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Bring back Winter Fest!

A huge roar went up from the crowd downtown at the end of the DFS Winter Fireworks display above Queenstown Bay on Friday evening. It was so loud, somewhat incredibly, you could hear it all the way up on Queenstown Hill, where dozens of people had gathered to get a decent view without the need to tackle CBD traffic and parking. There must have been hundreds, if not thousands, watching downtown.

Of course, in years gone by, the display would have been part of Winter Fest, but the festival has been canned by Destination Queenstown, the regional tourism marketing organisation, due to the difficulties in attracting sponsorship. There is no word when, or if, it will return.

The festival began back in 1975 and became increasingly complex and expensive over the years. Even in 2018, the days of max tourism, DQ spent around $100k from its reserves towards the $777k costs for the 10-day bash, so, post-Covid, with inflation and tightening corporate advertising budgets, you can see why they’ve pulled the plug. Big events need big sponsors, especially naming sponsors. Winter Fest attracted the likes of American Express and Air New Zealand in the past.

Perhaps there’s another way to go forward, though. Perhaps we don’t have to go quite so big and splashy. Last week, long-time locals began calling for the return of Winter Fest of old. It’s always had a businessy-promotional element to it, like Queenstown itself, but there was a good deal more community, and definitely a lot more silliness in years gone by. Yes, the world has probably moved on from some events, such as the drag race - which saw high-profile businessmen racing through Earnslaw Park in drag, a little drunk, and with wonderfully, erm, evocative names like Carman Yankabollockoff. But we could still do the grand parade, the Undy500, the dodgeball, Old Farts Ball, the suitcase race and other mountain events, not to mention reviving some very old favourites, such as the spaghetti-eating championships, for a laugh. There was always a great buzz about the town for Winter Fest. All we’d need is for local businesses to take it upon themselves to adopt an event, as DFS has done with the fireworks. They could be matched with a community organisation, supporting each other and fundraising. Then, put them all on in the same week. It could primarily be for locals, a way for businesses to extend tourism’s social licence (we could even hit up Queenstown Airport to be the naming sponsor!). The spirit of the town would shine through, attracting more tourists. We don’t need KPIs and metrics on media reach, as DQ had in 2018. Afterall, DFS has earned some great name recognition and goodwill from Queenstowners for reaching into its pocket

Paul Taylor QMG

Keeley Anderson & Paula Gilmartin at the official launch of Pinq Ladies Queenstown last Wednesday evening at Buzz Stop cafe. Photo by Kellie Francis photography

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DFS Winter Fireworks

Thousands turned out for the DFS Winter fireworks on Friday evening. Crisp temperatures and a clear sky allowed for a spectacular display. The cruise vessels Million Dollar Cruise and Pacific Jemm provided VIP viewing for friends and guests.

If you have an event or party, send your photos to enquiries@qmg.co.nz

Image: Jackie Gay, Still Vision

Jing Wang and Nisa Gurung

L to R: Jake Stanton, Dan Hammett, Ollie Henry Zuzana Grossova

Joseph Garcia and Maria Serna

L to R: Jessie Ye, Prashant Mahboobani - Vice President Oceania DFS Group, Chloe Wang

L to R: Kalena Stosser, Franki Whitney, Claire Paxton, Klemens Markiewicz

Thank you, snow gods!

By Paul Taylor

Queenstown finally had a decent winter snow dump over the weekend, just in time for the school holidays

More than 2,500 skiers and snowboarders were up at The Remarkables on Sunday, while Coronet Peak was also able to open, and Cardrona Alpine Resort put up the ‘sold out’ signs for the first time.

RealNZ-run ski field Cardrona, half way to Wānaka over the Crown Range, has introduced a cap of the number of people on the mountain this winter, along with dynamic pricing. It sold out of chairlift day passes on Sunday (2 July) and its website shows there are none available until Friday.

All Queenstown ski fields are likely to have a busy week, as the New Zealand school holidays coincides with the Australian holidays.

NZSki’s The Remarkables ski field area manager Ross Lawrence says it’s great the snow has arrived, adding 17cms to the mountain over the weekend.

“It’s the busiest time of the year but great to the families coming out and enjoying themselves,” Lawrence says on Sunday.

Housing on the horizon

By Paul Taylor

Developers are getting their ducks in a row on three medium- and highdensity housing projects in Queenstown.

The separate developments could provide 153 homes of different sizes for the town, which remains in the grip of an affordability and availability housing crisis.

Ngai Tahu Property (NTP) has submitted plans for the second stage of its Te Pā Tāhuna development on the old Wakaktipu High School site, just off Gorge Road.

It wants permission to build 66 apartments in three buildings at the rear of the massive overall site, with access off Sawmill Road. The buildings would be three-stories high, containing the one and two-bedroom apartments. There would be 50 car parking spaces, for all of the two-bedroom units, except two, and visitors. None of the one-bedders would have a car park, but there would be sheds built to accommodate 70 bicycles.

The apartments appear relatively functional, rather than a luxury development, although all will have balconies. NTP has already built stage one of the Gorge Rd development, with 27 apartments in one building close to the roadside, some of which were sold through KiwiBuild.

NTP declined to comment on the plans at this stage.

Out along Frankton-Ladies Mile Highway, opposite Queenstown Central, Latitude 45 Development Limited has submitted plans for three townhouse buildings and one apartment building, all about 100m setback from SH6. The apartment building would contain 20 units, while one terrace building would contain 20 townhouses, and the other two would contain five larger townhouses each. All would have a car parking space, communal for the apartments, private for the townhouses.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu continues to grow

By Paul Taylor

More than 140 fighters took to the mats for the Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu New Zealand club competition in Queenstown last week, which also served as a grading ceremony, with a rare black belt awarded The competitors ranged in age from five to 53, from white belts to brown belts, and came from Queenstown, Wānaka, Invercargill and Timaru.

3rd Degree Black Belt Jose Gomes began teaching the submission-based grappling martial art, which focuses on chokes and joint locks, when he came to Queenstown back in 2005.

In 2014, he opened the doors to his academy and the club grew from 15 people to more than 200 members in Queenstown, before opening the affiliate academies. Once a year, they all come together for a club comp.

“It was such a good atmosphere and turn out. It’s just between our team, so we make it super friendly and didn’t even register the results,” Gomes says.

“But it was still a very competitive day. Everyone has a roll and gets the experience.”

“Coronet is up and running again, which has spread the load, because the last few days were pretty busy up here at The Remarks for sure.

“We’ve had a south-westerly airflow, we’re in the cloud and it’s snowing off and on, and it’s very cold, -6deg or -7deg, which is great for snow making.”

Six of the seven chairlifts at The Remarks were open first thing Monday as the Lakes Weekly went to press, while 5/8 were open at Coronet, but Cardrona was closed due to strong winds, and Treble Cone remains closed

It would be the first development of the 27-hectare Frankton North land, stretching from Country Road opposite Queenstown Events Centre all the way to the back of Quail Rise, which could eventually provide 1000 homes. There are six parcels of land, owned by different landowners. However, Latitude 45’s development might not do too much to alleviate the housing crisis - part of the application asks for resource consent for the properties to be used as residential visitor accommodation.

“The applicant proposes that each residential unit within the development may be used for residential and/or residential visitor accommodation purposes,” the application reads.

Other sections of the site 3.8ha site would be used for commercial and residential developments.

And further out of Queenstown, in the Shotover Country subdivision, another developer is proposing a multi-unit residential development of 35 units.

King Enterprises Limited Partnership wants permission to build on Stone Walls Terrace, the 7.8ha vacant land near Shotover Primary School. It already had resource consent for 24 units, but now plans 35 medium-density units. The units are a mixture of one, two, three and four-bedroom properties, some with garages and all with at least one off-street parking spot. The application is currently on hold while affected parties’ approvals are sought.

“The development will have a positive effect in terms of contributing to the availability of quality affordable housing in the district,” the application reads.

The bouts are scored on points, awarded for dominant positions and take downs, but can end when a person ‘taps out’ from the pressure of a choke or lock.

After the kids and adult comps, belt strips and belts were awarded. Adults begin with a white belt and progress through blue, purple, brown and black. Jim McCaffery was awarded his black belt.

“Jimmy started with me years ago and has had some rough patches on his journey but he kept coming and is part of the family, he helps out with team and with the classes,” Gomes says.

“It’s very rewarding to be able to help someone all the way to black belt, it means a lot for me as well as for the person getting the belt.”

It can take anywhere from six years to 15 years to get to black belt level. “It depends how much you train, how talented you are, and how much effort you put in.”

The Queenstown club has adult fundamentals classes running on Monday and Thursday evenings from 17 July, and the next big comp is in November at Queenstown Events Centre, when fighters from the various clubs across NZ will compete.

Kids classes for next term are filling up quickly.

“It’s impressive how quickly they learn and it will be so interesting to see where they’re going to be in a few years. The sport’s going to grow so much.”

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Weekend radiology expands

By QMG

Weekend radiology services will resume this winter at Queenstown Medical Centre for the first time since Covid-19, just in time for skiers who come a cropper.

On Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5pm radiology services, including X-rays, will be available at the centre to handle orthopaedic concerns.

Starting 1 July, the service will run until October.

Lakes District Hospital Service Manager Emily Nelson says the service will take the pressure of Lakes District Hospital “which is often incredibly busy during winter”.

It is also timely to encourage people to keep the hospital’s emergency department free for emergencies, Nelson says.

It can be frustrating to wait but all patients are triaged and the sickest are seen first, she says. Emergencies and severe illness will take priority over more minor complaints.

There are many services available to seek help from for non-life-threatening concerns (see below).

Queenstown Medical Centre Chief Executive Officer Ashley Light says: “It’s always a busy time over the winter season and accidents can and do happen.

“We look forward to working together with Pacific Radiology and the Hospital to keep everyone as healthy as possible.”

• Healthline is a free telephone health advice service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and a good place to start if you are unsure of your symptoms or feel unwell. Phone 0800 611 611 to access free, confidential health advice from a registered nurse.

• If you can wait to be seen, contact your GP to make an appointment to be seen.

• Or seek advice from your community pharmacist who can provide health advice and medication for minor health conditions.

• If you are looking for urgent care and from out of town, you can use the Queenstown Medical Centre Urgent Care service without needing to make an appointment. It is on 9 Isle Street, open Monday to Friday from 9am to 8pm, weekends and public holidays from 10am to 6pm. Phone (03) 441 0500. Note: “after hours” fees are chargeable after 6pm on weekdays, all day public holidays and weekends.

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Airport ready for winter rush

By Paul Taylor

Tens of thousands of passengers will pass through Queenstown Airport over the next fortnight, as the town returns to pre-Covid levels of busyness.

The airport has 379 flights scheduled to arrive over the first two weeks of July, not far off the 413 it handled during the corresponding period in 2019. New Zealand school holidays began this weekend and the Matariki public holiday on 14 July will also see more people travelling.

Various improvements have been introduced to help with the rush, including nine extra self-service kiosks, six automated bag-drop units, four new covered boarding ramps, a new control room, and clearer flight info screens.

“The terminal will be busy, but we’re well-prepared,” Chief Operating Officer Todd Grace says.

“We’ve used the past couple of months to complete a series of projects that will increase our operational efficiency and customer service, and we have more work under way.”

The self-service kiosks and automated bag-drop units have been added to the check-in area shared by Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia. Grace says queues have reduced markedly since the introduction of this technology. The innovative boarding ramps, imported from the UK and assembled on the airfield, are being put into service as airline ground handlers are trained in their use.

Fully enclosed, they have a low gradient and anti-slip flooring, making them safer to use than the stairs they are replacing. They also make it quicker to get passengers on and off aircraft and reduce the number of passengers who need help boarding.

They are fully electric and solar-powered, which is a first for New Zealand.

‘Incredibly tough situation’ blamed as rates increase approved

By Maddy Harker - Wānaka App

Councillors approved what may be one of the biggest rates increases in the country at Thursday’s full council meeting.

The 14.2 percent average increase, up from 13.6 percent indicated in the draft Annual Plan, was signed off after a lengthy discussion and a terse public forum session.

Queenstown resident John Glover told councillors he thought Queenstown Lakes District Council’s (QLDC) spending was “out of control” and pointed to steps other councils had taken this year to reduce the rates burden.

“Look at what Auckland has done to reduce rates,” he said.

“Invercargill went through line by line…New Plymouth has a system that measures rates rise against quality of service...

“What are QLDC doing apart from blaming everyone else for where we are now?”

Auckland City Council approved a 7.7 percent average increase a few weeks ago and Invercargill signed off on an average increase of 5.67 percent a couple of days ago.

At the higher end, New Plymouth District Council approved a 12.4 percent average increase, Gore City Council signed off on 10.97 percent average increases and Napier City Council is proposing an 11.97 percent average increase.

At the meeting, councillor Nikki Gladding said she did not believe councillors had had enough time to work through the Annual Plan “line by line” and asked about the implications of postponing a decision to further assess it.

The new integrated operations centre means airport duty managers now work alongside airline representatives and Aviation Security managers in a central control room, which enables collaboration and quick decision-making if a problem arises.

And the digital screens providing information about arrivals and departures have been redesigned to be easier to read and to meet accessibility guidelines.

Meanwhile, the terminal upgrade programme is on schedule and due to be completed by spring.

Longer term, Queenstown Airport’s draft Master Plan has attracted a broad range of feedback from the community.

A video introducing the draft plan has been viewed more than 2,200 times and more than 230 submissions were made through QLDC’s Let’s Talk platform in the consultation period from 24 May to 23 June.

Other feedback was gathered at public information sessions and meetings with community organisations, and the QAC is consulting with iwi, stakeholders and users.

Queenstown Airport Chief Executive Glen Sowry says: “We are mindful of the importance of balancing aeronautical activity with both the capacity of regional infrastructure and preserving what makes the region a special place to live, work and visit.”

A full engagement report will be released in August and a final Master Plan will be delivered to shareholders for consideration later in the year.

An independent survey, released by the airport last week, found 64% of people felt positively about Queenstown Airport; 13% were neutral and 23% were negative.

The online survey had 312 responses. It found 95% of respondents had used the airport in the past year, with 5% using the airport weekly and 40% using it every two to three months. Some 92% deemed it as important.

Council chief executive Mike Theelen told her councillors had had “numerous opportunities right through that process to consider and debate the plan” and it wasn’t until less than 24 hours before the meeting he received any requests for change from any councillors.

Theelen said the council has worked hard to minimise the size of the increase and said the council is facing “considerable” cost increases from factors like increased interest rates and high inflation, plus historic weather-tightness claims.

Deputy mayor Quentin Smith pointed to steps like deferring “an enormous chunk” of council’s capital programme, adjusting its rate-funded debt programme and decreasing funding of depreciation to help minimise the rates increases.

“We’re in an incredibly tough situation here… but we’ve reacted in the best way that is available to us,” Quentin said.

The average rates increase of 14.2 percent after growth will not result in a uniform increase across all rate types and locations.

Average increases for Queenstown are: residential 13.18 percent, commercial 13.62 percent, accommodation 12.35 percent, vacant 14.56 percent.

In Arrowtown, the average increases are: residential 13.88 percent, commercial 13.23 percent, accommodation 14.33 percent, and vacant 16.26 percent.

Glenorchy residents will pay 16.93 percent more on average, while those in Lake Hayes see a 15.61 percent average increase, in Kingston it’s a whopping 19.20 percent average rise for residential, while in Arthurs Point its 13.47 percent.

Across the Whakatipu, the rates for country dwellings will increase by 21.24 percent, while the increase for farmland is 20.94 per cent.

Average increases for Wānaka are: residential 14.04 percent, country dwelling 16.2 percent; Hāwea 12.33 percent; and Luggate 13.61 percent.

The differences relate to the services received (some townships do not have reticulated water and wastewater), and the capital values.

Queenstown Airport Chief Operating Officer Todd Grace

Self-service bag-drop technology is speeding up the check-in process at Queenstown Airport

The new aviation ramps will get passengers on and off planes more quickly and safely

The Council Word

Nationwide plastics ban

Did you know that many single-use plastics were banned or restricted on 1 July? They include produce bags; plates, bowls and cutlery; fruit labels; and drinking straws (which are still available for anyone with a disability or health needs). Learn more at environment.govt.nz/plastics

Have your say on the arts

QLDC is teaming up with Three Lakes Cultural Trust to develop an arts, culture and heritage strategy for our district. It’s important we hear from as many different voices as possible. If you didn’t get to one of our recent hui here’s another chance to have your say: take the short survey before 30 July at tewahitoi.nz/news/have-your-say

Winter wellness events

Join us for a series of uplifting free events! Winterdaze includes everything from yoga to knitting, beeswax wrap workshops to bingo. Every Thursday until 10 August at Happiness House on Park St, or Queenstown library. Full details on Facebook @QLDCinfo

Māori Electoral Option

– Te Kōwhiringa Pōti Māori

Māori can choose whether they want to be on the Māori electoral roll or the general roll. It’s an important decision that determines what candidates you can choose from to represent you and your rohe in parliamentary and local elections. Any changes for the general election need to be made by 13 July. For more info call 0800 36 76 56 or visit vote.nz

Get a grip this winter

Sign up to our winter road report and get an email before 7.00am every morning with a heads up on driving conditions around the district. Road closures, black ice or sweet as – it’s a free service. Sign up at qldc.govt.nz/winter-road-reports

Alcohol licence applications

All recently lodged alcohol licence applications are on our website. Any objections must be made within 15 working days of the public notice being published.

Visit qldc.govt.nz/services/alcohol-licensing/public-notices

Changes to parking fees

Parking fees are changing in several locations across Queenstown from Monday 17 July. These fees are used to subsidise the public transport service. For more info on this and related topics head to qldc.govt.nz/parking

Safety worries as tenants squeeze into overcrowded housing in Queenstown

By RNZ

The Queenstown Housing Initiative says reports of overcrowded properties are a safety concern.

