.nz

Proposed changes to accessible parking QLDC is proposing amendments to the District Plan to ensure we can retain a requirement for providing accessible parking after forthcoming changes under a National Policy Statement. Public submissions on our proposed amendments are open until 25 November and we encourage anyone with an interest to share their views. Find out more at www.qldc.govt.nz/notification-and-submissions (then scroll down to ‘Notification public notices’).

Arrowtown pool opening soon The outdoor Arrowtown Memorial Pool will reopen on 29 November for another summer of fun. Save with a season memberships available now via qldc.govt.nz/recreation

AquaBoards pool fitness Alpine Aqualand is running AquaBoard sessions on Wednesday mornings (Balance) from 9.15-10.00am and Tuesday evenings (HIIT) 6.45-7.30pm. For more info drop by Queenstown Events Centre or visit qldc.govt.nz/recreation

Plans for Ben Lomond and Queenstown Hill We’re drafting a new reserve management plan that will outline the use and maintenance of Ben Lomond and Queenstown Hill. What do these reserves mean to you?

How do you enjoy them now, and what’s your vision for their future use and protection? Share your thoughts at letstalk.qldc.govt.nz until 16 January.

Can I recycle that?

Do you have a recycling question? QLDC has launched a new hotline to provide answers like what can go in your yellow bin and where different recycling ends up.

Phone 03 441 0499 and we’ll be happy to help.

New app for bus journeys Make travelling around town by bus easy by downloading the Transit app. Find out more at www.orc.govt.nz/transitapp

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Everything Else WHAT TO RECYCLE? RECYCLE PLASTIC BOTTLES AND containers marked 1, 2 and 5 in your yellow kerbside bin - no meat trays, no fruit or veggie punnets and no coloured bottles marked 1. Cardboard, paper and cans go in your yellow bin too.

FABULOUS DAY WITH FRIENDS, STAFF FUNCTION, CLUB outing? Join a beautiful GUIDED GARDEN TOUR in Wānaka, group discounts. Info booking 02102792481 or beautifulgardenswanaka.com ARROWTOWN RSA. ARMISTICE DAY SERVICE - 11 am Thursday 11th November. Parade to assemble at the Cenotaph, Soldiers Hill, Durham Street, Arrowtown at 10.45 am.

HIT THE MARK! CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH A Bang! Bring your staff along for a fun-filled day at Crossfire. Contact us today on 034435995 or info@crossfirewanaka.co.nz HAPPINESS HOUSE AGM ON WEDNESDAY THE 17TH November at 2.30pm till 3.30pm at 4 Park Street. Everyone is invited. Please RSPV by phoning 03-442 6531 or emailing info@ happinesshouse.org.nz by the 10th November. Looking forward to seeing you!

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "WHEN YOU'RE GOOD at something, you'll tell everyone. When you're great at something, they'll tell you." - Walter Payton SUZI Q'S GARDEN. FARM FRESH CHRISTMAS TREES & peonies are now available. Open 7 days until Christmas 8:00am-6:00pm.

Any enquiries call 022 4142 301. No dogs. 42D Gladmsuir Rd, Queensberry, SH6. Half way between Cromwell and Wanaka.

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KATE MOETAUA COLLECTIVE DRAMA SCHOOL IS HOLDING it's 2021 Production at Skyline on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st November. The theme is 'Neverland' inspired by everyones favourite childhood story. So get ready for a show full of pirates and magical fun. There are two shows each day. Come along and support the talent of the Wakatipu Youth. Our 4 showtimes this year are 11:30am and 5pm on Saturday 20th and 11:30am and 4pm on Sunday 21st. Tickets at www.ticketfairy.com/event/kmcneverland/ OFFICE/WORKSHOP SPACE FOR RENT WITH OFF STREET carparks on the corner of Robins Road / Hamilton Road. For more info please call: 027-5844419 DO YOU HAVE TOO MUCH GRASS IN your paddock? Let our wooly lawn mowers do the job, buy or even lease our rams free of charge! 02102412505 LOOKING FOR AN ADULTS SECOND HAND, GOOD condition Mt bike. Please contact me 0276973578 if you have any for sale :) QUEENSTOWN DHARMA CENTRE, 12 LAKE ST. UPCOMING NEW SESSIONS: Tuesdays, fortnightly, starting 16 November, Condensed Daily Tara Practice with Janiah Melsom @ 5:45pm.

Sessions are free, with dana (donation) for the centre gratefully accepted. Whilst we are OPEN at level 2, the number of attendees will be limited and those wishing to attend must register in advance by emailing Ian (programme@dharmacentre. org.nz). For more information see dharmacentre.org.nz or FB. EXPERIENCED HAMMERHAND CARPENTER - AVAILABLE FOR COMMERCIAL and residential work on contract basis. Own tools and transport, availability upon request. Call Ben on 0275 099 124 MANA TĀHUNA PEST/HUNTING SERVICES - LARGE PEST Control - Pest Fencing - Assisting with Farm Environment Plans Free Consultation Contact dan@manatahuna.co.nz 0277170808 CALL THE HOTLINE: IS A RECYCLING CONUNDRUM confusing you? We can help! Call the recycling hotline on 03 441 0499.

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Principal says Ministry reneged on Queenstown school bus promise A primary school principal is calling out the Ministry of Education for reneging on a promise to stop children from standing on school buses in the Queenstown Lakes.

Officials agreed in 2018 to end the practice of standing on buses following pressure from local schools amid concerns over the safety of children while travelling on roads with open speed limits.

The ministry has since confirmed that students were allowed to stand on school buses but operators would need to regularly report on any standing passengers following new contracts coming into effect in January.

It has prompted Queenstown Lakes District Mayor Jim Boult to contact the prime minister and other government ministers calling for the practice to end, saying it was inherently unsafe and an irresponsible protocol.

Hāwea Flat School principal Tania Pringle said officials had backtracked on their promise.

Her primary school did not allow the practice on their buses because of safety concerns for students travelling on roads with speed limits of up to 100 kilometres an hour.

“They are more country roads, they are not as well groomed as your big state highways like State Highway 1. There are pieces that are gravel and have an uneven camber on them and in the winter we obviously have a significant amount of ice.”

The practice was happening on other local school buses, she said.

“There’s a lot of five, six, seven-year-olds. Those children seated aren’t able to touch the ground when sitting properly on the seats. If you’re putting three to a seat, they struggle to ... put their back against the back rests,” Pringle said.

“There’s no arm rest to hold them in so that’s easy to hang over the aisle. If the bus was to suddenly stop, there’s very little to actually stop them from going flying so if children were standing that would be even worse.”

Her school has three buses offering 135 seats.

But 210 students - 70 percent of the school’s roll - were eligible for the school bus.

“We are going through a sustained period of growth for our school so on a regular basis we are having to review what bus provision we’ve got.”

She approached the Ministry of Education for another bus, but said she was told they provide one because she couldn’t show that students were regularly stand up on buses even though there could be three children to a seat.

To meet that threshold, the bus would need to be filled to maximum loading capacity - about 65 children seated and 10 standing.

“We are not willing to do that and we are not willing to allow our children to do that so because that’s not happening on a daily basis, the Ministry of Education has said that we don’t need any more bus provisions and they’re not willing to review it.”

Queenstown Lakes District Mayor Jim Boult was fired up about the issue he thought had been resolved.

It has been more than three years since Waka Kotahi informed him that the Secretary for Education had decided to stop the practice and the Ministry of Education was working on that directive with an expected cost of around $20 million a year.

Queenstown Lakes District Mayor Jim Boult. Photo: RNZ / Belinda McCammon

It was time to act on an issue that had long put tamariki needlessly at risk, he said.

“We live in an area with challenging road conditions, particularly during the long winter months. I find it hard to imagine that anyone would contemplate allowing children to stand on buses at all, let alone on open roads. This surely cannot be a practice which is condoned.”

He has been in correspondence with Waka Kotahi about the issue since 2018, but said he has recently been given the run around by various government departments while trying to stop the practice.

More recent correspondence with Waka Kotahi included advice that while school buses were involved in 529 crashes between February 2000 and February 2020, no pupils had been killed.

“I’m sure a five-year old standing on a school bus travelling rural roads at 90km per hour would feel much safer knowing that they stand a good chance of surviving if their bus is one of the 26 crash average per year,” Boult said in the letter.

He also urged the government to include seat belts on school buses.

“As parents, and as ministers with accountability to our children and their safety, I implore you to act. While thankfully no children have died in these 529 crashes, shouldn’t we do everything in our power to prevent any child from becoming the first one? Aren’t we responsible for making sure they can travel to school each and every day safe from the chance of harm and injury?”

New contracts Ministry of Education infrastructure and digital leader Scott Evans said new contracts would come into effect next January after asking bidders to confirm they could provide enough seats to cater for expected numbers of eligible students.

The contracts were due to expire at the end of last year but they were extended by one year to allow time to update the procurement process and make sure there were opportunities for smaller, regional suppliers, he said.

He has sent a letter to the Prime Minister and other ministers, saying he was disappointed and shocked when schools informed him that a significant number of children would stand in the aisles under the new school bus tender arrangements.

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We’ve had nearly five days of freedom already and it’s gone at lightning speed (no wonder, given how many years it takes for a single day to pass in MIQ!) I’ve been terrifically busy doing important things like watching my little fantail family who’ve built a luxurious home on our back verandah. SO clever - they’ve built it round a large hook that hangs from the ceiling so no predators of the winged or furred variety can reach them, the rain and wind can’t touch them and there’s a handy washing line where the parent who isn’t sitting on the eggs can perch and chat to their friends. The only problem they have is the nosy owners of the house spying on them. I have to climb a ladder and hold my phone at the right angle to get photos of them. I’d be furious if I found people doing that to me, and I do try to stop snooping, but it’s a struggle. Just to teach me a lesson, they are leaving a LOT of fantail poop around - I’m sure they could wait and do it in the garden - I can’t imagine a fantail having a spiteful thought but...

