LWB_Issue_839_Online

WWW.LWB.CO.NZ

•

BUY

•

ACCOMMODATION

•

SELL

•

INFORMATION

•

JOBS

•

No 839

FIRST ON THE STREET

22nd Feb - 28th Feb

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

JO

BS

114 IN SI

D

INFO@QMG.CO.NZ

E

Our tolerance is over

As we enter our third year of the pandemic you can feel that the mood of the nation, indeed the mood locally, has shifted. Away from fear of contracting a coronavirus, to a new fear, fear of isolation and its twin brother business interruption.

If you haven’t pulled up the drawbridge, closed the curtains and sat on the couch binge watching Netflix of late, then you, like me, have probably lost count of how many times you have been a casual contact. Unless of course, you are a close contact (or have tested positive) and are on the couch watching Netflix.

In the past week we have seen the shambles that is our current complicated COVID management system of “if this, then that” play out for our businesses.

Any system that relies on interpretation by individuals is one that is inherently flawed, and you can see the impacts first-hand around town with closed stores and restaurants.

Every business in Queenstown has taken its obligation to protect public health seriously. For many businesses this has come at huge cost both personally and financially. Every time to Government has raised hopes that borders will re-open, that we can re-connect with friends and loved ones and return to profitability, these hopes have been dashed. They were bitter pills to swallow but made slightly more tolerable by knowing that we were saving lives and there was at least some financial support available.

DQ have launched their latest marketing campaign focusing on the remarkable people behind local businesses including Zoe, Jeannie and her son, Jed from the Fork and Tap in Arrowtown

That tolerance is now well and truly gone. Omicron is not the foe that previous versions were. We are highly vaccinated and as it rips through New Zealand, we aren’t facing the “big sick” but the “big absence”.

Once again, hospitality, accommodation, activities and events are at the pointy end of this epidemic, with isolation requirements meaning otherwise healthy people are having to stay home and businesses close. Business leaders from across the ditch are imploring New Zealand’s Government to learn from their experience. Do not apply the same rules to Omicron as you did to Delta otherwise business will grind to a halt.

Classifying some businesses as critical and allowing a test to return to work scheme for those alone is missing the point. All businesses are critical. Our hospitals are not overwhelmed, we all know someone who has had COVID now and the fear of getting sick has been replaced by the fear of isolating and losing your business. As Omicron runs through New Zealand in the next couple of months, the logic for border restrictions falls over.

We can do our best to navigate this sea of confusion one last time, but only with financial support and only with knowing that come winter we can reconnect, leaving isolation a distant memory.

Ruth Stokes – CEO Queenstown Chamber of Commerce

Remarkables Park The bottle store with something more

OPEN 7 DAYS: 9am - Late

Corner Tex Smith Lane & Hawthorne Drive, Frankton www.superliquor.co.nz | 03 442 9801 | info@slremarkables.co.nz

CHECK OUT AND REGISTER AT letstalk.qldc.govt.nz

Want to make sure your voice is heard on decisions that matter to you?

HAVE YOUR SAY From 21 March-24 April

QLDC Annual Plan

Climate & Biodiversity Action Plan

Page 2

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Queenstown 19 Sandford Terrace

5

973 sqm

1

2

3

Seriously for sale on Sandford Auction

This property is a modern entertainers dream with a massive floor area of 283sqm. Gather everyone around in the large open plan living and kitchen, put a movie on for the kids in the separate media room while you entertain your friends and family- there are 4 outdoor areas for guests dependent on your mood. In the summer months, open the double sliding doors to your very private outdoor entertainment area with a built in BBQ and bench area and turn up the music on the built in Bluetooth speakers and outdoor speakers.

View For current Open Homes, please view online listing

harcourts.co.nz/QT7308

Jason Drewett

M 021 202 1862 jason.drewett@harcourts.co.nz

Lydia Bertam

M 027 418 6377 lydia.bertram@harcourts.co.nz

Highland Real Estate Group Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Scan QR Code to View Open Home Times & Property Documents

CONTENT LIST News 9

Cartoon

11

18

Grounded - back to the way things were

Tit Bits

It seems the craziness of Covid times has grounded people, bringing everybody back to earth… literally.

There’s been a boom in grow your own vegetables and a strong interest in going native to restore and rejuvenate the environment

13

20-21

CBD by Miranda

12

People of Queenstown There are some familiar faces in DQ’s latest marketing campaign.

The regional tourism organisation has launched a new campaign celebrating Queenstown’s people, place, and community spirit called Our People, Our Home

17

Community Notes Happiness House is our incredible much loved community organisation. It’s best known as a drop-in centre, made up mostly of volunteers, provides a safe, warm environment, where people can meet in a home-like setting, for anyone who well, drops in

My Life Story

22-23

Arts and Culture

Marathon can’t go the distance

6

Golden generation

New Zealand Americana star, Jackie Bristow, is currently living in Queenstown and set to release her fifth studio album on 4th March.

Outsider was created over five years, with songs written across America and the album reflects an international effort with both New Zealand and American influences

25 Brian Dagg grew up on Coronet Peak Station during the 1960s and 70s. You’d think that after 40 years scrambling the steep inclines of the vast 23,000ha station –that he would’ve been happy to settle in a gully somewhere. But no! He then started knocking off the world’s Seven Summits in seven continents between 2011 and 2017

5

Entertainment

26-27

Hospo Guide

29

Train Your Brain

The NZ team finishes with its best medal haul, thanks to Wanaka locals Zoi Sadowski-Synnott and Nico Porteous

14

Local Businesses ‘haemorrhaging money’

24

Security upgrade at ZQN

OBSTETRICS GYNAECOLOGY GYNAECOLOGY SURGERY MIDWIFERY

PRIVATE OBSTETRICIAN HERE IN QUEENSTOWN I can look after you during pregnancy, will personally attend your delivery, and see you postnatally. All care takes place in Queenstown, with birth in Invercargill.

With essential care from a recommended midwife LMC, you will feel certain that you're in safe hands. Care can start from prenatally, through to the third trimester.

GYNAECOLOGY SURGERY HERE IN QUEENSTOWN! - short waiting lists - no travel required - self refer by email or via GP

Dr Polly Weston OBSTETRICIAN AND GYNAECOLOGIST MBChB (Hons) MRCOG FRANZCOG

027 452 4674

polly@bornqueenstown.co.nz

Page 5

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN Runners on the marathon course at Millbrook Resort, Arrowtown. Photo: Ross MacKay

Marathon can’t go the distance

by Paul Taylor

Restrictions that forced the cancellation of Queenstown Marathon are “nuts” and “anti-science” according to ACT’s Tourism spokesperson James McDowall.

“Instead of setting an arbitrary, hard limit of 100 for outdoors events, the Government could make a sensible change and allow numbers to be based on the size of the space.

The marathon, which brings $10 million into the local economy and more than 12,000 people to town, on Thursday became the latest event to pull pin.

“In fact, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has given just this advice to Economic Development Minister Stuart Nash.”

It had already been postponed from November to 19 March.

Queenstown Marathon Race Director, Keegan McCauley, said there was no way to make the event work under red settings, which limit the number of people in a defined space to 100, even outdoors.

With winter approaching and no clear indication of when NZ might move down to orange, Ironman has cancelled the ‘2021’ event and will focus on the 2022 running, this November.

James McDowall says the marathon’s cancellation is “another blow for a region already on its knees” and sensible changes are desperately needed to the rules for outdoor events to prevent more economic pain.

“What’s nuts is that the Government has set the same rules for indoor and outdoor events and for venues of different sizes,” he says.

“There’s much less risk of getting Omicron if you’re in a large outdoor venue, so it makes absolutely no sense to treat them the same – it’s anti-science.”

The Government is making one-size-fits-all-rules, proportionate rules, McDowall adds.

instead

of

risk-

The suggestion is for event organisers to use distancing instead - two metres at Red, one metre at Orange “The costs of preventing vaccinated, socially-distanced people using outdoor venues surely outweigh the benefits.”

Should the Government change the rules, which are also forcing sports events such as the Super Rugby behind closed doors, it will come too late for Queenstown Lakes.

Dozens of high-profile events, including the Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow, the Motatapu, the Wanaka A&P Show and others, have already cancelled, with an estimated economic hit now of almost $100 million.

Marathon Race Director McCauley, of event owners The IRONMAN Group Oceania, said the team knows the news will come as a blow to both the athletes and the Queenstown region.

“We have been overwhelmed by the ongoing support from our running community during these tough times and this is just another setback we will overcome,” he said.

Come celebrate the Millhouse reopening With a new seasonal menu featuring the freshest ingredients harvested from Millbrook’s very own biodynamic Kitchen Garden, the Millhouse invites you to an unforgettable dining experience for all to enjoy.

BOOK A TABLE

Open Wednesday to Sunday from 5.30pm Millhouse Restaurant 1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown 9371 T: +64 (0)3 441 7000 E: millhouse@millbrook.co.nz

Page 6

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Looking

FOR A RENTAL?

SCAN QR CODE TO VIEW OUR LATEST LISTINGS!

Golden generation

by Paul Taylor

Two 20-year-olds from Wānaka have given New Zealand a Winter Olympics to remember.

The NZ team finishes the Beijing 2022 games with its best medal haul of two golds and one silver, thanks to the sensational talents of Zoi Sadowski-Synnott and Nico Porteous, who both train at Cardrona Alpine Resort.

03 441 0777 Highland Real Estate Group Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Our Services:

Looking for Office Administrator?

Get in touch now! $30 - $35 per hour Enquires at hello@easyadmin.co.nz Phone: 027 270 1018

• Phone & Email Handling • Office Management • Payroll • Administration • General Accounting – Bank Reconciliation, AR & AP, Invoices • GST Return • Xero, MYOB, Microsoft, Outlook

Zoi and Nico together at the X Games earlier this year. Photo: Tommy Pyatt Photography

Porteous claimed gold in the freeski halfpipe finals on Saturday afternoon (NZ time), lacing together right and left double cork 1620s to score a whopping 93.00. None of the other athletes could get close to that score over three runs.

“I am a bit in disbelief to be honest,” he said.

“Conditions were tough... so I stuck to what I know, just really tried my best and left everything out there.

“The 1620s are something I have done for a while now; I have worked on those tricks for the last two years so they’re quite natural to me. I was just really focusing on doing them as smooth as possible.”

IMMIGRATION ADVISOR •

Visas – work, residency, investor, visitor and more

•

Submissions to INZ

•

Reviewing documentation

•

Section 61 requests

•

Appeals to Immigration and Protection Tribunal Claim for Refugee or Protection Status

•

Deportation Liability Notices

Porteous was named flag bearer for the closing ceremony, held early Monday morning (NZ time).

Sadowski-Synnott had already left for Beijing to continue training in Canada, after delighting a nation and Queenstown Lakes with NZ’s first Winter Olympics gold, in the snowboard slopestyle, and then silver in the big air.

Both athletes, who are also the current world champions and X Games champions, and won bronze in PyeongChang 2018, aren’t expected back in NZ until the winter season.

NZ was represented by a team of just 15 athletes at the Games. While Sadowski-Synnott and Porteous took the accolades, there has been joy across the team, pride representing NZ, and valuable experience, mixed at times with a little disappointment.

Chef de Mission Marty Toomey says it’s been an outstanding campaign.

“I’m really proud of the entire team,” Toomey said.

Shahana Saud ssaud@mactodd.co.nz

“It’s great to be celebrating our most successful ever campaign, and I’d also like to acknowledge all those athletes who did not win medals but gave it everything on the field of play as they represented New Zealand.

Queenstown Cromwell Wanaka www.mactodd.co.nz 03 441 0125

“Snow sports and ice sports are growing in New Zealand and I have no doubt that these athletes have inspired our next generation to get out there and give it a go.”

Kit Set and Flat Pack Assembly Specialist - Garden Sheds - Trampolines - Furniture - BBQs Contact nick@diguy.co.nz or 021 141 4513

DID THIS AD GET YOUR ATTENTION? THAT IS THE POWER OF BUSINESS LINE ADS Contact the Lakes Weekly Bulletin today 03 409 2800 or email enquiries@qmg.co.nz and take the first step to successful advertising.

Page 7

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Get a FREE hearing check at Bay Audiology Start your journey to better hearing with NZ’s most trusted hearing specialists.