A migrant worker who asked to remain anonymous said they were living and sharing facilities with more than 25 other people including some living in illegal cabins.

They have been having power cuts, including one that lasted two days this month, because there were too many people on the property.

The Queenstown Lakes District Council and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment have said they had begun investigating the property.

Queenstown Housing Initiative co-founder Lindsay Waterfield said putting up partitions or building extra rooms could create a safety hazard in an overcrowded house.

“If there’s a fire or if there’s an emergency in these houses and these new walls have been put up to build additional rooms or section off other rooms, then there’s actually really no clear path to get out if there is an emergency,” Waterfield said.

“And also, for firefighters or emergency services that do respond to a potential emergency, because of the overcrowding, they don’t actually know where they’re going and they don’t have a concrete number of people that are in the house that they might have to save.”

People were afraid to speak out because they were still in the house, she said.

“A lot of people just don’t feel that they’re going to get anything out of it even if they do want to report it, because it’s just another dead end avenue and at this point now, at least they have a roof over their head versus speaking out and maybe being booted out into the cold and then having absolutely nowhere to go.”

She had been trying to encourage anyone posting about available rooms on social media to consider housing people who had been sleeping in their vehicles first.

Another option the initiative was looking at was to encourage tradespeople to offer some time to work on the council’s Lynch Block cabins which were mostly sitting empty.

The council has previously said that the cost of getting them up to the government’s Healthy Homes standards was a barrier to carrying out the work.

The Healthy Homes standards include minimum requirements for heating, insulation, ventilation, dampness, drainage and draught stopping.

“Being in a kind of rundown cabin would be better than being in a cold damp car at a campsite, and if it’s a short fixed term tenancy in these cabins, then they don’t actually have to comply with the Healthy Homes standards if it’s 90 days or less. Well that’s something that we’re also kind of pushing with the council right now.”

She had also been in touch with a community member who had a few units she hoped could get people out of their cars for the winter. She encouraged those in need to reach out for help.

“They’re not alone. We just want to let people know that this is a situation that’s affecting so many people and there’s a lot of people out there that want to help and we just need people to find the courage to speak out about their situation and realise there is no shame in it ‘cos this is not their fault.”

Chances of finding housing ‘slim to none’

Queenstown Citizens Advice Bureau manager Tracy Pool said the bureau had been providing advice to migrant workers about their rights.

“So we can stand up for their rights and we know that what’s happening is wrong and it’s potentially unsafe. But the only reason these people are living there is because the options are not there.”

She described the housing situation as desperate.

“For those people who do not have any form of accommodation at the moment, the chances of them finding it are almost slim to none.”

Some of the people who had left the overcrowded property at the centre of multiple investigations had been given some accommodation, but it was only temporary, she said.

“There is nowhere to go and that’s not going to change in the next couple of months. It’s just not., We have a capacity problem and it’s huge and this is why the rents go up and this is why there’s opportunities for people to make more money out of some of these people and take advantage.

“This why we get flatmates coming in saying my head tenant’s kicked me out because he wants to charge more money for the rooms.”

This was happening regularly, she said.

There was some amazing work being done by the local council, housing trust and others to help alleviate this problem for the future, but that would not help those currently living in cars or crowded homes, she said.

Lindsay Waterfield says changes to properties to fit in more tenants could make it difficult for emergency services to access the housing. Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon

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IT TAKES A CREW TO SAVE A life - Coastguard seeks new volunteers for Coastguard Shore Crew Volunteer, Coastguard Unit Radio Operator Volunteer and Coastguard Designated Person Ashore Volunteer roles. Interested? https://volunteers. coastguard.nz

KIWI HARVEST WINTER FOOD CAMPAIGN IS UNDERWAY. You can help by donating items for you shop or extra items from your pantry. Food trolleys are available at most local supermarkets. Learn more online at kiwiharvest.org.nz/central-lakes-wintercampaign

FREE IMMIGRATION CLINIC. IF YOU NEED IMMIGRATION information or advice the Citizens Advice Bureau run an immigration clinic every Wednesday from 7pm. To make an appointment call them on 03 442 6679

ALTRUSA QUEENSTOWN IS HOSTING AN 80’S THEMED quiz night on Wed. 2nd August at Whakatipu Rugby Club. Get your team together & get dressed up. For tickets email altrusaqueenstown@gmail.com or message us on Facebook.com/ altrusaqueenstown. Tickets $120 for teams of 6, includes table food.

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ST JOHN ROOMS FOR HIRE. 1 X office space with free WIFI. 1 x room seats 30, 1 x room seats 100 with whiteboards, smart TVs, projector screens, free WIFI, shared kitchen and fantastic views! Contact Sarah on 027 206 6340 or queenstownreception@stjohn. org.nz for bookings and more info.

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

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QUEENSTOWN DHARMA CENTRE, 12 LAKE ST. WED (5 July), @ 6:30pm, “Calm Mind, Open Heart” with Grant Rix; SUN (9 July), @ 10am, “Cultivating Awareness Practice” followed by “Social Sunday.” Sessions are free with dana for the centre/teacher gratefully accepted. More info on dharmacentre.org.nz or FB.

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LAKES BUSINESS

by Sue Fea

My Life Story

STUART MACLEAN Multi-faceted motorsport man

Stuart Maclean was one of Queenstown’s tourism leaders back in the day, having arrived in 1969 at 26, as an NZI insurance salesman from Invercargill. He’d been vice president of the Invercargill Jaycees at 21, with a ‘dream job’ travelling the South Island insuring pubs before being sent to Queenstown as the town’s first permanent NZI insurance agent.

Business “walked in the door” as the town of just 3500 had only been serviced out of Invercargill until then. It was quite a transition for a city boy, handling everything from high country stations to little old ladies’ cars. “This guy walked into my office and said, ‘Gidday, I’m Mick. Mick Bloody Sarginson (Mount Aurum Station runholder).”

Everybody knew everybody else’s business. Rejecting a posting to Masterton for NZI, Stuart took over managing Skyline’s travel office in the Mall until 1975.

He joined Queenstown Jaycees and was president for a year. He also founded the Queenstown Car Club with Brian Middlemass, and is still heavily involved 53 years on. Their Coronet Peak Hill Climb attracted top drivers like Inky Tulloch, Trevor Crowe and Reg Cook.

Stuart and wife Pam, married in Invercargill, had three daughters. While they were building their Queenstown home Stuart worked holidays at the TAB for extra cash, helping long-time weather watcher David Crow. He took readings and did radio broadcasts when David was away, a voluntary role he still shares.

Stuart was asked to manage the local operations for Atlantic Pacific Travel – then NZ’s largest inbound tour operator for areas outside Australia, which he did for 12 years.

The US, Japan, Germany and the UK were the leading markets.

A group was once delayed flying into Queenstown due to bad weather. “I met them at the airport explaining the weather had ‘mucked up’ the schedule,” says Stuart. “Mayor Warren Cooper was at the airport and tapped me on the shoulder and said, ‘Do you realise there are 30 Americans over there wondering what ‘mucked up’ means?’”

On another occasion loadings on a Mount Cook Airlines flight were too high. Manager Frank Ravey told Stuart he had to weigh his female passengers from the US National Retired Teachers Association. Stuart tried diplomatically to explain that these “weren’t slim ladies” to no avail. Frank insisted, loading them eight at a time onto the baggage scales after which he pronounced, ‘We’ll have to take the bags off and send them up by truck’, grins Stuart. “A US-NZ war almost broke out convincing those ladies to be weighed for their own safety.”

In 1984 local businesses decided being dubbed the ‘Queenstown Branch of the National Travel Association’ wasn’t cutting it for a leading NZ tourist destination. The Queenstown Promotion Bureau was formed, with Stuart as president until 1987. “It was a very busy time, and we were all volunteers. People promoting the town now

don’t know they’re alive.” One of their greatest achievements was convincing then Mayor John Davies and his council to adopt the current promotional rating system. “Initially reluctant, John could see the benefits. Queenstown now has one of the most efficient promotional bodies in NZ.”

He then served as a district councillor from 1987 until 1993 bringing valuable tourism expertise, serving a further four years as a planning commissioner. “I said once to planning chairman Harry Caldwell, whom I greatly admired, ‘…when we get houses built on the Ladies Mile’. He said, ‘Listen young fella, we will never have houses built on Ladies Mile’,” grins Stuart. “We had lots of arguments with the Wakatipu Environmental Society. They didn’t want Millbrook developed, or vineyards in Gibbston Valley, but we had to work out what was acting in the best interests of the community.”

In the late 80s Stuart also dabbled in menswear retail, first at ‘Mr’ with Rob Boult, then ‘Saxony Downs’ with former colourful restaurateur Ray Drayton.

In 1995 he was invited back into insurance locally as a loss advisor for McLaren’s from Dunedin where he worked for the next 22 years until retiring at 74.

