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Students from Wakatipu High School put their day off to good use last week as they volunteered their time to support six local non-proﬁt organisations including Plunket Society. From L-R Plunket’s Lizanne Knights with volunteers Isadora Fvaras, Mikaela Patterson, Rachel Scobie and Plunket Society’s Krista Baker. Read more on page 5.

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Do not make your vote uninformed It’s a tough gig. Thankless and underpaid springs to mind. We can’t do anything about the underpaid bit, that is a formula spat out by the local government ministry. Population equals payrate regardless of the actual workloads. The thankless part, we can do something about. Starting right here with a big fat THANK YOU. There are plenty of good people putting their hands up to represent us ratepayers on the QLDC. From the outside looking in, why would you enter the complicated world of local government? An underpaid, practically voluntary role, thankless to the point you are ruthlessly criticised for every move you make. Think about that when you see those smiling billboard faces. These people want this gig. For those with their heads in the moment, to represent us on QLDC, the opportunity to make a difference is huge. That’s why they are out there courting our votes. Ordinary people can sit at the Board Table of the biggest business in town. Money comes in and money goes out and the decisions you make inﬂuence everyone living and visiting this dynamic district. It’s a big responsibility spending ratepayer money. Believe me, I was there, it should never be taken lightly. We, the ratepayers, are the ones putting the money in and we want it well spent. That QLDC Board Table sets the tone for us all, facilitating, creating, improving. Those ratepayer dollars are spread across every aspect of life in the Whakatipu. Do not make your vote uninformed. As voters we have the easy job, hire the right people to lead us forward simply by ticking a box. Of course, knowing who they are helps. A little bit of due diligence isn’t too much to ask, is it? If your answer is “can’t be bothered” then forever hold your tongue. Keyboard warriors stand down. I “met the candidates” for Mayor in Arrowtown last week. Not a complete idiot amongst them. I was impressed. Differing views on what is right and wrong with QLDC and what they will do about it. In my opinion, good honest intelligent willing people. We are going to get a potentially great new leader of our district if we give them half a chance. The question is who? What I love about this community is we have people who really care. The people smiling back at you on those billboards. But is caring enough? We need people people, willing and able to engage and work with all comers. Supporters of the huge team at QLDC, our community associations, business networks, sporting organisations, every kind of special interest groups you can imagine. QLDC touches everything and as a positive person I want an enabler and improver of the place we call home at that Council table. Thank you to all the candidates for Council and Mayor for caring about the future of our District. I’ll do my bit. Get to know you, learn about your vision, and tick the boxes when our time comes to vote.

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Community Notes Conservation Week

OPINION Time to mobilise over staff shortages by David Gibbs, Queenstown Media Group

Summer is coming and at this rate the jobs crisis will still be here without some out-of-the-box thinking.

The slow return can be partially attributed to the cost of getting here, with incredibly expensive ﬂights and decreased airline schedules, but we really need to do more.

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NZ did an extraordinary job on promoting our initial response to Covid but, so far, we appear to have done a terrible job of telling everyone the red carpet has been rolled out for working holiday visitors and others who want to work here. Or even holding on to the staff we have.

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Thisrepatriated.isacrisis of a similar magnitude, especially for the mental health of our workforce, owners, managers and staff working double shifts and long hours. It can’t go on for much longer and desperate measures are required. How about holding a Queenstown jobs crisis forum, involving INZ, Queenstown Lakes District Council, Destination Queenstown, the Chamber of Commerce, and businesses, to hammer out some solutions for the region. How about organising large expos in Europe and South America to attract workers. How about secured accommodation options for overseas workers. Just some ideas.

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Make no mistake, Queenstown businesses are in crisis. While tourism numbers are ﬁring back up, the town has what could be described as an economic case of long Covid.

Immigration NZ waxes lyrical about the new system and how many visas are being processed but the proof is in how many can get here or when they get here. Very few have actually arrived!!

Overseas visitor arrivals to New Zealand across April, May, and June (Q2) were about 22% of those in the same period in 2019, before the pandemic hit.

Businesses simply do not have enough staff, leading to symptoms of burnout, reduced opening hours, a diminished experience for many visitors, and, ultimately, millions in potential revenue left in their pockets.

While Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington also have stafﬁng problems, it’s nothing compared to our experience. And, aside from our local MP Joseph Mooney, I suspect few other politicians understand, or care, about how serious the problem is in the country’s tourism capital, or the knock on implications.

It’s easy to point at Wellington and say ‘you should do more’, and they should. But, I believe we also need to do more locally, taking the same approach as when the pandemic hit. Local politicians and organisations came together to prevent a humanitarian crisis for the overseas workers who could get home, but had no income, while INZ and travel industry reps worked to get them

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However, departure numbers of non-NZ passports were about 40% of that same period. Many will have been part of the country’s migrant workforce, returning home or seduced by better options in other countries, such as WeAustralia.arein a global ﬁght for staff and losing badly.

Because no one has any idea when things will improve and the mismatch between demand and stafﬁng is a nightmare for both owners, managers, frontline workers and also the Queenstown brand. If the feedback I hear on the streets and comments from our guests is anything to go by, it’s only when visitors actually get here they appreciate the magnitude of the issue.

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“I like being outside and as I’m thinking about my plans for next year, it’s great to be able to come out and talk to others, meet new people and have different conversations.” said Jess. Trust Chair Neill Simpson was thrilled to welcome the young volunteers. “It’s marvelous having them here. They need to be invited, it’s their future and so having them join us helps them understand the importance of looking after our environment.”

L-R Jess Dredge, Ollie Pope, Eoin McGlynn with WRT Chair Neill Simpson and trustee Jill Hodgson

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The students from all years signed up to help with a range of activities including mulching and weeding with The Friends of Tucker Beach, planting preparation for The Wakatipu Reforestation Trust, baking for Kiwi Harvest, helping run activities and engaging with the littlies at the Plunket playgroup, supporting the work at Orphans Aid International and helping prepare and decorate the hall for Queenstown Primary School’s quiz - their biggest fundraiser of the year. Activities were coordinated by Volunteer South’s, Neha Gosalia, who joined the team recently. “I used to teach, so I really value the commitment of these young volunteers and love their enthusiasm for sharing their time with their community. Many told us that they feel the community has given them so much, so they felt this was a great way to give something back, as well as providing them with the opportunity to meet people outside of their usual day to day Volunteer’snetworks.”JessDredge,

on the success of the ﬁrst two community days, Volunteer South will gather feedback and start planning for the next teacher only day later this year. Non proﬁt organisations interested in hosting students are invited to get in touch.

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High School students take advantage teacher only day to undertake volunteering by Gillian White - Volunteer South

“I do quite a bit for the trust so it’s great to be able to help behind the scenes and give a hand getting ready for the community day tomorrow.” said Ollie who is also the Youth Trustee Advisor with the trust.

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“I felt like I could do something to help and I’m passionate about environmental conservation, so this role was a great match for my interests.” said Eoin.

Eoin McGlynn and Ollie Pope joined a team from the Wakatipu Reforestation Trust who were helping get 1500 native plants ready for the community planting day at Whitechapel Reserve.

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Closer to town others were assisting at the free playgroup that Plunket runs for new parents in the town.

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Isadora, who moved to Queenstown from Chili three years ago, said she was keen to have something to do on her day off school and was keen to see what it was like working within early childhood. “It’s been really fun, it’s nice to talk with the little kids and also reminisce about my own childhood!” she Buildingsaid.

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Students from Wakatipu High School decided to put their day off to good use last week as they volunteered their time and energy to support six local non-proﬁt organisations on their teacher only day. Last Friday nearly thirty students decided to spend a chunk of their day supporting their community through a partnership between the school and Volunteer SouthCentral Lakes. “This is the second time we’ve run the initiative and it proved to be a wonderful way for students to try something new and support their community through active citizenship.” said Associate Principal Oded Nathan. “It’s really nice to see students giving back to the community that gives so much to the school and its students, and we look forward to seeing more students involved with these community service days in the future.”

“The girls have been a massive help this morning. The girls have achieved a huge amount and saved us a lot of preparation time which has been so appreciated.” said Belinda, Plunket’s Community Service Coordinator. “I like to give back and it’s been great meeting new people, the mums and their kids. It’s a really welcoming group and I’ve really enjoyed helping the little ones.” said Mikayle who is in year 11.

Snow Machine’s a big one by Paul Taylor

“It’s been frustrating,” King says, “but really there are two takes on it.

“This year was a record breaker though, in terms of numbers, events, atmosphere, businesses involved, so we’ll be back, 100%.”

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“And people who I know really well, who I trust to be critical, say from their perspective it has been seamless and well organised.”

The Chamber and business leaders need to come up with a creative solution, because the Government’s not going to solve it for them. Immigration can solve it to a point, but that’s only part of it.”

“The support for Pride has been so visible, you can see the police station [which was lit up with rainbow colours] as an example of that. Everybody has been so friendly and the atmosphere was electric. Fantastic.

Fortunately, Pride sponsor RealNZ stepped in, providing a bus and driver so the tour could go ahead. As one festival wraps, another is about to hit Queenstown with the force of an avalanche.

Queenstown has partied its way through another Winter Pride, but not without some struggles.

“Everyone is buzzing, it’s just been incredible,” he says.

Still, Winter Pride is deﬁnitely a goer for next year. “I’ve already got people asking me for the dates and I’m like, ‘get off my case, we’ve not ﬁnished this one yet’, jokes King, speaking on Sunday.

“As a festival organiser, what worries me more than the current state, is there’s no solution on the table, no future state Queenstown is aiming for.

Nolan says they’ve scheduled to ﬁll the lull after Winter Pride, creating another spike in bed nights, and spread the love across town with miniparties at the AJ Hackett Bungy Dome, Canyon Brewing and elsewhere, and by working with adventure tourism operators. The ﬁrst Snow Machine was held in Hakuba, Japan, in 2020, but the “I really think there’s a big reputational risk for Queenstown,” he says.

The largest LGBTTQI+ festival in the Southern Hemisphere drew to a close on Sunday after 10 days of on-mountain and off-mountain fun. Festival director and co-owner Marty King says there was “next level” support and engagement from the local community and businesses, while feedback from attendees has been phenomenal.

Winter Pride feels the warmth by Paul Taylor

“One is that businesses we work with directly, like Republic Hospitality, with Winnies and Sundeck, or Lone Star, SkyCity, they’ve thrown themselves at us, really pulled together and pulled people left, right and centre to make it work. That’s been phenomenal, the culture and the support.

King says a team of 90 crew, volunteers and performers worked to deliver dozens of events, supported by hundreds of contractors, such as TomTom Productions, and staff employed by the ski ﬁelds, bars, restaurants and Butvenues.Queenstown’s stafﬁng crunch has had an impact.

A whopping 5000 people will descend on the town from Tuesday for Snow Machine, a fourday multi-venue music festival. The festival, with a line-up featuring The Avalanches, Ball Park Music, Bliss N Eso, Client Liaison, Fat Freddy’s Drop and a host of other acts, will have stages at The Remarkables, Coronet Peak, and downtown, with the main après ski stage on Queenstown Primary school Attendees,grounds. 80% from Australia, are paying from $700 to $1500 for packages including festival passes, ﬁve nights of accommodation and four-day lift passes, with other add-ons such as ﬂights, lessons and transfers available.

It’s four days and three enormous nights says festival director Quentin Nolan, who owns the event with business partner Chris Murray. “We’ve got great numbers, we hit our limit and sold out the event,” he says. “It’s a destination event, so a combination of holiday and music festival, tailored towards mid20s to early 30s.”