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Even though I’ve been trying to keep up with local goings on, it’s been a shock to see the issues I’ve been hearing about for myself. Beach Street is STILL not open - honestly, how is that even possible? Has there not been anything happening there? And I got hopelessly lost trying to get from Raeward Fresh to Marine Parade - almost every street a no entry and no sign of anyone at work anywhere. I was trying to get to Botswana Butchery where there had been a very tempting invitation - lunch all afternoon and the Melbourne Cup, too. I couldn’t bear the thought of being inside, when I’d had two weeks dreaming of outside, so I declined, but agreed to come and pick up my mother immediately after the race. Fat chance - lots of fun and naughty people to laugh and chat with, and so good to hear about all the great things that are happening in the Wakatipu. Immediately after the race turned out to be over two hours after the race. Not exactly immediate.

It’s good to hear the private hospital is roaring ahead. I’m a massive fan of the public one and have only praise and gratitude for their staff and services when I know what they have to deal with. It’s great to have so many more services available privately here instead of having to go to Dunedin or Invercargill and taking up valuable space in the public system.Being able to get a bone density scan at Form Imaging in the Five Mile the day after getting home - how good is that!!

Every day I’m told about different exciting things happening my calendar is bulging - Ben Baker is playing at the Lodge at The Hills on November 12th - how lucky are we having world famous violinists just popping into our tiny town? And Corazon Latino is playing at the Blue Door on the 14th. I haven’t seen a movie in months and there are so many brilliant ones now that the northern hemisphere cinemas are all open again. Dorothy Browns is hosting a premiere event for Jane Campion’s “The Power of the Dog” which got standing ovations all over the world, and loads of Wakatipu locals were involved in it. Life in the basin is never boring.

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Kepler latest to fall

by Paul Taylor

“Under the current Covid-19 guidelines, the event would have to be limited to 100 participants,” Norris said.

“We couldn’t hold the briefing or the prizegiving. Our choices were to cancel or to postpone the event. The race brings a couple of thousand of people to Te Anau, which is good for the town and its businesses, so we didn’t want to cancel.”

Race Secretary, Rachel White, said 300 people are on the waiting list.

“I am contacting those people trying to fill those spots back up, but we have not made up for the number withdrawn yet,” she said.

This is the third time in a row members of The Kepler Challenge Mountain Run Trust and organising committee have to face serious dilemmas of whether to go ahead with the event and in what format, due to Covid and also flooding.

The decision follows the postponement or cancellation of many major South Island events, including Queenstown Marathon, Queenstown Pride, Queenstown Research Week, the Burt Munro Challenge, and Southern Field Days near Gore.

Iconic Te Anau event The Kepler Challenge is the latest event to be postponed due to the Covid-19 situation.

Following on from the Queenstown Marathon, which has been pushed back to March, the mountain run has been moved from December to 15 January 2022.

Race Director Steve Norris said about half the field has withdrawn after being notified of the change.

Of the 450 registered for the Challenge, 200 have withdrawn, and of the 200 signed up for the Grunt, 60 have pulled out.

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Composting – All you ever wanted to know What can we compost? Dog composter and a simple composting technique.

There can be such conflicting information out on the interweb of too much knowledge. It’s a bit of a lottery sometimes to find the correct information you’re looking for, with so many opinions, points of view and schools of thought.

So with that in mind here are some questions I often get asked, and my thoughts and opinions. Look out below for dog composter and trench composting instructions.

So what can you actually compost?

Well everything that lived once before can get to live again through the making of compost. Including all organic matter, from all food scraps to cotton to wool clothing to prunings to dog hair to serviettes and cardboard.

I keep hearing people talk about carbon rich ingredients, what are they talking about?

Most compost problems are caused by a lack of carbon rich ingredients in the mix. A simple way to think of carbon ingredients are things that are very dead, often dry and not very smelly. Serviettes, shredded cardboard or newspaper, woodchips, prunings, deadheaded flowers, cabbage tree leaves and straw.

These carbon ingredients should make up at least 50% of your compost heap.

One approach is to have carbon rich ingredients sitting next to the compost bin. Everytime you throw your food scraps in you can grab a similar amount of the carbon rich ingredient, mix them all up with a garden fork, a sprinkle of water and hey presto, we’re making compost.

Name three things I could do to improve my compost heap?

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What about onion skins and lemon/orange peel?

These are antibacterial by nature and are hard to break down. Here we need to chop them up as small as we can be bothered. The smaller the easier and quicker these two ingredients will eventually break down.

Meat and fish bones do they go in?

Hell yeah, in it goes. Bigger bones can take a long time to break down and may need to go into the next heap.

You mention clothing, can I put my husband’s Crocs in?

Alas no, they are back in high indestructible, non-organic fashion. Old cotton T-shirts and holey merino tops can be cut up into smaller pieces and thrown in the compost heap. Just cut out the nylon thread around the collar cuffs and any joins.

I’ve got loads of weeds. These have gotta be good for the compost heap?

Yes they are, and sometimes no, they’re not.

Any weeds in flower or seed are a big no no as we will spread these around the garden at a later date. Otherwise chuck them weeds in.

Add compost worms Put a cover on it. This could be an old bit of builders black plastic or similar.It helps to keep moisture in the heap.

Water the heap edge once a week. Do the moisture test. Give a big squeeze of a handful of compost, you should get moisture between the knuckles and a few drops. That’s 55% moisture levels!!!!

Can I put my cat litter and doggie doos into the compost heap?

This is a big no no!! Cat litter/poos should be flushed down the toilet or into the refuse. There are a few diseases we can catch from spent cat litter.

Dogs aren’t as bad but still best to avoid putting in your compost unless you’re a master hot composter.

Instead you can either bury in amongst non-food shrubs or better still create an inground dog composter. Instructions below.

Trench composting.

It doesn’t get any simpler and easier, no plastic buckets, no special magical powders, just you and a shovel in the garden.

You can do this in the veggie garden, but also anywhere else you can dig a hole or a trench. You can add extra carbon mixed through the food scraps if you want, with serviettes, damp shredded newspaper/cardboard etc.

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If you opt for the trench keep adding and covering till you reach the end of the trench.

Inground dog composter.

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A 20 litre bucket for a small dog and a 50 litre black bin for a medium to big dog.

Cut out the bottom of the bin/bucket.

Drill multiple holes around the side of the bin/bucket randomly.

Find a spot tucked away in the garden in a berm or similar. (It needs to be away from the water table if you have one.)

Dig a hole and place the bin/bucket in hole till it’s almost level. You need to leave enough room to take the lid on and off. Backfill dirt to the sides so it’s snugly set in place. Take the remaining soil and find a new home for it.

You’re ready to go. Put dog poops in daily and sprinkle with Zing Bokashi.

Available from hardware stores and QLDC council offices or online at zingbokashi.co.nz. The Zing Bokashi powder is a biological activator that will deal with smells and help break the poo down.

Eventually the bin will fill up. Pull out the bin/bucket, cover the hole with dirt and start again. That original hole will be a nutrient bomb of goodness for nearby shrubs and trees.

Got a smelly bin/bucket? Chucking in extra Zing Bokashi for a few days should sort this out.

Happy composting.

Dr Compost aka Ben Elms is a permaculture and gardening expert who’s been operating in the unusual Central Otago climate for over 20 years. Funded by QLDC and delivered by Wanaka Wastebusters, the Dr Compost project aims to reduce organic waste going to landfill.

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QLDC Libraries Librarian Profile

Lakes Weekly Bulletin and Queenstown Lakes Libraries are profiling our librarians. This month we are profiling Natasya who is the Library Assistant – Community Engagement and Events at the Frankton Library

Kia ora, readers! My name is Natasya Zambri, originally from Malaysia. I came to New Zealand in 2016 after receiving a scholarship to complete Bachelor of Commerce degree.

I graduated with a double major in Accounting and Commercial Law and moved to Queenstown shortly after.

Fast forward 3 years later, here we are - on the same page!

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Bookstore), I believe in the power of reading books across genres. It helps me to recommend different books to our patrons and my customers. Plus, variety is fun! But if we want to pin down what I most absolutely enjoy reading, they would be Cult Classics and Contemporary Fiction.

Some might question why and how I landed a job as a Library Assistant. Didn’t I want to pursue my career as an accountant or clerking somewhere at a law firm? Visit Frankton Library and request for Natasya to know more! We could also, of course, talk about books (and maybe RuPaul’s Drag Race too). But to answer those who do not usually have the luxury of time to visit our libraries… First of all, we have digital services, which you can access from the comfort of your home (visit www.codc-qldc.govt.nz). Secondly, the library is exactly where I needed to be. I find fulfillment in doing what I love most – helping other people, while being surrounded by books! Imagine that.

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Five books that will forever be my favorite:

On the Road by Jack Kerouac

Tells the timeless story of Sal Paradise, a young writer whose life is shaken and ultimately redefined by the arrival of Dean Moriarty, a free-spirited Westerner.

Educated by Tara Westover

A memoir that describes the struggle of a young girl who escapes from violence and an emotional prison.