Take the first step and book a free hearing check at our Queenstown clinic.

Call 03 450 9094 to book an appointment today.

Free hearing checks are available for anyone aged 18+.

PAIN IS JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG Licenced under the REAA 2008

Pain Symptoms Joint Dysfunction

RENTING NOW QUEENSTOWN

Spinal Misalignment Postural Dysfunction

1 BEDROOM 101A Muster Road

Hanley’s Farm

1

Partly furnished

$450 Causes of Pain

2 BEDROOMS 28B Onslow Road 11B Advance Terrace

1 Partly furnished 2 Partly furnished

$475 $700

Fernhill

1

Part whiteware

$640

Frankton Frankton

2 Partly furnished 3 Partly furnished

$830 $850

LHE Arrowtown

3 BEDROOMS 31A Greenstone Place

4 BEDROOMS + 34 Riverside Road 9 De La Mare Place

Licenced under the REAA 2008

41 Shotover Street | 03 442 7777 rentals@qac.nz | tacc.nz For more listings, scan the QR code

Nerve Pain

Chiropractic Treats The Causes of Pain

QUEENSTOWN HEALTH 03 442 8190 WWW.QUEENSTOWNHEALTH.COM Queenstown / Five Mile / Millbrook ACC Registered

Owens from $652,000*

4

GREAT HOME & INCOME DESIGN

Walter Peak from $451,000*

4

3

2

154m2

2

1

228.6m2

Great homes, Amazing prices G.J. Gardner has an extensive range of customisable plans to suit all kinds of families, lifestyles and budgets. From modern, stylish homes at an affordable price to sprawling country estates, every plan has been thoughtfully designed to suit New Zealand’s landscapes so your home will always look at home in its surroundings.

– View our full range of concept plans at gjgardner.co.nz. We can also design a new home for you from scratch.

For free expert advice, call into one of our showhomes or have one of our local New Home Consultants visit your site.

0800 42 45 46 / gjgardner.co.nz *Price indication only and excludes land.

Some conditions may apply. Images are artist’s impression only.

Walter Peak Floor Plan © G.J. Gardner Homes 2021

Page 9

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Containers and Space for Rent Ph 021 343 653 WATCH REPAIRS NOW For all your repairs, watches, clocks, batteries, key cutting & straps.

Level One, Stratton House (Below Sky City), 24 Beach Street, Queenstown Mon - Fri, 9:30am till 5:30pm. Closed on Saturdays.

Phone/ text: 027 217 0442

129

$

NEED A BUSINESS COACH????

Call: 0224291761 Email: truebusinessdecisions@gmail.com (Est.1993)

HEADPHONE

HEAT PUMPS REFRIGERATION

AIR CONDITIONING

VENTILATION

VEHICLE A/C

Call or email for a free quote today

Richard 021 99 44 72

SALE % 60 OFF

199

$

$

499

0800 4 STEREO (0800 478 373) 52 The Mall, Cromwell | Phone 03 445 1339

office@iglooheatingandcooling.co.nz

www.iglooheatingandcooling.co.nz

299

$

order online at www.GaryAnderson.co.nz

That summer, the thistledown, passing over Queenstown Bay, very much hoped not to be mistaken for a pandemic

jakehassells.com

Page 10

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Queenstown Lakes District Business Confidence Survey Q1 2022 Have your say. Two years in, we want to know how you are feeling about your business and its future. This information is critical in communicating with Government what is happening on the ground in our district.

Queenstown Chamber of Commerce along with QLDC, Ignite Wanaka, The Lakes Weekly and jobfix.co.nz are encouraging local businesses to participate in the first quarterly Business Confidence Survey for 2022. The aim is to provide greater insight into the health of the local economy.

The information gained from last year’s surveys helped us advocate for and support the Southern Lakes businesses. It is also being used to inform regional workforce plan development and local responses to the critical worker shortage.

The more data collected enables trends to be tracked and eventually we will be able to make decisions on what is to come based on the data collected over time.

Please take the survey today as your input is vital and the more companies that take the survey the more robust the data will be.

The survey is short just 2-3 minutes to complete, and the results will be released once its analysed. We encourage one response per business and suggest business owners or senior managers complete the survey on behalf of the business.

We know your time is valuable and in recognition of this, on completing this survey you can enter the draw to win a $500 Mediaworks voucher and a bottle of Peregrine wine.

The survey is open from Monday February 14th for all businesses in the Southern Lakes region and closes at 5pm on Wednesday 23rd February.

Public Notice | Pānui Creative Communities Scheme Funding Round Open Funding is now available for community–based arts groups for performances, events, and workshops that will provide a variety of opportunities for participation in those activities.

The Creative Communities Funding Round is now open and will close at 5.00pm on Friday 25 February 2022.

Applications available from Queenstown Lakes District Council’s (QLDC) website at www.qldc.govt.nz/services /funding/arts.

For any enquiries, please contact QLDC’s Relationship Manager Arts and Events Jan Maxwell via phone 03 441 0469 or 027 233 7934, or email jan.maxwell@qldc.govt.nz.

Heritage Incentive Grant now open Applications are being accepted for grants to assist with the maintenance, professional advice, and reimbursement for building or resource consent costs for historical buildings, sites or objects (including trees) within the Queenstown Lakes District.

This grant is for private property only and only approved projects are eligible.

If you have a project and wish to make an application for the Heritage Incentive Grant, please contact with Jan Maxwell via email at jan.maxwell@qldc.govt.nz or call 03 441 0469.

For more information, head to https://www.qldc.govt.nz/community/communityfunding.

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

Scan the QR code to take the survey now!

Accommodation 2 BEDROOM SEMI FURNISHED PRIVATE DETACHED FLAT for non smokers in a beautiful quiet setting in Quail Rise. Suit a couple. $500 per week inclusive of power. Plse text 021 1819390 LARGE ROOM & ENSUITE IN SHOTOVER COUNTRY. Fully furnished home. Need bed. $260 week inc wifi. Live with working professional. Avail now. Contact Jo on 021 1111576

KOREAN HAND THERAPY Invest 8 hours of learning Korean Hand Therapy (on-site or online), an easy and effective SELF-health care.

ANYONE can easily learn it and improve many conditions him/ herself safely. Perfect health care option in pandemic time.

Too good to be true? See the testimonials here www.selftreatment.co.nz. Acupuncture also available.

Don 027 698 2136 / selftreatment@hotmail.com XS STORAGE Secure self storage units – various sizes available Phone: 0800 297 786 | www.xsstorage.co.nz SC PLASTERING LTD. Craftsmen exterior plasterers - 20yrs local experience.

Phone Shawn Cruise: 021 539 138 or skcruz@outlook.com

KIA ORA, WE HAVE TWO BEAUTIFUL GOOD sized bedrooms in sunny Shotover Country, with a separate bathroom. This would suit a couple or friends. Rent and bond can be negotiated.

Kindly call me or message me on 0211150855 for a viewing. It’s a modern house and fully furnished with wonderful garden and outdoor area. I bet you won’t regret.

A SORT TERM ROOM AVAILABLE TILL 24TH March in Arrowtown. Non smoker, no party, must love dogs. $150 pw incl power n wifi. text 02102638355

For Sale FOR SALE: COLONIAL STYLE LOUNGE SUITE (2 SEATER COUCH and 2x arm chairs) in very good order. Dusky pink in colour. $250 ono.

Call 0211 491 877 SMALL ROUND LOW TABLE. SUITABLE FOR CENTER of room.

In very good condition. $30.00. Call 0211 491 877 LINE ADS: AN EFFICIENT AND VERY INEXPENSIVE way to get your businesses message out to potential new customers. Take the first step to your successful business advertising by going to www.lwb.co.nz and place your ad online. Pricing starts from $7.50

Page 11

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Services 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.

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.

EVERYTHING ELSE

Everything Else

HONEY FROM YOUR OWN BACKYARD. WE TAKE care of everything, you enjoy the benefits. Hire-a-hive today at tiakibees. co.nz or call 021 090 75375 QUEENSTOWN DHARMA CENTRE, 12 LAKE ST. WEEKLY SESSIONS: Sundays, “Cultivating Awareness Practice” @ 10am (No Social Sunday) and Thursdays, “Insight Meditation” with Ian Moore @ 7:00pm. Sessions are free, with dana for the centre gratefully accepted. For more info, including how to access Sunday Practice online, see dharmacentre.org.nz or FB. Please show your Vaccine Pass on Arrival and Wear Masks Inside at All Times.

WAKATIPU HOCKEY CLUB - THE 2022 HOCKEY Season Registration opens 20 February 2022. Go to www. wakatipuhockeyclub.co.nz for further information and costs or email us at: wakatipuhockeyclub@gmail.com WANTED TO BUY: 14FT (4METRE) + FIBREGLASS dinghy. Ring All 0279634641 PART TIME CARER NEEDED TO ASSIST ELDERLY gentleman recovering from a stroke. Flexible hours. Willingness to learn.

Immediate start. Sunshine Bay. britta.gouke@gmail.com WHAKATIPU DRIVE MY LIFE ARE SEEKING VOLUNTEERS to become mentor buddies to help our vulnerable people achieve their drivers licence. If you are interested or have any questions contact Louise Ward louise@reap.co.nz BIG BUDDIES NEEDED - ONE PERSON CAN make a lifetime of difference. A regular small amount of your time each week could make a lasting difference to the life of a young person who just needs some extra adult support. Become a big buddy. Email bpw@familyworkssld.nz or phone 0272838466 QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “I CAN ACCEPT failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” - Michael Jordan TAKE YOUR GARDEN TO THE NEXT LEVEL with your very own bees! We do the work, you get the honey. For more see tiakibees. co.nz, or call 021 090 75375 NEED AN IDYLLIC SPOT IN KINGSTON TO rent for your tiny home or caravan? Please text 022 404 3545.

QUEENSTOWN DHARMA CENTRE, 12 LAKE ST. TUESDAY SESSIONS, FORTNIGHTLY, (1 & 15 March): “Condensed Daily Tara Practice” with Janiah Melsom @ 5:45pm. Please remember to bring your practice book or bring $20 to purchase one. Sessions are free, with dana for the centre gratefully accepted. For more info, see dharmacentre.org.nz or FB. Please show your Vaccine Pass on Arrival and Wear Masks Inside at All Times.

SHOES UNLIMITED - NEW DJANGO & JULIETTE stock just landed, gorgeous shoes, sneakers & boots. Check them out in our Queenstown Central store at Frankton www.shoesunlimited.co.nz

CBD

by Miranda Spary Miranda Spary is a tired, old, has been columnist that we feel sorry for. She used to write a weekly book column in the old Queenstown Times which was read more for the local gossip in it than the book part. She is quite lazy and very grateful if readers send in ideas about what’s been happening locally on miranda@queenstown.co.nz

Despite the terrible problems so many people in the Wakatipu are experiencing with no tourists, no staff and no income, locals still seem extraordinarily positive. Positive in a good way, rather than the COVID way. I went to cheer on Rose and Tom Barnett who have been biking the length of the South Island raising tens of thousands of $$$ for leukemia research.

The old Shotover Bridge was the finish line, and it was full of their friends and family and dogs (I think dogs count as both) and more champagne than I’ve seen in a long time.

Huge congrats to them and their team and they’re off to do the North Island shortly. Cycling for Ben on MAKEAWISH is the way to donate - so important given COVID’s causing the cancellation of events and making fundraising for almost everything nigh on impossible.

I was sent a stunning review for my baby brother’s Botswana Butchery restaurant that’s just opened in Sydney. Given how many incredible eateries there are in the city, huge congrats to the whole Good Group team for being rated so highly.

Won’t it be great when the Australians finally CAN come back here - they will be the perfect cure for the doldrums our local hospo businesses are in. It’s hard to know if we miss them more than they miss coming here - we’ll hear the cheers on both sides when the isolation requirement stops. I’m going to have to isolate (well, as long as I can actually get a test result back in time to fly - the tests have to be done 72 hours before flying, but it’s taking longer than that for the results) as I’m desperate to see my son in Sydney again and to celebrate my daughter’s birthday with her for the first time in years.