Queenstown event will be annual. The aim is to break even in the ﬁrst year, covering all the set-up costs. Some festival event passes are available to locals Festival director Quentin Nolan

“But other businesses we don’t work with directly but depend on have been frustrating. We had so many airport shuttles not turn up, leaving performers who’d come from the US and Australia waiting there for an hour. No one turns up and we have to send a taxi. “One of our DJs was staying at an expensive hotel and constantly had to chase to get the room cleaned. The rubbish was never removed. I think they just had no staff.” King says he had 20 VIPs booked to go on a wine tour, but received a phone call hours before it was due to leave to say it was cancelled because there weren’t enough drivers.

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Feasey had defended his NZ GS title on Thursday, just days after winning the FIS Continental Cup Super G, held at Coronet Peak as part of the Winter WinterGames.Olympian Feasey was the fastest Kiwi by over a second in the GS, while Adams was his closest Kiwi competitor, with Keir Roberts third.

“I am happy to be here, happy to be skiing some of my best turns,” Feasey Jedrzejsaid.

“I am just happy that I was able to charge today and not let the pressure of the National Title get to me,” Hudson said after Sunday’s race.

Photo: Ross Mackay / Snow Sports NZ

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Jack Adams clinched the men’s NZ Slalom title, with Will Feasey second and Calder Bain third.

Jasiczek (POL) was the men’s overall winner for the race meet, with Dionys Kippel (SUI) in second and Minsik Jung (KOR) in third.

Queenstown-based skier Jack Adams claimed the Men’s New Zealand Slalom title, after Twizel skier Will Feasey had secured victory in the GS on TheThursday.races featured athletes from 10 countries but only the Kiwi skiers can win the NZ titles.

Women’s NZ Giant Slalom National Championship Podium [L-R] Katie Crawford (2nd), Piera Hudson (1st), Michol Hinton (3rd).

“I am just glad to get the cup and the win on home soil,” Hudson said.

Hudson defended her NZ Giant Slalom title at Coronet Peak on Thursday, then won the NZ Slalom title for the sixth time on Sunday.

Photo: Ross Mackay / Snow Sports NZ

Hudson also topped the overall women’s podium across the race meet, with Swiss racers Elena Stoffel and Lara Baumann in second and third.

Piera Hudson on her way to winning the NZ GS champs.

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Mikayla Smyth took second spot, with Katie Crawford third. In the GS, Crawford was second, with Michol Hinton third.

Meanwhile, the Winter Games NZ continued at Cardrona Alpine Resort with the Cardrona FIS Freeski & Snowboard Slopestyle Qualiﬁers on Friday. But Sunday’s ﬁnal was postponed due to windy conditions on the course.

“I just wanted to ski well and go for the win, so I am glad that is how the race turned out!”.

Hudson wins NZ champs

naka-based ski racer Piera Hudson has skied to a double victory at the New Zealand Alpine National Champs.

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Mayoral hopeful launches tech platform

Queenstown Mayoral candidate Olivia Wensley has partnered with GoVote NZ to launch a new digital voting platform to help enable the voice of communities on key issues in their area, as well as nationally.

The mission is to enable “direct democracy, no ﬁlter, no spin, just direct answers to simple questions”, it says on the platform. Visit www. govote.co.nz/queenstownlakes

The ﬁrst of its kind in New Zealand, the platform enables the likes of local governments, public and private companies, politicians and media companies to post questions in real-time allowing the public to vote and have their say on big issues such as government policy, the economy and health. “As we continue to become increasingly digitised in how we communicate, local government and public consultation have lagged in harnessing digital tools to make these processes easier,” Wensley, who is CEO of Startup Queenstown Lakes, says. “While there is still a place for traditional methods of communication, we are at risk of missing a large portion of our community who prefer to communicate in a digital medium and often from a mobile device.”

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LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN Page 11 NEWS IN BRIEF Road works Motorists can expect short delays overnight for the next fortnight on various roads across Queenstown Lakes. Night-time work began on Sunday to repair roads damaged by recent weather. Repairs include work on slips, blocked culverts, scouring, damage to water tables, rockfall and surfacing defects. Drivers are asked to build in extra time and take care around road crews and traffic managers. While there are no full closures, stop/go will be in operation and traffic will be reduced to a single lane with pilot vehicles in place to escort through some areas. Those include Jack’s Point to Kingston Road, SH6, where there will be works from 8pm to 5.30am until Wednesday, 7 September. Then, from 11-14 September, on Kawarau Gorge, SH6, from 9pm to 5.30am. Rates rise Ratepayers in Queenstown Lakes are receiving emails and letters setting out how much they’re paying to the council this year. Queenstown Lakes District councillors approved of the expected average increase to rates of 6.5% for 2022-2023 at a full council meeting held online on Thursday, 1 September. Individual rates calculations and payment options were sent out to residents on Friday. On top of the percentage hike, the rates valuation of homes in across the district was updated for the first time in three years late last year. So, with house values at record highs, the vast majority of homeowners will be paying considerably more than last time around. QLDC’s finance boss Stewart Burns said the increase was in line with the forecasts made in the 20222023 Annual Plan. Visit the council’s website at www.qldc.govt.nz/ services/rates-property for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Due to ongoing staff shortages, the swimming pools at Queenstown Events Centre and Wānaka Rec Centre have reduced opening hours until 30 September: The new hours are 6.00am-7.30pm on weekdays and 8.00am6.00pm at weekends. The indoor stadiums at both facilities and gym at QEC remain open as normal.

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Over $1 million has been granted by Central Lakes Trust (CLT) at the board’s August meeting, supporting 11 initiatives throughout the Central Lakes SnowregionFarm NZ Ltd received $225,000 towards the build of stage one of their new base lodge. The build needs to be complete by next season, as their lease is up with neighbour Southern Hemisphere Proving Ground, who own the current Snow Farm base lodge. Chair for the organisation, “Q” Samuel Belk says they had outgrown the facility, but because of the speed is which they need to get into their new build, they will complete the facility in a couple of stages.

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Volunteers Isadora Fvaras, Mikaela Patterson, Rachel Scobie at the Plunket Society.

NZSHRED’s annual recycled snowboard art exhibition, was held in the Barn at Sherwood this year, under the worldly name of “PandemaBOARD. Months of planning and the countless hours culminating in 32 entries.

WHS student Volunteers joined Wakatipu Reforestation Trust to get 1500 native plants ready for the community planting day at Whitechapel Reserve.

Beyond Boards exhibition Opening Party Winter Pride High School Volunteers Patricia, Elise Edmonds, Lindsey Calaton with Amanda Guy at Orphans Aid International you event party, send your photos to enquiries@qmg.co.nz

The aim of the exhibition is ﬁrst and foremost, an opportunity to give a snowboard another life – to create an opportunity to evolve into an item of both meaningful self-expression and absolute random talent plus to raise much needed funds for local charity recipients (Happiness House & I Am Hope) both receive a share of the $1685 raised.

If there’s one thing Kiwis know, it’s that we have a beautiful backyard, especially our stunning mountains. The team at Close to Home are taking it upon themselves to showcase the terrain that is off the beaten track and how you can explore it in a sustainable way, through a series of splitboard and ski films. The major project of the series will be filmed this month and is about exploring the Remarkables and going to Lake Hope. They expect to launch it to Queenstown in January of 2023, before entering it in film festivals here and throughout the world. Originally from Wellington and now based in Tāhuna, Ryan Quirke is often the man behind the camera. After getting stuck here throughout Covid, he discovered how vast the snow terrain is in New Zealand, and that there’s more to explore than just the resorts. He believes that Aotearoa is often overlooked in the global skiing and snowboarding conversation, but that we’re actually a world-class destination – especially if you’re willing to put in the hard work and have a different mountain experience.

Catherine delighted audiences last year when she appeared via Zoom due to Covid-19 restrictions. She conﬁded that her new novel would be set deep in Central Otago and we immediately invited her back for the launch. We’re thrilled she has taken up the opportunity, allowing ticket holders to share informal drinks and nibbles with Catherine to celebrate this special occasion.

Until 30 September, we’ll also be offering special earlybird pricing, with $5 off most tickets.

Multi-award-winning author and national treasure Catherine Chidgey will launch her newest novel The Axeman’s Carnival at this year’s Queenstown Writers Festival (11 – 13 November 2022).

Quirke has been a video producer and run his own company for the past ten years. He decided he wanted to use his skills to do more good and has now shifted his focus to this project.

“With the eclectic range of speakers, workshops and events, we are optimistic that there is something for everyone to enjoy.”

NZSHRED and Rab are sponsoring the project and have been instrumental to its getting off the ground. So far the team’s longest adventure was the Maitland Valley which was six days – their goal is to seek out unique places.

She describes the collection of eleven gothic stories as “like what you might expect if Angela Carter had penned some Black Mirror episodes.”

“We are incredibly proud of the 2022 programme, our biggest yet with 15 events over three days.

Human Powered Adventures are never too far away in Te Waipounamu

“We try to promote places that are easily accessible but much less known about, places that you might have to call a farmer for access to. Just unique locations for the content we’ve created throughout the season, and then the main film is about essentially one location, which is holistically the Remarkables range, but specifically exploring the Remarkables more than we ever have. It’s about going to Lake Hope, which is the biggest lake in the range. None of us have ever been there, so it’ll be the furthest we’ve ever gone into the range, and we can do it as a traverse from the ski field all the way across to the south branch of Wye Creek – from one end of the range to the other. It’s a six-day mission that we’re planning to do,” says Quirke. Along with sustainability, the project hopes to help educate people on backcountry safety. It’s something that’s showcased throughout, and they hope in the future education will be more “Somethingaccessible. I’d like to use the platform for as well is educating people on ways they can be safe in the backcountry. Almost mentoring people through videos, if you will, by showing those little things that are important for people to remember, such as doing a transceiver check in the morning before we head out or digging pits and checking snow stability. Just reminding people that even though we’re on these big expeditions, these are little things that you need to remember,” says TheQuirke.journey to Lake Hope and Close to Home film is due out early 2023, you can view the short films, follow the team’s journey, or get involved with the project through the Instagram page @ closetohome.film

On 1 September, we launched the full details of Catherine’s book launch and this year’s festival programme on our website (qtwritersfestival.nz).

“Close to Home is a film aiming to promote getting out and exploring your local mountains in an exciting, safe, and friendly way. This season, we’re filming a series of local expeditions to freeride snowboard- and ski-lands including some iconic classics and others that are seen and ridden by few. Throughout the season, we’re releasing short-form content to help inspire people to get out and do their part to help protect the environment we love. The full film, Close to Home, aims to educate people on climate issues and making better decisions in the way they approach the mountains and the brands they spend their money on,” says Quirke.

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Queenstown Writers Festival chairperson Tanya Surrey says the committee is delighted to bring some of New Zealand’s most loved and esteemed writers to Queenstown for our fourth festival.

Also appearing will be popular sustainability advocate Ethically Kate with her new book Better, Bolder, Different, which is full of sustainable living skills and thought-provoking conversations. We’re anticipating a fun and informative interview conducted by Alexa Forbes, an Otago Regional Councillor and one of our best-known local sustainability champions.

Plenty to enjoy at this year’s Queenstown by Jessica Allen by the Queenstown Writers Festival Team

Catherine’s appearance will be just one highlight as we share some of the best of New Zealand’s writing talent at the new arts and culture space at Remarkables Park, Te Atamira. We are especially excited that one of our own, festival trustee Bethany Rogers, is taking the leap into the world of publishing and will launch her short story collection Kaleidoscopes in the Dark.