The Kite Runner by Khaled Housseini

Tells the extraordinary story of an unlikely friendship between a wealthy Afghan boy, named Amir, and Hassan, the son of his father’s servant

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy

Four unusual friends share truths about life as they search for home.

When Sadness Comes to Call by Eva Eland

A poignant picture book helps children to recognize and understand difficult emotions. It shows that you should try to make friends with Sadness.

9th November 2021 | Issue 14

QT BUSINESS Kiwi finance firm for Kiwi businesses

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by Paul Taylor

Tightening restrictions around how banks lend to businesses has opened the door for a new Queenstown-based investment business.

Paul Carman founded Private Capital Group about two years ago, returning to New Zealand after 25 years working in London for Japanese mega-bank Mizuho.

The private debt management and equity investment firm intends to operate in the space created by the ding-dong between the Reserve Bank of New Zealand and the country’s four major banks, all Australian owned.

RBNZ has increased the ratio of capital banks must keep in reserve, which has made them more selective about which companies they lend money to.

Carman says that’s something he’s seen play out across the world in the past decade, as regulators have increased the capital requirements for banks post-GFC. “In the States, 20 years ago almost all lending was provided by banks,” he says.

“Today, 80% of the lending to what the market refers to as ‘crossover’ or ‘sub-investment grade’, companies perceived as higher risk, is now done

by Funds, not by banks.

“In the UK it is two-thirds, but in New Zealand it’s a big fat zero. Everything has been done by the banks.”

PCG plans to help fill the gap as the banks operating in NZ pull back from certain types of lending.

It will raise funds from wholesale investors, both overseas and domestic, and use them, through a series of managed Funds, to provide loans to handpicked Kiwi SMEs and corporates.

“We are Kiwis for Kiwi businesses’” Carman ran the global sponsor and acquisition platform for Mizuho, with 150 people in teams in London, New York, Hong Kong and Sydney.

He was also responsible for managing about NZ$7 billion of private debt and equity as chief investment officer of the bank’s third-party fund management business Mizuho Investment Management Ltd. But the opportunity to be one of the first firms serving an NZ market, potentially worth $25 billion, was too good to miss.

After serving a 12-month no compete, he established PCG and brought on board chief

Private Capital Group founder and CEO Paul Carman

investment officer John Ferrara, another former Mizuho corporate alumni and more recently ASB, and chief governance officer Luke Ryan, who’d worked in the USA, Australia and Europe, and for Graeme Hart’s Rank Group.

The PCG team has spent the past two years speaking to off-shore and NZ investors, the Overseas Investment Office, the IRD, the banks themselves, trustees, lawyers and accountants, setting up the business and a series of investment structures.

They’ve recently moved into offices in The Mountaineer building and hope to have their first Fund up and running in Q1 of 2022, Covid permitting. Four other experienced finance high-flyers are waiting in the wings to relocate to Queenstown and join the company, once the fund completes.

this is our home, our base, and we want to see it thrive.

Carman says Queenstown allows the PCG to express its difference from what has been a fairly cookie-cutter type market historically in NZ. “Rather than expecting companies to pitch up and meet us in what’s often an unfamiliar environment, we want to be able to jump in the truck and go a see a business, see what it does, how it operates and to more fully understand it.

“Then we can much better match the finance and capital we’re providing to what the business actually needs.”

Queenstown was chosen as a base to provide a little distance and allow PCG to complement rather that compete against the Auckland based banks.

“In reality, we’ll be working NZ-wide and diversified across sectors, helping companies with good cashflows and presence in the various sectors including services, healthcare, tech, some agri and a range of others.

“At the same time, we are keen to find ways to support the local community and economy.

Things like the planned tech hub at Remarkables Park, the proximity to Otago University and the depth of overseas and domestic experience which exists in the wider region provides some genuine opportunities which we’re interested in because

www.privatecapitalgroup.co.nz

QT BUSINESS

9th November 2021 | Issue 14

Good Service is THE difference My garden needed attention with early spring. I had bought a number of trees and to protect them from the ravages of the strong southerlies we get, especially at this time of the year in Queenstown, I needed some stakes to support them. Due to previous experiences, I needed longer ones to properly support young trees in their early years.

So, started the hunt for 50 treated pine stakes 3 metres long.

A couple of hours of frustration on various web sites and follow up phone calls, it was clear that nobody supplied stakes longer than 1.8 metres.

So, I got onto emailing a variety of contactsbuilders who might know subbies or suppliers, landscape gardeners, landscape architects who might have contacts- but all I got was either no reply or no leads. So, what now? I jumped in the car (the trees will sequester the exhaust fumes) and go speak, in person, to local building supply companies. Well, that was interesting - and was heading for a clean sweep of disappointment until I made my last call to Building Supplies Company – Carters in Glenda Drive.

I quickly wished I had visited them out the outset. 10 minutes after putting my mask on and signing in with my QR code I had secured what I needed. I was introduced to a buyer, she listened to me, made a phone call, secured the price, and delivery, offered me a trailer, took a deposit, and had me leaving with a big smile under the mask.

I will use Carters in Glenda Drive next time I need a product or service that they have expertise in.

The reason for this story is because it demonstrates the importance of the type, depth and relevance of the service that customers can gets from a product or service supplier – in my case it was a superior experience for me – I ended up with what I needed – on time, below budget and with no hassles. I will be a repeat customer – and I will spread the word (referral) – hence this story.

Customer service is a complex, and potentially difficult area for businesspeople – but the rewards for getting it right can be significant and potentially also life saving for the business. It’s too easy to shop online and in store staff should be a key point of difference for your business. There are many different customer service skills that need to be addressed and many cannot be trained but they are talents that are identifiable including • Friendly Attitude- there is nothing that beats a smile and friendly attitude to help resolve issues.

• Active Listener – a person needs to feel understood, heard and responded to.

• Able to read customers’ requirements.

• Adaptability- everyone is different, and issues can vary.

• Conflict resolution- this is not easy but essential.

• Creative- be able to be clever and find fun ways to go the extra mile.

• Decision making – get and take action quickly.

• Dependability and Responsibility - staff need to be to be trusted and encouraged to resolve issues.

• Effective Communicator. - be clear, concise, and natural.

• Empathetic – understand how the customer feels and where they are coming from. Put yourself in their shoes.

• Basic Acting skills to enable you to be cheerful when a customer is grumpy.

This list is not finite – think your business should be doing better? One way to approach the issue is to get in an expert – the best local person in this area is Duncan Ashford owner of Lionheart Consulting, (021 0287 6313) who has heaps of experience in international corporates and local businesses I really hope this helps you and your business – nothing like a delightful story to add a positive note to your day.

0275 212 728 robin@martinbusinessconsulting.co.nz www.martinbusinessconsulting.co.nz

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Fear Factory was already at a ‘skeleton’ staff due to natural wastage before the first lockdown, and such was the strength of the domestic market, it has had to take more staff on. It hasn’t let any go due to Covid.

“I was ready to pack it in after the first lockdown, but last July was the busiest we’ve ever had.

“Kiwis have been really good to us, and I’m really hopeful for 2021. We’re still around and are not going anywhere, but we’re in consolidation mode until they release the Aucklanders.”

Ardern, in a press conference on Saturday, confirmed Aucklanders will be able to travel domestically over the summer, at some point.

Close-quarters: Skyline’s Queenstown gondola

Roll on 2022

by Paul Taylor

Queenstown businesses can see the Covid-19 finish line in sight.

But owners, managers and staff have a taxing few months ahead as they adjust to the complexities of vaccine passes, the traffic light system and changing levels of support from Government, all while revenue remains low.

‘My Vaccine Pass’ will be a QR code people carry on their phones, or print out, to be scanned by places in NZ that require proof of vaccination.

McDonald says Skyline and other businesses will also need to work through how it impacts on staff in headquarters and other offices, some of whom regularly visit the customer-facing sites.

But he’s not expecting much blowback from staff.

“We’ve not been able to check people’s status, although I note in this new legislation we will have to ask staff... but for Queenstown, our double vax rate is high, and single is very high, so if you extrapolate that to the site...

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has already confirmed that will include large public gatherings, such as festivals and sports events, hospitality venues including restaurants and bars, and business premises involving close personal contact.

“I’d imagine there’ll be one of two people we need to have a discussion with, to explain the Government’s proposal.

Some other locations are under review, with a full list expected the middle of this month.

Simon Smith, co-owner of haunted house business Fear Factory, is in a similar position.

The need for proof will be attached to a place, not an employer, which means it will cover staff, customers, contractors, suppliers and anyone who visits a site.

Skyline CEO Geoff McDonald says he expects to consult with staff this week about the changes.

“I guess everybody in town is having a bit of a think about where they fall in terms of the categories,” McDonald says.

“For our sites in Queenstown and Rotorua, the gondola access is pretty close quarters and we’ve a number of staff interacting pretty closely with customers, in hospitality, food and beverage, luge instruction etc.

“So we’re thinking at the moment that will include us.”

Those that are not covered automatically will be given a framework against which they use to decide whether they need to require a vaccination pass.

Government is expected to push through legislation by December 1, to help protect businesses against legal challenges by staff and customers.

“They’ll have a week or so to think that through but I think a high proportion are double vaccinated.”

All 11 Fear Factory staff, which includes his coowner brothers and parents, have already been vaccinated, without the need for a mandate.

“Lucky for me they were all very enthusiastic,” Smith says.

Fear Factory would likely fall through the cracks of any overview of premises, as it doesn’t serve food, alcohol or have mass gatherings, but does have close proximity.

Smith reckons the closest equivalent is a hairdresser, with limited contact between staff and customers, although at the moment actors are two metres away.