There was a fantastic quote in the Press obituary for John Martin this week, “There will not have been many property developers whose actions inspired a street party in a small New Zealand town, but that is one of the ways in which John Martin is remembered.” I rarely go to church, but many years ago, the congregation was asked to consider what they most wanted. After a minute’s thinking, we were asked if we would want our wish mentioned in our obituary. Imagine... Miranda died happily clutching the giant diamond she’d always dreamt of. I was once asked for some help with the obituary of a property developer who shall not be named, and when I choked my refusal, saying I couldn’t think of anything complimentary to say about him, I was told that that was the reaction from several others. Hope he’s still roasting in that hot place down below...

Our place has been hellish for rabbits this week, with Mr ANTIRODENT maiming and murdering all those dear little bunnies on our neighbour’s land. Now the survivors have decided to move into our nice safe garden, and I can barely see the grass for those small fuzzy brown critters. I am having extremely murderous thoughts about them and will be engaging the services of the hired killer very shortly. Anyone keen for some rabbit pie?

A propos of not very nice people, I loved my rainy Saturday short visit to Oslo in the Norwegian film of “The Worst Person in the World”. It’s very quirky and it’s been haunting me ever since.

Page 12

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

southern reap ARE LOOKING FOR

VOLUNTEER DRIVing MENTORS you will HELP MAKE OUR ROADS A SAFER place INFORMATION:

REQUIREMENTS:

- Time commitment - 1-2 hours per week.

- Over 25 years of age.

- Help a person achieve a life changing

- Have held a current NZ drivers

goal of gaining a restricted or full licence.

- Training vehicle and full training provided.

Tit bits

licence for at least two years.

- Be able to pass a police vet.

support Drivers Are you willing to donate your spare time and give back to our Whakatipu community, by helping change a persons life.

COACH & BUDDY This role is not so much technical, but you will be their support buddy. One who listens, is focused and full of encouragement.

Please contact Louise Ward at Southern REAP (Rural Education) for information on: 027 300 3446 or email louise@reap.co.nz

FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Belgium to allow four-day work week After weeks of discussions, the Belgian government announced Tuesday that employees in that country will be able to request a four-day work week from their employer, without losing any salary. The country’s new labor deal gives employees the option to work longer days, which would equate to a three-day weekend.

Employers are able to turn down the request, but must give a written reason detailing why they are denying it. The rule is part of Belgium’s new labor deal, which was passed by the country’s ruling coalition government.

Belgium has been considering the idea publicly since October, partly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but also with a desire to increase workplace flexibility.

In general, the new laws allow for more flexibility on both working hours and location for employees. Employees can work a maximum of 9.5 hours per day. They are allowed to seek an extension permitting 10 hours per day if both the company and labor union agree.

“We have experienced two difficult years. With this agreement, we set a beacon for an economy that is more innovative, sustainable and digital.

The aim is to be able to make people and businesses stronger,” said Prime Minister Alexander De Croo.

UPI

Flight attendant hits unruly passenger with coffee pot

Heart Kids Central Otago AGM Tuesday 22 March 2022, 7.00pm Cromwell & Districts Presbyterian Church, Cromwell Lowburn Room All current members & prospective members welcome RSVP Cate 021 1133877 by 14 March 2022

An American Airlines plane was diverted to Kansas City, Missouri, when an unruly passenger tried to force open a door before being subdued by a coffee pot across the head, a punch to the jaw and zip ties and duct tape, according to a federal affidavit released Monday.

The incident happened on a flight, which was heading from Los Angeles to Washington. The plane landed safely at Kansas City International Airport and the suspect was taken into custody.

The passenger was allegedly creating a disturbance and walked to the cockpit area, grabbing plastic silverware and holding it “like a shank.”

The affidavit said he then grabbed a small champagne bottle by the neck and tried to break it on the counter, before kicking and shoving a service cart into one of the flight attendants. He then grabbed the handle of an exit door and began pulling the handle. A flight attendant tried to stop him by hitting him twice in the head with a coffee pot. Meanwhile, several passengers came forward to help.

ABC

Meet the team

David Gibbs General Manager How to advertise Ph: 03 409 2800 Email: info@qmg.co.nz Place your ad online: www.lwb.co.nz Advertising Deadlines Display Advertising: 12pm Friday Situations Vacant: 12pm Friday Queenstown Media Group 2nd Floor, The Mountaineer Building Cnr Beach and Rees Street PO Box 1546, Queenstown 9300

Kendalle McLeod Finance

Catherine Mercer Account Manager 027 777 2785 | cat@qmg.co.nz Kylee De Suza Account Manager 021 044 2968 | kylee@qmg.co.nz Ana Paula Salvi Graphic Designer

Patricia W. Becker Graphic Designer Paul Taylor Editor/Journalist

Bethany Rogers Contributor Lauren Prebble Contributor Jay Cassells Contributor

Koalas: Australia lists marsupial as endangered species Australia has listed the koala as an endangered species across most of its east coast, after a dramatic decline in numbers. The once-thriving marsupial has been ravaged by land clearing, bushfires, drought, disease and other threats.

The federal government said the listing was for Queensland, New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). It has been urged to do more to protect koalas from rapidly diminishing habitats and climate change. The species was listed as “vulnerable” in those states and territory only in 2012. Despite the rapid deterioration, governments have been accused of dithering.

“This listing adds priority when it comes to the conservation of the koala,” Environment Minister Sussan Ley said on Friday. She said officials were designing a recovery plan, and land development applications would now be assessed for impacts on the species. Last year, a New South Wales inquiry found koalas would be extinct there by 2050 unless there was urgent action.

It estimated the Black Summer bushfires of 2019-20 had killed 5,000 koalas and affected 24% of habitats in New South Wales alone. Australia’s biggest Koala conservation group says that there may now only be as few as 50,000 of the animals left in the wild.

BBC

Page 13

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

People of Queenstown There are some familiar faces in Destination Queenstown’s latest marketing campaign.

The regional tourism organisation has launched a series of videos which celebrates Queenstown’s people, place, and community spirit called Our People, Our Home.

The 10-part series introduces New Zealanders to some of the passionate locals who operate Queenstown’s experiences and tourism businesses and takes a glimpse behind their doors.

Local operators who took part in the series include Shay Muddle at Ride to the Sky, David Clarke at Lakes District Museum, Matt Wong at iFly and John & Toni Glover at Kinloch Lodge.

Erna Spijkerbosch, Creeksyde Holiday Park

Shay Muddle, Ride to the Sky

The video series shares their voices, stories and highlights the aroha, mahi, and manaakitanga that they bring to their daily work, as well as why they choose to do it in Queenstown.

DQ Marketing and Communications Director Sarah O’Donnell says people are at the core of the visitor industry – from the visitors themselves, to their hosts and everyone else they meet.

Toni & John Glover, Kinloch Lodge

“We are fortunate to have a vibrant and passionate community who call Queenstown home. While a lot has changed in the region over the last decade, this vibrancy and passion has not.

“It has been a challenging and tumultuous few years with the pandemic but there is still something incredibly special about Queenstown and its people, and I think there always will be.

O’Donnell says Queenstown is a destination that draws innovative and passionate people.

“They are truly what makes our region so unique and special and the Our People, Our Home video series is a chance to celebrate them.”

Other local operators are Erna Spijkerbosch at Creeksyde, Zoe & Jeannie Crawford at Fork and Tap, Guy & Ann Boanas at Mt Rosa, Josie Watters and Malcolm Price at The Cow, and Trent Yeo at Ziptrek Ecotours.

To view the video series visit www.queenstownnz.co.nz/our-people-our-home

Malcolm Price and Josie Watters, The Cow

Page 14

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

FOR RENT

1 BEDROOM 31A Risinghurst Terrace

1

Part Furnished

$400 per week

3 BEDROOMS 3A Chadlington Way

2

Unfurnished

$700 per week

123 Goldfield Heights

2

Whiteware

$750 per week

Modern Semi-Furnished studio

Well presented home in Shotover Country Executive Apartment with unbeatable views

FIND MORE INFO & BOOK A VIEWING AT www.housemart.co.nz Ph.021 758 715

We get your property rented! Contact the leasing experts at Housemart to rent and look after your property. 03 442 3815

Businesses ‘haemorrhaging money’

by Paul Taylor

Queenstown hospo and tourism businesses are facing the “toughest trading conditions” of the pandemic as Omicron sweeps the nation.

Rather than the moderate slowdown they anticipated, the industries have witnessed an almost wholesale stop to travel and spending, similar to a national lockdown, according to the Tourism Industry Association.

It became the latest industry lobby group to speak out over the weekend, following Hospitality New Zealand last week.

Both have asked Tourism Minister Stuart Nash for a return to the wage subsidy and resurgence payments, and a review of the border settings and isolation requirements.

Queenstown’s MP Joseph Mooney wrote to Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins on Thursday, urging the Government to allow all workers to return to work after a negative Rapid Antigen Test (RATs).

At the moment, that only applies to critical workers in essential businesses, and distribution of RATs is controlled. Mooney wants is rules relaxed and the tests widely available to all. “... every business is an essential business. Every employee is critical to their family and their employer, and they should all be able to access rapid antigen tests,” Mooney says.

The Government is expected to make an announcement on support early this week.

Queenstown’s multi award-winning tour operator Altitude Tours, named the world’s best wine tour by Tripadvisor in 2021, is among those struggling under red settings.

“We are haemorrhaging tens of thousands of dollars each month, so without shareholder cash injections we would be close to putting our businesses into liquidation and walking away,” director Nigel Hobbs says.

“As someone that has given my career to the tourism industry, hustled and worked hard, I would like the Government to show us some kindness until we can get back to business.”

Hobbs says the company is lucky if it operates two tours per week, with two-six people per trip, where normally it would operate five per day, with 50-100% occupancy.

For those businesses that do have customers, the operation can be sent into disarray when staff have to go into self-isolation.

TIA says 94% of a survey of its members shows 94% are struggling, with revenues at just 43% of the same period last year, which was already impacted by the pandemic restrictions.

Card spending for hospitality in Otago was down 45.5 per cent compared to two years ago, according to the latest data from MBIE. Last week, Hospitality NZ said a survey of its members revealed 58% are preparing for insolvency within the next three months due to red Covid-19 setting.

TIA spokesperson Ann-Marie Johnson says the industry is not seeking longterm support from Government.

“Businesses that are still trading today are our most resilient operators who have navigated the Covid journey so far. They are the core of our tourism offering and worth Government investment,” Johnson says.

“Further loss runs the very real risk that the DNA of the tourism industry will be decimated, severely limiting the industry’s ability to build back better with the high quality, regenerative tourism economy that we are all aspiring to.”

Nigel Hobbs says Altitude Tours is losing tens of thousands of dollars each month

Page 15

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Feeling down or anxious?

Need some help or just someone to talk to?

FREECALL OR TEXT 1737 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

ONLY ONE CALL AWAY FROM COSY

BOOK YOUR SWEEP NOW!

Ph: 03 428 3197 www.hotspotinstallations.co.nz

@qldclibraries

Queenstown Lakes District Libraries

You can pick up a copy of the Lakes Weekly at Arrowtown Library, Frankton Library and Queenstown Library

Page 16

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Monthly Column Joseph Mooney MP for Southland

As Omicron puts more pressure on an economy that has scarified more than most during the Covid19 pandemic, the Queenstown business community deserves answers.

The Government’s lack of clarity and planning has been at the heart of National’s drive to hold Labour to account and provide practical alternatives for regions like ours that have done it tough over the past two years.

Omicron has hit the Queenstown economy very hard, readers will know all too well how much of an impact it has had and will continue to have.

The National Caucus knows it, all of my colleagues were here recently engaging with our community just last month.

The Labour Government should know the extent of the pressures on Queenstown businesses, too.

Tourism Minister Stuart Nash visited recently, though seemingly he was not here on “business”.

But with billions of dollars taken out of the New Zealand economy through the shutdown of international tourism, Treasury’s coffers should tell the Government the true story.

In light of those incredible losses continuing due to Omicron, Labour has talked support but it has been another case of that talk not being backed up by action or clarity.

The continued spread of Omicron has knocked the confidence of those who would patronise many hospitality and experience operations who are already cut off from their international customers.

In this situation, the very least these businesses could be offered from the Government is certainty.

Will support be offered? If so, when will it be made available? And what will that support look like?

Faced with an untold number of uncertainties, businesses are unable to plan for their futures or at the very least weather the Omicron storm.