Queenstown’s notorious record 1999 floods were the most catastrophic event he dealt with, with insurance companies paying out up to $100 million. “People underestimate what natural disasters are capable of. It’s essential to be insured.” Serious fires were on his list, and badly flood-damaged holiday homes after owners forgot to turn the water off for winter and pipes collapsed ceilings. Now 80, Stuart’s served as Queenstown Rotary president and is still an avid motorsport fan and Car Club committee member. He’s Motorsport NZ’s longest serving steward of 56 years and also a licensed Motorsport examiner for drivers seeking competition licences.

Stuart Maclean at home in Queenstown

Stuart with daughters Kate (left) and Sarah on a Milford Sound cruise in 1979

GOINGS ON ABOUT

EVENTS - MUSIC - ART THEATRE - AT THE GALLERIES

Community Kai Nights

COMMUNITY

Te Atamira is inviting our multicultural community to come together and host a series of kai nights to honour Matariki.

This week it’s the members of the Queenstown Peruvian community who look forward to showcasing their vibrant culture. They will be providing their renowned ceviche dish and two dances - Marinera and Afroperuvian - for everyone to enjoy. The different colours and striking costumes of the dancers, combined with music, create a vibrant atmosphere and a great opportunity to enjoy an authentic cultural experience through food, music, and dance. Event is free. Please register on the Te Atamira website under events.

When: Wednesday July 5, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Where: Te Atamira, Remarkables Park Town Centre 12 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton

Standing Still

COMEDY

Standing Still is a brand-new stand up comedy show by seasoned comic, Joana Joy (Banana Jolie). The show will be high energy, physical and busy. In a desperate move to ‘do less’ and ‘be more’, JJ has created a stand up comedy show where she will stand (mostly) still. As a socially conscious comedian, JJ examines and shines light on the human experience. Audiences can expect to chortle and warm to her effervescent energy and witty content.

When: Friday 7 July, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Where: Canyon Brewing, 1 Arthur’s Point Rd, Arthur’s Point

The Science of Getting High

The Science of Getting High is a one-of-a-kind show hosted by the self-identified World’s Dumbest Doctor Jonathan Falconer that seamlessly blends standup comedy with intriguing insights from the field of neuropharmacology. The show combines the fun of stand-up comedy with the captivating neuroscience of altered states and illusions that illuminate the difference between how we see the world and how it really is. Book online at eventfinda.

When: Friday 7 July, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Where: Searchlight Brewery, 12 Industrial Place, Queenstown

DANCE

Salsa Night (SBZK) at The Found Salsa Night (SBZK) happens every second Thursday!!

Dust off your dance shoes and come along to a fun night of dancing with all the best Salsa, Bachata, Zouk and Kizomba.

When: Thursday 6 July, between 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm

Where: 182 Arthurs Point Rd, Arthurs Point

THEATRE

Toa - The Play. It’s time to talk

This will be an evening of passion, community and healing bringing the topic of suicide to the surface, where it can be openly, compassionately talked about. Toa is a powerful monologue-style play, followed by local whānau aroha speakers who have come together to share their own experiences – of sadness, of hope, and of a future where being able to talk may just save a life. Woven together with music, the evening will conclude with kai and conversation. Created by our community, for our community. Age restriction of over 16 years old, Book online at Humantix. Not for profit - all proceeds will cover costs, and go towards future productions

When: Tuesday 11 July and Wednesday 12 July, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Where: Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall33 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown

EVENT

Matariki Ball

Matariki represents a time of renewal, reflection, and gathering. The NZBTT draws upon the spirit of the Matariki celebration to come together and celebrate Matariki and bring hope for the future with the Matariki Ball. Special guest is TVNZ Presenter Daniel Faitaua. Astrophysicist Jonathan Squire will tell us about the Matatiki stars and following fine food and wine, a live auction will include local delicacies, adventures and art. Live local band LASocial will ensure your toes are tapping or dancing. Why? Brain tumours are one of the most challenging and complex medical conditions with over 400 new cases of brain cancer diagnosed each year. All proceeds from the evening go towards improving brain tumour treatment and helping patients and families affected. Book online at eventfinda.

When: Saturday 8 July, 6:30 pm – 11:55 pm

Where: Millennium Hotel, Cnr Frankton Road and Stanley Street

MARKETS

Remarkables Mid - Winter Markets

Special mid-winter market days with over 50 stalls offering a wide variety of local and regional delights. Warm up with mulled wine/ginger beer, coffee, hot chocolates and an amazing array of bruch and lunch options. Live music and you might even see the Winter Faery. Dress warmly!

When: Saturday July 8 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Where: Red Oaks Drive & Hawthorne Drive Corner, Remarkables Park

MUSIC ARTS

First Thursday - Queenstown’s favorite late night art crawl

First Thursday’s Queenstown is a free community event that celebrates the diversity of arts and culture in the region. First Thursday is a friendly art crawl where you chose the route and the amount of time spent at each exhibition.

Bringing together StarkWhite, Milford Galleries, Romer, Artbay and Lightworx First Thursdays seeks to connect people with creativity and offers exhibitions, talks and opportunities to meet like-minded individuals during a special late-night opening from 5pm-7pm. See this week’s Arts and Culture for more.

When: Thursday July 6 . 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Where: Earl Street and Marine Parade Queenstown

A Night with Olivia Pike

ACAS is presenting A Night with Olivia Pike, one of New Zealand Opera’s rising soprano stars, booked for a one-night-only performance in Arrowtown.

A Dame Malvina Major Aria winner, Olivia took out the Brayden Coldicutt Aria in February, which she followed by winning a highly-prized place in the Boston Conservatory’s famed opera training programme. The Dunedin-based soprano leaves for the Boston Conservatory in September. It will be a big night. Olivia will be accompanied by pianist Professor Terence Dennis. Book online at eventfinda.

When: Thursday 6 July, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Where: Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall, 33 Buckingham St, Arrowtown

Te Atamira Holiday Programme

Te Atamira’s fun-filled, arts and craft-packed holiday programme is led by accredited art teacher Michelle and run in collaboration with Youthtown. The multidisciplinary arts programme holds a range of workshops for age groups 5-7yrs and 8-12yrs from Monday 3 July - Thursday 13 July. Sessions cost $30 for half day or $60 for a full day.

Wednesday 5 July

Cosmic Drawings. Explore our night skies and beyond in a fun-filled mixed media workshop.

Ages 5-7, 9.30-12pm and Ages 8-12, 12.30-3pm

Lazy Sloths in Clay - Portray the nature of a sloth in a fun-filled clay workshop.

Ages 8-12, 9.30-12pm and Ages 5-7, 12.30-3pm

Thursday 6 July

Pocket Hugs- In this programme children work various textile techniques as they design and create their own patchwork pocket hugs.

Ages 5-7, 9.30am -12pm and Ages 8-12, 12.30-3pm

Mixed Media Masterpiece: Native Birds -portray the adventures of our native kiwi, transforming him into an experimental, mixed media masterpiece.

Ages 8-12, 9.30am-12pm and Ages 5-7, 12.30-3pm

Friday 7 July

Clay Penguins Explore the inhabitants of the Antarctic in a fun-filled clay workshop.

Ages 5-7, 9.30am-12pm and Ages 8-12, 12.30-3pm

Lights, Camera Action Part II - Fun-filled drama and theatrical fun. This workshop guides children through an introduction to performing arts exploring character building and performance exercises. No experience required.

Ages 8-12, 9.30am-12pm and Ages 5-7, 12.30-3pm

Monday 10 July

Moon and Stars Wall Hanging: Explore the night skies and create symbols of mindfulness as children are guided through mark-making, drawing and construction techniques to create their own wall hanging

Ages 5-7, 9.30am-12pm and Ages 8-12, 12.30-3pm

Stitched Monsters: Children are guided through various textile techniques as they design and create their own patchwork creatures.

Ages 8-12, 9.30am-12pm and Ages 5-7, 12.30-3pm

Whakatipu Youth Trust Winter Holiday Programme

Week One activities are fully booked with limited availability for week 2

Monday 10 July: 10:00am – 1:00pm

Ice Skating and Bumper carts – Cost $35.00

Wednesday 12 July: 8:00am-4:00pm Cost $55.00

Cross Country Skiing and Tubing

Crafternoon School Holiday Programme

Crafternoon is back at The Sherwood these school holidays.

Drop the kids for a cosy afternoon of making and creating. The project for this event is to make a Teddy Bear to take home. $50 per child

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When: Wednesday 5 July, 10:30 am - 1 pm

Where: Sherwood Queenstown, 554 Frankton Road

QLDC Sport and Recreation Holiday Programme

The Sport and Recreation Junior Holiday Programme is for kids aged 5-7 years with the senior programme for kids 8-12 years. Sessions are from 8:00am -3:30pm. Bookings can be made online via enrolmy. com/queenstown-lakes-district-council or in person at the Queenstown Events Centre customer services desk.