“But we’ll just jump through whatever hoops we need to, to make it work. We want customers to be comfortable as well.”

That could see ‘My Vaccine Pass’ needed for travel too, once all DHBs have 90%+ vaccination rates and the country moves to the traffic light system.

McDonald believes even that system could be temporary protection, while driving people to get vaccinated.

“I’d be very surprised even to see the traffic lights being used beyond Q1 or Q2 of next year, I really would.

“Once we’re way up above 90% double vaxxed, and international visitors have to be to get in, you’d think the risk would dissipate and we should be getting back to somewhere near normal.

“I hope that is the case because I know a lot of businesses won’t survive another quarter of this.

Everyone in town knows how bad it is.

“With Auckland out of the market is has been pretty dead. We thought August to December was going to be tough, and it has, it’s been very very poor.”

McDonald says Government support cannot continue indefinitely and the economy and the country can’t be “held hostage any longer” by those reluctant to get vaccinated.

“We just need to get on with it, and get opened back up, start travelling and trading.”

Queenstown Chamber of Commerce boss Ruth Stokes, meanwhile, says the range of businesses she’s spoken to welcome the vaccine pass system.

“They appreciate there will be some complexities associated with the implementation, for instance, does that mean they need an extra person to be monitoring it, but they also know that embracing that system is the economically sensible thing to do.

“It means the return of customers and that is now on the horizon. The end really is in sight.”

The Chamber continues to push for the early release of Tourism Kick-Start Fund payments.

Both Smith and McDonald say the past few months since lockdown have been tough, although bolstered by Government support.

“There’s definitely been a huge drop in business since not having Auckland around, it does suck.”

Chamber boss Ruth Stokes

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Airport running on fumes

by Paul Taylor

QT BUSINESS KEY NUMBERS Queenstown Real Estate No of Sales (Sept) 64 No of Sales (6 Months) 375 Days to Sell (Sept) 39 Median Sale price (Sept) $1,000,000

Growth (on PY) +6% Growth (on PY) +63% Growth (on PY) +2% Growth (on PY) +13%

Source: queenstownrealestate.co.nz The above data relate to all Real Estate agency transacted urban Residential Sales for the Queenstown and Arrowtown area. Residential Sales are Houses, Apartments, Units, Townhouses, Villas and Condos.

QAC chair, Adrienne Young-Cooper, at the opening of the tans-Tasman bubble back in April

Queenstown Airport Corporation bosses don’t expect trans-Tasman flights to return until at least April next year.

QAC chair, Adrienne Young-Cooper, in her update to shareholders at the recent AGM, outlined the impact the the loss of international and domestic passengers over the first full Covid financial year.

In FY21, there were 1.33 million passenger movements, down 29% compared to FY20, and 42% down compared to FY19.

Domestic passenger movements at ZQN were actually up 2%, but international passenger movements were down 96%.

That led to a significant drop in revenue – down 40% to $27.8 million from $46.7 million.

And the company’s reported Net Profit After Tax was down 91% to $1.6m from $18m the previous financial year.

Reopening Auckland and the trans-Tasman is “critical to a sustainable recovery”, Young-Cooper said.

“While there is much conjecture, we hope Auckland flights will return in time for Christmas,” she said.

“However, we aren’t expecting trans-Tasman flights to operate to and from Queenstown until at least April 2022.

“We are of course prepared for an earlier restart of Tasman flights and will welcome them as soon as the government decides the risks are acceptable.”

She was speaking 17 weeks after the Tasman bubble popped, and 10 weeks since the last scheduled flight had arrived from Auckland.

Young-Cooper said a big part of the airport’s business “simply does not exist” until the free flow of international travel recommences. And 95% of total revenue is linked to domestic and international passengers.

Therefore, she said, a key element of QAC’s forward focus will be on the diversification of revenue sources not directly related to passenger numbers from scheduled air services, but did not elaborate on what that might be.

Debt increased by $13m to $85m (25% of net assets). That was mainly due to the $18.3 million payment to Porter Group for the acquisition of the ‘Lot 6’ land adjacent to the main runway.

Over the year, the priority had been to stabilise the business, safeguard its ability to operate vital airport infrastructure, and support the whole airport community.

While there had been multiple job losses, and no dividend payments to majority shareholder QLDC and minority Auckland Airport, QAC had not required an equity contribution from shareholders.

NZ Auto Sales New Commercial Vehicle Sales (Oct) 4,775 New Car Vehicle Sales 9,261

Growth (on PY) +33% Growth (on PY) +11%

Source: MIA Motor Industry Association

Airport - Passenger Movement Total (Sept) 31,549 (100%) Domestic 31,549 (100%) International 0 (0%)

Growth (on 2020) -63% Growth (on PY) -63% Growth (on PY) Prior year was 0 Source: Queenstown Airport

Situations Vacant No of Open Roles (Oct) 404 No of Open Roles (YTD) 3,990

Growth (on PY) +18% Growth (on PY) +20% Source: Jobfix.com

COVID-19 vaccinations: Updates as at 11.59pm, 7th October.

More than 90 per cent of Queenstown residents have had at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.

Vaccination as at 2nd November Southern District HB eligible population % Total NZ poulation eligible population % Total eligible population vaccinated or booked Queenstown % Arrowtown % Lakes Hayes Estate % Wanaka % Kingston %

First dose

Second dose

91%

79%

89%

77%

89%

81%

95% 95% 93% 93% 82%

88% 85% 83% 82% 73% Source Ministry of Health

QT BUSINESS

9th November 2021 | Issue 14

Women in Business Series The Queenstown Chamber of Commerce launched its new ‘Women in Business Series’ in partnership with Queenstown Airport last week with the first monthly morning tea.

The new series came about after the success of the annual Chamber’s Women in Business Conference and the desire to support, empower, and connect women through a range of events showcasing prominent local and national business leaders. Chamber of Commerce CEO Ruth Stokes was delighted that they were able to kick off a series of events designed and delivered by women, for women, that can provide an opportunity to learn, laugh, empower and recognise the phenomenal talent among us.

Sara Irvine, GM Corporate and Community Affairs at Queenstown Airport, said “Last Friday’s event was a great start to the series. It was awesome to have more than 50 local women come together.”

The guest speaker was Wānaka-based professional director, Anne Urlwin, who sits on six boards, including Queenstown Airport.

Anne presented her insights and reflections on governing in a pandemic.

Anne joined the board of Queenstown Airport late last year in the midst of the pandemic. At the time she said to the team that she “was probably the ultimate mystery shopper over many years with all my travelling in and out of the airport.”

Anne’s governance experience includes infrastructure, energy, construction, telecommunications, insurance, health, and financial services.

A few themes emerged as she reflected on her experience over the last 18 months.

“Firstly the 3 Rs of risk, response, and resilience. Before we’d heard much about Covid-19 I’m not sure many businesses had a pandemic on their risk register.”

And while Anne believes the 3 Rs are still relevant, she thinks there are 3 Fs that are becoming particularly so. Fear, fatigue, and frustration.

Ultimately, Anne said the experiencing of governing in a pandemic came down to the importance of people because business is all about people.

A key reflection for Anne was the common challenges across all the organisations she is involved with, no matter the industry, and that was the impacts on people and grappling with working from home, stress, burnout, tiredness, and restructures.

“Some people have been in crisis mode for 18 months now. Everyone in this room is capable of stepping up in a crisis but stepping up and dealing with one for that long is something different.”

Anne noted the importance of wellbeing and checking in with people, giving them the chance to talk about how they were feeling - which isn’t easy over a computer screen. She highlighted the importance of asking people what they needed, recognising we’re all different and respond in different ways through these difficult times.

Anne Urlwin

Anne’s closing sentiment was one of positivity, that while there are still many challenges to be faced, she is “confident that the wonderful and supportive community in this region – including those in this room – will grab opportunities that the “new normal” will bring.”

The next Woman in Business Series event is a lunch on Friday 19 November with Dame Therese Walsh, Chair of Air New Zealand and ASB, and a board member of Antarctica New Zealand. She will speak about her career journey reflecting on some of the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learnt along the way.

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The small print New Pony Up Pre-Loved Designer Boutique Long term local ladies Claire Brinsley and Heidi McLeod are bringing a hot-rightnow fashion concept to Arrowtown, to fill a gap in the market. Claire and Heidi are focusing on a different fashion ethos – the buying and selling of pre-owned clothing.

The concept is a simple one–circulating fashion back into the world, so it’s not wasted.

Pony Up is selling beautiful, coveted, clothing and accessories, all pre-owned and pre-loved, and sometimes never worn.

Launching on Monday 8th December at Dudley’s Cottage, 4 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown, between Better By Bike and The Dishery

Aucklander return for Christmas and Aussies early next year Aucklanders should be in Queenstown before Christmas, Australians here early next year, with the rest of the world following on their heels.

The Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed over the weekend that Aucklanders will be able to travel outside the region over summer and Christmas and Chamber of Commerce CEO Ruth Stokes says that’s how Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson described the Government’s expectations for opening New Zealand’s economy to a Covid world during a webinar last Tuesday. Robertson told participants the Government was “committed to the international border reopening in the first quarter of next year”, while Aucklanders are likely to be out of lockdown before Christmas.

Miller Road

Senior Jobs Available

Miller Road Fragrance Studio’s second store has launched in Beach Street, Miller Road is a boutique candle & home fragrance brand, designed and hand poured in New Zealand. They also run perfumery workshops where attendees can make their very own personalised fragrance. Open now at 45 Beach Street.