They certainly don’t need the Government adding to that uncertainty by being unclear about the prospect of support for the tourism and hospitality sector.

Amid the spread of Omicron, Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) are another area where the Government needs to step back and correct its approach.

After failing to listen to National’s calls to introduce RATs through last year, Labour is now standing in the way of our businesses and our people protecting themselves.

I am referring to the Government’s confiscation of privately purchased RATs at the border.

In my opinion, every business is an essential business, every worker is an essential worker and the Government shouldn’t be deciding who gets RATs when they are widely available overseas.

Under National’s plan to introduce RATs many months ago, they would have been available to school pupils, teachers and many others sectors to help us all get on with our lives as best we can.

From amalgamating already well functioning polytechs, to seizing ownership and control of local water assets, it seems Labour and Greens Ministers are determined to meddle in New Zealanders’ lives.

We are facing yet another extension of the Government knows best attitude Labour is inflicting on this country throughout its tenure through its approach to RATs. The price we are paying for this in evident in our how our economy is performing right now and it is just as clear in the number of areas in which the Government has taken its eye off important issues.

Addressing the challenges faced by local motels, restaurants or cafes which are under pressure in need of answers should be the priority.

We are known as one of the most innovative countries in the world, so I suggest the Government let us get on with our jobs, our lives and our work and it focuses on the issues that really matter.

Small engine repairs, spares, service and professional advice We service all makes and models.

162 Glenda Drive, Frankton |

442 9926 |

www

lakesmowers.co.nz

BLIND CLEANING AND REPAIR Erik 021 0238 9477 Susan 021 280 7272 Email eric488b@hotmail.com

for all your electrical needs

HOUSE ELECTRICAL new builds | renovations | maintenance rob harvey rob@houseelectrical.co.nz

021 115 5637

www.houseelectrical.co.nz

NEW GROUT FOR TILE & PAVERS

Free Quotes: 03 421 7788 www.groutperfectnz.co.nz Qtown - Wanaka - Otago Wide Grout Replace & Repair | Showers & Bathrooms | Int & Ext

GET CASH FOR YOUR UNWANTED VEHICLES DAMAGED, MECHANICAL ISSUES W E DEREGISTERED, CRASHED BUY ALL NO WOF NO PROBLEM Kiwi owned and operated CASH FOR YOUR UNWANTED CAR, VAN, UTE, TRUCK, 4WD ETC. Call today for a free Quote

0800 333 422 | 027 233 3533

WE ALSO SELL A WIDE RANGE OF CAR PARTS FOR MOST MAKES AND MODELS INCLUDING ENGINES, WINDSCREENS AND TYRES

COMMUNITY NOTES Happiness House Happiness House is our incredible community based, non-profit organisation that provides exceptional service to Queenstown. It’s best known as a dropin centre, which is open Monday to Friday between 10am to 4pm. The team, mostly of volunteers provides a safe, warm, non-judgmental, confidential and caring environment, where people can meet in a home-like setting, for anyone who well, drops in.

THURSDAY - Caring for the Carers

83% of the population that call Queenstown home, have moved here from somewhere else, leaving behind family support. Add to that the challenges of Covid times, the high cost of living, and often social isolation that comes from being far from family, the area can be a challenging place to live.

Happiness House is there for everyone and especially those affected by life events or unforeseen circumstances.

Sessions are currently offered via a ZOOM link so that you can attend a session in the privacy of your home or wherever you feel safe and comfortable.

Happiness House mission is to assist those in need by encouraging healthy and empowering life choices by providing access to:

PaknSave, New World, Countdown, Raeward Fresh, Fresh Choice, Ferg Bakery, and others. KiwiHarvest kindly collect goods from the supermarkets and deliver it to Happiness House on a Friday morning.

- Support & Advocacy - Computer with Internet Access - Craft & activity groups - Affordable pre-loved clothing and homewares -Second hand School uniforms On the grounds is - A children’s play area - Baby Changing and Feeding Facilities As well as always someone with an ear or just some company and a cup of tea.

Each week there are community activity to become involved in. Currently on offer: TUESDAY – Move For Your Mind (12-12.30am)

Afternoon tea for community and social workers. Come and join us at 2pm every Thursday at Happiness House for afternoon tea.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY - Free Counselling This is available to anyone at no charge.

Friday is Produce day Produce is kindly donated to Happiness House by individuals and local businesses:

We are all aware of the high cost of living in Queenstown and you may need a helping hand at some stage over the year.

If you need a hand please come and see one of the welcoming staff and they will help you.

Got some time? Currently Happiness House is looking for volunteers who can commit to a weekly or fortnightly roster specially on a Monday between 1 and 4pm or Wednesday or Friday between 9am and 1pm. If you would be interested in helping out you can give Chi a call on 03 442 6531 You can find Happiness House at: 4 Park Street, Queenstown P-03 442 6531 E-happinesshouse@xtra.co.nz

No skill or experience needed.

Benefits: Full body workout suitable for everyone!

Give yourself an uplifting boost and come join us outdoors in a fun and social atmosphere. All you need to bring is yourself, comfortable clothes to move in. Bookings required so please call us on (03) 442 6531 or Facebook message us to reserve your spot.

TUESDAY - Mindfulness (from 1pm) Mindfulness offers practical support to restore calm and happiness in our busy lives at any time and any place. Mindfulness is an evidence based practice that can alleviate anxiety, stress, exhaustion and depression.

Practice cultivating stillness and mental training to calm your mind and reduce anxiety. Learn about Mindfulness concepts and practice meditation to incorporate in your daily life. These are 30 minute workshops taking place between 1pm and 3.30pm weekly.

Places are limited so please book your spot by messaging the Happiness House facebook page.

What’s On Wakatipu Hockey Club Wakatipu Hockey Club is Queenstown region (including Arrowtown, Glenorchy, Kingston and surrounding areas), Our games are generally played in the Central Otago region with other local field hockey clubs.

Training for all levels of hockey grades are held at the Event Centre Multi-purpose turf in Frankton.

The 2022 season is getting under way soon and registration kicked off on the 20th February.

The Japanese Film Festival Online 2022 starts on the 14th of February!

There is an exciting line-up of 19 movies this year from drama to comedy to documentaries and so much more – all online and free to access until the 28th of February. Visit https://jff.jpf.go.jp/watch/jffonline2022/new_ zealand/... for more information.

If you’re keen to play hockey, please get in touch - we’d love you to join us! There is more information on the website www. wakatipuhockeyclub.co.nz or email us at wakatipuhockeyclub@gmail.com

All the hard work pays off at Queenstown Harvest Community Gardens

GROUNDED - BACK TO THE WAY THINGS WERE

by Sue Fea It seems the craziness of Covid times has grounded people, bringing everybody back to earth… literally.

There’s been a boom in grow your own vegetables and a strong interest in going native to restore and rejuvenate the environment.

Queenstown Harvest (Community) Gardens’ committee member Megan Palmer says people definitely want to be more self-sufficient, initially because of lockdowns and more recently with the threat of self-isolation.

There’s been a real spike in enquiries.

“We’ve had to reintroduce a waiting list, which we haven’t done for almost seven years when the gardens doubled in size to the current 1.5ha.”

The garden has 60 paid-up members and six for whom the minimum $20 annual donation has been waived due to hardship. There’s no room to expand the now burgeoning gardens any further with mostly families and young people flatting taking advantage of the space to grow their own produce, she says.

“We’ve had local chefs coming to grow their own produce, everyone from a vet to a retired dentist, even a climatologist has applied for a plot,” says Megan.

Anything grown must be for personal not commercial use. “That’s not the spirit of a community garden as we’re a registered charity.” Excess produce may not be sold by the members, although in the past Megan says they’ve held fundraising stalls at the Remarkables Market with all the funds donated back to Queenstown Harvest Gardens.

Members grow all manner of amazing produce at the gardens from globe artichokes and garlic, to saffron and beautiful flowers. For many they’re also just seeking solace in the soil during these uncertain times.

“I think there’s a whole mix of reasons why there’s been such a boom in home gardening from the Covid crisis forcing people back home and concerns that they may not be able to get to the supermarket, to a much greater environmental awareness.”

The garden co-op even has two chicken coops on site and a recently completed, community-funded family play and barbeque area is proving hugely popular.

Wilding & Co director Michael Sly says there’s definitely more interest in gardening and caring for the environment, whether that be through planting native trees or vegetables. “People want to get involved and learn how to understand plants and the soil,” he says.

Michael has had a strong demand for the mulch he delivers in his mini ‘Mr Chippie’ tip truck. For every Smart Environment skip bin he fills with mulch for larger landscaping projects a free skip full is donated to a local community planting project as part of US company, Doterra’s community impact programme. Wilding & Co supplies local Douglas Fir pine oil to Doterra which produces essential oils, soaps and aromatherapy products from the oil.

“There’s more localisation of food supply which is great for the environment,” says Michael. “That’s driven by a need for self or community dependence and a consciousness of the supply chain.” Localised options for food are a great way of keeping a community self-reliant and even once tourism resumes people want that local ‘story’ with their food, he says. “We need to be aware of that demand heading into the future and support these market gardens and market days.”

There are a number of wonderful market gardens springing up around the district with Welcome Rock in Garston supplying the public, as well as restaurants, cafes and local market days with organically grown produce.

Market gardener Brendan Lopez says there’s definitely been more demand from the Wakatipu public for his fresh veggie boxes, delivered contactless, during the past month. “Less people are wanting to get out and about so they’re looking for the next best option,” he says. Welcome Rock Gardens was born out of the main 2020 lockdown when Brendan was working as a Woofer on the property during his bike-packing tour around New Zealand.

He stopped there for two and a half weeks to help process firewood and that’s turned into two years, with Brendan now loving his new home.

With autumn approaching Megan says it’s time to get seeds sown for onions and brassicas and salad greens can also get underway now to be harvested as microgreens.

Almost 100 people have joined the Shotover Country Community Gardens Facebook group in anticipation of another community garden launching there. Organiser Camille Khouri says there’s a lot of interest, but it’s just a matter of finding the right spot. “Many people out here don’t have space for a garden and some are in small units,” she says. The interest group is talking with the Queenstown Lakes District Council in the hope of securing an area on the Ladies Mile site, earmarked for community activities.

Happiness House also operates a community garden on its Park Street site.

Volunteers get to work at the Queenstown Harvest Community Gardens

Page 19

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Services and products we offer include: Aluminium scaffolds and tube Tube and clip Steel scaffolding Stair and ladder access Tube and fittings Edge/Void protection Perimeter railing

Freephone 0800 10 24 24 Phone 027 562 3212 Address 14 Wolter Cr, Cromwell Email scott@excelscaffolding.co.nz

Working Remotely and need your LWB weekly fix?

You can grab your copy from a location close to you.

DOWNTOWN:

Frankton | Five Mile | Glenda Drive:

• Betty’s Liquor Store - Camp Street

• Mackenzie Coffee - Glenda Drive

• Betty’s Liquor Store - Beach Street

• Five Mile Carpark - Under Countdown

• Shotover Street - laneway previously Habebes

• Café Society – Five Mile (outside)

• Four Square - Shotover Street

• Queenstown Events Centre - Frankton

• Devil Burger - Church Street (outside)

• Frankton Library

• QAC - Duke Street (outside)

• BP Gas Station - Frankton Road

• Super Liquor - Stanley Street

• Z Gas Station - Frankton Road

• Post Box Lobby - Behind 1876

• Super Liquor - Remarkables Park

• Queenstown Mall

• New World - Remarkables Park

• BrewWorx - btn Beach and Shotover Streets

• Laundromat - Hawthorne Ave

ARTHURS POINT: • Cargo Bentley Pub and Café • Cargo Brewery - Shotover Jet • Swiss Bell

• Pak n Save - Glenda Drive

• Betty’s Liquor Store - Frankton • Placemakers - Glenda Drive LAKE HAYES: • The Hayes Pub - Onslow Road

GORGE ROAD:

KINGSTON:

• Raeward Fresh

• Alpine Start

• Queenstown Library

WANAKA:

• Fresh Choice Supermarket

• Betty’s Liquor Store - Ardmore Street

• Caltex Gas Station

• New World - Dunmore Street

• Salvation Army Store

• Florences Café

• Hospice Shop FERNHILL: • Fernhill Dairy - Fernhill Road

CARDRONA: • General Store - Cardrona Valley Rd • The Junction - Cardrona Valley Rd

M Lf Soy

by Sue Fea

QUEENSTOWN’S OWN SOUTHERN MAN – BRIAN DAGG Brian Dagg grew up on Coronet Peak Station during the 1960s and 70s in a time well before the acronyms OSH and PC had been invented.