Wednesday 5 July

Wearable Arts and Winter Codes. A day jammed packed with winter sports and wearable art creations. $38

Thursday 6 July

Mid-Winter Christmas Special. Celebrate mid-winter Christmas and make special treats, crafts and enjoy winter celebration games. $40

Friday 7 July

Pamper Day and Holiday Chill. Relax into a day of luxurious pampering and Holiday Programme style indulgence to make the most of the holiday break. $38

Monday 10 July

Turn up the music, light up your life. Bring out your inner musician with a Turn up the Music session at Te Atamira. Then light it up with lantern craft and spotlight adventures. $45

Tuesday 11 July

Make a Racket. We’ll teach you some new skills, playing badminton, pickleball and table tennis, then invent some noise making gadgets. $38

Libraries School Holiday Programme

QLDC Libraries are excited to be celebrating Matariki during the school holidays with a series of crafting sessions and some very special sessions with Matua

Darren and the team at Kip McGrath.

Arrowtown, Sessions run 2.00pm – 3.00pm

• Tues 4 July, Special Storytime:, Mānawatia a Matariki

• Thurs 6 July, Let’s Make a Kite!

• Tues 11 JulySpecial Storytime: Mānawatia a Matariki

Queenstown, Sessions run 10.30am – 11.30am

• Mon 3 July Star Universe Sensory Jars

• Tues 4 July Solar System Sun-Catchers

• Wed 5 July Kip McGrath STEAM Craft

• Mon 10 July Matariki Star Mobile

• Tues 11 July Matariki Stories & Celebration with Matua Darren (Preschool)

Frankton, Sessions run 10.30am – 11.30am

• Tues 4 July Kip McGrath STEAM craft

• Wed 5 July The Woven Stars

• Thurs 6 July Take to the Skies

• Fri 7 July Matariki Stories & Celebration with Matua Darren (Preschool) Sessions run 2.00 – 3.30pm

• Fri 7 July Matariki Stories & Celebration with Matua Darren (Primary age)

Bookings are required for all programmes. Please book with your local library.

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First Thursdays July – Join Queenstown’s favourite late night art crawl

First Thursdays Queenstown is a free and family-friendly event that celebrates the diversity of arts and culture in Queenstown. Join in the art crawl across six exhibition spaces all located around Earl Street and Marine Parade.

July brings new exhibitions to Queenstown including Surface Tension at Starkwhite. Featuring the work of high-profile Australian painters Sally Gabori, Michael Zavros, and Jonny Niesche alongside leading NZ and international artists, the exhibition presents works that interrogate surfaces, how they’re formed and the power they hold. Exploring the medium of painting in an expanded sense, several works also trouble the traditional understanding of painting. Milford Galleries are opening a solo exhibition by Yuki Kihara that features six new photographs in her ongoing Aotea’ula series. Depicting native seaweeds harvested from the Kāpiti coast and woven into a series of ‘ula, or Sāmoan style garlands, the works explore the vital role seaweeds play in the ecology of the ocean. Kihara’s work also explores ʻula as powerful and traditional symbols of friendship and welcome, yet now often reduced to the level of tourist kitsch.

First Thursdays is also the opening night for two Artbay exhibitions. Sydney-based New Zealand artist Gareth Barlow’s work at the cottage explores how birds populate places special to us and how when we revisit those places they remain waiting to greet us again. Be sure not to miss Barlow’s artist talk at 6pm on the night. Also opening is a solo exhibition by Issac Petersen at Artbay’s upstairs exhibition space. Petersen’s paintings of water scenes, still life, and rugged coastal waters show his love for the coast and New Zealand’s unique landscape.

Coinciding with Matariki, Lightworx offer a group exhibition including work by leading Māori artist Robert Jahnke. Jahnke’s use of light, mirror, and reflection has created a distinctive body of sculpture that references both technology and traditional practices. He often draws on a cross form, this being the basic stitch in tukutuku and the

building block for several traditional patterns each of which plays a metaphorical role in Te Ao Māori.

Head to Romer Gallery for large format landscape photographs by Stephan Romer that capture the wild places and remote locations of our beautiful Te Wai Pounamu/ South Island.

Bringing together Starkwhite, Milford Galleries, Romer, Artbay, and Lightworx, First Thursdays Queenstown seeks to connect people with creativity across our town centre. Based around Earl Street and Marine Parade, First Thursdays sees six art spaces offer exhibitions, talks, and opportunities to engage with the region’s creative community during a special late-night opening from 5–7pm. Thanks to the generosity of Akarua, join us for a glass of some of this region’s finest wine as you look at the art work. Maps are available at participating galleries and on the First Thursdays Queenstown instagram – @firstthursdaysqt – and facebook page.

First Thursdays Queenstown from 5–7pm on Thursday 6 July

Artist Talk: Gareth Barlow at 6pm. Artbay, 13 Marine Parade.

Robert Jahnke, Ripeka Pae Kowhai

Yuki Kihara, Aotea’ula Tu (Harakeke) (2021-22)

Sally Gabori, Dibirdibi Country (2009–10)

Toa – It’s time to talk

By Hud Rapata,

Whānau community

Toa is a not-for-profit stage play with a theme of Suicide Awareness, created for the community, by the community.

Our tagline is: It’s time to talk. Toa started off as a play that I wrote over 30 years ago, it came to light again recently due to conversation with the many friends who have lost loved ones to suicide. Since then, it’s grown into two evening productions of performing arts, inspiring speakers, kai and conversation – a time to connect, and more. This is all in response to our community telling us ‘We need to talk about this, to remove the stigma and help people reach out (both those suffering and their whanau), we need to connect and support one another – it’s time to talk. Actor and well-known Māori Healer Dion B Raniuia Freeman coined the phrase during the rehearsals, ‘a community that feels together, heals together’ and that’s certainly been the case with everyone involved in this project. We can’t hide from this forever, and pretend it’s not happening, almost everyone we’ve spoken to (and we’ve talked to a lot of people in our community – thank you everyone for your feedback) has had direct experience of suicide at some point, with either close friends, family members, or through their own struggles, and we are making a move towards open and honest conversation so we can all help each other, and know it’s okay to reach out.

The play sits in Te Ao Māori with a strong focus on the healing principles of Te Whare Tapa Whā – we know to focus on our physical, and more recently also on our mental health, but this also includes our whānau connections (our sense of belonging, which is difficult in Queenstown with so many people living far from their families), and wairua – the spiritual. The play has been carefully produced and directed with sensitivity, vulnerability and compassion, in conjunction with those who have lost loved ones - the bereaved families, who we refer to as Whānau Aroha.

The play is dynamic, emotional, and thought-provoking, from a cast and crew who have this experience held within their being, who know what it’s like to go through this. We invite the audience to sit with this, as the second part of the evening brings inspirational speakers, who speak with experience of transforming grief into hope, and learning to live again. For those who need to step out, we have a private safe

space organised, with help on hand. The third part of the evening is our kai and connect time, where our audience is invited to have a bite to eat and a cuppa, talk to local services, find out more about what is available locally, talk to cast and crew and others who have been through this, talk to each other, and take away information for follow-up support. We are also currently developing a website to further promote these services, as well as share stories, and create a space for people to connect.

Life isn’t easy for anyone right now; our struggles are numerous and our services are stretched. We are all doing our best. The feedback we’ve received is that this isn’t enough, the narrative must change, and it’s time for us to do something about it, in the most compassionate and connected way possible. The taboo needs to be lifted, the conversation to start, and - to create a supportive future for our town. When we suffer with our mental wellbeing, it’s our bodies’ way of telling us that something is very wrong – our inner spirit telling us that something is not well within. Often though, we are too busy, too stretched, too noisy within ourselves to reach out, and sometimes we live in the antiquated ideas of mental health, of shame, blame and embarrassment. There are many organisations out there looking to rewrite the script, and for us we bring this to reality with our play, Toa.

We are a community willing to stand up and be counted and bring critical attention to the facts. Feeling suicidal is a fact of life, but it doesn’t have to be the end of life. Come and share these precious evenings with us, this topic can affect anyone, no matter your background, if you’re human, this is for you. Stand with us and make a difference to liberate ourselves from outdated mindsets – it’s time to help each other, it’s time to talk.

Toa - The Play. It’s Time to Talk.

When: 11th and 12th of July, 7pm – 9pm

Where: Athenaeum Hall, Arrowtown

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Local teen leads the way on a fundraising drive initiative

By Sue Fea

time Wakatipu SAR volunteer and instructor Ed Halson. Savannah first approached Ed as part of a Liger Academy project in which students devise creative ways to help the community. “She’s got a real talent with film. On her own she’s created a cool video and tagged it online for fundraising,” says Ed.

“I’d heard cool stories about SAR and YouthSAR through Ed, and really wanted to be part of it so I approached him to see if they needed anything,” says Savannah. “At the moment they’re operating out of the Queenstown Police Station and really need this Portacom building for their base.”

“People are always in need of help around here, walking, biking, climbing, getting lost. It’s so cool what SAR does,” says Savannah, who’ll be among the first in line to apply for NZ YSAR’s training programme launching locally next year. “I definitely want to do YSAR when it starts here.”