Smartlife Queenstown Branch Owner/General Manager

www.millerroad.co.nz

IT Fox IT Fox Solutions opens it Queenstown store for tech and gadget problems. The Queenstown store is the first in the South Island and 7th in the country. Their services include but are not limited Desktop, Laptop and Mobile repairs. You can find them at 43 Shotover Street, opp. Fergburger www.itfoxsolutions.co.nz

Pushed back

Smartlife designs, builds, installs, and uniquely programs Automation systems for homes and businesses. We have developed our own Smartlife App and controller, and we’re on the cutting edge of what’s possible in the world of automation technology.

We are seeking a Branch Owner/General Manager to join our new Queenstown branch.

We are currently raising capital to fund the next phase of the growth and are interested in talking to people who are keen to run the Queenstown region.

There is an opportunity to acquire shares and to earn shares as part of the package.

Interested? email:employment@smartlife.nz or call Rob on 021 500 678 or Nikhil 021 701 435.

Brecon Street Precinct

Renewal

The first stores in the new Brecon Street precinct which were set to open in November have seen their launches pushed back into early 2022. El Camino Mexican and The Bavarian had commenced their launch advertising with other tenancies including chocolate cafe Max Brenner, dessert cafe Gelato and 10-pin bowling business Kingpin close behind but the launch date was pushed back at the end of last week.

QLDC maintains low risk status

Brecon Street Precinct sits between iFLY and Skyline.

Social Impact Ziptrek Ecotours Donates Over $7500 to Local Mental Wellbeing Charity Ziptrek Ecotours is proud to be donating $7725 to the Southern Wellbeing Trust, a culmination of the Queenstown ziplining company’s October #WellbeingForWhakatipu initiative.

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) has maintained its ‘low risk’ status following a successful International Accreditation New Zealand (IANZ) assessment.

Every two years, councils across New Zealand undertake the assessment, with an assessor and technical experts marking each council against building accreditation regulations.

The assessment and accreditation was necessary for QLDC to issue building consents, code of compliance certificates, and to continue with building services functions.

QLDC Building Services Manager, Chris English said the outcome of the assessment was a great achievement for Council.

“With only four general non-compliance issues to resolve this year, compared with 14 in 2019, we’re one of only a few Building Consent Authorities to be sitting at such an effective level.”

IANZ accreditation will be confirmed once the four outstanding general noncompliance issues are resolved.

In what continues to be extremely challenging times for tourism operators, Ziptrek Ecotours, well-renowned for its award-winning sustainability efforts, chose to turn its focus to boosting mental health and wellbeing locally, within the Whakatipu community.

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Wine Sales & Customer Service The Winery has been described as one of the world’s best wine stores, was rated in the world’s Top 10 wine experiences by TripAdvisor and included in Gourmet Traveller WINE magazine’s top 50 wine destinations.

With an ever changing and expanding range of over 1,300 wines and spirits we are specialists focused on showcasing the very best of New Zealand alongside the world’s leading beverage brands.

We have Full and Part Time positions if you have a passion for the best of wine, service, retail and hospitality as our clients experience and taste amazing wines, gin, whisky, spirits and sake - giving them the unique opportunity to try before they buy.

Future Student Adviser

As New Zealand moves to re-open you will host a diverse range of wine loving local’s, Kiwi’s and international visitors at our Queenstown and Arrowtown locations.

Queenstown Resort College (QRC) is New Zealand's leading Tourism and Hospitality Tertiary Education provider offering diplomas in Hospitality Management and Adventure Tourism Management.

These are ideal roles if you are looking to take the next step to develop your wine & spirits knowledge and experience. You will have previous experience in retail sales and/or hospitality with excellent selling and customer service skills.

• Promote tertiary study at QRC to a varied range of future students across the country • Work autonomously with a natural drive to achieve targets • Queenstown based full-time position.

You will bring additional value to our team if you have WSET & LCQ Qualifications and hold your Duty Managers Certificate.

To apply in confidence email: manager@thewinery.co.nz

We are seeking a highly motivated, positive, and engaging individual with a genuine interest for the Hospitality and Tourism industry to join our Future Students Team.

• Establish strong working relationships, building credibility & trust with a range of stakeholders (high school students, career advisers, teachers, parents) to positively influence tertiary study decisions.

• Implement the Sales & Marketing strategy to support the student journey from enquiry through to enrolment • Robust administrative capabilities are required to ensure effective management of the recruitment process.

• Engage, excite and provide course advice and information by delivering presentations to high school students, Information evenings, career expos and school holiday programmes • Assume responsibility for assigned regions and the effective pipeline management to ensure future enrolments.

Cook / Chef

The role is based at our Queenstown campus but involves extensive travel from March-October. The successful candidate will: • Be a tertiary (level 5 or above) graduate • or someone with strong customer service or sales experience • Be experience in a tertiary education sector (advantageous but not essential) • Understand CRM database systems • Have a Full NZ Drivers Licence If you enjoy working with a diverse range of people, like the idea of developing new enrolment opportunities and enjoy a role where each day is different, you could be our next Future Student Adviser.

If you would like further information or to apply for this exciting position, please send through a CV and cover letter to; kim.coombs@qrc.ac.nz.

Full time & Part time Our busy wee kitchen is right in the heart of Kaka Point, in the Catlins, and we are looking for an experience cook or chef.

We have a very busy kitchen that operates in Takeaways, Bar food & Restaurant. In the peak of summer cooking up to 200 meals a day.

We are looking for: • • • •

Well organised & creative with excellent food preparation skills Flexible & reliable Personable with a positive attitude Loves the thrill of a busy fast past kitchen

For more enquires please email Lisa, lisa@thepointcafe.co.nz

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Community Care Trust’s Vision is a world that truly values and celebrates diversity. To realise this vision, we work in partnership with people to enable them to have great lives.

WORK IN PARADISE Great careers start right here!

We are seeking a Support Worker based in Queenstown to join our Central and Lakes Team. The position is for a minimum of 20 hours per week although these hours may increase over time. This is likely to include travel to other communities where we offer support.

We seek exceptional people to deliver an authentic five star experience to our guests. You will be part of a high energy, supportive and rewarding work environment.

If you have a variety of interests and attributes including the following please apply.

• • • • • • • •

Excellent listening skills High levels of motivation A can-do attitude A team player A wide range of skills and interests that you are willing to share Gaming Outdoor activities and sports Great advocacy skills

You must have: • Current First Aid Certificate (or be willing to complete one at your own cost) • Full current NZ Driver License and be eligible to work in New Zealand Our organisation has a strong commitment to safeguarding children and any employees will be vetted to a level appropriate to the role for which they have applied.

We are committed to equal opportunities and value diversity in our workforce.

We welcome your application via our website https://www.cct.org.nz/get-involved/work-for-us/ or hr@cct.org.nz Contact Julie Carruthers, Central Lakes Service Manager on 027 352 9812 for any clarification regarding the role.

Applications close on Friday, 4th November 2021.

At heart, we are a vibrant community where employees are fully supported and everyone works closely together to achieve the best for guests and each other.

Millbrook Resort is a completely unique place to work and as an employee you play a key role in contributing to the ongoing success of this beautiful resort.

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HOTEL MANAGER RESERVATIONS SALES AGENT SOUS CHEF - MILLHOUSE GREENKEEPERS MEMBERSHIPS COORDINATOR BEAUTY & MASSAGE THERAPIST APPRENTICE MECHANIC GOLF OPERATIONS ASSISTANT EXPERIENCED WAITSTAFF KITCHEN HAND PORTER

Scan the QR code to find out why our team love coming to work each day.

Your benefits: Our people are our greatest assets, and we love rewarding hard-working team members. At Millbrook we encourage learning and professional development. When you join the Millbrook family you will also enjoy: Discounted golf, restaurants and spa treatments; Friends & family hotel rates; Discounted gym membership; Onsite car parking; Complimentary staff meals; Daily travel allowance for team members who live more than 25k from the resort; and regular wellbeing workshops.

Begin your Millbrook journey today and apply! www.mymillbrook.co.nz You must have a valid NZ Work Visa to apply.

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We are looking to fill the following positions at the Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview now.

Night Porter – Receptionist – Room Attendants We are offering flexible hours and working conditions.

Join our team and Shape your future with us.

Check out our careers at: www.millenniumcareers.co.nz or email: qtnhr@millenniumhotels.com

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Ever wanted to be a part of opening a new hotel /restaurant?

Be paid at least $22.75? We have various roles s�ll available!

• Kitchen Steward • Maintenance Assistant • Chef de Par�e To apply, email your CV through to HR.HIRP@ihg.com

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CALLING HOSPITALITY PEOPLE yes this is our photo

Good humans, join our family family. Yonder would love some more rad people to add value in the following roles: . CHEF DE PARTIE . COMMIS CHEF . RESTAURANT MANAGER

. BARTENDERS . BARISTA

Creative? Solution oriented and love making people smile?

Email jobs@yonderqt.co.nz or pop in and see the team. @yonderqt

Jack's Point Golf Course is an 18-hole par 72 championship course, nestled between �e Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu. It has been designed in harmony with the natural environment and the excellent presentation of our course by our team, provides our players with an unrivalled experience.

We now have the following opportunities for people passionate about golf to join our team:

We are looking for

Golf Operations Assistant

Located in the heart of Arrowtown, The Fork and Tap Alehouse and Restaurant is a charming and vibrant gastro pub. We have just completed a huge renovation - come and work in our brand new beautiful space!

Restaurant Supervisor

KITCHEN HAND

Casual Kitchen Hand

Groundsman

Must be efficient with a positive personality.

Some heavy lifting required.