You’d think that after 40 years scrambling the steep inclines of the vast 23,000ha station – a total expanse of 62,000 acres once the family bought neighbouring Mount Dewar Station - that Brian would’ve been happy to settle in a gully somewhere.

But no. After he and wife, Dale Dagg, sold the station almost 20 years ago after earlier buying the family out Brian set out to reach new heights.

He first climbed Kilimanjaro. “I don’t know why I did it. I just thought it would be quite cool to stand on top of Africa. I read a lot of Wilbur Smith back then.” Brian climbed with a party of nine Aussies. “They gave the Kiwis a bit of stick. It was fun.” He had no intention of climbing any steep mountains. “It just happened.” Before he knew it he’d knocked off the world’s Seven Summits Brian doing one of his Southern Man stints back in the day in seven continents between 2011 and 2017, stretching from Antarctica to Africa. Among them the world’s highest – Mount Everest, which he feels very fortunate to have Brian and Dale took their two sons, now 36 and 29, and spent back to back six-month seasons in Canada where Brian coached rugby in Calgary. He also summited. coached a national Under 19 side in Malaysia.

It was all a far cry from Brian’s humble upbringing as the youngest little nipper among Bill and Alvena Dagg’s three kids - something too that his Like any good country boy Brian competed in regional dog trials and is still parents probably thought he may never achieve. As a five to seven-year-old heavily involved in the local club. He got his first pup at 13, and second a Brian suffered from Perthes disease – a rare condition of the hip affecting year later. children. “I had an iron on my leg for 18 months and it was pretty tough His was a childhood like no other. Pocket money wasn’t heard of back then watching everyone running around during playtime.” but many would say now he had a very privileged upbringing. “It was a treat The whole ordeal has made him extremely grateful for a fit and functioning to help Dad and if we could drive the tractor or the truck that was a bonus.

We learned at a young age.” body. Sport and active adventures became his life from then on.

A skilled horseman, Brian was riding competitively from a young age representing Central Otago, the Otago Southland team and even competing in the New Zealand championships in 1976.

Rugby’s been a huge part of his life, playing age-group representative rugby for Otago Under-20s and Otago Country, as well as high school and Wakatipu rugby. His calm determination made him a popular coach.

Brian recalls steering the truck from about five while his dad fed out sheep.

“We were driving Dad’s Land Rover, towing a trailer, along the Skippers Road from the age of 12 or 13.” He was laying possum lines singlehandedly in the back country at the same age. “We were always camping out and possuming – carrying rifles. We knew how to cook out there too.” He and his mates would head off in to the hills on horseback at 14, or to the Arrow River, arriving home on dark. “There were no cellphones back then and no cars on the roads. It was a big deal if we saw a car and it was always someone we knew,” recalls Brian.

His mates had pushbikes and he didn’t so they’d ride out from Queenstown and swap him for his horse.

They rode out to Morven Ferry to Pony Club and the jump training course consisted of riding round the neighbourhood farms and jumping their fences.

Brian scored his first weekend job at 12 at the Arrowtown Four Square. “I’d stay there with Nana and Grandad. If we got up to anything in Arrowtown Mum always knew by the time we got home, thanks to the Bush Telegraph.” His mum grew up on Thurlby Domain and later the cottage that is now Provisions Cafe where a tradesman recently found one of her books tucked in the lining of a wall.

Brian on the summit of Mount Everest after climbing 29,035 feet (8849.8m)

A trip into town to the movies was a big treat.

“Winnies was our movie theatre with its open-air roof and the stars all shining through. I saw Born Free in that open theatre,” recalls Brian, fondly.

Page 21

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Brian on South Georgia Island after being invited on Shackleton’s 100th anniversary with Sir Peter Hillary and Jamling Norgay in 2016

He would hit the big screen in a small way himself during the 1980s when he became the Speights face of the typical ‘Southern Man’. Noted for his regular Driza-Bone trenchcoat and stockman’s hat, Lion Breweries plastered him on billboards and posters with Brian even making a TV ad debut in a well-known Speights ad. He travelled the country appearing on his trusty horse, Skipper, for parades and pub openings. “I rode my horse into the packed Gardies (Gardens) pub during Dunedin O-Week once and took it up in the lift at Rydges Queenstown, with five dogs barking in tow, for a conference crowd.”

There were 230 kids at the former Queenstown District High School ranging from Primer One to Form Six. Brian performed well at school. That was until he fell for an older woman in the sixth form when he and Dale, one year his senior, began dating.

CELEBRATE YOUR LOVE at the water’s edge All-inclusive elopement and wedding packages available, to find out more or to book a wedding show around email events@edgewater.co.nz

“I had thought I’d like to be a vet or an Air Force pilot, but I got a bit disillusioned with school during my last year.” He took a year off and by the following year, at the tender age of 19, he was a partner in Coronet Peak Station with brother, John, and dad Bill. “We’re pretty lucky to have Dad, now 91.” Bill and his brothers miraculously walked away from a light plane crash in a snow storm on Mount Soho checking stock in 1965. The plane plunged 300m.

For now the travel yearning is luring Brian back to Pakistan this year to have another crack at K2 after severe storms and avalanches prevented his summit there.

Meantime he’s still contract mustering locally and life’s pretty good. “I’ve got six dogs, a horse and I’m outside in the hills every day. It’s not a bad office.”

03 443 0017 events@edgewater.co.nz www.edgewater.co.nz

Arts+Culture Jackie Bristow releases new album

by Bethany Rogers

New Zealand Americana star, Jackie Bristow, is set to release her fifth studio album on 4th March.

Outsider was created over five years, with songs written across America and some of the recording and production done in New Zealand.

“It’s been amazing. I’m in Queenstown and I’m dealing in the international world every day. I have felt a bit isolated because I’ve missed that support network that I have in America – I miss my peers there […] but the new world is different. You can live and work anywhere now. I’ve been doing a lot here.”

Jackie adds that that pandemic did mean that Outsider took longer to plan, write and record than usual, but it hasn’t dampened her enthusiasm. Omnicron has put a temporary spanner in the works, but Jackie will be touring again later this year.

“I’m so excited [to do live performances]. I feel a little rusty, it was a daily part of my life, travelling and playing, and I obviously haven’t been able to do a lot of that. But I feel really excited to be able to go out there and play shows again soon.”

Until then, Jackie’s new album can be pre-ordered via her website (jackiebristow.com) or Bandcamp (jackiebristow.bandcamp.com).

She promises there’ll be some sort of special live online performance marking the album’s launch on 4th March. Keep your eyes peeled.

Originally from Gore, Jackie’s career has spanned multiple countries and locations. Wanderlust and a talent for Country and Americana music saw her settle in America, but a New Zealand tour coincided with the pandemic and led Jackie to come full circle.

Currently living in Queenstown, Jackie’s newest album reflects an international effort and both New Zealand and American influences.

“I started writing the album in Los Angeles while living in Hollywood,” explains Jackie, “There’s a song in it about the troubadour songwriters and all the songs that came out of the Californian canyons.

“I finished the second half of the album in Nashville. There’s more Swamp and R&B in there. But the roots of it are Americana. There are some thoughtful songs, but it’s upbeat. It’s got a lot of movement in it. […] I’d say this is my most genre-refined album yet.”

The gentle country track ‘Shakin’ My Bones’ was written after a visit to the Californian deserts, but the music video was shot in the remote Nevis Valley with local director/cinematographer Rajendra Patel.

“Shooting this video was one of those magical days,” says Jackie, “I wanted to capture the epic New Zealand desert vibes, and we were blessed with a beautiful blue sky and a gorgeous sunset. It was a peaceful day and a very natural and fun shoot. Like being in the desert in California, I felt my mood lift and that same peaceful feeling of being connected to the earth.”

Though there have been challenges, Jackie’s enjoyed re-connecting with her New Zealand roots and building a network here.

As well as working on Outsider, Jackie has been running songwriting workshops for seven to ten years old in partnership with Turn Up the Music Trust. This spawned Jackie B and the Mini Band, which features the singing and songwriting skills of seven young local musicians. Their album, Shooting Star, was released earlier this month.

Page 23

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Art News Local Arts Funding round closes this week (February 25th) Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) The Creative Communities Scheme works to strengthen the local art community. Projects that get funded do at least one of the following: • encourage participation — creating opportunities for local communities to engage with, and participate in local arts activities • support diversity — supporting the diverse artistic cultural traditions of local communities • enable young people — they provide opportunities for young people (under 18 years) to engage with, and participate in the arts How to apply: Anyone who would like to deliver an arts based project in the Queenstown Lakes District can apply for a grant from the Creative Communities Scheme. Read the applicant guide and complete the application form: www.qldc.govt.nz/community/community-funding Any enquires can go to QLDC’s Relationship Manager Jan Maxwell on 034410469 or email jan.maxwell@qldc.co.nz

First Frieze Los Angeles since the pandemic began opened last Thursday in a new Beverly Hills venue With the 2022 fair circuit up in the air with numerous fairs postponed, the organisers of Frieze Los Angeles are pressing ahead with the third edition of the Californian fair. After a pause last year the fair returns with more than 100 galleries with 39 dealers from across Los Angeles.

The fair takes place at a new location, adjacent to the Beverly Hilton hotel, in a bespoke structure designed by the company Why. Crucially, Frieze Los Angeles is a major test of the market following the rapid spread of the Omicron variant.

The newly appointed director of Frieze Los Angeles and Frieze New York, Christine Messineo says: “We have now had extensive experience of how to make a fair work in these conditions. Frieze New York was the first fair to return in person last year and was followed by Frieze London and Frieze Masters, where the market demonstrated its strength.”

What’s On “Come Away With Me” - From Sondheim to Carol King Emily Burns Local songstress Emily Burns has covered just about every genre of song one could imagine; from Classical, Contemporary, Broadway to Jazz. For the past three years Emily has shuttled between LA and NZ, employed as one of Princess Cruises star performers. Then in 2020 she found herself stranded at sea, unable to find passage back to NZ. Thankfully, with a stroke of luck, she managed to get back into NZ. Emily has an extraordinary catalogue of song under her belt. Her voice is a flawless blend of Judy Garland and Whitney Houston. If you haven’t caught Emily yet, do not miss this show, as she will not be staying in Queenstown for too much longer.

“Come Away With Me” is a selection of Emily’s favourite songs from Sondheim to Carol King, with some hilarious stories from her travels thrown in.

restore your core To build a strong body you need a strong foundation. This three part workshop strengthens and stabilizes the spine, deep abdominals, shoulders and hips.

when

28 February, 7 and 14 March – Mondays 6.30pm to 7.15pm

cost

$49 members, $59 non-members

BOOK ONLINE QLDC.GOVT.NZ/CORE FROM 8 FEBRUARY

Emily will be joined by Mark Wilson (piano) and Alex Pyle (guitar).

When: Friday 25th Feb 2 shows 6:30 and 8:30 Where: The Blue Door, 18 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown Tickets at Queenstown App Events and Eventbrite

@QLDCSportRec

qldc.govt.nz/recreation

Page 24

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN

Security upgrade at ZQN

by Paul Taylor

Passengers boarding planes at Queenstown Airport now have to go through body scanners.

The technology is used to detect items worn or carried on someone’s body that could be a threat, such as knives.

It can also identify non-metallic items.

The Advanced Image Technology Body Scanners, which went live on Monday, are intended to provide a less intrusive screening method for passengers.

The scanners use non-ionising millimetre-wave technology, rather than the ionising radiation of an x-ray. The low intensity waves and short duration of the scan means that passengers are exposed to less energy than other common everyday devices such as mobile phones.

There are no known health risks from undergoing a scan, so passengers who have a medical condition or are pregnant should not be concerned.

Unfortunately, the new scanners mean passengers will no longer be able to carry unsealed liquids through to departure, including coffee.