Frankton Library team leader Jess Payne with some of the World Language Collection Catherine Chidgey autographing one of her books recently

The Catalyst Trust is helping set them up in the Wakatipu area. The project stems from work the library has been doing during the past few years to help the Japanese Family Society of Queenstown make its large collection of books more accessible to the community. “Their library was located at Lakeview Camp Ground in town and they had 5000 items, but they were forced to close down because they had to relocate,” says Jess. “They were so organised and meticulous with everything catalogued. It was wonderful.”

Queenstown Writers Festival Reading in your own lingo

It’s an exciting new concept and Te Hau Toka Southern Lakes Wellbeing Trust is providing funding for the books in a variety of languages.

There’s nothing like the comfort that comes from turning the pages of a good book and the team at Frankton Library is working to ensure that’s something that’s readily available to all migrant communities in every language spoken locally.

The purpose-built book cabinets will be placed outside the Frankton Library so they can be accessed at any time. Arrowtown MenzShed is also pitching in with skilled craftsmen volunteers kindly offering their skills to make the six Lilliput Libraries ready to paint and decorate.

If there are enough languages represented then Jess says the Lilliput Libraries, which will be dotted about the gardens outside the library, may be grouped by Continents, like Latin America with its Spanish and Portuguese languages. “We’re asking each group to go back to their community and find us people with creative ability. We will leave it over to each community group to decide how they want their culture to be portrayed Aboutvisually.”$4000 of the $6000 in grant funding awarded to the project will be used to buy books in different languages and the rest to support the Jesslaunch.and her team are holding a community working bee and barbeque on Saturday, November 5, to get the project fully up and running. People are invited to come along and help fit the doors and hinges on the cabinets and rework any design to suit their position in the library gardens. “We’re thinking we will call it Lilliput Lane.” An official launch is likely to be held early next year. Community groups, or artists and designers ,who would like to be involved in this project are asked to contact Jess Payne at the Frankton Library: Email frankton.library@qldc.govt.nz, or phone 03 441

Christchurch-based poet Claudia Jardine and friends will conclude events on a high note with a special Sunday evening open mic poetry session, to which local poets are invited to step up to the Themic. writers will be joined over the weekend by Okham winners Whiti Hereaka and Rebecca K Reilly, broadcaster Noelle McCarthy being interviewed by Invercargill mayoral-hopeful Marcus Lush, Kate de Goldi, Christine Leunens and investigative journalist Stephen Davis. We’re looking forward to seeing you there.

We are also delighted to host another festival favourite, crime writer Paddy Richardson, who will talk about her new book By the Green of the Spring. Set during WWI between Blackball on the West Coast and Somes Island in Wellington Harbour, it traverses the brutal realities of life as an enemy alien and the enduring effects of war. Dame Fiona Kidman described it as “a masterpiece of storytelling.” A feast of poetry fun will wind up the weekend with a presentation of the much-celebrated Rail:Lines: The Film, by poets Liz Breslin, Annabel Wilson and Laura Williamson, focused on their Central Otago “poetry tour like no other” – emissions free, muddy, rowdy and other-worldly. The trio will also perform some of their poems live.

Lilliput Libraries are a network of tiny community libraries ﬁrst established by Dunedin woman Ruth Arnison and now found throughout the country.

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Fast Facts Queenstown Writers festival Where: Te Atamira When: 11 – 13 November Tickets: $0 – $40, with $5 during the September earlybird period Website: qtwritersfestival.nz

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“We’re working with The Catalyst Trust, which is helping set up Lilliput Libraries around the district, says Jess. “Through that trust we’ve been connected with Mitre 10 Mega, which has kindly donated all the materials to build them.”

Frankton Library team leader Jess Payne says Frankton Library is still new, but the staff have been working hard toward building a World Languages Section, usually created through donations and people bringing in books to loan. “It’s always been on our ‘to do’ list to build one,” says Jess. “Then we had an idea to create a series of Lilliput Libraries containing books in various languages outside the library. That way our different migrant communities can swap and share books in their own heritage language.”

This all planted a seed for the World Language Lilliput Libraries at Frankton and Jess says they’re hoping to hold 200 books in different languages outside Frankton Library. Hopefully there will be 50 to 100 books in different languages available in six Lilliput Libraries at any one time. Anyone can swap, borrow or donate books in languages other than English. A much larger World Language Collection will also be available in the 15 libraries across the Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago districts, for those tapping into their library “Queenstownmembership. has a wonderfully diverse community, with people from all corners of the world who call this home. We want to celebrate that and bring people together to create a space to share, learn and celebrate their heritage together,” says Jess. “It’s really important that we support our migrant communities so they can access everything from a good relaxing book to read, to different wellbeing resources. We know there’s a real need.” District council libraries will act as guardians for the Lilliput Libraries. However, the team at the library need help with this special community project. “We’ve been talking to different community groups and reaching out to our migrant communities to encourage them to celebrate their heritage and culture by helping us decorate these Lilliput Libraries,” she says. “We’ve spoken to Japanese, Indian, Chinese, Latina, Brazilian members of our community and they’re all really keen, but we really need people from the various cultures with artistic ﬂair to decorate.”

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A treat for writers looking into the world of publishing will be a presentation by Upstart Press publisher Kevin Chapman who will share his top tips and secrets to hunting out a good story.

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Dr Amanda Foo-Ryland runs an International Neural Coding® Company. She has 30 Neural Coders working with her around the globe, online to help people identify their problem, delete it and install neural coding that empowers them.

Research shows us that children are far more creative and open in their thinking than adults, children as young as 5 have a ‘genius’ level of creativity and sadly this deteriorates as they get older.

Let’s look at an example, how many uses do you think a paperclip Mosthas? people would think of around 10 to 15 uses, however Sir Ken Robinson an expert in education showed that there are around 200 uses for a paperclip. A longitudinal study of Kindergarten children measured 98% of children at the genius level of divergent or creative thinking. Five years later when the children were aged 8 to 10 years those genius levels had dropped to 50%. After another 5 years the level had dropped further. Here’s how to open that box and be aware of when you are limiting your thinking. We have neurological filters that help us to make sense of our world and stop us from going into overwhelm. One of those filters is called the generisation filter.

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An example of the generalisation filter serving us well comes from my personal experience of hiring a car. I was due to speak at a corporate conference in New Zealand and the organiser sent me an email to say that she’d booked my flights and hired me a car so I could travel to the venue. This car she’d hired was a Hyundai and I’ve never driven this type of car before, yet my generalisation filter kicked in nicely for me. If my generalisation filter hadn’t done that, I would probably have downloaded the driver’s manual for the Hyundai or watched some YouTube videos to understand how to drive this car. All that actually happened was I picked up the car from the airport, programmed the venue details into Google Maps on my phone and off I drove.

We use our generalisation ﬁlter all the time to make sense of our world. In the case of this example, it was useful as I could hop into a different make of car to that which I was used to driving and off I went.

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Basically, our generalisation ﬁlter allows us to say this looks like that, and so we need to respond in that way. It allows us to compare anything out there that may be new to us and generalise it using an experience we’ve already had. On the whole, it allows us to navigate our world a lot more easily.Thedownside of a generalisation ﬁlter is that it can limit our learning. Have you ever been researching how to do something online or been on a course and compared what you’re reading or hearing to something else you have done before?

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Instead ask this question: “What can I learn from this that I didn’t know before?” This will cultivate a curious mindset, open your mind and send all the boxes in your mind packing.

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That’s your generalisation ﬁlter telling you that you already know how to do it. Your mind can become closed to Justlearning.beingaware of this can be a huge help, ask yourself this question when you notice you think to yourself; ‘Oh I know about this, it’s like ( ﬁll in the blank).’

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A way forward to help whales

Whilescenario.our results do not predict an overall reduction in suitable habitat that would lead to local extinctions, the latitudinal range shifts are nevertheless bound to have important ecological consequences for New Zealand’s marine ecosystems and the people who depend on them.

the impact of warming oceans on whale distribution is an additional stress factor on ecosystems already under pressure from wider threats, including acidiﬁcation, pollution and over-exploitation.

Warming oceans may force New Zealand’s sperm and blue whales to shift to cooler southern waters

These differences in feeding habits lead to divergent responses to ocean warming. Blue whales show a more distinct southerly shift than sperm whales, particularly in the worst-case scenario, likely because they feed at the surface where ocean warming will be more exacerbated than in the deep sea. Both species have important foraging grounds off New Zealand which may be compromised in the future. Sperm whales are currently occurring regularly off Kaikō ura, while blue whales forage in the South Taranaki Bight. Despite these ecological differences, our results show that some future suitable areas around the South Island and offshore islands are common to both species. These regions could be considered sanctuaries for both species to retreat to or expand their habitat in a warming world. This should warrant increased protection of these areas.

Computing the fate of whales

Projected change in habitat suitability by 2100, for sperm (left panels) and blue (right panels) whales under two IPCC climate scenarios: modest mitigation (RCP4.5) and no mitigation (RCP8.5). Percentages are expressed as relative to each species’ presentday distribution. Author provided

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Our projections suggest current habitats in the ocean around the North Island may become unsuitable if seasurface temperatures continue to rise. These range shifts become even stronger with increasing severity of climate change. For sperm whales, which are currently abundant off Kaikō ura where they support ecotourism businesses, the predicted distribution changes are even more evident than for blue whales, depending on the climate change

Data on the local abundance of both whales species are deﬁcient, but modelling provides a powerful tool to predict how their range is likely to shift. We used a combination of mathematical models (known as correlative species distribution models) to predict the future range shifts of these whale species as a response to three future climate change scenarios of differing severity, as outlined by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). We applied these models, using the whales’ present distributions, to build a set of environmental “rules” that dictate where each species can live.

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article on https://theconversation.com/nz

Sperm whales are the largest toothed whales (odontocetes) and deep-diving apex predators. They primarily feed on squid and ﬁsh that live near the bottom of the sea. Blue whales are baleen whales (mysticetes) and ﬁlter small organisms from the water. They feed at the surface on zooplankton, particularly dense krill schools along coastlines where cold water from the deep ocean rises toward the surface (so-called upwelling areas).

Authors: Frédérik Saltré - Research Fellow in Ecology for the ARC Centre of Excellence for Australian Biodiversity and Heritage, Flinders University Karen A Stockin - Professor - Marine Ecology / Rutherford Discovery Fellow, Massey University Katharina J. Peters - Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Canterbury

This is very important because phytoplankton contributes about half of all oxygen to the atmosphere and also captures about 40% of all released carbon dioxide. By helping the growth of phytoplankton, whales indirectly contribute to the natural ocean carbon sink. On top of this, each great whale accumulates about 33 tonnes of carbon dioxide in their body, which they take to the ocean ﬂoor when they die and their carcass

Using climate-dependent data such as sea-surface temperature and chlorophyll A (a measure of phytoplankton growth), as well as static data such as water depth and distance to shore, we applied these rules to forecast future habitat suitability. We chose a scenario of “modest” response to cutting greenhouse gas emissions (the IPCC’s mitigation strategy RCP4.5), which is the most likely given the current policies, and a worst-case scenario (no policy to cut emissions, RCP8.5), assuming the reality will likely be somewhere between the two.

The world’s oceans are absorbing more than 90% of the excess heat and energy generated by rising greenhouse gas emissions. But, as the oceans keep warming, rising sea temperatures generate unprecedented cascading effects that include the melting of polar ice, rising seas, marine heatwaves and ocean acidiﬁcation. This in turn has profound impacts on marine biodiversity and the lives and livelihoods of coastal communities, especially in island nations such as New InZealand.ourlatest research, we focused on great whales – sperm and blue whales in particular. They are crucial for maintaining healthy marine ecosystems, but have limited options to respond to climate change: either adapt, die, or move to stay within optimal habitats. We used mathematical models to predict how they are likely to respond to warming seas by the end of the century. Our results show a clear southward shift for both species, mostly driven by rising temperatures at the sea surface.