To find out more, please visit our Careers page www.jackspoint.com/employment

We are looking to fill various positions, from clever fast paced learners to experience chefs. Must be passionate, practically minded and work well within a fast paced, team environment.

�is is a customer service role that involves helping our players with all golf activities so that they enjoy their experience with us.

Experience in retail sales would be an advantage.

Perhaps you have prior experience as a Greenkeeper, or maybe a background in landscaping or farming.

As long as you have a strong interest in a career with us and are motivated to learn, then we would love to hear from you.

CHEF

Accommodation options available in Arrowtown.

To apply send you CV and covering letter to hello@theforkandtap.co.nz

Front of House

Flame is a casual dining restaurant, we pride ourselves with a very high standard of food and service.

Must have a valid work visa or be a NZ resident.

Email us on lou@flamebargrill.co.nz

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Goldie is a breakfast bar, located in a sunny spot of Arrowtown.

HOUSEKEEPER / CLEANER and RECEPTION / CLEANER

Sales Person

A busy Backpackers looking for a Full Time Cleaner/Housekeeper and Reception/ Cleaner.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard working person to join our sales team at our Info & Track and LOTR stores on Shotover Street.

Generally 4-5 days per week but in discussion with the applicant there is flexibility.

Discounted staff accommodation rates available if required.

Applicant to have a great eye for detail, show initiative and be a team player.

Please send CV and Cover Letter hr@blacksheepbackpackers.co.nz

We are on the hunt for hospitality superstars to join our team!

You'll be working alongside a fun, small team while enjoying early afternoon finishes.

Roles Available:

FOH, BARISTA & HEAD CHEF

The successful candidate will: • • • •

Possess great and proven sales skills Be able to communicate well in English Be computer literate Previous experience selling ski is an advantage • Have a keen eye for cleanliness and presentation • Have the right to work in NZ

Email your cv to Devan on hello@goldiecafe.co.nz

Please email your CV with a covering letter to exec@nomadsafaris.co.nz to apply.

CAFÉ MANAGER position available.

To apply for this job you must...

• have at least 3 years of managerial experience • have at least 1 year experience in hospitality • be permanently living in the area and committed to us for 2 years & beyond...

• barista experience preferred • be a natural with customers

CAR GROOMER Full time • Must be reliable, hard-working and trustworthy.

Duties include weekly rosters, cashing up, KPIs, monitoring staff levels, hiring staff, invoicing and ordering.

• Have a can-do attitude and a good eye for detail.

30-35 hours per week.

• Have a valid driver licence and be legally entitled to work in NZ. • Be available weekends and public holidays.

Please email your CV to Douglas douglas.twycross@hertz.com

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency.

Coca-Cola are recruiting for a new

Please apply via Email with C.V to cafesocietyjobs@xtra.co.nz or pop in and speak to Dan.

Equipment Technician to service the Queenstown area, servicing electrical equipment such as refrigeration, coffee and fountain machines, postmix, and vending systems.

• Must have EAS, EST, or Electrician qualifications.

• Salary + car + phone + on call bonus + benefits.

Servers and Bartenders Our two teams are dynamic, friendly and talented, coming together to showcase the best the region and New Zealand have to o�fer.

Please send your CV to Ashleigh.altmann@ccamatil.com

�ere’s a barrel load of benefits when it comes to working with us including a generous wine allowance, discounts on our products, health insurance, designer uniforms, free sta�f meals, extensive training and the opportunity to advance your career.

To find out more, please visit our Careers page www.amisfield.co.nz

Queenstown Stopping Services are looking for an experienced Gib Stopper to fill a team leader role. The right candidate for the role should meet the following criteria: • • • • •

Casual Cleaners wanted for local and air bnb cleaning.

Must have work visa and experience with own transport info@mountaindaisycleaning.com

Be punctual and reliable Have a valid work visa Have sufficient stopping experience Work well in a team environment Have good communication

To the right candidate we can offer a positive workplace environment with a sociable team and a competitive hourly rate. Tools and a work vehicle would be provided.

Please email your CV to queenstownstoppingservices@gmail.com

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SENIOR PARTS ADVISOR Duties will include, however not limited to: • Supplying and quoting of parts and accessories • Sorting of inbound and outbound freight • Liaising with customers • Regular stock-take

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Queenstown Motor Group have an incredible opportunity for a motivated and experienced Parts Advisor to join a busy Audi, Volkswagen and Subaru dealership.

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SENIOR CHEF

HIRING SALES CONSULTANTS NOW!

Bluekanu is looking for an experienced Senior Chef.

We pride ourselves on finding talented people to work with our kitchen team.

STARTING RATE $25 Per Hour + Weekly Bonus

If you are inspired and have a passion for Asian Pacifica food, contact us, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CVs to megan@hhgroup.nz

(these will be received in the strictest of confidence)

www.qtcallcentre.com Contact us on: 034411050 Gardener Queenstown Lakes District Council is seeking a permanent, full-time gardener. A minimum of 40 hours per week is available.

The Gardener is responsible for the maintenance of Queenstown’s parks and gardens – including the world famous Queenstown Gardens. The role requires sound horticulture skills. to maintain these facilities and others.

You’ll be working as part of an established gardening team which takes enormous pride in their work to maintain Council managed reserves across Queenstown, Frankton and Arrowtown.

Key areas of responsibility: • •

Dental Assistant / Receptionist required – Casual Dental Assistant required at Remarkables Dental in Frankton, Queenstown to work every Monday 9.00am-5.30pm, reception maybe will be required so excellent standard of written and spoken English required.

As our Dental Assistant you will be required to provide support to our hygienists and takes full responsibility for instrument sterilisation and infection control.

Reception duties as required include answering patient queries both over the phone and in person, booking and confirming appointments, payment processing and other general admin duties. Knowledge of exact software is an advantage.

We are looking for suitable candidates with: • Recent DA experience is an advantage • Excellent customer service skills, reception/admin experience desirable • Strong computer skills • Strong teamwork ethic and adaptable to different situations • Multi-tasker and ability to work well under pressure If you think you have the skills we are looking for and can commit to at least 12 months in the job, then please apply today!

Must have valid work visa/NZ citizenship to apply info@remarkablesdental.co.nz

• • •

Ensure garden areas are maintained to a high standard.

Maintain shrub, annual/perennial rose bed and native areas, weed control, leaf removal, mulching and spraying of weeds.

Some hard landscaping.

Monitor and maintain irrigation systems.

Promote a friendly, customer-oriented image of QLDC through interaction with the public.

About you • • • • •

High School Certificate (level 2 or above) NCEA. 2 years’ experience in amenity horticulture or general garden maintenance.

Current full & clean New Zealand Drivers Licence, with the ability to drive manual.

Sound knowledge of weed, plant, pests and their control.

A good level of health and physical fitness; role requires heavy lifting.

Benefits • • • • • • • •

Competitive market remuneration.

Regular working hours.

Subsidised health insurance.

Mobile phone provided.

Full uniform.

Discounted health and fitness club rates at our great facilities.

Extensive training opportunities.

Making a positive difference to our community.

How to apply For more information on this role, or to apply, please visit www.qldc.qjumpersjobs.co/ Private Bag 50072 | 10 Gorge Road Queenstown Phone 03 441 0499 | www.qldc.govt.nz

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The Imperium Collection includes Eichardt’s Private Hotel with Eichardt’s Bar & Restaurant, The Grille By Eichardt’s restaurant, The Spire Hotel with No. 5 Church Lane Bar & Restaurant and The Pacific Jemm Superyacht. We are currently recruiting for the following positions: • • • • •

Waiters Bar Tender Housekeeper Chef de Partie Housekeepers

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Kitchen Porters

Successful applicants for the above positions will be experienced, reliable, presentable, flexible with working morning and evening shifts and have a current work visa.

And to the in return, Imperium Collection of Boutique Hotels we provide: • Competitive remuneration package • Full time hours available • A professional, fun and rewarding working environment • Continued on the job learning with the Imperium Group • Weekly Staff Meal to takeaway

Please email cover letter & CV to: recruitment@imperiumcollection.com

Programmes Coordinator - Wellbeing (fixed term) Queenstown Lakes District Council is looking for someone to assist with the planning and delivery of local events and activities over the summer period, to support the mental wellbeing of communities across the Queenstown Lakes District, Te Anau and Cromwell.

This is a fixed term, full time position from November 2021-April 2022.

Key duties include: • • • • • •

Provide community activities and programmes at QLDC/Community events Work in partnership with key stakeholders to enhance existing community events Develop new programmes for target markets Ensure that there are adequate, qualified staff onsite as required for the running of programmes and community activities Be the face and primary contact of the Summerdaze programme Ensure dealings with the public are carried out in such a way as to promote a friendly, customer-oriented image for QLDC.

About You • High School NCEA or Bursary (minimum level of education required) • An educational background in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Health Education or a related field would be an asset.

• 3+ years of experience working with programme development is desirable, including children’s programmes and community activities.

• A full drivers licence and the ability to confidently tow a trailer is essential • A current NZQA affiliated First Aid Certificate. Unit standards 26551 & 26552 (preferable but can be obtained).

The Benefits • Competitive market remuneration • Career progression and training opportunities • Flexible working practices • Regular working hours • Access to QLDC’s great health and fitness facilities

NOW HIRING We are looking for passionate and energetic people to join us to help deliver a great all round experience for our customers.