While they’ve attracted criticism internationally for producing a ‘naked’ image of passengers, producing an unclothed image of a person is a breach of New Zealand’s Aviation Crimes Act. So, over here, the security staff are instead presented with a featureless, genderless, outline figure on screen, with areas of concern highlighted.

The technology has been in use in the United States since 2010, when Al Qaeda terrorist Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab attempted to blow up a Detroitbound jet with plastic explosives concealed in his underwear.

In New Zealand, they have been introduced to four airports - Dunedin, Wellington, Auckland and now Queenstown - over the past three years.

They are part of a $100 million security upgrade package by the Aviation Security Service (AvSec) and an $8 million terminal upgrade project at Queenstown, which includes seismic strengthening.

There are three scanners in Queenstown’s departures screening area, which will swing between international and domestic departures.

Mike Rivers, AvSec Queenstown Station Manager, says the AIT technology is one of several tools officers can use to ensure people aren’t taking anything on to a flight that is not permitted.

“The safety of all passengers and the airport environment is our number one priority,” Rivers says.

“If a passenger has to go through the body scanner it is a very simple and easy process with nothing to worry about.

“It only takes about ten seconds and all images are deleted once the passenger is cleared.”

Need Immigration advice?

Come talk to the team at Collective Consulting. The local experts in their field. Honest professionals that will get your Immigration matter sorted.

03 428 2672 info@ccqt.nz www.ccqt.nz

ENTERTAINMENT Our team has curated some of our favorite suggestions on the best entertainment options current available.

Here are a few more we have discovered and can thoroughly recommend.

YouTube Channel

THORAYA MARONESY Thoraya Maronesy is a filmmaker who has risen to widespread popularity for her self-titled YouTube channel. Her interactive short films and experiences with strangers, including her series “Call Your Crush”, “Read a secret, leave a secret” and “Pure Impressions”, have earned her more than 130 million total views and 1.76M subscribers.

In her podcast website she says, “I spend my life meeting strangers and engaging them in intimate conversations with me, and sometimes even with one another. In this new podcast, I share these strangers with you, an audience of other strangers, in hopes that one day we won’t feel so “strange” to one another anymore.”

Movie

EXTINCTION Extinction is a 2018 American science fiction action film directed by Ben Young and written by Spenser Cohen and Brad Kane. The film is about a father who has a recurring dream/vision about the loss of his family while witnessing an evil force bent on destruction.

Peter, an engineer, has recurring nightmares in which he and everyone he knows suffer through violent, alien invasion-like confrontations with an unknown enemy. This causes him to have a strained relationship with his wife, Alice, and his daughters Hanna and Lucy. He reluctantly visits a clinic to receive psychiatric help, only to find a patient there who reveals that he is having the same visions, and that the psyche would only suppress these visions. This prompts Peter to believe his visions are of an upcoming invasion.

Movie

I AM NOT AN EASY MAN I Am Not an Easy Man (French: Je ne suis pas un homme facile) is a 2018 French romantic comedy directed by Éléonore Pourriat. The film stars Vincent Elbaz as a chauvinist who ends up in a parallel universe where stereotypical gender roles are reversed.

Damien is a shameless chauvinist who has all the benefits of living in a patriarchal society. After a bump to the head, Damien passes out. When he wakes up, he finds himself in what seems to be an alternate universe where gender roles are reversed and women have the power. Damien feels confused: now that he experiences sexism he struggles to find his place in this foreign new world. He meets and seduces Alexandra, an influential novelist who is herself a chauvinist.

Netflix

INVENTING ANNA Inventing Anna is a fascinating new Netflix miniseries created produced by Shonda Rhimes and inspired by the New York magazine article “How Anna Delvey Tricked New York’s Party People” by Jessica Pressler.

The show is a true-crime series following the exploits of Anna Sorokin played by Julia Garner, who was better known as Anna Delvey, a Russianborn fraudster who posed as a German heiress to defraud banks, hotels and acquaintances out of thousands of dollars while she stayed in New York and lived a luxurious life at everyone else’s expense.

The story is told from the perspective of Vivian (Anna Chlumsky), a fictionalised version of Jessica Pressler who broke the story in 2017, and told through the eyes of everyone that knew her. It’s a riveting watch.

Everybody who got involved with Anna got swept up in her wake and in her life. There was no one version of Anna and the best way to find out the different sides to Anna is to watch the reporter talk to all of the different people and hear their version of what Anna was to them.

HOSPO GUIDE 1876

Tuesday

Wednesday

$10 Food specials every day

Ladies night $10 pornstar martini’s Brett Walker

Thursday

$10 Chicken or Mac n Cheese parmy with fries

Friday

Saturday

6pm

6pm

DJ Ribera in Jah Fire in the the courtyard courtyard

Sunday

UFC 1pm $7 Bloody Mary’s

$10 FOOD SPECIALS, $5 HOUSE BEERS, WINES & SPIRITS ALL DAY EVERY DAY!!

Every Day from 3pm-8pm Free Bar Snacks Tuesday 22nd

FREE Pizza Night

Wednesday to Sunday

Fried Chicken Day $17 Pizza Specials at Eatery (Frankton)

Monday and Tuesday Closed Open Wednesday to Sunday 5pm to 9pm for contactless pick ups and deliveries

Tuesday

Parmi and a drink $29

FREE Pool and Shuffle Board Game.

FREE Bull Riding.

Or just relax and enjoy a night out at Cowboys.

Every Thursday

Danny Atkins Live Music 2-5pm at 11th

$14 Burgers

12-4pm at 11th Avenue (Shotover) Thursday

Pizza Night

Sunday

Karaoke from 9pm – 1am with FREE spicy chicken wings from 8pm-12am.

Wednesday

20% off any large pizza

at Go (Frankton)

FREE delivery in Fernhill and Sunshine Bay with purchase over $25

Friday

Saturday 26th

Avenue (Shotover)

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for latest specials and updates

www.lokalqt.co.nz

Sunday

Saturday Roast Dinner Sirloin Steaks Burger and $22!

All you can $28 $24 for one or a Drink $25!

Sunday Trad two for $45! eat ribs Stonegrills Treble Trouble Session from Calico live for $25 all day! live from 9pm 5pm from 9pm PLANNING AN EVENT OR FUNCTION? ASK ABOUT HIRING OUR UPSTAIRS BAR! Wednesday

Thursday

Monday

$28 Stonegrills all day

LIVE MUSIC DJ’S SPORTS BAR SPECIALS EVENTS NIGHT

22nd FEB - 28th FEB Lunch from $10

Live Sport streaming daily

Serving up lunch from just $10 Available daily between 12pm and 4pm

Watch all of your favourite matchups live & loud Streaming daily between 11am – 12am

The Bunker DINE ● WINE ● COCKTAILS ● LATE NIGHT COW LANE, QUEENSTOWN Est. 1997

Friday

Thursday

HAPPY HOUR

Saturday

DJ JT 10pm

DJ Zahn Walker 10pm

WING IT WEDNESDAYS

$23 House Combos

Available daily 6pm – 10pm Grab dinner and either a house drink or soft drink for just $23!

Sunday

DJ Foz 10pm

SUPER RUGBY

DJ Charlie 10pm POKER NIGHT

CAESAR SUNDAYS

6:30PM 4-6PM FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY $2 OFF ALL DAY SOUTHERN LAKES HALF OFF WINGS | ALL DAY MONDAY POKER SOCIETY FRIDAY ALL SPORTS. ALL DAY. LIVE & LOUD | OPEN FROM 12PM | FOLLOW US ON FB+INSTA FOR ALL UPCOMING SPORTING EVENTS

Happy Hour everyday 4-6pm $WBC Pints, $8 Wines, $8 Spirits

$16 Daily Cocktail Specials

Wednesday

$10 Wings

Sunday

(Chicken or Blue Cod)

2 for $20 Snacks & Sharing

#SUPPORTLOCAL Making Nights In Better Than Nights Out ...Since 2022 Give us a call or drop us a line for contactless delivery!

A huge thanks from us for your incredible ongoing support!

Lenka & Dave

Queenstown best value bar $5 House beers, wines & spirits

155 Fernhill Road | 03 442 5444 Order Online - www.lokalqt.co.nz Free Delivery in Fernhill & Sunshine Bay for orders over $25

$10 daily food specials $10 Espresso Martini’s Live music & Dj’s Wednesday-Sunday 45 Ballarat Street, Queenstown

Crowning Shot

Sunflowers create joy on the Crown Terraces, with the early morning sun speaking to the start of another glorious day.

Feb 2022

DAVID GIBBS

TRAIN YOURBRAIN CAPTION COMPETITION

SUDOKU THE BEST DAMNED PIZZA IN THIS LIFE OR THE NEXT Send in your funniest Caption to be in the chance to WIN 1 x Double Pizza Voucher from Hell Pizza! Submit your entry via www.lwb.co.nz or our Facebook Page by 3pm Thursday.

3

4

6 8

2

2 3B Searle Lane www.hellpizza.com

?

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

18.

19.

20.

21.

22.

23.

24.

25.

26.

27.

28.

29.

30.

31.

32.

33.

LWB QUIZ

In the PG Wodehouse novels, who is Bertie Wooster’s manservant?

Who had a 1978 hit with Song for Guy? What is a Scottish water sprite in the form of a horse called?

Who were the Rockers’ 1960s rivals?

The Woolpack pub is featured in which long-running TV series?

What is the capital of Portugal?

Who were Gladys Knight’s backing group?

What term is given to a blacksmith’s iron block?

What is a grinding tooth called?

Which soft, bland foodstuff is made from soya beans?

In a limerick, which lines should rhyme with the second line?

What is the longest river in South America?

Which Cumbrian town is famous for its mint cake?

In which month is Armistice Day? What is the name of the Marquess of Bath’s stately home in Wiltshire?

Which ballet features the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy?

How many fiddlers does Old King Cole have in the nursery rhyme?

Who wrote Far from the Madding Crowd (1874)?

Which fictional village is the setting for The Arches?

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Toxteth is an area of which Englich city?

What is the musical term for a range of eight notes?

Which actor starred in the 1984 film Footloose?

What is the Irish name for Ireland?

What are young goats called?

Which character on a musical stave determines pitch?

Which soft-bodied crustacean lives in the empty shells of other molluscs such as whelks?

Who played Pam in Gavin & Stacey?

What is the name of the red pigment in blood?

What is the name of Elvis Presley’s Memphis estate?

Which singer’s backing band were called The Wailers?

Which Australian marsupial feeds on eucalyptus leaves?

Which hormone, secreted by the pineal gland, induces speepiness?

4

9

3

1

2

6

4

9 3

4

9

1 2

5

5

1

4 4

3

7

6

8

Answers in next weeks LWB

RIDDLE When is a door no longer a door?

SUDOKU ANSWER

CAPTION COMPETITION Top notch re-moo-val services!

Winner of the last Caption Competition is Polly Congratulations you won 1x Double Pizza Voucher from Hell Pizza. Collect your voucher from the LWB office.

1

5

6

2

3

9

7

8

4

7

4

3

8

5

6

9

2

1

9

8

2

1

4

7

5

6

3

3

7

5

4

1

2

8

9

6

6

1

4

9

7

8

2

3

5

2

9

8

3

6

5

4

1

7

4

6

9

7

8

3

1

5

2

5

2

1

6

9

4

3

7

8

8

3

7

5

2

1

6

4

9

QUIZ ANSWERS: 1. Jeeves | 2. Sir Elton John | 3. Kelpie | 4. The Mods | 5. Emmerdale | 6. Lisbon | 7. The Pips | 8. Anvil | 9. Molar | 10. Tofu | 11. First and fifth | 12. Amazon | 13. Kendal | 14. November | 15. Longleat | 16. The Nutcracker | 17. Three | 18. Thomas Hardy | 19. Ambridge | 20. Jupiter | 21. Liverpool | 22. Octave | 23. Kevin Bacon | 24. Eire | 25. Kids | 26. Clef | 27. Hermit crab | 28. Alison Steadman | 29. Haemoglobin | 30. Graceland | 31. Bob Marley | 32. Koala | 33. Melatonin RIDDLE: When it’s ajar

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022

Ph: 03 409 2800 info@qmg.co.nz jobfix.co.nz

Page 30

VACANCIES

FIND THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CAREER

We are currently inviting applications for a

SOUS CHEF OR SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE The successful applicant will have proven experience in a fine dining environment and demonstrate sound work ethics.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an internationally acclaimed luxury lodge.