How whales maintain ecosystems Great whales are marine ecosystem engineers. They modify their habitats (or create new ones), to suit their needs. In fact, these activities create conditions that other species rely on to survive. They engineer their environment on several fronts. By feeding in one place and releasing their faeces in another, whales convey minerals and other nutrients such as nitrogen and iron from the deep water to the surface, as well as across regions. This process, known as a “whale pump”, makes these nutrients available for phytoplankton and other organisms to grow.

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Race Director Keegan McCauley says he is delighted to see the event, now in its eighth year of running, continue to go from strength to strength.

“Queenstown is one of the most beautiful places in New Zealand and home to one of the most scenic marathons in the world. The destination coupled with the unrivalled athlete experience continues to make the Queenstown Marathon an event runners and walkers want to be a part of.

“The fact that the half marathon has sold out every year since the Queenstown Marathon’s inception in 2014 is testament to that.” There are limited spaces remaining in the New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty Marathon and 10km, and McCauley is encouraging those thinking about entering the 2022 Queenstown Marathon to get in quick before those distances sell out.

“The way entries are tracking we anticipate spaces for the marathon and 10km won’t stay open for much longer, so make sure you get your registration in quickly to conﬁrm your spot on the start line and get yourself ready for a weekend in Queenstown like no other,” McCauley says. In previous years, the weekend of the marathon, sponsored by New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty, has seen $10 million injected into the local Toeconomy.enterthe marathon, 10km, or Kids Run at the 2022 Queenstown Marathon taking place on 19 November visit queenstown-marathon.co.nz

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“We can’t wait to welcome back thousands of athletes on 19 November for the Queenstown Marathon,” he says. “The support the event has received from our athletes, volunteers, stakeholders, and the local community of Queenstown in the two years we’ve been away has been amazing.

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With less than three months left to go until the return of the Queenstown Marathon, organisers have announced the popular half marathon event has already sold out. The marathon will return to the trails of Queenstown on 19 November, 2022, for the ﬁrst time since 2020 after Covid restrictions forced the event’s cancellation last year.

Trond in his new workshop and store in Queenstown Mall Trond crossing the Atlantic Ocean in 1977

by Staff Reporter TROND JOHANSSON

In 2005, with their Mall building being redeveloped, they moved into what would become an iconic central Queenstown location, on the bright and sunny corner of O’Connells TheMall.

“It felt like coming home, in a way, with the scenery, the mountains, the snow, skiing and sailing. Two of my great loves in one Heplace.”worked as a jeweller in Queenstown and in the process met wife Anna. After marrying in 1999 they settled into Queenstown life, raising daughter Grete (born in 2000) and son Jack Sailing(2003). was still on the agenda, racing in business house race series on Lake Wakatipu in Farr 1020’s and Etchells, and skiing at Coronet Peak.

As a youngster growing up in Sweden, a tousle haired Trond Johansson was much the same as any other teenager. He was born in southern Sweden, to a Swedish father and Norwegian mother. He’d cross country skied since he could walk, was into boats and sailing, and as the middle of three brothers in an area renowned for its glass blowing, life was Sogood.was it a creative streak or something else that led him to apply for a place in the Swedish Jeweller’s School at the age of 16? “I went to talk to jewellers and they seemed like cool people, so I just did it,” he says in a matterof-fact way. After graduating as a jeweller in 1970, and then as a Master Jeweller in 1973, he worked in Sweden until 1975 before leaving by sailboat to discover the Fastworld.forward three years and he arrived in a tiny sailing boat to work in Australia, in the days when the journey was as important as the destination. And as many have done before and since, he came to New Zealand for a holiday and never left. Arriving in Auckland at the age of 27, after seven years as an employee he started his own business, building a team of jewellers who worked for him designing and making his own range of jewellery. He marketed and sold these around New Zealand as well as exporting to 15 countries around the world, including the US. The years of travel paid Tooff.this day, he’s always been as much in love with the jewellery-making process as the rewards. “There’s so many facets to working in the jewellery industry and I’ve been involved with most,” he says. “There’s always something new to learn and you make nice things for nice people.

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And let’s not underestimate the power of The Lord of the Rings. Peter Jackson filmed in Queenstown and launched an industry or three. After the first movie launched in December 2001, film locations were a ‘must do’ on visitor lists. With the movies came the merchandise, and Trond’s delighted to stock a full range of LoR jewellery more than 20 years later, well made and still attracting legions of fans. “I wouldn’t have it in the store if it wasn’t well made, but it’s a certain style that people like and you’d be amazed how much we sell online and to visiting groups, two decades later.”

And then came the opportunity they’d been waiting for, buying well-respected business Goldﬁelds Jewellers in the Queenstown Mall from long-time locals Dave and Judith Cleghorn in 2001. Like everyone else, they watched in horror 11 days after signing up to buy the business as the Twin Towers fell in New York.

The Cleghorns had owned and run the business for 20 years, concentrating purely on the visitor Somarket.itwas that Trond’s reputation as a Master Jeweller saw him build up an impressive clientele of loyal locals and visitors.

last few years have been tough, as the redevelopment of that building followed by Covid19 saw them move to temporary premises in lower Beach Street. But it was locals who kept them going, and for that Trond couldn’t be more grateful.

“Support from locals and people from around New Zealand over the last two years has been fantastic,” he says. “I’ve never made so many wedding and engagement rings in my life, and people have come out of the woodwork, having raided the family jewellery boxes, with pieces they’d like re-worked into more modern “We’veinterpretations.justcome full circle, moving back into the Queenstown Mall opposite where we started out 21 years ago. And now it’s time for a 21st anniversary celebration.”

“I work with beautiful metals and stunning stones. When you’ve created the ﬁnal piece you get a hug and a kiss from a lovely lady and the husband pays the bill for working with something you love,” he says, tongue ﬁrmly in cheek. “How hard can it be?” So what brought him to Queenstown from the city of sails? “I used to come here for business and after my doctor told me it was probably time to slow down a bit, I decided to get off the road, put down roots and move to this lovely place to live.

“You’d be surprised by the number of people who come to Queenstown to propose to the love of their life, deciding that they must get an engagement, wedding ring, or both, made locally to celebrate the occasion,” says Trond. “It’s a huge part of our business creating bespoke designs that stay in their family for years.”

“We could not have been more transparent,” Duxson says. Duxson says residents have been asking for answers from CAIL for two years.

Sustainable Tarras has accused Christchurch Airport Ltd of greenwashing as it plans a new jet airport in the small Central Otago farming settlement. The community group last week released the ﬁrst in a series of short videos about the plans for the airport, which would accommodate widebody jets and rival Queenstown Airport.

“They haven’t held a public meeting in Tarras in over 520 days, preferring to engage only with carefully selected individuals or groups. They won’t engage with us directly or openly. Clearly, we are frustrated.” Scan the QR code to watch The Central Otago Airport Files. Episode 1: Climate Positive or Greenwash Spin? on YouTube

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Christchurch Airport Ltd (CIAL) has already bought 750 hectares of land in SustainableTarras.

Duxson says CAIL “doesn’t acknowledge that huge emissions increases will come from a new airport and increased demand. They are also silent on construction emissions, airport community emissions and all other enabled Duxsonemissions”.also says CAIL’s claims of a low carbon future for aviation are “unsubstantiated and premature”.

“We’ve worked hard to become a recognised global leader in decarbonisation and are now assisting businesses around the world who’ve requested our support to transition too. “As we have said all along, like any other development in New Zealand, if the airport is to proceed, it will need to occur within the country’s emission reduction and adaptation frameworks.” That’s irked Sustainable Tarras, who say every fact or claim in their video was carefully researched and references were published.

CIAL initially refused to be drawn into a media debate on the issue but then released a short statement to The Wānaka App saying the claims are “illinformed” and its carbon emissions are independently audited.

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Tarras deputy chair Marilyn Duxson says the video outlines concerns about CAIL’s approach to calculating and reporting on carbon emissions, and its claims Christchurch Airport is ‘climate positive’. Duxson says it excludes over 99% of the emissions an airport enables, including all ﬂights. Instead, those emissions are seen to be the responsibility of the airlines. Other airports in NZ, including Queenstown, take a similar approach.

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This year’s theme is “take a moment to act for nature,” offering an opportunity for people to work together to do something positive for nature, no matter how big or small.

Lunchtime Learnings: Nutritious Hampers for Trampers! presented by DOC Community Ranger and self-acclaimed foodie, Juliet Bruce Date: Thursday 8th September Time: 12.30pm -1.15pm Where: Department of Conservation Visitor Centre, 50 Stanley Street Come to DOC Visitor Centre for this fun & interesting Conservation Week session. Get your tastebuds tantalized, be inspired with lightweight - easy tramping food.

The competition runs from 1 – 30 September Entries will be via our website www.whakatipuwildlifetrust.org.nz

NZ Conservation Week 2022 is this week 5th – 11th September mustelids (ferrets, stoats and weasels), possums, cats, rats and dogs in the nineteenth century, which is a very short time in terms of ecology, and our wildlife hasn’t had time to adapt. There are many ways to get involved with ecological restoration, led by many of our local conservation groups in the TheWhakatipu.Whakatipu’s Conservation Week events are hosted by Department of Conservation (DOC) and some amazing conservation community groups. Come along to learn, connect and act to effect change. Even if you just use the hashtag #ConservationWeek on your social media, you will help spread the word! Find out about all Conservation Week events, dates and information on Eventﬁnda or conservationweek.org.nz, or call/pop into the DOC Visitor Centre at 50 Stanley Street.

New Zealand’s wildlife is in crisis, with more than 4,000 native animals and plants threatened or at risk. Managing threats and restoring habitats helps bring nature back. When we pull together in little ways, we can make a big Locallydifference.the Department of Conservation and the Whakatipu Wildlife Trust are focussed on creating and maintaining a predator free Whakatipu basin so that our native wildlife can survive and thrive. Our birds, bats, lizards and invertebrates evolved with no ground-based predators which is why many nests are on the ground or in holes in tree trunks. Humans introduced Here’s a quick overview of some local Conservation Week initiatives:

Act for nature: Conservation volunteer information evening Date: Tuesday 6th September Time: 5:00pm – 6:30pm Where: Department of Conservation Visitor Centre, 50 Stanley Street Interested in conservation, the environment and want to make a positive difference? Find out how and meet local conservation groups and get involved at this volunteer information evening at DOC. Native plant nursery volunteer sessions - Whakatipu Reforestation Trust Date: Wednesday 7th September Time: 9am – 12pm Where: Jean Malpas Community Nursery, Poplar drive, Jardine Park, Kelvin NoHeights.experience required as the Nursery Manager will guide you. Everyone is welcome. Volunteering at the nursery provides a great opportunity to learn new skills and gain knowledge around growing native plants in the Whakatipu.

Lunchtime Learnings: Kiwi chick survival research, presented by DOC Ranger Nicole Sutton Date: Tuesday 6th September Time: 12.30pm -1.15pm Where: Department of Conservation Visitor Centre, 50 Stanley Street Come to DOC to hear about kiwi chick survival research and largescale predator control, in this Conservation Week lunchtime learn special.

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What can you do at home to help nature?

Acting for conservation not only beneﬁts nature, but also our personal wellbeing. When Papatūānuku (the land) thrives, we all thrive. We hope to see you out in nature soon!