Breakfast Chef @ Ivy & Lola's If you excel in a high pressure, fast paced environment and are able to produce consistently well flavoured, delicious food then please apply to kitchen@ivyandlolas.com Duty Manager If you have excellent customer service & strong supervisory skills along with sound wine and beer knowledge then for Ivy & Lola's please apply to sara@ivyandlolas.com or for Bendix Stables please apply to hello@bendixstables.com Front of House @ Bendix Stables If you are a great all rounder with previous bar, barista and floor experience, a cheerful disposition and excellent customer service skills then please apply to hello@bendixstables.com

About the role QLDC has established the Programme Coordinator-Wellbeing role in partnership with Te Hau Toka Southern Lakes Wellbeing (Te Hau Toka), as an initiative to support the mental wellbeing of Queenstown Lakes District, Cromwell and Te Anau. Te Hau Toka was established in 2020 in response to community-wide mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and administers a Government investment to support mental wellbeing in the Southern Lakes.

Te Hau Toka members include the Queenstown Lakes District Council, Southern District Health Board, WellSouth Primary Health Network, Central Lakes Family Services, Tāhuna-Whakatipu Māori Community, the Southern Mental Health and Addiction Network Leadership Group, and the Fiordland Wellbeing Collective. The group partners with agencies and networks to help coordinate an overall picture of ongoing needs which includes sharing wellbeing concerns, monitoring mental health service capacity, and working together on ways to tackle the wellbeing effects in communities.

How to apply For more information on this role, or to apply, please visit the QLDC careers page at: www.qldc.qjumpersjobs.co/ Applications close: Monday 15 November 2021.

Private Bag 50072 | 10 Gorge Road Queenstown Phone 03 441 0499 | www.qldc.govt.nz

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McDonald’s Restaurants Queenstown are looking to fill permanent, fulltime positions for our restaurant in Frankton and our new restaurant in Camp St in town.

Barista (experience required) Kitchen Staff Service / Hospitality Star Maintenance / Cleaners Visa sponsorship offered in the absence of New Zealand applicants.

To apply, please send your CV in to: hr.mcds.qtown@gmail.com

Fulfill your dreams of working in a world-famous sweet shop. We are seeking a trainee fudge chef to join our wonderful team.

• Fudge Chef: Trainee – Arrowtown •

Fantastic opportunity to learn the art of making our world-famous fudge and confectionery. Fit, dynamic and mathematically capable, with a passion for all things sweet. Permanent long-term role. Monday to Friday 7am to 3.30pm with some additional weekend shifts as required.

We invite suitably experienced candidates to apply for these roles.

If you want to work for a fantastic local company that truly values it’s employee’s email your CV to: hr@rss.co.nz Only successful applicants will be contacted

RECEPTIONIST (Full-time) We’re looking for a full time Receptionist; someone with ability and experience in reception and administrative related work. NZ residency is a must.

The position can be a stepping stone to a Property Management Career.

The successful applicant will be self-motivated and well organised, possessing a skillset that includes excellent attention to detail and time management.

Essential is a great attitude while under pressure. This role is ideal for someone experienced within an office environment and/or with a customer services background. A basic marketing/graphic design knowledge would be a bonus.

Are you practical, interested in Queenstown property, career development, good with people and keen on joining a close-knit team? If yes, we’d be very interested in hearing from you.

Please apply via email to: Annabel Day (Operations) rentals@tacc.nz Applications close Friday 12 November 2021

FULL TIME WAIT STAFF AND CHEFS AT ANY LEVEL Self motivated, able to work under pressure.

Experience preferred not essential.

Must have a valid work visa.

Free staff car park and staff meal provided.

Email your CV along with your visa status to:

hello@shelterbar.co.nz

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Hiring Now Front of House Grill Chefs Kitchen Hands Bakery Assistant

Ferg's Bar Manager Cocktail Bartender Chef de Partie Pastry Chef

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JOIN THE FAMILY • Experienced Servers

• Bartenders

• Ice Bar Hosts

Apply today at www.fergcareers.com Full Time Hours Flexible Rosters Staff parties Welfare Committee Training & Development Birthday Burger Rewards & Gifts

With FOUR established venues, Future Bars provides great opportunities in the hospitality industry.

We’re all about our people and culture; benefits include: awesome staff discounts, subsidized gym membership, growth, promotion and development opportunities.

To apply, please head to www.futurebars.co.nz & click on ‘Careers’. All applications taken in strictest of confidence. We look forward to chatting soon!

Scaffolders, Truck Drivers, Labourers & Apprentices Fallproof Ltd is a Scaffold and Safety Netting company based in Queenstown. We are on the search for new team members as we continue to expand.

Long Term Applicant Wanted To join our team of hospo professionals.

Start in our Grocery Department then work in our busy Café / Deli.

Prep Chef Required We are looking for a Prep Chef/Cook to join our team. Must have kitchen experience and current work visa.

Email Blair at devilburgerqtn@gmail.com or drop CV into Devil Burger on Church Street.

In an all-round position that will help you find your niche with us.

If you are looking for 40 hours, consistency in a vibrant day time environment, send Angela your CV and a brief message of what you are looking for, or any questions you may have. shopqueenstown@raewardfresh-si.co.nz

Generous rates and benefits negotiated for the right person. If you have scaffolding, labouring, driving and/or construction experience, we would like to hear from you.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Must have Class 1 NZ Driver's Licence. Class 2 licence is a plus.

Email your CV and cover letter to admin@fallproof.co.nz or submit your application through our website at www.fallproof.co.nz

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Where to next for your career?

Aircraft Service Agent Queenstown Airport SEASONAL POSITIONS FROM MID NOVEMBER 2021 TO EARLY APRIL 2022 Come and work with us on the

Milford and Routeburn Tracks We are looking for great people to live and work with us in our remote lodges, guiding on the track, and in guest services in Queenstown.

You’ll need to enjoy living and working in a remote location on track (no road access) with a small team, be great with people, and have a cando attitude to help out wherever needed. You will be working hard, but there will also be plenty of opportunity to enjoy the unique environment around you, and you’ll be able to save over the season with just the basic charge for food and lodging on track.

We are committed to Kaitiakitanga/guardianship of the environment we live and work in; Manaakitanga/hospitality – providing our visitors with a unique way of experiencing that environment; and we achieve this as Kotahitanga/people together.

Applications are now open for the following positions:

Lodge Attendants (Housekeeping + Food & Beverage) Lodge Chefs and Cooks Visit our website for more information and to apply online.

www.ultimatehikes.co.nz Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand until April 2022.

We will shortlist applicants for interview as applications are received.

So...

Apply Now!

Nomads Queenstown is our flagship youth hotel located in the heart of Queenstown. Our facilities are second to none and our staff are world class.

We are currently looking for outgoing, energetic and friendly individuals for the below roles:

Maintenance Person - Full time, $24 p/h

You will be responsible for the effective organization of day to day maintenance operations within the property.

This is a very hands on role, and requires a diverse range of basic trade skills.

Night Audit - Part time

Kia ora!

Air New Zealand at Queenstown Airport have Permanent Aircraft Service Agent opportunities available. These roles are permanent part time roles, with the opportunity to increase to full time hours for a period of time (from the start date until 3 July 2022).

The Role: Playing a key part in the operation at Queenstown Airport, the role is physically demanding so being fit and keen to work in this environment is crucial.

Our Aircraft Service Agents work hard to ensure our customers bags are handled safely and securely and arrive on time to the customer’s destination. They also support aircraft handling operations, which may involve cleaning the aircraft cabin and guiding customers to the aircraft for their safety. From there, we have excellent career progression and development opportunities to ascend our pay scale.

What you will bring to the role: • You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.

• You will be highly organised, with excellent time management skills and the ability to handle working in a pressurised environment.

• A full NZ driver’s licence is required - or restricted licence.

• This role includes rostered shift work which rotates and changes, depending on the business needs and flight schedule. This includes working weekends, nights and on public holidays.

Being an Air New Zealander opens numerous benefits: • Penal rates (time and half for working weekends), double time rates for working public holidays.

• A set roster pattern so you can plan up to a year ahead to know your days off - great for lifestyle, family, sports etc.

• Shift work means less traffic woes, more flexibility for other activities on your time off.

• Free carparking, uniform and protective safety equipment provided.

• Great team, feel like you are part of the family, mix of cultures, plenty of social events to be part of - hiking group, exercise group.

• Work inside and outdoors, excellent progression opportunities, varied roles, full training provided.

• Work amongst the buzz of a busy international airport - no two days are the same at the airport.

At Air New Zealand, we are proud supporters of diversity and inclusion and believe that the people are our greatest asset. While everything else we do in our operation can be replicated by our competitors, it’s is our people that truly set us apart. We nurture an environment that is holistically inclusive, diverse and collaborative. We are firm believers in celebrating differences and encouraging a workplace and culture where you can be yourself and thrive.

- te pae tawhiti kia tata. Ko te pae tata whakamaua, kia tina. “Seek Whaia to bring distant horizons closer. Once near, seize them and make them your reality.”

Join Air New Zealand and help to continue to drive our success in the Pacific Islands. Candidates must apply online via the Air NZ Careers website using JR11791.

Ability to work to a 5 star standard with efficiency and attention to detail.

Previous experience in hotel or hostel preferable.

Housekeeper - Full time

careers.airnewzealand.co.nz

Previous experience in hotel or hostel cleaning and an eye for detail is a must.

The position is across a 7 day roster and involves weekend work.

Looking for long term candidates.

Advertise your job vacancy

To apply please email your CV to nqt.gm@nomadsworld.com

Upload online at jobfix.co.nz

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REQUIRED NOW!!!!!!

Skilled and Unskilled Labourers

Is looking for full-time

Chef

Looking for casual, temporary or long term work??