She’s now coming up with more fundraising initiatives to help Wakatipu SAR reach its target. “I will be super grateful if I can raise more funds. Those volunteers put so much work and time into helping those in need which is why I want to help.”

Wakatipu SAR received $14,000 towards the project from Altrusa Queenstown’s fundraising efforts. Local SAR volunteers raised another $5000 doing section clearing.

The crew is super keen to take over the building, currently tagged for them at Heliworks’ Frankton base. “We’ve paid for half and fundraising to pay the rest off,” says Ed.

An enterprising Wakatipu 14-year-old has raised $8500 for the muchneeded Wakatipu Search and Rescue base after launching a bold initiative last year to boost Search and Rescue (SAR) coffers.

Savannah Neal, of the Liger Leadership Academy, began her mission last year, filming and producing her own YouTube fundraising video. It took about six months to create the video with Savannah being flown by helicopter up Ben Lomond to film Wakatipu SAR in action as part of a night vision training exercise. Her video, urges donations for the much-needed Wakatipu SAR Portacom headquarters at Frankton, and has drawn a fantastic response. Savannah’s now keen to bolster that further.

Savannah’s contribution’s greatly assisted Wakatipu SAR’s goal to raise $40,000.“Savannah’s just such an incredible young lady and we’ve now raised $32,000, greatly boosted by her $8500 contribution,” says long-

Savannah’s initiative has impressed SAR leaders nationally with YSAR CEO Steve Campbell saying it’s a great example of how young people can make a difference. “I was rapt seeing that video. She has a very high skill level and she’s done a really good job,” says Steve.” It’s a good indication of the impacts our youth can have on the community.”

The money raised will help save lives, he says. “It’s important to have a cohesive base. The quicker volunteers can respond and get out into the field the better.”

To donate: Check out Savannah’s video:

Youth search and rescue (YSAR) comes to Queenstown

Future lifesavers in the making

Youth Search and Rescue (YSAR) NZ is expecting a huge response when it launches its three-year programme for 14 to 18-year-olds in the Wakatipu next year.

Applications open online on August 1 and YSAR CEO Steve Campbell says they’re expecting a flood of interest. Applicants need to be 14 by the start date in mid-February.

“We’ve been overwhelmed in other centres where YSAR operates, ,” says Steve. “We often get 60 or 70 applications for 24 places.”

The comprehensive training programme is led by skilled LandSAR experts with many becoming SAR volunteers later as adults. YSAR operates around NZ and will include Queenstown for the first time in February.

“It’s popular because it offers so much,” says Steve. “Young people want to give back. They have a sense of altruism, to do good,” he says.

Young people are also attracted by the technology innovations in SAR’s state of the art equipment and testing new ideas, he says. “We encourage critical thinking, setting up projects to improve response and recovery of missing persons.” It’s all about getting senior students active within SAR.

Outdoor education, basic bushcraft survival, self-awareness, selfmanagement make up the first year, with SAR methodologies, lost person characteristics, Day Skipper and Marino Radio Operator licences and First Aid certificate the following year. The final year focuses on leadership and emergency management, learning about Co-ordinated Incident Management Systems and how to run an operation or exercise. YSAR aligns with LandSAR, Police, Fire and Emergency, St John’s, Emergency Management and Coastguard, working alongside and training young people as future potential volunteers.

It’s hoped YSAR Wakatipu will base out of a commercial building in Frankton. “We have some very good connections in the Wakatipu with LandSAR, Queenstown Police Senior Sergeant John Fookes and instructor Ed Halson.” A husband-and-wife team from Tauranga are moving to Queenstown to head up YSAR locally with help from two experienced YSAR leaders.

“We have a really good solid team, including Ed and John based here.” Wakatipu SAR long-time volunteer Ed Halson – a contract tutor for LandSAR and YSAR nationally, says he’s delighted after trying to get YSAR here for two years. “It makes such a difference to young people,” he says. “I’ve seen incredible growth and development in every young person I’ve taught. I can’t speak more highly of the skills, attributes and knowledge they gain.”

“A lot of these kids go off, live their lives then come back as SAR volunteers in their mid-20s and 30s and that’s really important succession planning for the future of SAR.”

See: ysar.nz to apply.

Young people are attracted by the technology in SAR’s state of the art equipment

Queenstown’s budding young filmmaker and fundraiser Savannah Neal in action

MENTAL heal

Owning your power

Dr Amanda Foo-Ryland

‘Owning your own power’ is much easier than you think to claim and equally as simple to give away, here’s why. When a curveball hits we tend to give away our personal power and feel sorry for ourselves. We fall into the victim mentality and expect something external to change our personal circumstances. We tend to think that life is happening to us rather than for us, if we think that life is happening to us, then we lose our personal power and give this over to external factors in the hope that something will change. This is an illusion.

To claim back our personal power. It’s really helpful to think of the situation as though life is happening for me. In other words what is before me is for me.

Thinking like this allows us to look at the magic to look at the lessons and what we can learn from this curveball that has just hit. This opens up our thinking into a much more resourceful and solution led thinking rather than a fixed and stuck mindset.

How will you know which mindset you are in?

That’s simple too.

If you are blaming others then you are stuck in a powerless mindset and a great reminder is that when we point at others there are 3 fingers pointing straight back at us. A perfect reminder to grasp your power and ask what can I learn from this!’

Why is owning your own power important?

The reason that owning your power is important is because if you don’t, it’s likely that you’ll spend a lifetime just dreaming and hoping the external factors will create the life that you feel you should be living.

Many people unfortunately do this, and when they grow old, they say that they wish that they could’ve lived a different life, but it never really happened to them because they were unlucky. The truth is that they were not unlucky. They just did not live in their power, now this is not to say that they knew this all along and chose to ignore it. It’s actually more the fact that they didn’t realise they had a choice. How can you build up your confidence if you’re struggling to believe in yourself?

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Police cracking down on MDMA dealers locally

By Sue Fea

Police will be continuing to target dealers peddling MDMA (ecstasy) and other even more dangerous concoctions being passed off locally as ecstasy, and warn parents of teenagers to talk about drug use with their kids.

Otago-Lakes Central CIB head Detective Senior Sergeant Malcolm Inglis says ecstasy use in Queenstown is among the highest in the country. As a tourist and party town it’s a target for dealers, he says. Monthly DSIR wastewater tests on the local water supply give police a good understanding of what’s going on, he says. “MDMA is high for Queenstown – the most common, then cocaine, meth and cannabis to a lesser extent.”

It’s understood teenagers have arrived at Lakes District Hospital’s Emergency Department by ambulance after they were believed to have taken what was supposedly sold as MDMA or ecstasy.

While Detective Senior Sergeant Inglis says he wasn’t aware of specific incidents involving teens. Any recreational drugs were harmful, particularly to teenagers whose brains were still rapidly developing.

Selling for around $30 to $40 a tablet, also coming in a powder form, he says it’s an expensive drug. “But there’s been plenty of work in Queenstown for young people these last few years.”

While teens may be targeted at certain festivals and events, Detective Senior Sergeant Inglis says the bar scene and young backpackers are more of a target locally.

“Our priority is with dealers. It would be of particular concern if they were targeting school age children.”

“We’re well aware people sell these drugs targeting events and a lot sell them over the internet,” he says. Many of the sites are encrypted but police are able to intercept some. Unfortunately, social media is another avenue for purchasing illicit drugs.

A Queenstown Central Otago summer police operation targeting online dealing netted numerous arrests, some serious dealers.

Often what’s being sold as MDMA is in fact a variety of chemicals with similar or worse effects so Detective Senior Sergeant Inglis says that’s where organistions like KnowYourStuffNZ that test drugs on site at large events are vital. “We’d rather they were safe than behind a tent somewhere.”

Parents are urged to be aware and talk to their kids up front having ‘open discussion’ about drug use and its dangers. “It’s about educating on the harm they can cause and minimising that for our young people.”

Senior Sergeant John Fookes says drugs obviously alter young people’s inhibitions. “They don’t have a lot of life history on which to assess risk. We

see a number of sexual complaints through the CIB.” Consent becomes an issue with a large proportion of those taking party drugs and combining them with alcohol, he says.

Police see drug use in a range of ages. “We do see school age people and that is of concern.”

Hato Hone St John Area Operations Manager – Central Otago David Baillie says it’s becoming more common for officers to see patients who’ve “taken something without knowing what is in it, or thought it was something that it’s not.” It’s not uncommon for drugs to be a factor in a wide range of ambulance call-outs. “We’ve seen an increase in drug related harm at events throughout NZ over the past two years. Queenstown is no different in this regard,” he says. “No drug is safe to consume, however, if you’re going to take drugs –get them checked, and make sure you’re with people you trust.”

KnowYourStuffNZ deputy manager Jez Weston says they’ve done more than 10,000 tests onsite for people nationwide and the vast majority of drugs are what people think they have. “This year one in 10 samples were not what they were supposed to be,” he says. More than half of those people then decide not to take it, while some still take it for various reasons. While a pill is generally one dose and users may take two a night, Jez says they’re definitely seeing some pills with multiple doses.