Categories for entries are 12 years and under, 13-18 years and adults. There is plenty of prizes to be won.

You can take action for nature in a lot of different ways. Planting natives in your backyard like Kōwhai, setting up birdfeeders to help our native species and attract them to your garden, or borrowing a predator trap from the DOC visitor centre’s trap library to place in your garden for free – you can trap ferrets, stoats, possums and rats!

Lunch & Learn - Bite sized environmental learning Date: Wednesday 7th September Time: 12pm – 12.30pm Where: Jean Malpas Community Nursery, Poplar Drive, Jardine Park, Kelvin Heights. To celebrate Conservation Week the Whakatipu Reforestation Trust welcomes ORC Catchment Advisor Brooke Clarke, to discuss successful solutions for catchment challenges and a current project with the Whakatipu Reforestation Trust.

The Whakatipu Wildlife Trust (WWT) Photo Competition WWT is encouraging everyone to stop look at the native wildlife around you and listen to the bird song. If you see any, why not take a photo and enter the competition for the chance to win some amazing prizes.

Ranger Reads - Storytime at Frankton Library Date: Friday 9th September Time: 10:30am - 11:30am Where: Frankton Library, 26 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton Bring your pre-school tamariki to enjoy this free Conservation Week inspired storytelling session, read by one of our DOC rangers! An opportunity for little ones to learn in a fun and engaging way about some of our unique native species.

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Starkwhite Queenstown - Open Tuesday-Friday 11am to 5pm. Exhibition closes Sunday 18th September Drama Solitude, The Secret Life of Annie Chaffey DramaLAB’s award winning solo show Solitude is about the hidden life of Annie Chaffey. In 1913 Annie ﬂed into the remote Kahurangi Nat Park with her lover Henry where she spent forty years in raw exile. Martine Baanvinger brings you this remarkable true NZ story in an incredibly imaginative and touching way.

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Art Exhibition Seung Yul Oh – New Work Artist Seung Yul Oh has created an instantly recognisable and idiosyncratic practice combining elements of East Asian popular culture with ironic references to high Western art history. Oh’s sculptural practice has long sustained an intense dialogue between artist and material. Running parallel to his whimsical sculptures is his painting, a formal and often minimalist practice. This body of work often highlights the margins, extending audiences’ focus to the edges, or periphery, of the canvas and offering skillful distortions of perspective and balance.

The group will walk and talk from Frankton Beach to the Hilton for morning tea and Justreturn.meet at Frankton Beach near the BBQ area to begin the walk.

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Talks + Symposia Ngā Manu o Rēhia - Celebration of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori Join Ngā Manu Hou and Queenstown Lakes Libraries for a celebration of Māori Language Week. Featuring beginner te reo word games and songs, take tuia story time about pouākai and Ngā Manu Hou waiata performance. Come along and join in the Whatshaps! on: - Beginner Te Reo Games and Songs – Led by Fiona Wallen - Word Match Game – Māori to English –Led by Sean Drader - Take Tuia Storytime about Pouakai –Led by Darren Rewi - Ngā Manu Hou Waiata performance – Led by Cory Ratahi A Hāngī will be available to sample at the lunch break from 12pm – 1pm. A great day of fun, games and waiata.

Four days of music, snow and après adventure awaits this week! Ski The Remarkables & Coronet Peak by day, dancing en-piste to your favourite DJs at two epic mountain après stages, before heading down the mountain to continue to party at the main arena in Queenstown by night. Catch performances by all artists across four days and three enormous nights in all locations. Your ultimate ski trip and music festival in one! Theatre Gone to Seed A true-blue Kiwi story of friendship, loss, community and growth, Tim Hambleton’s award-winning play Gone to Seed promises to be a sidesplitting night out. The familiar and hilarious characters discover being a member of an ageing gardening club is more risqué than it sounds. Directed by Lisa Clough More information is available at Remarkable Theatre Company. When: Thursday to Sunday 8th to 11th Sept at 7.30pm and Thursday to Saturday 15th to 17th September at 7:30pm Where: Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall, 33 Buckingham St Book at Eventﬁnda

Whakatipu Walkie Talkies meet on Frankton Beach 10.15am every Thursday from 8th September. This is a walking group with a difference! Each week there will be a discussion topic and a guest speaker will attend once per month. It’s a great way to connect with others whilst staying active.

Who should be Queenstown Lakes’ next mayor? With locals due to go to the polls in early October, we’re asking the six candidates for their opinions on the major issues facing the district. We’ll run the answers over the next ﬁve weeks. Here’s the ﬁrst: What should Queenstown Lakes District’s workforce look like? Should businesses rely on migrant workers? What can be done to solve the staff crunch?

Our region is not the same as the rest of the country and we need Visa settings that are appropriate. We rely on migrant workers and cannot expect local businesses to hire kiwis.

As Mayor I will take this Economic Development work to the next level, as it’s vital for our recovery.

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Olivia Wensley Age: Occupation:37

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We need to urgently address housing issues so staff can afford to live here. That’s the #1 reason for the staff Longcrunch.term,

I’d like to see our region have higher productivity jobs. Our wage is below the national average, but our region is very unaffordable to live in. We need to ﬁx this balance.

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I want to create higher value jobs in industries outside of tourism - expanding on the work I have done to date as CEO of Startup Queenstown Lakes.

*Candidate Daniel Shand did not respond to phone calls, text messages or email.

Self-employed Regions don’t want to rely on migrant workers. However, the reality for our region is that we need migrant workers especially with the current staff-shortage. The hospitality industry needs our support and our visitors deserve an exceptional Queenstown-Lakes experience. We can improve the situation for workers through education and upskilling via ﬂexible/distance/ remote learning.

Glyn Lewers Age: Occupation:44 Structural Engineer, Current QLDC Councillor, Board member of Destination Queenstown and Startup Queenstown Lakes. The Queenstown Lakes District workforce should be a reflection of its community. It will always be a mix of permanent residents and temporary visitors; the key is to realise the talents of both groups as effectively as we can. In my experience of hiring employees, we gear towards finding local talent first, especially those with community links. It is not easy at times. Issues such as housing and transport are barriers to successful recruiting.

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I have been frustrated with the current Visa settings - our economy is suffering because of a lack of workers. I met with the Minister of Immigration to address it.

Alistair Angus Age: over TheOccupation:64RetiredLakesdistrict workforce was made up primarily from kids on their OE. They were largely able to work for peanuts because parents topped up their cash. This has by and large ceased to be the case. The businesses that are currently paying decent wages have little or no problem retaining staff. The reality is there has basically been a 20yr wage freeze, it’s time to have a little catch up.

Neeta Shetty Age: Occupation:48

I believe businesses should have the choice of employing workers outside our area far more straightforward than the regulatory barriers allow, especially if companies have exhausted all avenues to ﬁnd local talent. The staff crunch is a global problem; I believe they will return, but we as a community must solve our worker accommodation shortage and deliver effective transport solutions.

Jon Mitchell Age: Occupation:58 Director, board chair, board member My vision is for a local workforce that relies more on locally resident talent and less on visiting workers, in an increasingly diverse range of thriving commercial and social enterprises. We need to: • manage-down pre-COVID masstourism growth rates • smooth demand across the year –events and conferences in shoulder seasons • build on COVID-crisis staffing innovations • constructively influence the government to introduce fit-for-purpose immigration settings • enable a thriving tertiary education sector and seasonal workforce it will bring • develop a regional partnership approach to workforce planning • provide the environment to attract and welcome new workers, entrepreneurs, and enterprises at a pace that we can accommodate, and • crack the affordable housing crisis with cutting-edge policies and publicprivate partnerships. Not one of these will solve this alone, but all of them together will. What it will take to make this happen is experienced, collaborative, trusted leadership - drawing on amazing leadership across our communities.

The UK’s energy regulator signaled Friday it will hike the price cap on annual household energy bills by 80%, starting Oct. 1. The increase will impact at least 24 million households, raising the average annual cost to 3,549 pounds ($NZ 6,733), from 1,971 pounds ($NZ 3,600). The region has already been facing rising costs of living.

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The strikes have coincided with Edinburgh’s Festival Fringe, an annual three-week-long arts and music festival, which has drawn millions of people to the Scottish capital. Thousands of UK port, rail, and postal mail workers this month have also gone on strike, demanding higher wages.

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Boston University researchers targeted speciﬁc areas of the brain with unique frequencies—a method known as transcranial alternating current stimulation or tACS while asking participants to recall ﬁve lists of 20 words. The tests, conducted for 20 minutes per day for four consecutive days, showed word recall improved by approximately 50% to 65%, or about four to six more words, during the trial and one month after treatment ended. Such a cap could one day be used as an at-home intervention for people at risk of dementia, researchers say.

A 74-year-old former high school teacher in Australia has been found guilty of murdering his wife in 1982 after popular true-crime podcast “The Teacher’s Pet” renewed an investigation. A judge found Christopher Dawson killed his then-33-year-old wife, Lynette, to pursue a relationship with a 16-year-old former student who babysat the couple’s two daughters. Dawson faces a possible life sentence.

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Piles of trash have spilled onto Scotland’s streets in the last two weeks as the country’s garbage collectors refused to work over a pay dispute, causing the Scottish health authority to warn of public health and safety issues. Pay negotiations between local authorities and union leaders in dozens of cities, including Glasgow and Edinburgh, have been ongoing, with local authorities last rejecting a proposed 5% raise. The strikes is set to continue this week if no deal is reached.

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Dawson was arrested in 2018 after the release of the podcast, which examined his relationship with Lynette and the events leading to her disappearance in January 1982. The judge hearing the case said the podcast may have impacted witness testimony but he was satisﬁed with the circumstantial evidence, dismissing Dawson’s claim that Lynette left him and citing inconsistencies in his defense. It is still unclear what happened to Lynette; her body was never found.

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While training over the next two years as a SPELD assessor – New Zealand’s leading provider of support for children with dyslexia and learning difﬁculties - Emma will still work part-time for Lucy at the centre.

She’s grown Queenstown Kip McGrath Education Centre from just 64 students to well over 250 in less than six years. Now it’s time for experienced British teacher Emma Wilson to pursue her passion of ensuring that children with dyslexia don’t fall through the cracks. A primary teacher for 20 years in the UK, Emma says she’d long felt the system wasn’t doing all children justice. Some always missed out, mainly due to large class numbers. “Classroom teachers do a great job but there’s just so many tasks they have to deal with,” she says. Her late brother, Martin Wightman, ran the Kip McGrath centre in Queenstown. It was during a ﬁve month holiday to see him that Emma says she really saw what a difference could be made in children’s lives. Martin, an accomplished trumpet player, introduced her to fellow Master Blasters player, local musician Mark Wilson, in 2010. He soon swept Emma off her feet while leading the Queenstown Community Choir. Within three months they were engaged and in 2016 the opportunity arose for Emma to buy the centre. “Kip McGrath allowed me to do all the best bits of teaching. Building quality relationships, providing individualised tutoring, and enjoying those light bulb moments which happen every session, without all the administration and meetings,” she Asays.move to Frankton also helped grow the centre with such a wide family population base in the basin. “We provide extension learning for high achievers, more challenge for those who are ‘at level’, as well as assisting children with dyslexia and other learning differences. We’ve seen children make years of progress with spelling, reading or maths in just a few months,” Emma Existingsays. manager Lucy Geraghty, also from the UK, has now bought the centre from Emma.