1 year experience

Queenstown Personnel and Labour Hire are looking for labourers for a variety of jobs around Queenstown with an immediate start.

Please drop your CV into The Cow.

Amazing job opportunities alert!

We have the following roles up for grabs: • Breakfast Chef

(Flexibility to be part-time or full-time)

• Chef de Partie • Pizza Chef • Grill Chef

Contact Sharleen - 027 778 7377 or email sharleen@qtplabour.co.nz

• Restaurant Manager • Restaurant Supervisor • Front Desk/Front of House • Wait Staff • Housekeeper

N NZ STOW QUEEN

BARTENDERS & IN-HOUSE SECURITY WANTED We are looking for Bartenders and Security staff to work in our busy bar in Queenstown.

You must have at least 2 years experience, have current working Visa and speak excellent English.

The positions are on a roster that will vary from week to week. You must be able to work weekends and evenings.

For the In-House Security position you must have current COA. ONLY PEOPLE WITH AT LEAST TWO YEARS EXPERIENCE NEED APPLY. Please send your CV to queenstowncowboys@gmail.com

Bar / Restaurant Manager • Full time and permanent. We are looking for a hospitality powerhouse to join the legendary Lone Star Cafe and Bar.

• Bike Centre Assistant To apply, email hr@gibbstonvalley.com We look forward to hearing from you!

• This role will include management of the restaurant and two bars, running functions and events as well as plenty of opportunity to grow and learn more about administration, marketing and HR. This is an amazing opportunity to step up your hospitality career.

• LCQ and experience is highly beneficial but most importantly we are looking for the right personality.

Duty Manager Full-time, part-time or casual role in our bar and restaurant. Full training provided, a great entry into hospitality management

Email Dave at queenstown@lonestarhq.co.nz or call 027 422 3565.

cardrona hotel spring staff vacancies We are currently recruiting for the following full time, rostered roles. All positions are available for immediate start, with on-site accommodation up for grabs.

Driver We are seeking a Food Delivery Driver to join our busy team. The Delivery Driver is responsible for the transport of Patagonia Chocolates food items from the company production areas to Patagonia Chocolates Cafes in safe, timely and accurate manner.

Full driver licence is essential.

Barista Passion for coffee? We are looking for experienced Baristas to join our Queenstown team. At least one years’ experience making Barista coffee is essential. Immediate start.

SP R ING VA C A NC IE S : • Barista • Chef de partie • FOH - Wait / Bar staff • Dishwasher / Kitchen porter • Housekeeper

Experience is preferred for most of these positions, and sponsorship will be available for the right candidate. We would love to hear from you to discuss your preferred role further. To register your interest, please send your CV and cover letter to Elaine at info@cardronahotel.co.nz or call 03 4438153.

Kitchen Hand If you know your way around a kitchen, we would love to hear from you. Two positions available. One based In Queenstown and the other in Frankton. Immediate start.

Full and Part -time positions available.

We are looking for hard-working team players ready to work in a fast paced environment and require you to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Please send your cover letter and CV to admin@patagoniachocolates.co.nz

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HEAD CHEF

We are looking for people with skills and experience in the following roles to join our team:

Excavator Operators Drainlayers Skilled Labourers We offer excellent hourly rates and complete comprehensive health and safety training to ensure your safety on site

We’re looking for an experienced & inspiring head chef to lead our cafe kitchen.

Are you looking for work?

We have

Exciting opportunity to work with an experienced & professional small team and to develop our contemporary seasonal menu offering.

CHEF BAKER

Must love baking and be a genuine team player.

FRONT OF HOUSE

Day shifts only.

positions available.

Negotiable salary or hourly rate & incentive bonus.

We are looking for experienced hospitality professionals who are enthusiastic, have great communication skills and love all things hospo.

Flexibility in roster.

Position starts late November

Please email your cv to: office@donerite.co.nz for more information

Send CV to Jane at: hal.jane@xtra.co.nz

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTITIVE Full time position • Must have previous sales experience.

Security Officer As a Security Officer, you are the face of our Casino being the first and often the last person our guests see, so being friendly and professional at all times is a must. You will need to be able to follow direction and protocol while having the initiative to think on your feet in difficult situations.

• Be a customer service superstar.

• Have a current driver license.

• Available to work Public Holidays and weekends.

• Have a current Working Visa.

Please email your CV and cover letter to Douglas douglas.twycross@hertz.com

Flexibility to work night shifts and weekends and have a professional appearance is essential. You need a COA licence or the ability to meet the criteria to obtain a COA.

Contact cafe@vudu.co.nz

CLEANING SUPERSTARS WANTED!!

Partners in Grime is not only a cleaning company. We are a small and reliable team and we love what we do.

We look after amazing properties in Queenstown, that need a special eye for detail!

We are proud of the high-quality service we offer and our best asset is our people!

We offer not only a fun place to work but great remuneration, career opportunities, and quality time outside work. The starting rate is $22.50 per hour.

We have part-time and full-time positions available.

Please send us your CV to info@partnersingrime.co.nz Sponsorship might be available for the right candidates

Due to government legislation you must be 20 years of age or over and legally able to work in New Zealand.

At SkyCity, we believe there is strength in diversity which is why we encourage and support a diverse range of people in our workforce. We’re committed to providing equal employment opportunities, a safe and healthy work environment, and a sense of belonging to all people regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, religious or ethical beliefs.

If interested, please apply via our website at www.skycitycareers.com

Vacancy – Beaurepaires Queenstown is looking for a

Wheel Technician and Store Manager Ideally you will have experience in: • • • • •

Wheel alignments Customer service Technical skills Problem solving Clean and full manual drivers licence

Willing to offer training to the right candidate.

Offering at minimum 40 hours a week.

You must have the right to work in NZ. Please call Brent on 027 286 0517

KITCHEN HAND & CAFE ASSISTANT You will need to have experience working in a busy cafe and the ability to work well under pressure.

We offer day time hours with a stable roster, a friendly team and plenty of laughs.

Must have valid visa.

For more information contact us on manager@theexchange.kiwi

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Bar Manager Ferg’s Bar has established itself as one of the leaders in Cocktails, Wine, Food and Service in Queenstown. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the Bar and take its offerings to the highest level of client and executive hosting and prepare for the reopening of international borders.

The role starts with being an inspirational leader with excellent knowledge of running a Cocktail bar, being on the floor enjoying hosting our regulars and visitors.

To be successful in this role you will need: High level of wine and cocktail knowledge, WSET & LCQ Qualifications highly preferred A proven history of leading and developing teams Budget, menu, rostering and bar compliance experience and knowledge Great chat, and a disposition for remembering names and orders to look after our faithful regulars The ability to be a team player working with other Managers and leaders in our group Visit our careers website at www.fergcareers.com for a full overview of this great role and to apply today.

We are on the hunt for a Vehicle Detailer to join us, the market leader in ‘New Mobility and offering innovative, flexible vehicle solutions to New Zealanders.

SIXT is an innovative global company that has joined forces with the Giltrap Group. SIXT is the first true ‘New Mobility’ service of its kind bringing Kiwis new flexible vehicle solutions with a variety of services that can be tailored to suits people’s individual mobility needs.

About the Role: We are looking for a motivated and genuine team player to prepare our fleet prior to rent. Vehicle presentation, safety checks, and thorough cleaning and sanitising are very important to us and key to the service we offer our customers.

This full-time position, based at our Frankton location, is 40 hours per week working on a rotating roster across 7 days between our operational hours from 06: 30 am to 8:30 pm (please only apply if you are able to commit to a roster and have a full driver’s license).

Weekend and public holiday work is often a part of the roster. Hourly wage of NZ$22.75 is on offer for the right candidate.

What We Offer: You’ll be part of a New Zealand-owned company that is working hard to be at the cutting edge of mobility. We offer training, ongoing support, and real career prospects.

• Competitive rate • Extensive and free CARE program catered towards BODY MIND & SUPPORT • Kiwisaver employer contribution • Genuine prospects for promotion To apply, please contact Cecile Mendoza, ces.mendoza@sixt.nz

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY GENERAL HAND

We are looking for a General Hand who's not afraid to get their hands dirty to join our Maintenance Team. The right candidate will need to a be a great team player and have experience in similar roles.

A flexible schedule with the willingness to work over time is preferred.

Responsibilities: • Ensure consistent and high quality work across all facilities.

• Work alongside skilled craft workers/ technicians in the maintenance and repair of buildings/ facilities, grounds and equipment.

• Assist with facility projects and continuous improvement progress as directed • Follow all standard operating procedures in line with Delaware North policies • Maintain a safe work environment by assisting with implementation of OH&S policies and procedures.

Other duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities: • Clean bedrooms, communal living areas on a daily basis, working both alone and with a small team of housekeepers.

HOUSEKEEPING ATTENDANT

We are looking for an enthusiastic Housekeeping Attendant with a keen eye for detail to join our Housekeeping team.

The right candidate will need to be a team player and has experience in a Housekeeping or customer service role. A exible schedule with the willingness to work over time is preferred.

• Using initiative and forward thinking to complete the tasks in an ecient manner.

• Ensure all daily routines are followed.

• Be aware of the guest environment and show due consideration when carrying out duties in guest areas.

APPLY Please apply with CV to Kerry Turner kturner@delawarenorth.com

OUTDOOR FURNITURE INSTORE NOW

QUEENSTOWN FURNITURE GALLERY Locally owned and operated

Shop 2, Remarkables Park Shopping Center, Frankton, Queenstown.

Phone: 03 442 2460 | www.qfg.co.nz