Accommodation available in the Glenorchy area.

Applications to: chef@blanketbay.com CV’s and references required.

CSR / Groomer plus shuttle driver Applicants interested must have friendly /pleasant customer service approach.

Clean presentation / understand Team culture.

Flexibility with days of work - must be available in the weekend.

Clean drivers' licence.

Appropriate training will be provided to the right candidate.

Sponsorship provided for the right applicant.

www.blanketbay.com

Please forward your CV/cover letter to shobana@omegarentals.com

ROOM ATTENDANTS HOUSE PERSON PUBLIC AREA CLEANER QT Queenstown & Rydges Queenstown has an excellent opportunity for room attendants to join our friendly team.

Starting rate $23.00 per hour.

You must be committed to delivering the highest standard of presentation, cleanliness and guest experience that QT Queenstown/ Rydges Queenstown has to offer.

Please apply to kim_haynes@evt.com if this is the dream job you have been waiting for.

REQUIRED NOW!!!!!!

Skilled and Unskilled Labourers Looking for casual, temporary or long term work??

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

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

We are currently looking for long term Plasterboard Fixers, Plasterboard Stoppers or Trainees for roles in Queenstown and the surrounding area: You will need to have the following attributes:

Plasterboard Fixers and Stoppers • Have relevant trade experience.

• Good communication skills, English verbal and written.

• Attention to detail.

• Work well in a team environment.

• Must have own transport and tools.

Trainees • Good communication skills, English verbal and written.

• Attention to detail and able to follow Instructions.

• Be a competent, disciplined and hardworking Individual who is keen to learn.

• Work well in a team environment.

• Must have own transport.

Building Labourer Wanted For full time residential building work.

2 to 3 years previous experience in the construction industry is required.

Competitive hourly rate.

Must have full drivers licence and own reliable transport.

Good spoken English essential.

Contact Mike on 027 566 3489 or email mikekelly77@hotmail.com

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

If this sounds like a position that will motivate you, and you would like to join our team then please express your interest by emailing a cover letter and CV to info@bbinteriors.co.nz

The Amore Day Spa We are looking for a full time Beauty Therapist.

Please email your CV to theamorecowlane@gmail.com

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022

Page 31 SITUATIONS VACANT

Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

Where to next for your career?

QUALIFIED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN Aircraft Service Agent Queenstown Airport Air New Zealand at Queenstown Airport have Permanent Aircraft Service Agent opportunities available.

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.

You will need at least three years previous workshop experience.

You will also need to be organised, be able work in an efficient, unsupervised manner and be health and safety conscious. A Warrant of Fitness certificate is not necessary but would be an advantage.

We offer great pay and conditions for the right candidates.

Must have a valid work visa to apply.

Please call Donny on 03 442 4188 or email your CV and covering letter to automotivesolutions1@xtra.co.nz to apply.

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.

FIND THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY

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 or restricted NZ drivers licence is required.

FOR YOUR CAREER

• 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.

DELIVERY DRIVER Southern Lakes Laundries is a linen hire and Industrial laundry facility servicing accommodation and hospitality clients throughout the Southern Lakes region.

We are looking for a friendly, professional Delivery Driver to join our team.

Your Job responsibilities will include:

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.

Please note this role is covered by the Air New Zealand Group Vaccination Policy and will require you to have received at least your first COVID-19 vaccination prior to commencing work. This information will be captured as part of the pre-employment process.

• Delivery and collection of linen to our clients.

• Developing and maintaining good customer relations.

• Safe operation of company vehicles.

To be considered for this role you must: • Be physically fit as the job requires lifting heavy bags of laundry.

• Have a full class 1 driver’s licence, • Have solid driving experience and sound understanding of the New Zealand Road Code and defensive driving techniques.

• Be a promoter of safe work practices.

You must also be:

careers.airnewzealand.co.nz

• • • •

Punctual, reliable and responsible.

A strong communicator.

Clean, tidy and well presented.

Availability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

To apply for this position please submit a covering letter with your CV to: silvi.locatelli @southernlakeslaundries.co.nz

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022 Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

FIND THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CAREER

Page 32 SITUATIONS VACANT

Amazing job opportunities alert!

We have the following roles up for grabs: • Housekeepers • Kitchen Hands • Wait Staff • Host/Greeter

(part-time weekend work)

• Sommelier Chefs of all levels: • Breakfast Chef

(full / part time hours)

• Chef de Partie Additionally, we have a variety of casual/short term work available – email for more information!

To apply, email hr@gibbstonvalley.com

PREP CHEF / KITCHEN HAND

• Spa Therapist Apply through Seek!

We look forward to hearing from you!

For the right candidate flexible working hours available (mornings, early afternoon shifts).

It's time to love your job. Join the best team here at Kamana Lakehouse and Nest kitchen + bar.

Who we are: top rated independent hotel and restaurant with a great team culture.

Showing true care for our team wellbeing, with 100% full time-staff retention during all Covid waves.

What we strive to offer: anniversary free stays, discounted rates, flexible work schedule, daily meals, mindfulness program, career prospects, self-development tools, nurturing environment.

Bonus: join now and get a free night stay including breakfast & dinner + an epic soak tub experience upon successfully completing you 90 days trial period.

Who you are: enthusiastic team player with a desire to make a positive impact on our guest experience and team culture.

So if you are ready to join an ambitious yet nurturing team, reach out and make it happen.

We are looking for: • Food and Beverage Manager • Bartender/Mixologist/Bar Supervisor • Food and beverage attendant • Guest service agent • Chef De Partie • Kitchen Porter • Room Attendant

Good Remuneration for the right candidate.

Send us your current resume the role you are applying for with references & copy of valid work permit if applicable, to Jagan@kamana.co.nz Kamana Lakehouse, 139 Fernhill Rd, Queenstown

Experience in a commercial kitchen desired.

Role Requires: • Food preparation • Organisation • General kitchen set up • Dish washing Training and opportunity to progress through the kitchen for the right applicant. Pay rate dependant on experience as well as full staff meals & drinks provided on shift, staff discount when not at work and paid meal breaks.

Send your CV/Cover Letter to hello@theforkandtap.co.nz

Kitchen Porter / Kitchenhand Sherwood is looking for a reliable & proactive Kitchen porter to join our busy restaurant team.

Must be hard working, reliable and have a ‘can do’ attitude. Mainly evening shifts you will be responsible for keeping the kitchen clean, putting through dishes & some light prep work.

Chef de Partie Sherwood is looking for a Chef de Partie to join their busy kitchen team. Founded around sustainability Sherwood has NZ’s largest operating kitchen garden, a focus on local, seasonal produce, exceptional food & a 100% natural wine list. Must have a minimum of three years experience in professional kitchens, be a driven, self-starter that can work unsupervised as well as follow direction.

Excellent communication skills and personal presentation is a must as you will be working in an open kitchen.

Contact hayley@sherwoodqueenstown.nz if interested.

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022 Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

Page 33 SITUATIONS VACANT

Advertise your job vacancy

HIRING SALES CONSULTANTS NOW!

Upload online at jobfix.co.nz

STARTING RATE $25 Per Hour + Weekly Bonus CSAQ PROPERTY MANAGER KingsView school is a state-integrated, non-denominational Christian school located in the heart of Frankton.

We lease a school property that provides for up to 100 students (up to six classrooms). We are looking for a caretaker / property manager who can assist us with a range of operational property matters, including: • Overseeing the execution of our ambitious major upgrade programme in 2022/23.

www.qtcallcentre.com Contact us on: 034411050

• Being the first responder to property issues (plumbing, electrical etc) and arranging for minor repairs and maintenance work.

• Liaising with the landlord’s property manager.

We expect the position to require 10-20 hours per week.

If you have property-related skills, a good communicator, a trustworthy operator, and live in the Frankton area, you might be just the person we are looking for!

Advertise your job vacancy

jobfix.co.nz

For more information, including a position description, please contact Sari Bensch at bizwizbusiness@xtra.co.nz As the school is a Ministry of Education-funded education facility, all applicants will require a police check and must provide proof of full vaccination and adhere to Ministry requirements when onsite at the school.

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022

Page 34 SITUATIONS VACANT

Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

WORK IN PARADISE Millbrook Resort is proud to be awarded Employer of the Year 2021 at the Queenstown Business Awards.

Our work ethos is nurturing and supportive. We are the Millbrook family and take great pride being one of New Zealand's best places to work.

Great careers start right here!

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.

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.

• • • • • • • • • • •

SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY ADVISOR SPA HOST GUEST SERVICES MANAGER CHEF DE PARTIE BARISTA EXPERIENCED WAIT STAFF HOUSEKEEPING ATTENDANT BEAUTY & MASSAGE THERAPIST KITCHEN HAND GUEST SERVICE AGENT COOK/CHEF

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.

Need someone now?

There are currently over 300 willing jobseekers ready to work in the Queenstown area.

Go to jobfix.co.nz

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

Q U E E N S TO W N

We are looking for casual, part time or full time driver for our tourism business in Queenstown.

| NEW ZEALAND

You must have the following: • • • • • • • NJ BlockLaying, PO Box 1930 LABOURER Queenstown 9348,REQUIRED New Zealand m. +64 (0)21 309 482

Must have owne. njblocklaying@gmail.com transport, sunny disposition w. www.njblocklaying.co.nz and be a grafter!

To work as part of a great team with great remuneration. Applicants must have the legal right to work in NZ. Nathan 021 309 482

Valid NZ Class 1 driver license with ‘P’ endorsement.

Availability to work WEEKENDS during the day.

Be well presented.

Have good English and the ability to communicate well.

Ability to keep to a timetable.

Excellent local knowledge an advantage.

Valid working rights in NZ (citizen, resident or work visa).

What we will provide: • A great work environment and the ability to meet many different people daily.

• $24 - $30 p/h (dependent on experience).

• Discounted tours with us and famils with other local businesses who we work with.

Email: enquiries@hoponhopoffwinetours.com

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022

Page 35 SITUATIONS VACANT

Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

Bar Manager Cocktail Bartenders Chef de Partie Ferg’s Bar has established itself as one of the leaders in Cocktails, Wine, Food and Service in Queenstown. We are looking for passionate, reliable staff to join our team.

Why work for us?

Full time hours Training & Development (Cross Training, LCQ/Duty Managers qualifications, apprenticeships) Discounted Food Account Food provided in the staff area Service recognition Staff Parties Rewards & Gifts Birthday Burger Welfare Committee - Monthly activities and initiatives aimed to improve the wellbeing of our team members Roster request system so you can enjoy outside of work activities/events Fun, social and Family environment Visit our careers website at www.fergcareers.com for a full overview of our roles.

Customer Service Support Smart Environmental is New Zealand's largest privately owned and operated waste and recycling company. We have been in business for over 25 years and are justifiably proud of our people and our company.

We have an opportunity for someone who can help our team maintain their excellent customer service to our commercial customers nationwide.

Based in Frankton, Queenstown this role is responsible for providing customer service through managing customer queries, our client processes, onboarding new customers and resolving any service enquiries. In addition, there are some general administration tasks such as data entry, and accounts.

We are looking for someone who:

Delivery Driver Bidfood Queenstown is currently looking for Delivery Driver to join our hard working team. This position will require individuals to deliver goods across Queenstown, Frankton and beyond in a efficient and safe way all while keeping a smile on your face(under your mask). This is an excellent career opportunity to join a stable, highly respected company within the hospitality industry. We offer a competitive remuneration package and staff benefits.

Experience is an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.

Applicants must be able to provide references and must be eligible to work and drive in NZ to apply for this role.

Please send your CV to HR.Queenstown@bidfood.co.nz

• Has great communication and organisational skills and works well in a team environment.

• Has some experience in general administration with some sales experience.

• Is technologically confident and familiar with Microsoft applicationsoutlook, teams, basic excel.

• Puts customer service top of mind and has a passion for delivering.

• Is willing to learn and doesn't mind getting stuck in and doing what needs to be done.

• Good at problem-solving has initiative and hold themselves and others accountable.

• Is justifiably proud of their attention to detail and accuracy.

• Has some experience or exposure to sales and marketing would be an advantage.

• A current full New Zealand driver licence would be great but not necessary.

While we transition through a large growth phase you will be trained in key tasks, and as opportunities arise we aim to promote within the business at a national scale.

Smart Environmental take the health and safety of our people and customers seriously the successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Please note due to NZ Immigration requirements we are obliged to consider candidates that already have the right to work in NZ for this role first. Due to this, we may not be able to support a visa application for this role.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Send your CV to rpeyroux@smartenvironmental.co.nz

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022 Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

FINANCE

Page 36 SITUATIONS VACANT

Administrator

We have a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic Finance Administrator to join our head office team based in Queenstown. You will have excellent attention to detail, be level headed and have great problem-solving skills.

Warehouse Store Person (Freezer)

Key Responsibilities: Timely and accurate Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processing.

Oversee and check all departments expenditure.

Monthly GL reconciliations Business and compliance reporting Dealing with queries from internal and external customers & suppliers.

As part of a great team you will thrive in this hands-on role. You will be willing to provide support when needed and communicate well with key stakeholders within the business. We are looking for a driven and motivated individual with the ability to think beyond the job at hand to see the bigger picture.

This role requires a strong grounding of previous work within a finance role and experience with Xero would be an advantage. You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please send your CV and cover letter to annette@steapconsulting.co.nz

Bidfood Queenstown is currently looking for an Warehouse StorePerson to join our hard working day team. This position has potential to be a multi-site role with the majority of the time spent in our freezer.

This is an excellent career opportunity to join a stable, highly respected company within the hospitality industry. We offer a competitive remuneration package and staff benefits.

Key responsibilities include picking orders for the delivery runs and packing to pallet. You will also be required to receive incoming goods, check inventory and warehouse maintenance. This position requires individuals to be physically fit as there is frequent heavy lifting of up to 25kg.

Previous experience in a warehouse environment is preferable but not essential as full training and appropriate PPE will be provided. Forklift experience also desirable but not essential.

Applicants must be able to provide references and must be eligible to work in NZ to apply for this role.

Please send your CV to HR.Queenstown@bidfood.co.nz

Highland Real Estate Group Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Junior Administrative and Clinical Assistant Position We are getting extremely busy creating beautiful smiles here at Fine Orthodontics and are looking for a full time Junior Administrative and Clinical Assistant to join our close-knit team. Your can-do attitude and great work ethic is key to keeping us doing what we do best!

We offer amazing opportunities to further train and upskill all in a modern environment using state of the art dental technology.

Our awesome patients help make the role extremely rewarding as will the competitive remuneration and fantastic working conditions.

This is a dual role and requires front desk customer facing service as well as some assisting on the clinical side.

In the clinic this would involve preparing, and maintaining instruments, welcoming and settling patients for their visits, helping to explain oral hygiene, appliance care and after care instruction.

A friendly disposition, great verbal and written communication skills and an attention to detail are required. An interest in science and health could be an advantage but full training will be given.

COCKTAIL SPECIALIST / MIXOLOGIST WITH MANA REQUIRED SENIOR WAITER If you are a brightstar and love service and looking after people, mixing the perfect cocktail, have a good knowledge on food and beverage and can say Kia Ora, we would love to talk to you!

Must love a whanau environment.

Singing is encouraged.

Fast, clean, happy and sober is a must!

Send a resume to warren.ratana@gmail.com Lets have a chat, you could be our new star!!!

There is a lot of potential for career development into oral health, orthodontic and other specialist areas.

This could be a great gap year prior to studying Oral Hygiene or Oral heath Therapy at AUT or Otago.

Send your CV with covering letter to alisa@fineortho.co.nz

Advertise your job vacancy

jobfix.co.nz

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022

Page 37 SITUATIONS VACANT

Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

We are looking for

casual, part and full time

Shop Assistant

people to join our amazing team.

Full-time shop assistant URGENTLY needed for our fun and friendly teams at (Church, Shotover, Kawarau Park and Arrowtown). Morning, afternoon, night and weekend shifts are available.

If you have a positive can do attitude and and don’t mind physical work, then you might just be who we are looking for.

Flexible working options available.

We also have hours to suit mums in the evenings or weekends.

Full training will be provided.

Please apply within or email: tricorpholdings@outlook.com

Please send your application and CV to

admin@awomanstouch.co.nz

Lead Carpenter

CARETAKER Gems Educational Childcare: Miro, Kōwhai and Rātā Centres, Lake Hayes Estate and Shotover Country.

Are you a local looking for a change in 2022?

Or had enough of your town in lockdown and want to move to Queenstown?

Do you want to be part of an organisation that has an outstanding reputation for providing a great team culture?

We are looking for a caretaker for a variety of jobs, including: fixing and maintaining resources and equipment, light building work, snow clearing on snow days, gardening (equipment provided, experience helpful but not essential) and small maintenance and repairs within the buildings. This person will need to be fit and active, preferably with a building or trade background. Attention to detail, tidy work habits and a resourceful work ethic are a must along with a sense of humour, 'can do' approach and ability to work within a team. This role could potentially suit a semi retired person.

Approx 10 hours per week.

If you think that Gems could be a natural place for you to shine – then we would love to hear from you.

Please email a CV to recruit@gems.net.nz

To dirt on our hands paint on our faces and flour in our hair...

FIND THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY

We are a steadily growing company focusing on high end architecturally designed new residential builds. Due to our growth, we are looking for a qualified Lead Hammer hand who is organised, hard-working with an eye for detail. Our ideal applicant will have the ability to take charge of a new build and see it through from start to final completion with the very best detailed finishing.

To be considered for this role you would need to: • Be a fully qualified builder or have been in the industry for many years.

• Be a New Zealand Resident or have a visa to work in New Zealand.

• Efficient time management skills are a must.

• Focused on delivering projects on time and within budget every time.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Forward planner and thinker.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• LBP licensed preferred but not a must.

FOR YOUR CAREER Interested? Email your CV to matt.stewart@davidreidhomes.co.nz or call Matt on 022 0102 159.

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022 Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

Page 38 SITUATIONS VACANT

AVIS & Budget Queenstown CAR GROOMERS Are you looking for a job that provides you consistent hours, a regular working pattern and a competitive hourly wage?

Do you have a good eye for detail and a full drivers licence?

We have full and part time roles available and sponsorship is possible for the right candidate.

Apply via email to: luke.dennington@abgroup.co.nz

HEAD CHEF • Historic Gastropub/Restaurant with 19 NZ Craft Beer taps, local wines and delicious food.

• Opportunity to lead a fun, vibrant team.

• Great opportunity to work in a business with an excellent culture.

Your responsibilities will be running an ace team to produce delicious food, with seasonal changes. Efficiency, a passion for food and team building essential.

Our ideal person will have 3-5 years experience in a similar role and a genuine LOVE for what you do.

We can offer you: • Excellent remuneration - $29.00 per hour starting.

• Phone Allowance.

• Fuel Allowance (if located outside of Arrowtown).

• Paid meal breaks.

• Full Staff meals & drinks provided on shift.

• 30% Staff Discount when not at work.

• Excellent Staff House in Arrowtown with subsidised rent.

For full job advert, please visit https://www.seek.co.nz/job/55600405 Send your CV/Cover Letter to hello@theforkandtap.co.nz

Dental Assistant – Full-Time We are looking for a fantastic new team member to join our busy practice at Remarkables Dental. We currently have a full-time position available for a Dental Assistant - this position is to cover maternity leave, with the possibility of becoming permanent.

As a Dental Assistant you will be required to provide chairside assistance to our dentists and hygienists, sterilise instruments, and reception duties as needed.

The successful applicant will: • Be available to work shifts ranging from Monday – Saturday (8am - 5:30pm).

• Previous dental assisting experience is an advantage but not essential – on the job training will be provided.

• Good computer skills.

• Good standard of written and spoken English.

Perks include staff benefits and discounted treatments, being part of a supportive and fun team, and the potential to upskill and receive ongoing training.

The successful applicant will: • A willingness to learn and develop your skills.

• A strong work ethic and ability to communicate effectively.

• A bubbly personality and team-oriented approach to care.

• Attention to detail and good at multitasking.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Please email your resume and cover letter to: admin@wanakadental.co.nz

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 22nd February 2022 - 28th February 2022

Page 39 SITUATIONS VACANT

Ph: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz

myelectrician

$250 sign up bonus!* DO YOU WANT A FUN JOB?

Electrician Required

Are you looking for a job with variety?

A job at Republic Hospitality Group enables you to mix it up and find your best fit. We believe in hospitality a happy team is vital, and we make it our focus to make sure your job works for you.

Myelectrician is requiring an Electrician to join their small Queenstown team.

We own 10 bars & restaurants in Queenstown, all with something different to offer: from pizza restaurants and party bars, to beer garden chilling with pub grub, to sophisticated cocktails and a rooftop with tapas.

Please call Myell on 021 857 267

The perks are hard to beat - let’s start with a $250 sign on bonus, competitive pay, staff pricing in all venues, a free meal on shift, fun training in the psychology of hospitality, accommodation if needed and a work life balance with a bunch of fun welcoming team mates.

McDonald’s Restaurants Queenstown

No experience in the hospo game? – you’ll get all the training you need no worries. We just ask that you’re fun, committed, and enjoy a vibrant team environment. Positions available: Waiters, bartenders, kitchenhands.

We are hiring for the positions of:

Got experience? We’d love to hear from you too. We value fresh ideas and offer career progression. Positions available: Chefs, Pizza Chefs, Cooks, Duty Managers, Bar Managers, Restaurant Managers, Supervisors & experienced Waiters/Bartenders/Mixologists.

To apply please email hr@republicqt.co.nz, or drop in and see us at any of our venues.

We look forward to hearing from you!

OUR VENUES:

are looking to fill permanent, full-time positions for our restaurants in Frankton and Camp St in town.

• • • •

Barista (experience required) Kitchen staff Service/Hospitality Stars Maintenance/Cleaning

Starting rate of $22 an hour for people with flexible availability.

People working late shifts will be paid an additional $2 an hour.

Visa sponsorship offered in the absence of New Zealand applicants.

To apply, please send your CV in to: hr.mcds.qtown@gmail.com or scan the QR Code and apply online.

*T&C’s apply

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Ezi Car Rental is the largest privately owned rental car company in NZ. We are currently seeking motivated applicants for the following positions:

Customer Relations Agent Vehicle Service Agent/Groomer Moto - Dual Role - CRA/VSA/Shuttle Driver We offer a highly competitive renumeration package with a generous bonus scheme, as well as discounted rental rates.

Full Time/Part Time and Casual Positions available. All applicants will need a full clean driver’s licence and the right to work in New Zealand. A longterm commitment to Queenstown is preferred and previous experience would be highly regarded (though not essential as full training provided).

Ezi Values: Welcoming, Genuine, Dynamic, Uncomplicated, Efficient.

If you feel you are the right person for the position, please specify your preferred role and email your CV to: samuel.wright@ezicarrental.co.nz

Advertise your job vacancy

Upload online at jobfix.co.nz

Southern Lakes Laundries is a linen hire and Industrial laundry facility servicing accommodation and hospitality clients throughout the Southern Lakes region. Established in 2004 we are committed to providing the very best product and service to our clients.

To meet current growth and increased forward workloads we are looking for a professional, self-motivated Production Supervisor to join our friendly Management team.

Your Job responsibilities will include: Planning production to meet targets.

Overseeing the production process and managing workflows.

Optimising plant processes and continuous improvements.

Monitoring laundry equipment in accordance with procedure and maintenance schedules.

• Ensuring timely and accurate completion of production runs to budget and quality expectations.

• Ensuring compliance and a positive Health and Safety culture.

• • • •

To be considered for this role you must: • Be committed to process improvement.

• Be methodical and results driven.

• Be a problem solver who can investigate issues and come up with appropriate solutions.

• Be a strong communicator.

• Be a promoter of safe work practices.

• Have previous experience in a production environment or previous experience in a commercial / industrial laundry.

To apply for this position please submit a covering letter with your resume to: silvi.locatelli@southernlakeslaundries.co.nz

Locally owned and operated

See instore for all your options

QUEENSTOWN FURNITURE GALLERY Shop 2, Remarkables Park Shopping Center, Frankton, Queenstown.

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

Right next door to Harvey Norman