The last two years have seen an increase in students attending Kip, which Lucy says can be partly attributed to the interruptions to schooling post Covid. “We’ve seen a huge impact on children’s conﬁdence and many now really lack that conﬁdence,” Lucy says that the centre is also seeing greater awareness from families. “There’s been so much online and at home learning that parents are now more in tune with where their kids are at.”

Emma Wilson at the Kip McGrath Education Centre

She’s very excited for the future of the centre and looking forward to expanding further to meet local requirements.

Emma is already able to screen children for dyslexia, but diagnosing is different. “Screening gives a good indication of a child’s strengths and weaknesses. Diagnosis gives the parent and school more certainty about what can be done to help each child.” Dyslexia is a problem which is prisonmorescary.“Thenot,”whichlikeby.itgooddon’t.CruiseDaBranson,–greatpeoplewhilerecognised.increasinglyAndmanydyslexicgoontosuccessinlifeincludingRichardLeonardoVinciandTom-many“KidscanbeatcoveringuptojustgetTheyoftenfeelthey’refailures,they’retotallysaysEmma.statisticsare70percentorofourcurrentpopulationin

Lucy says she will be welcoming the extra pair of hands and expertise, with around 100 small group sessions delivered at the centre each week.

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She is the sixth franchisee in the 20-plus years of Kip McGrath in Queenstown. “Lucy is the ideal person to take over. I’m absolutely delighted for her,” says Emma.

New Zealand is dyslexic or neurodiverse and that needs to be addressed.” Emma says she believes the concept-based approach adopted by the New Zealand education system to whole word recognition rather than phonics (sounding out a word), has contributed to a rise in problems for dyslexic learners. “There’s a science in learning to read. It’s not a skill which humans are naturally born with, unlike learning to Emmaspeak.”has worked hard to diversify the subjects offered at Kip McGrath. “Creating The Academy has been a great success in attracting a wider range of teaching staff and specialists.” The Academy quickly grew to also re-inspire learners who weren’t reaching their full potential in the classroom. About 50 primary children attend for one day per week. “Many kids have a lot more to offer than they contribute in a classroom environment,” she says. “We have an individual approach which discourages comparison between peers.”

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The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for coordinating and carrying out the efficient day to day maintenance of The Ridge Resort. This encompasses a range of duties to ensure the resort building and grounds are maintained at a high level and assisting in ensuring that Health and Safety standards and requirements are met and monitored.

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MANAGER Ridge Resort, 67 Goldfield Heights, Queenstown is seeking a versatile person to fill the role of maintenance manager.

Destination Queenstown is the regional tourism organisation responsible for marketing Queenstown, a place that inspires dreams and challenges people to go beyond their limits, to seek and fulfil their Thispotential.isa full-time position reporting to the HR & Administration Manager. Responsibilities include overall management of DQ’s office with a key focus on championing and implementing sustainable operations. The role is also the touchpoint for DQ members, managing the membership experience on and offline. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who is confident, organised, proactive, sociable and lives locally to join a high performing, well supported, collaborative, fun and creative team. To apply, find out more information or request a copy of the position description, please contact Katie Obermoser, HR Manager: hr@queenstownNZ.nz We look forward to hearing from you! Applications close: Friday 9th September 2022

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routine resort maintenance of spas, bikes and other services when necessary. Two plus years of experience in similar roles is preferred. This is a full-time position. Remuneration based on skills and experience Applications to nicola.warren@classicholidays.co.nz or 027 222 5579 Prep & Take Away Cook Lake Hawea •Permanent Full Time Position •Competitive •AccommodationRemunerationandrelocation package negotiable Work at the heart of Lake Hawea's beautiful community hub, just 15minutes drive from Wanaka. The Job Food prep across Cafe and Take Away Menu Leading small kitchen team through service and clean down Operating deep fryer Predominantly evening shifts Varied roster, 40 hours per week Requirements Experience working in a busy kitchen Confident knife skills Sound understanding of Food Safety We offer a relaxed, friendly work environment, and room for future growth as we move into the bustling summer season. Applications to info@haweastoreandkitchen.nz

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Both full & part-time positions available. Awesome job opportunity for someone that loves both horses & the outdoors.

·NZ citizen/resident or have current work visa Bring CV to15 Ballarat St or email to goulding.tj@xtra.co.nz

No cooking to Service, Day shifts only, Great Team of hospo professionals.

• Have a good level of written & verbal PreviousEnglish.cleaning or basic mechanical experience an advantage. This is a full-time position and you will be working weekends. Must be currently holding a valid work visa.

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Become part of the friendly team serving breakfast lunch and dinner every day in The Mall. We need: KITCHEN HANDS No experience required Full training available CHEF DE PARTIE Three years experience preferred DUTY MANAGER LCQ and DM Cert required Good terms and conditions. AEWV sponsorships available. Start dates negotiable for successful applicants. Applicants must be: ·Available nights and weekends

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To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter marked Vehicle Groomer in subject line to Christine Moore

• Current First Aid Certificate required OR the ability to obtain one.

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• Must have experience with horses, be hard-working, energetic with exceptional customer service.

If you have Full Time availability and any of these roles are of your interest, please apply sending your cover letter and CV to warwick.taylor@goodgroup.co.nz

If you’re a chef after a change of pace and would like to work in a food lover’s store, then we have the role for you! Shop from our extensive range of fresh produce, grocery goods and butchery products to create appealing seasonal salads, cooked deli meats and fill our cabinets daily with delicious sandwiches, rolls and baked Catergoods. for various functions, be a part of a creative team and supportive work environment. Great staff discount, coffee and lunch Seeprovided.Angela today to discuss the role further. To apply or discuss further, contact Angela on shopqueenstown@raewardfresh-si.co.nz

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What we strive to offer: anniversary free stays, discounted rates, flexible work schedule, daily meals, mindfulness program, career prospects, self-development tools, nurturing environment. Ongoing Bonus Structure. Who you are: an 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 Wehappen.arelooking for: • Housekeeping Supervisor • Self Checker • Room Attendant • Food and Beverage Attendant • Bartender • SendBaristausyour current resume for the role you are applying for with references & copy of a valid work permit if applicable, to jagan@kamana.co.nz Kamana Lakehouse, 139 Fernhill Rd, Queenstown

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It's time to love your job. Join the best team here at Kamana Lakehouse and Nest kitchen + Whobar. we are: top-rated independent hotel and restaurant with a great team culture. Showing true care for our team's wellbeing, with 100% full-time-staff retention during all Covid waves.

Sous Chef Seeking committed and reliable professionals to join our busy kitchen in preparation for the busiest time of the year.

Sherwood is looking for a Senior Waitstaff to join their Front of House team. Must be a driven hospitality professional with a love of seasonal, locally sourced food and natural wines and know what it is to other consistently exceptional service to our Contactguests. hayley@sherwoodqueenstown.nz if interested.

All Front of House positions: Assistant Restaurant Managers

Our ideal candidate: Has 1-3 years’ experience working with guest services in a hotel reservations / front office senior role. Ideally has an excellent knowledge of Queenstown and surrounds. You'll be charismatic, full of energy, with an ability to think on your feet and use your You'llinitiative.also have a great sense of humour, be a good story teller, and love to get the very best out of the people around you.

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Role description: Guest Services is responsible for the seamless delivery of our guest's experience at Sherwood including; Receiving and processing guest reservations Managing direct and in-direct booking sources Communicating with guests pre-arrival, and post-stay In-room guest services and systems and processes of guest room experience with the larger Sherwood experience telling Daily reporting, reconciliation and cash handling asEmailrequiredyour cv to work@sherwoodqueenstown.nz

This is a rare opening in our accommodation team for a natural rock star to help lead the guest experience at Sherwood. If you want to be a part of a young, innovative, fast growing company that values people and place. You'll get to work with a great team and in a positive, supportive and innovative environment.

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Cafe Society is looking for Barista, Head Chef and Chef de Partie Cafe society is looking for our new members to join us here in our busy buzzy Cafe at 5 Mile Frankton. Send us your CV and a cover letter at: cafesocietyjobs@xtra.co.nz We look forward to hearing from you.

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exterior plastering hiring for labour / apprentice to join our team. Exterior plastering, provide, support and assistance to one or more skilled plasterers. General work assisting the plasterer include site preparation and clearance and maintaining site tidiness and assisting as directed by the plasterer. The ideal candidate will have •Hard working in a team environment •Have your own transport •Love of the outdoors Experience or similar experience is preferred, however training will be provided. Start date ASAP Please send your resume to sean@wardplastering.nz

Working on the counter and driving vehicles as required by the business. ROAs also support their colleagues on the counter by cleaning, preparing and parking vehicles for rent. Identifying and reporting vehicle damage is also a key responsibility. In the service facility Rental Operations Agents (ROAs) ensure our customers have a positive experience of Apex by providing a superb level of customer service. Achieving sales and Net Promoter Score (NPS) targets are integral to the position. Requirements: •Valid full Driving licence

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We are looking for a reliable, fun and responsible person to join our team at Queenstown Airport Paper Plus. The Job will be 4-5 days a week including weekends. Retail experience is a plus but not essential. You must be able to work in a busy, stress-free, team environment. this sounds like you, please PM me or send your cv to queenstownairport@paperplus.co.nzLabourRequire

Seeking hospitality professionals to join our busy restaurant. $23 - $30 per hour If you any of these roles are of interest to you, please drop your resume into the restaurant or email nicole.simister@botswanabutchery.co.nz

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We are looking for Bartenders, Security and Duty Managers to work in our busy bar in Queenstown. You must have current working Visa and speak excellent English for all roles. The positions are on a roster that will vary from week to week. You must be able to work weekends and evenings. For the In-House Security position, you must have current COA. Duty Managers must have their LCQ and Managers Certi cate. Please send your CV to queenstowncowboys@gmail.com

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The Gaming Department is seeking outgoing, friendly individuals from a strong customer service background to join our team of have •Professionala: appearance •Talent for maths • Flexibility to work night shifts and weekends. No experience is necessary, as we provide fully paid training. You must be able to obtain a casino Certificate of Approval (COA), which requires you passing a criminal conviction check and credit check.

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Permanent retail sales team opportunities available with Aelia Duty Free - Queenstown Airport Share your passion for customer service and meet people from all walks of life!

Queenstown’s hottest 5 star luxury hotel and home to industry leading F&B outlets – Bazaar Restaurant & Reds Bar.

Our instore Cafe / Deli looks after our local shoppers & our baristas make consistently great coffee. If you are looking for 40 hours with two days off and enjoy working in a supportive team, come & see if Raeward Fresh is your vibe. To apply, please send your CV to Angela at shopqueenstown@raewardfresh-si.co.nz

We operate in a dynamic airport environment and some shifts may fall outside normal business hours. To apply, scan the QR code to apply online.

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Mountain Landscaping & Maintenance is looking for landscape gardeners to work as part of a small team maintaining a range of 50+ properties to the highest standard. Experience preferred in pruning, weed control, power tool use and plant knowledge. Competitive pay rates, full training & PPE provided. Opportunity for nationally recognised apprenticeships. A NZ work visa and current drivers license are essential. Please email your CV and references roy@mountainmaintenance.co.nzto

If you are interested, please send a CV and cover letter to employment@skycityqueenstown.co.nz

Due to government legislation you must be 20 years of age or over and applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand At SkyCity, we believe there is strength in diversity which is why we encourage and support a diverse range of people in our workforce. We’re committed to providing equal employment opportunities, a safe and healthy work environment, and a sense of belonging to all people regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, religious or ethical beliefs.

From $27.76/hour Email: ryan_henley@evt.com

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• Great environment • Lots of Latin Music to enjoy Come and join the team! Get in contact to caribeqt@gmail.com or drop your cv at the store.