What they’ve seen in Queenstown is similar to everywhere else. It’s not just young people at risk of doing harm – 60 percent of clients are over 25, the rest under.

At times they’ve tested what have been really dangerous drugs and had to warn clients if they take them they could be taking their lives into their own hands.

KnowYourStuffNZ would like to increase its service in the Queenstown Lakes area if funding becomes available, but volunteers held educational clinics in Queenstown and Wanaka later last year.

Lakes District Hospital is experiencing an overall increase in ED numbers this year and Hospital Service Manager Emily Nelson says staff sometimes treat and care for patients who may have taken drugs. She encourages people to be safe and look after themselves and friends.

For advice on drugs and upcoming drug checking clinics see: thelevel.org.nz

KnowYourStuffNZ offers a non-judgmental service, testing and advice. See: knowyourstuff.nz

TRAINBRAIN YOUR

1. What was the real nickname of the WWI pilot Manfred von Richthofen?

2. On which continent would you find the Drakensberg Mountains?

3. Who is the voice of Viper in the Kung Fu Panda films?

4. Which word for a colour is derived from the Persian for “dust”?

5. Which girl's name means “bee” in Greek?

6. Who was the heroine of Verdi's Il Trovatore?

7. Baharat spice is used in what style of cuisine?

8. What does the Mohs scale measure?

9. What is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka?

10. In what city is La Rambla, a 1.2 kilometre boulevard stretching from Port Veil to Placa de Catalunya?

11. Who travelled Around the World in Eighty Days in Jules Verne's 1872 novel?

12. Considered the 'king of fruits' by some, what fruit with a thorncovered rind is banned in many places because of its odour?

13. Known as the 'home of the blues', in which US city is Beale Street?

14. What is an imu in Hawaii, a lovo in Fiji, an ahi ma'a in Tahiti and a hangi in New Zealand?

15. Texas was part of which North American country until 1836?

16. Which Russian leader died on January 21, 1924?

17. Which port is the capital of the United Arab Emirates?

18. In which weather phenomenon do warm and cold air collide?

19. In which constellation is the Boomerang, or Bow Tie nebula?

20. What type of weather is associated with cumulonimbus clouds?

21. Which lake forms the north-eastern border of Nigeria?

22. What is a sparable?

23. Which canal connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea?

24. Which is the largest island of French Polynesia?

25. How is trinitrotoluene more commonly known?

26. What is a carbonnade in cooking?

LAKES WEEKLY POLL

LWB regularly polls locals on issues affecting our region. This weeks responses are below.

Should we bring back a smaller, cheaper Queenstown Winter Festival?

Should landlords who take advantage of the housing crisis and deliver substandard accommodation be named and shamed?

Are you planning to travel over the winter school holidays?

Do you agree that seatbelts should be mandatory on all buses?

HVAC Technician or Engineer

M T Chill is a proud, locally owned Queenstown company specialising in commercial refrigeration system solutions and air conditioning covering the design, project management, service and system analysis.

M T Chill will offer:

• A competitive hourly rate (relevant to experience & skills) and overtime rates as applicable

•Company vehicle

•Phone, laptop and uniform

•Be part of an easy going, small team

•Variety of work

This full time role will be based in the Queenstown Lakes District and servicing the wider area.

You will be responsible for providing high-quality maintenance, repairs, installation and servicing of residential, commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems.

Should parents have a right to know the salary of their secondary school teachers?

This role will suit someone with the following background / experience / qualities:

• Trade certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Level 4)

•Strong industry knowledge

• Experience in refrigeration servicing, installation and remedial repairs

• VRV/VRF experience essential

• Electrical Service Technician Licence and a Full Driver’s Licence

•Excellent communication and customer service skills

• A positive attitude and a proactive team player with the ability to work unsupervised

• Solid practical understanding of maintaining a safe work environment

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

+64 27 487 7638

There were 190 respondents this week. If you would like to take part: you can sign up on the LWB Facebook page.

Email enquiries: matthewthomas@mtchill.com

Job type: Full time; 40 hours per week

F&B Manager SkyCity Queenstown

SkyCity Queenstown is looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to join their team. You will be responsible for overseeing the F&B operation of SkyCity Queenstown, including organising functions, events and running the Wild Thyme Bar & Kitchen.

About the role

As F&B Manager, you will be managing your team to provide exceptional product delivery and a superb customer experience, whilst meeting budget expectations. The role will be hands on, whilst maintaining responsibility for the Queenstown F&B financial performance, relationship with key stakeholders including other SkyCity properties and development of both management and frontline staff.

A bit about you

You will be someone with a passion for people, providing a deep F&B knowledge, ongoing training and development, with the goal of guaranteeing our service offering is of the highest standard. As well as exceptional customer service delivery, you'll bring:

A minimum of 5 years' experience in F&B with at least 3 years' experience at a management level

Proven experience in the management and training of staff

A strong continuous improvement focus

Demonstrated experience in financial management, including budgeting, cost control and monthly P&L reconciliation

Strategic mindset towards SkyCity Queenstown's business plan

Sound knowledge of a kitchen operation including ordering and food control plans

Cultural awareness obtained through being part of a diverse team

We begin reviewing all applications as soon as we receive them, so if this role ticks your boxes, apply today or at employment@skycity.co.nz and we could be speaking to you very soon.

SkyCity is an R20 Venue

we’re hiring! venue manager

Local. A busy venue with great beer, great food, gaming, sports & a community feel. We’re looking for a Venue Manager to take the reins & really become the heart of the place.

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You’ll be the kind of person that always puts customers first, loves great beer, enjoys good yarn & makes friends with all the familiar faces with a passion for hospitality.

It’s a job with a lot to it, you’ll be in charge of hitting targets, managing the team, following & implementing procedures, organising functions, preparing KPIs, rostering & managing stock.

Sound like you? To apply please email hr@republicqt.co.nz with a CV & cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Frankton Arm is the Local’s

EVENT MANAGER/ SECRETARY

The Lake Hayes A&P Show is a community event held in January each year. It’s a fun day out for the family, our exhibitors and competitors and is held on one of the most beautiful Showgrounds in the country. Every year we try to bring the town a little closer to the country and give the Wakatipu community a taste of rural life. We are looking for an Event Manager/ Secretary. This is an essential role within our much-loved local community event, joining a well established & fun Committee.

This role will bring together skills in administration, event management, stakeholder relations, sponsorship co-ordination, design and print management, budgeting, content management and marketing. Full training will be given.

Requirements and skills:

• Be organised, on-to-it and self-motivated

• Be proficient in both written and verbal communication

• Show lots of initiative

• Be Computer savvy and proficient in MS O ce and Teams

• Have the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

• Have the ability to work autonomously and in a team environment

• Previous Event / Project Management experience beneficial but not essential however a passion for our community is a must. This is a part-time paid role with flexible working hours. For a copy of the job description, please visit our website www.lakehayesshow.com

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to secretary@lakehayesshow.com by 16 July 2023.

JOIN THE MOVEMENT

and be a part of Republic Hospitality Group

•Tired of being bored at work?

•Want to make your Queenstown life epic!

•Looking to meet a fun and friendly crew?

Republic Hospitality Group has 10 venues in Queenstown, and we offer casual, part-time and full-time work. So whether it’s bar, restaurant or kitchen work you’re interested in, we’ve got it available at all levels

Our perks are pretty hard to beat:

• Sta pricing (did someone say great deals on food & drink?)

• Sta accommodation options

• Epic sta parties

• Great sta incentives

• A trusting culture

• Competitive pay

• Free sta meals

• Training and upskilling

• A welcoming and friendly team

Get in touch and join us today, email HR@republicqt.co.nz and tell us what you’re looking for.

Check out our venues at www.republichospitality.co.nz

The Hills Golf course is located in award winning Arrowtown and is a unique and exclusive privately-owned golf club situated on an amazing site that includes an exceptional sculpture park and is one of the most beautiful places in the world to work.

We currently have the following vacancies:

Horticultural Assistant

We have a unique opportunity for a horticulture assistant to join our highly skilled team to maintain the award winning gardens within The Lodge and the surrounding Golf Course. Working with the wider team, this role includes perennial care & bed maintenance along with general garden care including hedge & shrub pruning. A very high level of detail and local plant knowledge is required along with the ability to work autonomously giving the utmost care and attention. Currently this is a full time, seasonal position that may be extended for the right person. Experience with irrigation and a Level 2 horticulture certification would be preferred.

Greenkeeping Assistant

We currently have a vacancy for a general seasonal greenkeeping assistant to join our team. We are looking for someone who is reliable, personable, and physically fit who loves working outdoors. You will need to be reliable, have a strong work ethic, and be willing to do an extremely diverse array of outdoor tasks. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in a similar role, or with practical skills and a willingness to learn

With great staff benefits including staff golf, subsidised lunches, easy access & uniform supplied these opportunities come with an immediate start.

To apply, or for further information contact Annette Smith at annette.smith@thehills.co.nz

GRAPHIC DESIGNER – QUEENSTOWN

We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced graphic designer to be a key strategic member of our Harcourts Otago marketing team based in Queenstown.

This role is within an extremely fast pace industry and spans across our six o ices within Otago. We are looking for an innovative person who will bring their creativity, skills and “can-do” attitude to the table.

Having been voted the Most Trusted Real Estate Brand for 11 Years in a row, our brand is important to us and you will ensure all designs are within Harcourts brand standards. Developing visual concepts using Adobe Creative Suite that support our sales consultants, cut through the noise and captivate our customers is a focus.

To be successful you will need;

•To be extremely proficient in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop

•The ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines

•High attention to detail and precision in all tasks

•Strong communication skills and confidence to present in front of teams

•Highly developed interpersonal and relationship skills

•Highly organised – plans and prioritises well and manages time to focus self and others on the most important activities

•Experience in the development of a wide range of communications, design, print and online media

If you have creative flair and exceptional attention to detail, we encourage you to apply with an up-to-date CV, cover letter and your portfolio to annette@steapconsulting.co.nz We look forward to receiving your creative application.

Applicants for this position must be a permanent New Zealand resident or citizen, or have a valid work visa.

WE'REHIRING!

WORKINQUEENSTOWN'SMOSTICONICVENUES

JointheteamatNewZealand sultimatecollectionoffinedining,consistingof TheGrille&No.5ChurchLane.

Wearelookingforconfident,energeticandexperiencedprofessionals,whostriveto deliverahighstandardofservicetoourguests. Withpermanentandparttimepositionsavailable,wecanalsooffercareergrowth opportunitiesthroughsponsorshipfortherightcandidate.

VACANCIESINCLUDE:

SENIOR WAITER BARTENDER

Applytoday!

We make people happy by making epic drinks and giving incredible service!

Bluekanu is looking for a rockstar Bar Person and Senior Waiter to help us deliver this promise and become part of our team.

If you love people, have a good knowledge of food and beverage, know how to make a good cocktail, and can work in a fun busy environment then get in touch. Please forward your CV to our General Manager: warren@hhgroup.nz

Must have a valid NZ Work Visa.

Jucy Snooze Queenstown are looking for energetic and enthusiastic people to join us in our re opening!

You don’t need experience to work with us! We offer staff benefits from staff accommodation to car rentals and Food & Beverage discounts!

Housekeeping Room Attendant (Starting from $25.00 an hour) Chef roles (at all levels) Night Manager

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Queenstown Stopping Services are looking to hire TRAINEE PLASTERERS to join our team. If you would like to learn a trade with a progressive career and you meet the following criteria we would like to hear from you:

• Be willing to commit to at least 2 years

• Have a valid work visa or permanent residency

• Have your own vehicle and full New Zealand drivers license.

• Have a good work ethic and work well in a team.

• Have a good level of physical fitness to work in a fast paced environment

We are a well established local company with a sociable team and can offer competitive hourly pay within the industry.

Please email your CV to queenstownstoppingservices@gmail.com

Please send through your resume to marcos_diniz@jucysnooze.co.nz

We're looking for a Reception SuperStar!

One of Queenstown's best hostels is looking for a new team member to join our tight-knit family. We thrive on creating a memorable experience for both our guests and our team, and we're looking for people that share our passion for our region.

A successful candidate will enjoy:

• An energetic & dynamic work environment

• Full time role with 32hrs+ per week

• Competitive starting wage / 6-monthly review

• Monthly bonus structure

• Rostering set in advance to enable free-time planning

• The opportunity to work, learn new skills & socialise within a great team

• Opportunities to experience Queenstown's best tours for free!

• Friends & family discounts on accommodation

An ideal candidate for each role will have excellent communication skills, an outgoing personality, a keen eye for detail, and decent computer competency. You'll also need a valid work visa, residency or citizenship.

Please email shaun@absoloot.co.nz with your CV or to find out more about your preferred role!

SENIOR BAR PERSON & SENIOR WAITER

WORK IN PARADISE

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.

•HEALTH & FITNESS RECEPTIONIST / SWIM INSTRUCTOR

•GREENKEEPER

•LANDSCAPE GARDENER

•GOLF OPERATIONS ASSISTANT - FIXED TERM

•RESTAURANT MANAGER

•CHEF DE PARTIE

•PAINTER / BRUSH HAND

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 workshops.

TEACHERS & RELIEVERS

Do you want to be part of a family that prioritises wellbeing and the collective strength of the team?

We are looking for teachers and relievers who are passionate about providing education and who share in our ideals.

If you have experience with children and would like to be part of a team that believe that a connection to ourselves, each other and our learning

environments both indoors and out, is essential for learning, this is for you!

We work as a cohesive team, but we also recognise that individual talents and interests are golden!

• Flexible hours

• Competitive remuneration

• No working on weekends!

• A great environment, full of amazing humans who want to make an impact.

Submit your applications to: recruit@gems.net.nz or visit www.gems.net.nz

REQUIRED NOW!!!!!!

Skilled and Unskilled Labourers

Traffic Controllers

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

STAFF WANTED

B.T.P Wanaka is seeking qualified painters, apprentices and brush hands.

Queenstown Hospitality is hiring for multiple roles

Cook’s Assistant previous experience preferred Duty Manager min. 1 years experience and an active Managers Certificate

Bartender previous experience in a similar role preferred

If you have previous experience in any of these roles and the right skills and licences then send your C.V. and a cover letter to:

richie@qthospitality.co.nz

Priority will be given to NZ Citizens/Residents and Working Holiday Scheme Visas

Join a well established friendly team working closely with Wanaka’s leading builders. Applicants must have

• Great work ethic

• Reliable transport and current driving license

• Willingness to learn and happy to work in a team

• Good communication skills

• NZ residency or valid working visa

Successful applicants will enjoy excellent pay, great team environment, flexible working hours and working on award winning architectural projects.

Please email Ben paint@btppainting.com

call 020 4013 3350

BLOCKLAYERS LABOURER

Location: Queenstown.

Job description: General building site cleaning, mixing of mortar, cutting and carrying of masonry blocks.

Working hours: Monday to Friday 7:30 to 4:30. Driver’s license and own transport essential with some construction experience a plus. Training given for the right candidate. Wage: dependent on experience.

Visa: the right to work In NZ with possibility of sponsorship for the right candidate.

Contact Liam 0278499116

Social Media and Frontline Sales Position

Alpine Heliski is looking for a Social Media / Frontline Sales person. The successful applicant will be experienced in video editing and social media content creation. They will possess a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and have previous customer service experience in the tourism industry. The position is full time during the winter season only. Starting ASAP.

Email CV to: ski@alpineheliski.com

Looking for staff to join our team for the busy winter months!

- (Junior) Breakfast Chef

- Team Leader

Check out our instagram @marmoladacafeqt to get an impression of our lovely cafe.

Contact marmoladacafe@yahoo.com if interested.

Please note that these roles require weekend availability, hospitality experience and a 3 months minimum stay due to the small nature of our cafe.

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We have incredible opportunities in a variety of roles with shifts and hours that will suit whatever you are looking for across our 3 Queenstown properties.

DUTY MANAGER

F&B SUPERVISORS –MILLENNIUM HOTEL RECEPTIONIST

EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER –COPTHORNE HOTELS

NIGHT MANAGER

CHEF DE PARTIE

SOUS CHEF

Centre Manager

We are seeking a dynamic Qualified Early Childhood Teacher for our RIE and Reggio inspired Centre. You will need to be enthusiastic, energetic, motivated, passionate, respectful and be able to lead and work as part of the team.

We have opted into Extended Pay Parity to ensure all our teachers are well respected and able to give their all to our tamariki.

Free parking is provided for our Manager. You will be managing and teaching in a lovely small boutique environment.

Please email your cv and covering letter to fran@zigzagzoo.co.nz www.zigzagzoo.co.nz

Job Description is available on request and any enquiries welcome. All applicants will be treated with confidentiality.

FULL-TIME CLEANER WANTED LAKES DISTRICT HOSPITAL

$27.68 P/H

Contact: jemma.mcpherson@nz.issworld.com 027 250 7692

Is currently seeking CHEFS / LINE COOKS

$25 per hour to start, potentially more based on experience

If you're interested in joining one of Queenstown's iconic restaurants and bars email your CV to chris@smithscraftbeer.co.nz or apply in person. Valid working visa required.

HOUSEKEEPER WANTED

We require a person to join our small friendly crew at Earnslaw Lodge, Frankton Road. 6/700 meters from town centre.

30 to 40 hours per week over 6 days. Hours are usually from 9.00am until 3.00pm. Position entails servicing and cleaning of motel rooms and common areas.

Physically fit as job requires bending and light lifting. $25.00 per hour

Please email your CV to info@earnslawlodge.co.nz

Chef de Partie

Botswana Butchery is looking for a Chef de Partie to join their team.

Two to three years’ in a similar role with experience in high volume, high quality cooking.

Please contact stefano.demartini@botswanabutchery.co.nz