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Caribe Latin Kitchen Is looking for a new CHEF ASSISTANTS / KITCHEN HAND & FRONT OF HOUSE

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 6th September 2022 - 12th September 2022 SITUATIONS VACANTPh: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz Page 42 Come join our fun team and work in an exciting airport environment. Perks of working for us: • Discounted accommodation within walking distance • Daily staff meals • Competitive wage • Social outings • Flexible roster to spend more time on the snow. • Free coffee all day everyday • Professional career path • Relocating support The following roles are available: CHEFS / BAKERS ALL KITCHENLEVELSHAND MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9AM-5PM AVAILABLE $25 P/H DUTY FRONTMANAGEROFHOUSEBARISTAS We have full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions available. To apply, email your CV to justin@airspresso.co.nz We are a fun and friendly awardwinning team who are all striving for the same results and looking for the following people to join our us!! PART-TIME OR FULL TIME BAR MANA FRONT OF HOUSE WAITER KITCHENWhat’sPREPCHEFPORTERCHEFinitforyou: - Competitive hourly rates - No split shi s - Sta food and beverages - Fantastic team environment - Guaranteed hours If you’re looking to take your next step forward with a thriving restaurant, want to earn some extra income, please get in touch! Either pop in and see us, message us, or send your interest / CV through megan@hhgroup.nztowww.bluekanu.co.nz Chef de Partie Kitchen Porter Seeking committed and reliable professionals to join our busy kitchen in preparation for the busiest time of the year. If you have Full Time availability and any of these roles are of your interest, please apply sending your cover letter and CV to warwick.taylor@goodgroup.co.nz REQUIRED NOW!!!!!! Skilled and LabourersUnskilled 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 EMPLOYERS! PLACE YOUR JOB ADVERT FOR MORE THAN ONE WEEK AND PAY LESS! The discount rate will be applied automatically when booked and cannot be cancelled once approved. 10% DISCOUNT 2 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS 15% DISCOUNT 3 OR CONSECUTIVEMOREWEEKS

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Maybeexperience.you want to start a new career pathway? Maybe you’re returning to work after leave? Maybe you want to move to Queenstown? We don’t mind your reasons, but your commitment is important to us and we’d like to invest in you. have three positions available. successful history in account management and/or sales. Ability to work and contribute in a team environment. Understanding how to network within the Queenstown business community.

Nice-to-haves: • Experience in printing - offset, digital, signage & labels. • Understanding of design. Customer Services Role Must-haves: •An authentic interest in sales, print and design. • Warmth, curiosity, patience, ability to engage and form relationships. • Ability to work to deadlines and manage workflows. Nice-to-haves: • Experience in printing - offset, digital, signage & labels. Mac Operator / Desktop Publisher Must-haves: • A bit of a flair for the Adobe Creative Suite. • Desire to learn – we can put you through an apprenticeship if you’re interested... Nice-to-haves: • Design experience • Print industry experience If this sounds like a fit for you, please apply with a cover letter and CV to: Graeme Hastie, Managing 021graeme@printcentral.co.nzDirector949946 READY FOR TAKE OFF JOIN OUR TEAM Swissport is a global leader of ground handling services and cargo handling in the aviation industry SCAN THE CODE TO APPLY NOW AVIATION JOBS QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND § Ramp Handling Agents § Baggage Handling Agents § Customer Services Agents free GET A Take a photo with LWB* in hands and email it to us! You’ll win a DEVIL BURGER voucher when your photo appears in the edition :) *Only valid for places outside Queenstown Lakes. Send your photo to graphics@qmg.co.nz BURGER

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Print Central is a Queenstown based company which has been in the printing business for over 20 years. Now that business is picking up we’re looking for new talent to join our great team. We’re looking for someone who always dots their i’s and crosses their t’s. Someone who doesn’t have a “she’ll be right attitude”. Someone who does give a sh/t and has motivation to learn on the job!

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 6th September 2022 - 12th September 2022 SITUATIONS VACANTPh: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz Page 44 ShuttleBusDriver Happy&positivepersonality Excellentcustomerserviceandagreatworkethic Confidentdrivinginallweatherconditions Mustholdafullcleandrivingrecord. Mustbeavailabletoworkrosterwithworkdays,evenings&weekends. BepartofaSupportiveteamculture HelpuscreateunforgettablememoriesforourEmailyourCVtocustservice@onsen.co.nzguests. 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. • GREENKEEPER • LANDSCAPE GARDENER • LANDSCAPE LABOURER • GREENKEEPER ASSISTANT / LABOURER • FOOD TRADE ASSISTANT • STAFF CHEF • BREAKFAST CHEF DE PARTIE • CHEF DE PARTIE • BEAUTY & MASSAGE THERAPIST • SMALL GROUPS COORDINATOR • BARISTA • KITCHEN HAND • FOOD & BEVERAGE ATTENDANT • SENIOR FOOD & BEVERAGE ATTENDANT • HOUSEKEEPING ATTENDANT 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 sta meals; Daily travel allowance for team members who live more than 25k from the resort; and regular wellbeing workshop. Begin your Millbrook journey today and apply! www.mymillbrook.co.nz You must have a valid NZ Work Visa to apply. QUEENSTOWN NEW ZEALAND WORK PARADISEIN Scan the QR code to find out why our team love coming to work each day. Advertise your job vacancy | Upload online at jobfix.co.nz FOR YOUR JOB VACANCY FIND CANDIDATEPERFECTTHE

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Daytime hours on offer. No split shifts. Get your full-time hours in a 4 day working week and be home by 5pm with nights off. The Dishery in Arrowtown is looking for friendly, hardworking and reliable people to join our FOH team. We employ people of all skill levels. While we are always on the lookout for experienced staff, we also believe in hiring people without experience, but with the right 'can do' attitude and work ethic. We offer lots of opportunities to develop and train. We are flexible and supportive of the right applicant. Contact scott@thedishery.co.nz or phone / txt 021 664 553 for more information.

Queenstown Garden Company are looking for a keen Gardener to join the team. Full training provided, although experience preferred. Full time position, Monday - Friday, with guaranteed hours. outside in beautiful Queenstown. Option to gain Trade Qualifications. drivers license essential. vehicle and phone provided. - $30 per hour. Please email your CV and covering letter as to why you'd be great for the job to Liam at queenstowngardencompany@gmail.com

A significant investment in new technology has put Corporate Cabs at the forefront of the Taxi industry in New Zealand. Corporate Cabs Fleets operate in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and WeQueenstown.havepositions available for Drivers within our Queenstown Fleet. Interested, then please send an email expressing your interest to ian.paterson@corporatecabs.co.nz

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Full Time & Part Time contracts available with set days off, Shifts are mostly 8am to 5.30pm with at least one evening shift per week. The role also requires you to work weekends or at least one weekend day per week. You'd be based out of our Queenstown Airport ofﬁce in Frankton. What we offer: above the living wage Bike Pass What you need: drivers licence Good command of the English language service experience preferred Please send a CV to: luke.dennington@abgroup.co.nz

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Fear Factory Queenstown are looking for an experienced Sales Assistant and Scarer. Average of 25-30 hours a week (full-time), mainly evening work. You will be working with a fun, hard working, scary team, passionate about horror, making people laugh and service skills 6 months wih full availability eftpos, email your CV and a cover letter telling us a bit about yourself to queenstown@fearfactory.co.nz

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A significant investment in new technology has put Corporate Cabs at the forefront of the Taxi industry in New Zealand. As a company we are now in an excellent position to be able to provide our customers and clients with the most up to date technology to help them manage their customers and employees transfers in a more professional and efficient manner Corporate Cabs Fleets operate in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and WeQueenstown.arenowexperiencing a higher demand for our services and we are expecting further growth to continue into the future. Interested, then please send an email expressing your interest to ian.paterson@corporatecabs.co.nz

Spinnaker Bay Apartments has consistently been rated highly by its Guests for its high standards in Cleanliness, Comfort, Facilities & Staff. Its time to expand our Housekeeping Team. If you are available for as little as 1 day per week or for as many as 5 days per week we welcome your application. As an added extra, we will provide additional training in Reception Duties for those interestedin expanding their skills Interested then please email Jude Paterson at info@spinnaker.co.nz

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If you are looking for a new challenge with competitive pay rates in a fun and friendly team, please come and join us. Full time, part time positions available. Hours available Night and Day. Flexibility to have shifts that work around school hours, 2nd jobs, partners... We’d love to have you join us for your next adventure! Please apply within or email: tricorpholdings@outlook.com

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“The steak house to end all arguments” Jervois Steak House is an authentic and premium steak house which makes no apologies for unashamedly celebrating a love of meat. THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO JOIN OUR TEAM We are looking for Food KitchenBartenderRunnerHand Hardworking enthusiastic staff member required to work in our fast pace restaurant. Applicant must have current working visa or be eligible to work in New Zealand. Minimum 6 month commitment Why work with us •Competitive salary. • Chance to progress and work at other sites across the Nourish Group. •Training and development. • Daily staff meals. •Dining discount within the group. • Full support for visa applications from our in-house HR team. • Paid day off on your birthday. • Sign on benefits. • Monthly visits out to local wineries - explore our backyard! • Open for dinner only, so plenty of time to enjoy the mountains before work! Contact josephine@queenstownjsh.co.nz or 03 442 6263 Part Time PA Queenstown If you have strong experience as a PA / Administrator in either Real Estate or another fast-paced industry, then we may have the perfect role opportunity for you! The main purpose of the role is providing administration support to one of our top performing NZSIR licensees. Key Accountabilities • Assisting with the creation of Appraisal/ Documents / Agency Agreements etc • Uploading and maintaining property •Preparationlistings & booking of advertising To succeed in this role you will need to: • Be confident in balancing the high-priority needs of the Licensee whilst always displaying a calm and professional manner • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills •Have meticulous attention to detail For further information or to apply,contact: Rachel.exell@nzsir.com / 021 058 8306

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LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 6th September 2022 - 12th September 2022 SITUATIONS VACANTPh: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz Page 47 Be part of our fantastic team Positions available ChefCookdePartieSousChefKitchenHandWeoffer: • Great guaranteed hours, 35-40. If you want more! Hours are available. If that is all you want it’s good with us too. • Very good remuneration. • Medical insurance. • A fantastic working environment with opportunity to grow and learn. Send your CV to: bookings@pedrosbythelake.co.nz JOBS AVAILABLE Busy winery restaurant in Arrowtown! Open for breakfast, lunch and wine tastings. * Accredited employer * FRONT OF HOUSE Food & beverage service We need more hands, to keep up with the busy days! Professional, fun & supportive team to work with! •Full •Immediatetime start •Great Experience•Extensive•Daytimeremunerationshiftstrainingprovidedinhospitalityisrequired! CELLAR DOOR HOST Wine tastings, tour groups, administration We are looking for a cellar door host to come work alongside our fabulous cellar door team Vicki & •Permanent•FullLaurie!time role •5 days a week •Daytime shifts 11.30-5.30 •Immediate start Extensive training provided. A passion for wine is a must! Wine knowledge a bonus. DISHWASHER •Permanent role •Daytime shifts •Monday - Friday 1pm-6.30/7pm •Immediate start Email deb@akarua-artisan.nz your CV & cover letter. Great people, great environment and great loyal customers. Are you an experienced hospitality professional who values a supportive and caring culture and wants to work with an exceptional team of friendly people? We’re recruiting for the following positions, and we’d love to hear from you: Visit our careers website: careers.therees.co.nz for full details about these exciting opportunities. Applications from New Zealand citizens / residents are highly encouraged •Room Attendants •Food and Beverage Attendants • Chef de Partie •Senior Chef de Partie •Guest Services Agents •Head •ConciergeConcierge|Porter | Drivers •Night Porter Delight our guests with your ve-star service! Housekeeper / CleanerCommercial We require a cleaner to join our team. We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic team player with great attention to detail. Offering $28 - $30 per hour. Please apply by forwarding your CV to stay@alexisqueenstown.co.nz We are now looking for staff for the busy winter period. No nights, flexible, stable rosters and a great team are all part of the package! Positions available for: BREAKFAST CAFEBARISTACHEFASSISTANT Experience necessary for the positions. Must hold a valid visa. Pop in and see us or email your CV manager@theexchange.kiwi Need someone now? There are currently over 300 willing jobseekers ready to work in the Queenstown area. Go to jobﬁx.co.nz

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•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: manager@wanakadental.co.nz

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We are looking for a fantastic new team member to join our busy practice at Remarkables Dental in Frankton. We currently have a fulltime position available for a Dental Assistant to work 5 days per week.

Perks include staff benefits and discounted treatments, being part of a supportive and fun team, and the potential to upskill and receive ongoing training. About you: •A willingness to learn and develop your skills

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Youequipment.mustbe legally able to work in New Zealand. To apply, please submit to: office@aro-ha.com attn Claire Meyer by 20 September 2022.

Passport size photo & copy of drivers license or passport showing valid work permit if required. www.aro-ha.com

As a housekeeper at Aro Ha you will be part of a small team providing high standards of housekeeping during our retreats at Aro Ha Wellness Retreat.

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An opportunity has arisen within our organisation for a part time (15 hours per week) Community Liaison Team Member in the Whakatipu Basin. The Team Member will work with community contacts to identify community learning needs and co-ordinate the delivery of classes and programmes.

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Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job: the employee must be able to work in a physically demanding environment; maneuver on uneven ground; stand for long periods of time; regularly lift and carry bags and bundles of linen, reconfigure guest rooms, lift, bend, carry, load and unload laundry in and out of commercial washing

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Southern REAP (Rural Education Activities Programme) was established in 1982 and is the largest of the 13 such REAP’s in New Zealand. It provides lifelong learning opportunities throughout the Southland and Whakatipu regions from pre-school to post-retirement. The successful applicant will demonstrate the following attributes…

If you have a great work ethic, are motivated and physically fit with excellent communication skills and enjoy working outdoors unsupervised. We would love you to join our small team, please email your CV to Donna Stewart-Freemantle donna@rsqt.co.nz or call Mobile 027 5522 545

Position Responsibilities: Daily housekeeping of guests rooms, all guest facilities and staff areas including spa building including guests laundry as required

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COMMUNITY LIAISON TEAM MEMBER WHAKATIPU BASIN

The dedicated team is a collection of diverse individuals with a shared passion for excellence. We care for one another, work hard, and have a lot of fun doing it! We seek equally passionate individuals to join our team, understand our vision and help us achieve our goals.

We are offering a unique opportunity to join part of a small team of professionals, that caretake an exclusive privately-owned luxury lodge in Dalefield, set on 129 acres.

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Experience is not essential as full training will be given. Both full time and a fixed term contracts on a long-term basis are available. Training towards Property Management is also available for the right applicant.

•Other various tasks as assigned •An eye for detail and ability to multi task Roster works around our retreat schedule.

If you thrive in an innovative and challenging environment, we want to hear from you. For a job profile and application package please contact: The Chief Executive Officer Southern dawn@reap.co.nzREAP

Projects vary from general day to day care of hangar and plant, helicopter & vehicle detailing, to transport and crew loading of cherished guests.

LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 6th September 2022 - 12th September 2022 SITUATIONS VACANTPh: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz Page 49 CHEF AT ARO HA WELLNESS RETREAT As a Chef at Aro Ha Wellness Retreat you will provide highly nutritious, organic, & plant-based creations. You will be part of a small team in the kitchen @ Aro Ha Wellness Retreat. Position Responsibilities & Valuable Skill Set: • Preparing cleansing, nutrient dense, plant-based food for the guests & staff • Learning, implementing and amending our menu as food production and seasons •Implementingdeterminehighstandards of food presentation • Assisting with compiling food orders, maintaining relationships with all providers and coordinate delivery of produce • Problem solving skills requiring ability to anticipate needs and request assistance when required •Health and Safety in the kitchen • Ability to be flexible to cater to guest dietary requirements Valuable Skill Set: •Passion for health and wellness • Experience as a chef •Nutritional knowledge • Knowledge of food combining detox and cleansing diets • Reliable and able to work well under pressure also capable and confident to work alone at times • Experience preserving, drying & fermenting fruit & vegetables •Knife skills • Excellent communication & time management skills •Willing to put in 8hours a day of varying degrees of work You must be legally able to work in New Zealand, applications close 20 September 2022. Please send applications to office@aro-ha.com attn: Marika Vani www.aro-ha.com

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Although full training can be given to meet our high SMS standards. This is a varied, dynamic and fun position, you must be able to multitask and importantly finish jobs.

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You must have the right to work in New Zealand, be well spoken with excellent communication skills.

An experienced Gardener is required to join our winery / vineyard team for the development and maintenance of our beautiful Gardens and Grounds at the Chard Farm winery in Gibbston. The job would involve all aspects of gardening including establishing and planting new areas, / maintaining older areas, pruning, trimming, composting, garden etc. and ensuring the grounds are beautifully presented for our Cellar Door customers. Approx 3 – 4 days per week. A wage commensurate with experience and performance is offered. Please send CV and covering letter outlining why you are the person for this job to Heli Butler

If you love meeting people, are passionate about aviation, safety and luxury tourism then we would like to talk to you about the skills you can bring to our fun and dedicated team, Please apply to “Man Friday” by email to ceo@flynz.co.nz FOR YOUR

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There will be exciting and varied tasks in your day both at the hangar and in remote locations.

For this you need to be flexible, ready to adapt to ever changing and unexpected days, be courteous with a tidy appearance, and willing to take direction, you need to be ready to work varied shifts including weekends and public holidays, as you are going to be required over our busiest summer period.

As the pioneer of luxury helicopter tourism in New Zealand, the essence of our company continues to be “to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience, utilising our helicopters to access pristine areas”. These excursions can include access to our private Par 3 Golf in the mountains, our exclusive Out The Back High Country Station & Alpine Kitchen, remote places in the Fiordland and Aspiring National Parks and other treasured areas throughout New Zealand.

It would be helpful if you are apt in the kitchen and on the BBQ.

Comfortable working with your hands & tools, capable of assisting in the front office and with a respect for policies & procedures; we are looking for a great all-rounder that can roll up their sleeves but still interact with our guests.

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LAKES WEEKLY BULLETIN | 6th September 2022 - 12th September 2022 SITUATIONS VACANTPh: 03 409 2800 | info@qmg.co.nz | jobfix.co.nz Page 50 MASSAGE THERAPIST Aro Ha Wellness Retreat Massage Therapists must be able to effectively evaluate and treat guest's aches and pains with care and knowledge while maintaining integrity and compliance with company rules. Position Responsibilities & Valuable Skill Set: • 2 years experience working as a Massage Therapist • Provide consistent professional massage and body treatments compliant with protocols • Handle guests' queries and concerns efficiently and politely • Uphold the standards of hygiene and sterilization as directed by law and Aro Ha policies and procedures • Help in all areas of massage department as requested by management Send to us: • Cover letter • Current Resume with references • Passport size photo & copy of driver's license or passport showing valid work permit if required To apply, please submit to office@aro-ha.com attn. Jessica Carvalho by 20 September. www.aro-ha.com

• Work in one of Queenstown's most unique and exciting spaces.

• Flora Fauna is modern day Wunderkammer, or room of curiosities.

• Part Art Gallery, part Museum, part Treasure Trove. We are looking for a salesperson extraordinaire to take over the busy weekend position, when Queenstown bustles with visitors and locals Wealike.need someone with exceptional customer service and sales skills, a background in this area is essential. Pay negotiable depending on what you can bring to the role. Within this role you will ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service and communication, and maintain outstanding store condition to preserve the visual standards of the Flora Fauna brand. To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to meredith@florafauna.co.nz

Nomads Queenstown is our flagship youth hotel located in the heart of Queenstown. Our facilities are second to none and our staff are world Beingclass. exciting youth orientated businesses, our goal is to attract an energetic work force and empower you to share these traits with our Weguests.are in search of vibrant, dedicated and innovative individuals to join our front desk team. We have Receptionist and Night Audit positions available. Excellent face-to-face communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to create a welcoming environment is a must. To apply please email your CV to nqt.gm@nomadsworld.com

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Are you brave enough to be our next Shark Driver....?? As the world's first commercial operation of its kind, Hydro Attack are excited to be recruiting for the next new star who is brave enough to take on our 18ft Sharks!! Ideally you will have worked within a customer facing role, be committed to ensuring each & every passenger has a safe, unique and exhilarating ride along with being hard working, friendly, motivated and have a full driving licence. This is a full-time position and training is scheduled to start in September - ready for the summer season. If you are interested please send your CV & covering letter, telling us why you are the “one” to rachel@queenstown.com / 021 058 8306 www.hydroattack.co.nz FOR YOUR

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We are looking for the right person to join our Cellar Door team at the Chard Farm winery in Gibbston. The cellar door host is a full-time position involving all aspects of hosting tastings, sales, cellar door club, wine despatch and website/internet orders. Become part of a fun team at one of Central Otago’s leading, family owned, pioneering wineries. requirementsA passion for wine and customer service and ability to deliver an interesting and unique tasting experience.

•Able to convert positive experience into wine sales computer skills are essential wine knowledge and a keen interest in wine desirable A duty manager qualification would be an advantage to work some weekend days If you are interested and have the suitable skills, we'd love to meet you! Please send your CV to wine@chardfarm.co.nz. Any questions call Amy on 03 441 8452.

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The Hills is one of New Zealand’s most exclusive golf clubs. Our members enjoy an unparalleled level of service in a unique environment that incorporates a championship golf course with full practice facilities, the finest clubhouse hospitality, a gym, a luxury lodge and a constantly changing sculpture park. We provide a level of personal service and a friendly understated approach that is seldom seen in golf clubs. Our limited membership allows our staff to get to know our members as individuals, enhancing that feeling of escaping to somewhere special every time they come to The Hills. As the successful candidate, you will have…

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chef@thehills.co.nz McDonald’s Restaurants Queenstown are looking to fill permanent, full-time positions for our restaurants in Frankton and Camp St in Wetown.are hiring for the positions of: •Barista (experience required) • Kitchen staff •Service/Hospitality •Maintenance/CleaningStars Starting rate of $22 to $25 an hour for the above listed full time positions. Flexible working times (around skiing, kids etc). To apply, please send your CV in to: hr.mcds.qtown@gmail.com or scan the QR Code and apply online or come in and see us. Advertise your job vacancy jobﬁx.co.nz

Thislevel.isa full-time position working a minimum of 35 hours per week - mostly day shifts with occasional evening functions in a great environment with a high performing team. Remuneration will be based on level of experience. Our kitchen is modern and well equipped, and we use only the freshest ingredients on a menu that changes with the seasons. At The Hills we pride ourselves on our commitment to our staff and offer benefits such as access to monthly staff golf, subsidised lunches prepared fresh from the kitchen, discounted fuel, easy access and onsite parking, a great team, and the most beautiful environment to work in. you’d like to be part of our great team please forward your CV to: