The extraordinary mix of people from diverse cultures, home countries and more is one of the things that makes our district a special place to be. As Mayor I’m privileged to be able to experience so much of that first hand when I’m invited to speak at, officially open, or simply attend a range of events and gatherings. I get to see just how much these wonderful people contribute to our community and help create connections, support and celebration for everyone who wishes to be a part of it. That insight is one reason why I’m such a supporter of the Queenstown Lakes District Welcoming Plan 2024-2027 that Council’s Community & Services Committee adopted in September.
The Plan aims for Council to work with community partners to develop and implement welcoming activities and services for newcomers – ranging from recent overseas migrants and international students to kiwis from elsewhere in Aotearoa. In essence, all people moving to our district to live, study, work and play. It will provide the information required to make informed decisions, language skills adequate to their settlement and integration goals, and the support they need to build networks within their new communities. The plan also sets out actions to overcome barriers specific to the newcomer so that they can participate in social, cultural, civic and economic life in our community and across Aotearoa.
Some actions coming this financial year include a revised edition of a Newcomers Guide and establishing a Newcomer Welcome and Inclusion Network including a coordinated approach to improving English language skills and translation and interpreting services.
Council will also be supporting the third Queenstown Multicultural Festival (March 2025) at the Queenstown Events Centre to align with Race Relations Day (the International day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination). This community festival is expected to bring more than 2,000 people with an array of food stalls, cultural booths and traditional performances representing the district’s different nationalities.
We’re also delivering more citizenship ceremonies in Wānaka to ensure Upper Clutha community members have an opportunity to welcome newcomers, and we’re providing emergency preparedness and welfare training to Council staff from cultural and linguistic backgrounds to provide language and cultural support to wider community during an emergency.
As you can see there’s plenty of work in this space and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. There are many organisations throughout our district doing great work and celebrating and showcasing diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re not already a part of this in some small way I heartily recommend you find some time to get involved. This work is not only meaningful for everyone involved but a vital part of creating a caring and connected community.
Glyn Lewers, Queenstown Lakes Mayor
Anna Siemons was one of the fun-loving skiers who took on the pond skim at Coronet Peak’s closing day on Sunday. The Remarks is still open for another fortnight, however, until 13 October. Photo: NZSki
More downtown pain on the way
The opening of Queenstown’s $128 million bypass has been pushed back to late January - and that won’t be the end of the downtown roadworks. Kā Huanui a Tāhuna (the roading alliance) has confirmed it now intends to start work on replacing 90 metres of stormwater pipes on busy lower Ballarat Street.
The upgraded pipe will be 900mm in diameter, which is close to double the size of the existing pipe.
Phase one runs from mid-October to late December, and involves replacing the power ducting underground in Athol St, before installing the new stormwater pipe on lower Ballarat St, and a precast headwall beside Horn Creek for additional support.
“We’re working through some minor tweaks before this work begins and continuing to communicate with affected parties,” Kā Huanui a Tāhuna’s engagement manager Anita Sanghera says. “We plan to share a wider update on these works (later this week).”
Then, from mid-February 2025 for about eight weeks, crews will work to connect the newly upsized stormwater pipe along lower Ballarat St, through the intersection of Stanley St, and connect to upper Ballarat St.
By then, the controversial arterial road bypass - which runs from Frankton Road along Melbourne St and Henry St to connect to Gorge Rd - should be open to traffic, taking the pressure off the at-present critical Stanley St / Ballarat St junction.
Meanwhile, with spring arriving and the underground works completed for the new arterial road, the asphalt can now be laid from one end to the other.
“Across Melbourne, Beetham, Henry, Malaghan and Ballarat Streets there’ll be a range of activity underway this month - from preparing sections of road and footpath for asphalt to installation of street light ducting and poles, street furniture, and landscaping.
“All these elements will come together at completion to make these streets safe, accessible, well-lit and attractive for residents and visitors alike.”
Crews are also working on replacing the surface and pedestrian crossings on the connecting roads, Sydney St and Suburb Street.
The Arterial Road (stage 1) had been due to open before Christmas but the confirmed date is now 28 January, 2025.
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“This factors in some wriggle room in case of challenges outside of our control, such as poor weather affecting our ability to complete final asphalting of the road, or supply delays,” Sanghera says.
“While this date is a little later than expected, it does mean the road can open with the traffic signals tested and operating as intended, removing the need for traffic management or temporary signage. Opening sooner would require significant traffic management, potentially adding additional cost to the project.”
Meanwhile, out on Ladies Mile, trees have been removed as the alliance looks to begin work on a roundabout connecting SH6 to Howards Drive - the turn off to Lake Hayes Estate.
Kā Huanui a Tāhuna is an alliance partnership between NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) and Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) along with four design and construction companies, Beca, WSP, Downer and Fulton Hogan.
New downtown hotel approved
by Paul Taylor
A new landmark Queenstown hotel has been given the green light by fast-track planners.
The 173 guest room luxury hotel will rise six storeys above Man Street downtown, sitting atop of the existing Man St multi-storey carpark.
Sir John Davies’ family company Trojan Holdings Limited (THL), which also owns NZSki, is behind the project, in partnership with Sydney firm Katdan (NZ) Pty Limited, founded by the renowned hotel developer, the late David Baffsky.
Sir John’s son Michael Davies is an executive director of THL, while David Baffsky’s son Daniel continues his work.
Their partnership - Queenstown Hotel (NZ) Limited Partnership - applied for resource consent under the COVID-19 Recovery (Fast-track Consenting) Act 2020.
And last Wednesday, an independent panel approved the application, subject to conditions.
Read more, and see more artist’s renderings of the project, on lwb.co.nz and the Queenstown App
Happy campers beat bylaw
by Paul Taylor
Will Queenstown Lakes District Council have to refund all the freedom campers it has fined since 2021?
That’s one of the questions that remains unanswered after the High Court last week ruled QLDC’s Freedom Camping bylaw is invalid. Another question is to what happens this summer - can the bylaw still be enforced?
The High Court ruling follows a legal challenge by the New Zealand Motor Caravan Association (NZMCA), who believe what is essentially a blanket ban on camping outside designated spots is unfair to its 116,000 members, who freedom camp in certified self-contained vehicles.
NZMCA has its victory but James Imlach, its national property & policy manager, tells Lakes Weekly Bulletin there’s still no decision from the court as to what happens next.
“The High Court declared QLDC’s decision to adopt the 2021 bylaw invalid,” he says. “However, the court has yet to determine what that means in terms of relief.”
The court has asked both NZMCA and QLDC to file written submissions on what ‘relief’ should be granted, which is a legal sense means how they want the situation remedied. NZMCA has 20 days to file on relief, and legal costs, and QLDC has 10 days after that to respond.
Imlach says the association believes QLDC has “jumped the gun” with its press releases last week about the ruling, and says council boss Mike Theelen mispresented NZMCA’s concern with the 2021 bylaw, in an interview with RNZ.
“Nevertheless, the NZMCA is committed to following the court order ... and awaiting the court’s decision in terms of relief, before making any further statements on the outcome and next steps.”
The effect of the 2021 Bylaw was to create just one restricted freedom camping area in the district, at Red Bridge, Luggate.
But the key flaw in QLDC’s approach to adopting the bylaw was giving consideration to the impact freedom camping might have on property values, which was irrelevant under the law.
QLDC Chief Executive Mike Theelen, in last week’s statement, says the decision was disappointing for council and its communities, who’ve suffered due to “overuse by a large number of freedom campers and very anti-social behaviour by some”.
The 2021 bylaw sought to balance national legislation with the needs and expectations of campers, and local communities, Theelen says.
“We have consulted extensively with our community on this contentious topic and received strong feedback that the inconsiderate actions of so many freedom campers created a very negative experience for locals and other visitors alike,” he says.
“While we acknowledge this was not true of all freedom campers, the impact of some on the community has been serious.”
The council is now taking some time to understand the judgement and determine next steps for managing camping over the summer, he says.
Meanwhile, work has begun on a new bylaw. Theelen says he expects NZMCA, which also challenged the 2019 bylaw, will continue to advocate for freedom camping and hold councils to a strict application of the freedom camping laws.
“This is the challenge ahead of council as it develops a new bylaw,” he says.
CRIMELINE
Late snow dumps cause severe avalanche risk
Warnings have been heightened to beware of the severe avalanche risks in the southern region after a skier was buried under a metre of snow when caught in an avalanche near Treble Cone last Monday (23 September).
The man, who miraculously escaped uninjured, was with an experienced group, including three avalanche professionals who cleared his airway and dug him out quickly. It was the second human-triggered avalanche in the area in two days. A person also died after an avalanche in the Arrowsmith Range area in Canterbury last Wednesday.
Queenstown Alpine Cliff Rescue Team co-ordinator Russ Tilsley is urging extreme caution with so much snow this late in the season.
“When you get a lot of snow at this time of year there’s a lot of heat in the snowpack and we’re getting more daylight hours so things can change quickly,” Tilsley says. “You’ve got to watch for solar radiation which affects the snowpack as the day goes on.”
He’s advising anyone heading into the backcountry to check the Avalanche Advisory on avalanche.net.nz and glean as much information as they can from that and also from ski patrollers or DOC staff.
”Things are pretty titchy out there at the moment, so you really have to be on your game and know what you’re doing at this time,” he says. Tourists unaware of local conditions should check with their local tour group advisors, or clubs, and Small Planet Sports downtown. “They have great knowledge and know where to send people.”
Who’s got the kids?
With the school holidays and daylight saving now underway, Police have issued a warning to parents after issues in previous school holidays with teenagers congregating in residential parks and at skate parks and causing trouble. Constable Amanda Shute, who’s the local Community and Youth Constable, says: “We urge parents to be aware of where their teens are as we see an increase in anti-social behaviour during the holiday period. Know where your kids are, and who they’re with, as Police and Community Patrollers will be monitoring parks and skate parks, especially in residential areas where young people are known to congregate.” She’s urging parents to keep in touch with other parents to discourage any behaviour that could affect the rest of the community.
Home accommodation host allegedly threatened
A local in-home accommodation provider got more than they bargained for after a 49-year-old male North Island guest allegedly threatened them on Saturday.
Shute says the man was charged with speaking threateningly and performing a threatening act towards a person in a house, after a disagreement with the accommodation provider. He was also charged with refusing to give his identification details to Police and was remanded in the Queenstown District Court on Monday to reappear on 21 October. Shute wouldn’t confirm if the man was an Airnbnb guest with the matter before the courts.
Driver hits parked vehicle
For the second week running a local driver has collided with a parked vehicle, this time a 52-year-old man at Lake Hayes. He’s been charged with driving in a dangerous manner and is due to appear in the Queenstown District Court on 1 November.
Stolen vehicle found
Police recovered a vehicle stolen locally near Oamaru last Monday after receiving helpful information about its location from members of the public who’d seen posts on social media. Shute says enquiries are ongoing to identify the suspects.
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Record number of entries
The Wānaka Business Chamber announced the finalists for the 2024 Wānaka Business Excellence Awards on Monday. GM Glenn Peat says the what stands out this year is “adaptability and forward-thinking” that businesses demonstrated as they navigated recent economic challenges. “It’s a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit here in Wānaka that we’ve seen such strong engagement with the awards.” Greenhawk Chartered Accountants, Mitre 10 Mega Wānaka, and Wānaka Stone are the finalists for Employer of the Year. There’s a full list of finalists for the 10 categories on lwb.co.nz
Road spikes arrest
A Queenstown man convinced drivers coming over the Crown Range from Wānaka at 4am on Saturday, 21 September, not to travel any further, after making up a story about a crash. Alexandra Police Senior Constable Graham Perkins says the man had come to police attention earlier in the week. He told drivers to pull over and shine their lights downhill because there had been an accident on the road, but that was not actually the case. The man then drove to Arrowtown and woke a family, telling them that aliens were coming. Police were called, but the man failed to stop and drove away back over the Crown Range towards Wānaka. Snr Const Perkins said road spikes were deployed, but he continued to drive at low speeds of between 5km/hr and 25km/h despite his vehicle having four tyres punctured. He eventually failed to take a corner and rolled his vehicle at 5.25am. He was arrested and taken back to Queenstown where mental health authorities were called. He faces a number of charges, including failing to stop for police. - Wānaka App
Council boss given huge pay rise
Queenstown Lakes District Council’s chief executive Mike Theelen has been given a whopping 15% pay rise. He now takes home $479,486 per year. That’s up from $415,321. The $64,165 hike comes as community satisfaction with council performance drops to an all time low. Just 15% of the public were satisfied with the council’s overall performance, in the most recent Quality of Life Survey, while 29% were dissatisfied and 22% very dissatisfied. That’s likely prompted by one of the highest rates rises in Queenstown’s history last year, an average of 14.2%. And it’s even larger this year, an average of 15.8%, as council grapples with leaky buildings payments, three waters infrastructure, and the blow out costs of the mismanaged downtown arterial route. But dealing with some of those issues is why Theelen has been given the rise, according to Queenstown Lakes mayor Glyn Lewers. “Rapidly changing government priorities, major capital investment needs, maintaining high-quality levels of service to the community, and responding to the myriad needs of significant and sustained growth in the district is a relentless challenge. A challenge that Mike continues to tackle head on,” Lewers says. He says Theelen has shown capable and strong leadership throughout his tenure, and in particular through this last year.
Impact100 Wakatipu announces finalists
Impact100 Wakatipu has revealed the five finalists vying for $201,000 in grants this year. The charities will compete for the funding at a gala event in October, where 201 supporters will cast their votes for their preferred projects, deciding which two initiatives will receive $100,500 each of financial backing. The finalists are ADL’s ‘Tuning into Kids’ and ‘Tuning into Teens’ Parenting Programme; Citizens Advice Bureau Queenstown’s Community Lifeline Project; Glenorchy Trails Trust’s Buckler Burn Trail – Phase 2; Southern Lakes Sanctuary Trust’s Returning Takahē to the Rees Project; and Whakatipu Rowing Club’s ‘Impact100 Indoor Training Space’. “Each of these finalists showcases the spirit of community-driven change,” Clare Irons, Chair of Impact100 Wakatipu, says. Read more on lwb.co.nz
Public Notice | Pānui
Consultation on Navigation Safety Bylaw
Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) has started consultation on a draft Navigation Safety Bylaw 2025. Everyone is invited to review the draft bylaw and make a submission. The draft bylaw has been prepared to manage navigation safety on our navigable waters and foreshore so everyone can safely enjoy water activities.
Get informed:
Consultation material including the draft bylaw, Statement of Proposal, Summary of Information and other supporting information is available at the following places:
•Online at letstalk.qldc.govt.nz
• At Council offices, libraries, and recreation centres
•By emailing letstalk@qldc.govt.nz
We want to hear what you think:
Our waterways are the anchors of this district and ensuring navigation safety is a top priority. We’re looking for you to help us navigate the best course for our waterway’s rules.
QLDC is particularly interested in input regarding the carriage of communication devices, the designation and identification of ski lane locations, and the navigation safety risks associated with recreational jumping from the Albert Town Bridge. Additionally, feedback is sought on vessel identification, regulations for temporary water events, vessel speed interpretation, and access lanes at the Kawarau Dam. Community insights will be invaluable in refining these rules to enhance safety and enjoyment on the water.
All community members, recreational groups, property owners, commercial operators, government authorities, and anyone else who has a connection to our waterways are encouraged to share their thoughts and ideas on the draft bylaw. Your feedback will help us adjust our bylaw’s sails to best align with both safety and recreational needs.
The best way to make a submission is online at letstalk.qldc.govt.nz.
If you prefer, you can make a submission in the following ways:
• Email: letstalk@qldc.govt.nz with the subject line ‘Navigation Safety Bylaw 2025’
• Post: Navigation Safety Bylaw 2024, Queenstown Lakes District Council, freepost 191078, Private Bag 50072, Queenstown 9348
• Drop it in: to a Council office or library in the Queenstown Lakes District
Submissions close on 31 October 2024.
This notice is in accordance with the Local Government Act 2002.
10 Gorge Road Queenstown www.qldc.govt.nz
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OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD FILL A shoebox with gifts for a child in poverty in the Pacific and change lives. Boxes/info at Fresh Choice & Salvation Army Family Stores; Gorge Rd & Pin Oak Ave (below High Scool). Return by 25 Oct. Sharon 027642 7575
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Everything Else
CENTRAL OTAGO CYCLING CLUB. FIND us on Facebook. A big summer of events including regular Thursday night racing around Highlands. All ages and abilities are welcome.
DR COMPOST’S FREE ‘GROW YOUR own veggies’ workshop will help you turn your backyard into a productive local food hub. Wednesday, 16 October, 6-8pm, Queenstown. Tickets available at wastebusters.co.nz/events or Humanitix.
CURIOUS ABOUT COMPOSTING? OR HAVE a compost conundrum? Come along to Dr Compost’s FREE ‘Composting for a Bumper Crop’ workshop. Wednesday, 23 October, 6-8pm, Queenstown. Tickets available at wastebusters.co.nz/events or Humanitix.
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QUEENSTOWN DHARMA CENTRE, 12 LAKE ST TUE (1 Oct), @ 6.30pm, Group Sitting Practice SUN (6 Oct), @ 2.30pm, Shantideva’s ‘The Way of Life of a Bodhisattva’ with Amnyi Trulchung Rinpoche All are welcome. Classes are free. Donations for the teacher/centre are gratefully accepted. See www.dharmacentre.org.nz or FB
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With snow still on the mountains and school holidays not far away it feels crazy to be launching the 2024 Christmas Functions Feature.
However, it’s only 12 weeks until Santa arrives, and the summer holidays will be upon us. 2024 has been a very lumpy year and while there are plenty of visitors around in the peak periods it’s also been hard on many teams, being short staffed, increasing difficulty around visas and still lots of sickness around.
This year, take the opportunity that the Christmas function provides to celebrate your wonderful team and to say ‘thank you’ for a job well done.
The Christmas Function is important for your team and something everyone looks forward to as we head into the summer season.
Get ahead this year and grab your party booking early. Bookings will go fast as many venues have limited capacity this year.
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Plunket Garden & Galleries: Special Chantecler Spring Daffodil Event
This is a special opportunity to explore the spectacular 12-acre Chantecler Garden in full spring bloom! This is the last time Chantecler will be open to the public, so experience the stunning themed gardens and charm of Queenstown’s hidden gem. Visitors will see a vibrant display of daffodils, adding a burst of colour to the remarkable landscape. Chantecler is a breathtaking experience with its enchanting rose garden, classic English garden, elegant formal garden, Tuscan- and Asian-inspired landscapes, vibrant native New Zealand section, bountiful vegetable plot, and lush perennial gardens. Along your journey, you’ll also encounter fallow deer, alpacas, sheep, and chickens. All in support of Plunket. Tickets are $20 at Eventbrite.
The Twilight Social Hockey League is being run in partnership with the Wakatipu Hockey Club. The format this year is mixed teams only with a minimum of two males and two females per team. Half court hockey will be played with 20-minute halves. There will only be a senior league for this season. Senior - Year 12 and up including adults. Registrations close on 11 October. Fill out the registration form online at qldc.govt.nz/hockey or for more information please contact Denise on 03 443 0479 or email denise. lockhart@qldc.govt.nz
When: Tuesdays from 15 October until 17 December, 6pm to 9pm Where: Queenstown Events Centre Turf
MUSIC
Italian Film Festival in Queenstown
The Embassy of Italy is hosting The Italian Film Festival at Dorothy Browns Cinemas in Arrowtown. This year there are 24 films, including the award-winning ‘short film’ by Paolo Rotondo, the festival’s artistic director. Paolo’s picks as ‘must-see’ cinema include There’s Still Tomorrow, Caravaggio’s Shadow, Eight Mountains, Last Night of Amore, La Chimera, and A Brighter Tomorrow. A copy of the programme can be picked up from Dorothy Browns and can also be downloaded at www.italianfilmfestivalnz.com
With short films from sketches, documentaries, music videos, animations and more, this promises to be a fun night for all lovers of film. Little Cinema was set up by an Irish film enthusiast, Brendan O’Donnell, who sought a platform for filmmakers to network and grow and see their films on the big screen. It gives all film-makers the opportunity to showcase their films to an encouraging audience in a relaxed setting. The only two rules are that the film is under 15 minutes and the film-maker introduces their piece on the stage. Tickets are $12 and online at Te Atamira www.teatamira. nz/events/little-cinema-3
Call for Submissions
Short film submissions from local filmmakers are welcomed for Little Cinema. If you would like to submit a film to be screened on the night, send your entries to bodproductions1@gmail.com
When: Sunday, 13 October, 7.15pm - 10pm
Where: Te Atamira, Remarkables Park Town Centre, 12 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton
EVENTS
Nairobi Trio on tour
At the World’s Edge Festival | Chamber Music Festival in the Southern Alps
At the World’s Edge is a chamber music festival inspired by the Southern Alps. Exploring the prism of our collective identity, this year’s festival spans seven programmes across Queenstown, Wānaka, Bannockburn and Cromwell, with folk music at its core and additional free events and experiences throughout. With spectacular sounds against our majestic scapes, experience the power of chamber music alongside internationally renowned musicians, lifelong enthusiasts, and curious adventurers alike. More than a series of live music events, AWE is a platform for the arts in our region and a spark for creativity to come. For programme and tickets see Queenstown App or online at worldsedgefestival.com
When: Saturday, 5 October – Friday, 18 October
Where: Venues in Queenstown, Wānaka, Bannockburn and Cromwell
AWE+ Folk Songs - Morgan Pearse
This half hour AWE+ Free Performance presents an intimate set of Folk Songs curated by baritone Morgan Pearse in response to the festival’s folk theme. The music selection includes Maurice Ravel Five Popular Greek Melodies, Gustav Holst Four Songs for Violin and Voice, Benjamin Britten Folk Song Arrangements: The Salley Gardens, The Foggy, foggy dew, Little Sir William, The Crocodile and Camille Saint-Saëns Violons dans le soir.
When: Monday, 7 October, 6.30pm – 7pm
Where: Te Atamira, Remarkables Park Town Centre, 12 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton
With 10 albums under their belts and over 35 years of national and international touring experience, the Nairobi Trio have spent much of the past two years reconnecting with their audiences across the Motu and abroad.
The band - Richard Adams on violin and vocals, John Quigley on guitar and vocals, and Aaron Coddel on bass and vocals - are renowned as New Zealand’s favourite ‘jazz entertainers’, showcasing skilfully-crafted original material, drawing from jazz, Celtic and Aotearoa music, along with reimagined jazz standards and some popular repertoire, to create a dynamic engaging live show. They are playing the Sherwood and Kinross. Tickets available from www. iticket.co.nz (search Nairobi Trio).
Hullabaloo Artists in Arrowtown | Contemporary Art Exhibition
Hullabaloo Art Space is a collective artist-run gallery in Cromwell. From 3 October – 10 November they will exhibit in Arrowtown, featuring an outstanding showcase of the 14 artists’ work in sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewellery, and painting. Each body of work on display tells a unique story, reflecting the artists’ individual styles and techniques. This exhibition also highlights their shared dedication to collaboration, creating an inspiring contemporary art experience for visitors.
Opening night: Thursday, 3 October, at 5.30pm
When: Thursday, 3 October – 10 November
Where: Lakes District Museum & Gallery, Arrowtown
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Wednesday Free to Watch Jurassic Ice Hockey League from 6.30pm
Thursday All-day Ice Skating until 6pm, Ice Bumper Cars and Frisbee Golf
Friday Free to Watch Live Ice Hockey from 7.30pm
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Private VIP lounge Great sounds- vinyl/retro and current hits Open Fire Queenstown’s Best Prices Wed-Sun 3pm-2am NRL grand
9pm Sunday night Big screen
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Arts+Culture
Celebrate local talent and artistic excellence at ‘Hullabaloo Artists at Arrowtown’.
The picturesque town of Arrowtown is the setting for an exciting exhibition of work from Hullabaloo Art Space - a dynamic artists’ collective from Cromwell. Opening on Thursday, 3 October, at the Lakes District Museum and Gallery, this exhibition features a diverse array of artistic practice, showcasing the talents of 14 Central Otago artists who work in painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and jewellery.
Each body of work on display tells a unique story, reflecting the artists’ individual styles and techniques. This exhibition also highlights their shared dedication to collaboration, creating an inspiring contemporary art experience for visitors.
The Hullabaloo artists’ collective is known for its vibrant approach to making art and for consistently curating exhibitions of a high standard in their Cromwell Heritage Precinct gallery. All of the artists live in the region from Arrowtown to Wānaka, Lake Hāwea to Cromwell, and Alexandra.
Visitors are invited to meet the artists at the opening night on Thursday, 3 October, at 5.30pm, where they can learn about the inspiration behind the works and the creative processes involved. The exhibition will run until the 10 November, inviting art enthusiasts and the community to engage with the Hullabaloo artists collective. Each work in the exhibition will be for sale.
Lyrics and Lines launched at Te Atamira on Saturday in a bold fashion. Arts Laureate John Reynolds created a live wall painting in the lead up to the exhibition, that will run until February next year. It playfully explores creative mark making and asks viewers to consider different types of patterns in their lives and environments.
The exhibition features the work of six leading contemporary artists from Australasia, each showcasing unique approaches to the use of lines and marks in their art. It is inspired by the Chartwell 50th Anniversary Project 2024, which is one of Aotearoa’s most significant collections of contemporary art. In addition to Reynolds’ work there will be art on display from Ani O’Neill, Gordon Walters, Veronica Herber, Julian Hooper, and Nyapanyapa Yunupingu, all of whom are featured in the Chartwell Collection.
Reynolds was excited to be asked to create the large-scale wall art and is no stranger to painting in front of the public. He has completed pieces directly onto walls many times in the past, including at the National Art Gallery in Wellington that was 21-metres long and 9m tall. He emphasised how much he enjoys engaging with the public when painting and he values the ambiguity in his art that stimulates the viewers interpretation.
“I’m thrilled with the opportunity and I like the confluence of being in a place like Queenstown with those extraordinary lumps of rock just out the door. To be working on a very large wall, it seems that that sort of synergy, of largeness, bigness and theatrically is somehow calling me,” Reynolds says. Prior to landing in town, Reynolds had been working in New York – the contrast between a the concrete jungle of New York and the rugged mountains and remoteness of New Zealand has been inspirational. When creating pieces, he has to make decisions ahead of time about what he can achieve in the space and timeframe, in this case he had five days to create the work. He emphasises the desire to create something different to what he’s done in the past, not wanting to reaffirm a known, performative outcome but rather
Hullabaloo Artists at Arrowtown 3 October – 10 November Lakes District Museum and Gallery 49 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown www.hullabalooartists.co.nz www.museumqueenstown.com/art-gallery/whats-on/
coming up with something that takes him somewhere else.
“I’m constantly searching for a very productive form of ambiguity, of trying to position a series of shapes and moves to maximise the viewer’s sense of what’s at play: ‘Is it a map? Is it a plan? Is it a drawing?’ What are we looking at here?.’ You have to give the audience some roadmap in, at the same time you wish them to do some of the heavy lifting with regard to interpretation and so forth.”
Pop by Te Atamira to see the collection until 9 February, 2025. To find out more information about all the workshops and events that are on surrounding Lyrics and Lines over the next five months, you can head to teatamira.nz/ events/lyrics-and-lines
Latest exhibition opens at Te Atamira
by Jessica Allen
Hullabaloo Artists in Arrowtown
Spring is in at The Ivy Box
The Ivy Box art gallery at 134 Park Street, Queenstown is springing into springtime with an opening party and a fresh new exhibition.
Founded and curated by Lynda Hensman in 2015, the gallery is a leader in art that’s created ‘outside the square’, and features fresh, gritty and unconventional contemporary art by New Zealand artists.
This spring, the gallery opens with a rejuvenating showcase of artwork by Jasmine Keir, Alexandra Aitken, Kim Shaw, Rachel Harper-Dibley and Lynda Hensman.
4 October 4.30pm to 7pm
The Ivy Box Art Gallery
134 Park Street - Queenstown www.theivybox.co.nz Inquiries: 027 334 6861 - Gemma
Contemporary colours, bold mark-making and striking art that’s evocative of seasons, landscapes, movement and emotion will be the mainstay of the new exhibition.
Drop into the gallery on 4 October to enjoy this fresh exhibition, meet some of the artists and celebrate the change in season.
COMMUNITY NOTES
huddl to host a governance workshop to upskill community groups
huddl, a new initiative to strengthen and support community groups and charitable organisations in Central Otago and Queenstown Lakes, is hosting a workshop aimed at enhancing governance capabilities among local community groups.
The Foundations of Good Governance workshop will take place on Wednesday, 16 October, in Cromwell. This two-hour practical session will be facilitated by Dr Jo Cribb, an accomplished board director, consultant, strategist, and author with extensive experience in the not-for-profit sector. Jo regularly facilitates for the Institute of Directors and was recognised for her leadership receiving the Not-for-Profit Governance Leader Award from Women in Governance in 2021.
“Good governance is essential for community organisations to be sustainable and effectively achieve their objectives, ensuring they have a deeper impact in the communities they serve” says Fiona Reeve, Project Lead at huddl. “We are fortunate to have Dr. Jo Cribb deliver this session, sharing her experience and expertise with local non-profit organisations.”
Fiona adds: “This workshop is tailored for community group leaders and board members who are new to governance or want to strengthen their understanding of governance in a non-profit environment. It offers a valuable opportunity to learn from a leading expert in governance and network with other local community groups.”
Queenstown’s Wellbeing Hub
Remarkables Park Town Centre (RPTC) has established itself as a central wellness destination in Queenstown, providing a diverse range of services to support all aspects of health and wellbeing. From fitness options like yoga and Pilates to multiple gym facilities, RPTC caters to those looking to enhance their physical health. The centre also features various community classes aimed at promoting inclusivity and supporting mental health. For outdoor enthusiasts, RPTC offers high-quality gear and exceptional customer service from knowledgeable experts, ensuring safe and enjoyable adventures. “Beyond fitness, our centre provides essential medical care and specialised services in skincare, dental care, eye and hearing health, and professional hair styling. With our diverse offerings, we make it easy to address every aspect of well-being in one convenient location,” says RPTC manager Nick Lambert.
To celebrate its commitment to health and wellness, RPTC is excited to invite the community to its Wellbeing Expo on Saturday, 19 October. This event promises a day of inspiration, featuring expert-led talks on topics such as The Five Ways to Wellbeing, The Red Pill or the Blue Pill? - Wellness in a World of Too Many Choices, and Resilience: Your Superpower for Life’s Ups and Downs Visitors can also participate in popular classes like Hot Yoga, Pilates, SOMA Breathwork, and Mindfulness Art.
Throughout the day, attendees will have the chance to engage with centre specialists, win fantastic spot prizes, and collect goodie bags—all while supporting the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. With a host of activities and surprises planned, guests are encouraged to wear their best pink attire and secure their tickets early for a memorable day of wellness, fun, and community impact.
Tickets are just $10, with all proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, so book your spot now—spaces are limited!
For more information, visit www.remarkablesparktowncentre.co.nz
Tickets are available at www.humanitix.com/nz
Places are limited and registration is essential. To register or for more information, email Fiona Reeve at hello@huddl.nz.
When: Wednesday, 16 October, noon - 2 pm
Where: Otago Polytechnic, Central Otago Campus, 11 Bannockburn Road, Cromwell
Price: $35 per person
huddl is governed by members from Queenstown Lakes District Council, Central Lakes Trust, Whakatipu Hub, Central Otago District Council, Cromwell and Districts Community Trust, Sport Central, Volunteer South and Alexandra Community House.
Come and help us to protect our native environment from wilding pine infestation on Sunday, 6 October, from 10am in One Mile Reserve around the historic power house.
We are looking for volunteers to help out by lopping and pulling pest wilding saplings for a few hours and all equipment is provided. Controlling wildings gives our native landscapes the means to thrive. All are welcome, all you need is a reasonable level of fitness, bring along your sturdy footwear, snacks, water and weather protection. Contact volunteer@whakatipuwilding.co.nz or Padraic on 0278870343 for more information.
ENROL NOW 7-15YRS - YOUNG PICASSOS AFTER SCHOOL ART PROGRAM TERM 4 2024 -‘THE SECRET GARDEN’
Imaginations run wild as we sketch, paint and sculpt in clay your ‘Secret Garden’! Key techniques! Lots of fun. Young Picassos timetable T4 2024. 3.30pm-5pm
Friday, 25 Oct - 13 Dec - Starts Wk2, Te Atamira Remarkables Park Book Now with qualified teacher and artist Lisa Duncan Ba Hons / Dip Teach TXT 022 364 1127 / E: lisadspaintparty@gmail.com
Keen to hear more about the work QLDC and QLCHT are doing to IMPROVE HOUSING in the district? Or want to SHARE your own IDEAS?
FREE VENUE HIRE
Come along to our Community Housing Hui next Thursday and hear from QLDC Housing
Officer Emily Irwin and QLCHT
Chief Executive Julie Scott. Hot drinks and snacks provided!
When: Thursday, 10 October, 6.30pm
Where: Queenstown Events Centre Mezzanine Meeting Room (upstairs to the right)
My Life Story
by Sue Fea
MEL STADLER
From nursing stars to working bars
From a ‘beach baby’ growing up in Surfers Paradise to practice nurse for famous rock stars like Mick Jagger, Mel Stadler was perhaps the most unlikely contender for a 30-year Queenstown hospitality career.
One of Queenstown’s most successful and respected restaurant bar operators, Mel and husband Erich sold Surreal in Rees Street in August last year, almost 26 years after Mel bravely took on the business in 1997 at 28 with no fi nancial backing.
“It was incredibly terrifying,” she recalls. On opening day, I owed over $250,000.” That night a young Australian on a Ski Express holiday died of a heart attack at the bar leaving Mel, who’d been frantically performing CPR until some doctors took over, wondering if this was a sign.
“I thought, ‘It can’t get any worse than this,” she says.
“I was completely undercapitalised. The banks wouldn’t loan me any money or give me a business account, so I was paying suppliers with cheques,” she says. “I became the ‘Queen of Post-Dated Cheques’. I was on the bones of my arse. I’ve never known poverty like it.”
The GFC (Global Financial Crisis) hit after a year, then Queenstown’s notorious 1999 fl oods. However, Surreal escaped largely unscathed and every week trading became easier. “Fortunately, I had some amazing people supporting me and great staff who established their own clientele.” One who takes ‘keeping busy’ to the extreme, Mel and Erich later also bought The Stables in Arrowtown. “It was a bit of a juggling act.”
It was all a far cry from the trajectory her life had been on when, as a freshly registered Gold Coast nurse Mel headed off on her OE to London.
Life until then had been a beach.
“The beach was my Zen place. I was a little ‘skeg chick’,” she grins. She and her brother would drop their school bags and head off to the beach to surf unaccompanied as was the norm in the 70s. Surf Patrol was a ‘rite of passage’ for Surfers kids.
With her dad a local stage actor, Mel grew up backstage and was right into drama and music at her Catholic convent high school.
A two-week false uni start studying medical technology in Brisbane led to a gap year working, then back to Queensland University of Technology to do a Bachelor of Science in Nursing based at Princess Alexandra Hospital.
Mel then headed back for more, completing a business degree while nursing to support herself. “The day after I fi nished at 23, I was on the plane to London.”
Pizza Express was opening next door so while Mel was waiting for her UK nursing registration, she waitressed, after lying about her experience. She’d become assistant manager within a year and once the registration came through, she did put her business degree to work in feasibilities for the NHS.
A renowned doctor to the Royals and the stars then hired her as practice manager, quite an education for a young GC surf chick. Collected by chauffeur, the security measures blew her away. Patients included Mick Jagger, Mark Knopfl er, Annie Lennox and the Royals. “I gave all the inoculations to the Jagger children.”
The doctor she worked with was the medical advisor for the Doc Martin TV series.
“We’d have sheikhs, and their wives fl y in from Dubai and Saudi to have their medicals done with this amazing doctor.”
London also became her introduction to electronic music which ended up shaping her career at Surreal.
Mel saved and worked as a nurse and waitress, travelling the globe, including a ski season in Andorra where she worked at the Red Rock, eventually invited to work in Queenstown where they were opening. “I was like, ‘New Zealand! They come over to us!’.” She arrived at the bar at night. “I thought the Skyline Gondola was the skifi eld access lift, so I was incredibly disappointed,” she laughs. But the rest had her hooked. She worked her way up to general manager, also building a great rapport with the local cops, temporarily handcuffed to the bar after losing a bet that Aussie would beat NZ in the Bledisloe Cup. An Aussie player saved her in the last few minutes of the game.
Surreal was the next progression, taking over the Staircase Fashions site.
“I’d often go in early at 6am to set up after a big night working and make our wonderful cleaner Daryl a coffee. We were sitting chatting when this Irish regular comes stumbling down from the upstairs toilets and insists on taking over Daryl’s role, mopping the fl oor,” Mel laughs.
Mel’s served on the local Hospitality Association committee and District Licensing Committee and these days she’s giving back from that experience and knowledge as a volunteer business mentor coach. She’s also mentoring in her own business coaching business, after upskilling this past year and still keeps a hand in…. this time on the other side of the bar. “It’s still my local,” she grins.
Mel enjoying a new phase of life
Mel and Erich get into the swing of Mel’s 40th fancy dress party Beach babe Mel, aged 21
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We're looking for a Reception SuperStar!
One of the best hostels in Queenstown is looking for a new team member to join our tight-knit family! We thrive on creating memorable experiences for both our guests and our team, and we're looking for someone that shares our passion for our region.
A successful candidate will enjoy:
• An energetic & dynamic work environment
• A full-time role with 32hrs+ per week
• A competitive starting wage / 6-monthly review
• Monthly bonus structures
• Rostering set in advance to enable free-time planning
• The opportunity to work, learn new skills and socialise within a great team
• Opportunities to experience the best tours in Queenstown
• Friends/Family discounts on accommodation
An ideal candidate for the role will have excellent communication skills, an outgoing personality, a keen eye for detail, and good computer competency. You will also need a valid work visa or residency/citizenship status.
Please email shaun@absoloot.co.nz with your CV, or please visit https://absoloot.co.nz/about-queenstown/job-opportunities/ to submit your application - we look forward to hearing from you!
FULL TIME / PART TIME HOUSEKEEPER @ ARO HA WELLNESS RETREAT
Position Summary:
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.
Position Responsibilities:
• Daily housekeeping of guests rooms, all guest facilities and staff areas including spa building
• Laundry including guests laundry as required
• Knowledge and understanding of effective cleaning methods and techniques using eco friendly products
• Attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
• Adhere to all Health & Safety standards
• Other various tasks as assigned
• An eye for detail and ability to multi task Roster works around our retreat schedule.
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 equipment. You must be able to legally work in New Zealand
Please apply by 10 October 2024 email office@aro-ha.com www.aro-ha.com
Dental Assistant – Full-time
We are looking for a fantastic new team member to join our busy practice! Remarkables Dental is a modern dental practice with stunning views of the Remarkables mountain range in Queenstown. We currently have a full-time position available for a Dental Assistant to work five days per week.
As a Dental Assistant you will be required to provide chairside assistance to our dentists and hygienists, sterilise instruments, and reception duties as needed.
The successful applicant:
• Be available to work shifts ranging from Monday – Saturday 8:15am - 5:30pm
• Previous dental assisting experience is an advantage but not essential – on the job training will be provided
• Good computer skills
• Good standard of written and spoken English
Perks include staff benefits and discounted treatments, being part of a supportive and fun team, and the potential to upskill and receive ongoing training.
About you:
• A willingness to learn and develop your skills
• A strong work ethic and ability to communicate effectively
• A bubbly personality and team-oriented approach to care
• Attention to detail, enjoys keeping things clean and tidy, 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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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
We are looking for a Bicycle Workshop Mechanic / Retail Assistant to join our team for the summer biking season.
Located in Frankton, Queenstown, we are a locally owned store that services and sells a variety of bikes including MTB, road, gravel and electric bikes.
Responsibilities will include
• diagnosing, quoting and servicing customer bikes
• assisting customers in store with their enquiries
The ideal candidate must have the following
• bicycle mechanic experience from previous employment
• a good knowledge base of all things bicyclerelated and a willingness to learn
• the ability to work under pressure and problem solve
• exceptional customer service skills, ability to deal with a variety of customers
• a passion for riding
This position is available from October 2024 to May 2025 (timeframe is negotiable for the right candidate). This is a full-time role, 35+ hours per week.
To apply, please email info@arrowbikes.co.nz
A CV and cover letter must be included as well as references. You will also need to have the right to work in NZ.
LOOKING for the ideal STAFF for SUMMER?
Lakes Weekly Bulletin is your SOLUTION
Advertise with us today! Email enquiries@qmg.co.nz
Let’s build your ideal workforce team together!
NO LATE NIGHTS OR EARLY MORNINGS
We are currently seeking a hospitality professional who understands what great service looks and feels like.
Smiths offers some of the best social hours in the industry, we provide a great work life balance.
The ideal candidate has a valid DM’s cert or a willingness to get one. We’re happy to help if need be.
If the normal day to day or night to night is getting you down, come see us or email Chris@smithscraftbeer.co.nz
$25-$27 depending on experience and DM’s cert.
Must have a valid visa, we can not afford to sponsor anyone for this position.
We are looking for an experienced baker to take over our very popular cabinet
You will be able to flex your creative muscles while ensuring you are producing high quality products.
This position can be full or part time.
Must have legal right to work in NZ
Contact us at manager@thefarmhouse.kiwi or pop in to to see us
Cocktail Bartender Wanted
• Competitive rates of pay
• Company wide discounts
• Must be customer service focused.
• Be driven to deliver excellence.
• Must have NZ open work rights.
To apply email kenna.matthews@whiteandwongs.co.nz
LANDSCAPE GARDENER
Mountain Landscaping & Maintenance is looking for a full time gardener 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.
A NZ work visa and current drivers license are essential. Immediate start
Please email your CV and references to roy@mountainmaintenance.co.nz
Head Chef / Senior Chef
The Hills Golf Course offers a great work environment where you’ll spend your days in one of the most stunning landscapes in the world. We are committed to creating an exceptional guest experience in our Clubhouse and are looking for both an experienced Head Chef and a senior chef to bring our vision to life.
Located in Arrowtown, The Hills Golf Club is currently looking for Chefs. Head Chef to lead our Clubhouse kitchen team.
Seasonal Senior Chef to be part of our kitchen team over the busy summer season.
7 days a week on a rostered basis, mainly daytime shifts with occasional night time events.
Must have previous experience in a relevant role and already have New Zealand working rights.
Please apply to annette.smith@thehills.co.nz, only those who have been shortlisted will be contacted.
Ph: 03 409 2800
NZ’s #1 Original Zipline company is looking for adventurous people to join our team
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Sales Executive:
This is a full time position working alongside our global sales team supporting and maintaining the growth of Ziptrek as a leading ecotourism activity in Queenstown. This role will require domestic and international travel to enhance and build new relationships
Marketing Coordinator
This is a part time role, working closely with our global marketing team, maintaining the strong brand presence in resort and online.
For the full job description for both roles, and to apply please head to our careers page - www.ziptrek.co.nz
ARROWTOWN
Come and immerse yourself in the 1,500+ wines and spirits we stock and help us showcase the 100+ wines, gins, whiskies & spirits we have for tasting everyday with customers who come from all over the world.
Kitchen Hand / Barista
This is a great entry into hospitality, we will train you in preparing and serving our cheeseboard and tapas menu, and all our kitchen operations. Ideal if you are looking for 30 - 40 hours, 3-4 days a week. Additional days available if you have experience as a Barista.
Enquire confidentially via email to manager@thewinery.co.nz or drop your CV into The Winery, 27 Ramshaw Lane, Arrowtown.
Christmas Sales Assistant Fixed Term | Queenstown
Are you on the hunt for a new opportunity to grow in one of New Zealand's leading fashion brands? Are passionate about fashion and providing exceptional customer service?
Glassons is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic Christmas Sales Assistants to join our team for the holiday season from November 2024 until February 2025!
This is the busiest time of the year for us, meaning we are looking for extra pairs of hands to join our fun, upbeat and fast-paced environment! What's on offer:
• Generous staff discount on Glassons and Hallensteins merchandise
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Fun, fast-paced and supportive team environment
• Potential opportunity to stay on permanently after the Christmas period
• Be apart of one of the leading NZ owned fashion brands! What we are looking for:
• Previous retail experience preferred, but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for fashion and staying up-to-date with the latest trends
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• *You MUST have full availability between 18th November 202419th January 2025 including extended trading hours, weekends and public holidays*
If you have a passion for fashion and enjoy working in a fast-paced retail environment, we want to hear from you! Scan the QR to apply, please submit your resume, outlining your availability, and why you would be a great fit for the role.
Great Family French Bakery is waiting for you. We are looking for :
- Cashier/Barista (Serving customer, making coffee, cleaning,…) Full time.
- Baker assistant (Making sandwiches, Baking goods, making products, cleaning,…) Previous experience is preferred.
Great new family French Bakery is opening soon in Remarkables park shopping centre. can offer you the possibility to learn more about french bread and pâtisserie. You must be motivated, smily and friendly. You should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. We have a lot of option available for you. are looking for cashiers, baristas, (assistant) bakers, (assistant) pastry chefs and everyone else who want to take part of this new adventure. Just let us know what you are capable of.
- Pastry-chef (Making pastry, Baking goods, cleaning, …) Full time. Previous experience is preferred.
Great new family French Bakery is opening soon in Remarkables park shopping centre. We can offer you the possibility to learn more about french bread and pâtisserie. You must be motivated, smily and friendly. You should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. We have a lot of option available for you. We are looking for cashiers, baristas, (assistant) bakers, (assistant) pastry chefs and everyone else who want to take part of this new adventure.
email : marion@maboulangerie.co.nz to apply or for further information
You must have legal right to work in New Zealand.
Just let us know what you are capable of.
GARDENER / GROUNDSPERSON WANTED
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 and grounds maintenance including mowing, line trimming, establishing and planting new areas, rejuvenating / maintaining older areas, pruning, trimming, composting, vege/herb garden etc. and ensuring the grounds are beautifully presented for our Cellar Door customers. Approx 3 – 4 days per week. Can be flexible around school hours.
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 admin@chardfarm.co.nz
To discuss the position phone Nico Ph 021846393
Email : contact@maboulangerie.co.nz
Email: marion@maboulangerie.co.nz to apply or for further information
Landscaping Assistant
Located in Arrowtown, The Hills Golf Club is one of the most beautiful places in the world to work. We currently have a unique opportunity for a landscaper to join our highly skilled team to maintain the award winning Lodge Gardens.
Working within a stunning environment, this role includes perennial care & bed maintenance along with general garden care with hedge & shrub pruning. A very high level of detail and the ability to work autonomously giving the utmost care and attention is essential with existing local plant knowledge preferred. As a high performing team we take pride in our work and our surroundings and we are looking for a like minded candidate.
This is a full time, permanent position with excellent staff benefits such as lunch provided, fuel discount, staff golf and easy access
Please apply to annette.smith@thehills.co.nz
Join the Team at Golf Federation
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual to join us at Golf Federation in Queenstown. This role can be either part-time or fulltime, and the ideal candidate must hold a current Duty Manager’s License. At Golf Federation, we offer a unique indoor golf experience using Trackman simulators to play some of the world’s most iconic courses. We’re passionate about creating a welcoming space for both seasoned golfers and newcomers alike to enjoy the game, rain or shine. As a fully licensed premises, we provide a relaxed environment where customers can enjoy a drink while they play.
Key Requirements:
• Some knowledge or passion for golf is a must.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
• Availability for weekend & evening work is required.
• Current Duty Managers Licence
If you’re ready to share your love for golf and be part of a great team, we’d love to hear from you! Contact: Pedro at manager@golffederation.co.nz to apply or for more details.
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We’re currently looking for a select number of women to join our small team at Bon Ton, Queenstown’s only (female-run) escort agency, www.bonton.co.nz. Are you healthy, adventurous, into fitness, and consider yourself attractive? If you’re over 20, live in or near the QueenstownLakes District area and think escorting might be for you… give us a call. You dictate your hours and can earn in one booking what you’ll earn in a week in other jobs. All applications are handled in confidence and with no obligation.
Contact Jennifer on 021 895 131
STAYSOUTH IS LOOKING TO HIRE
Housekeeping Manager
We’re seeking a meticulous and proactive individual to lead and manage our team of housekeepers to deliver our high cleaning and presentation standards. This is a full-time position with an immediate start. The right applicant will need to have the following
• Experience in housekeeping and management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Good written and spoken communication skills (in English).
• Willing and able to work weekends.
• Hold a full driver's license.
Housekeeper
We’re looking for a housekeeper/cleaner to join our team. This is a full-time position with an immediate start. The ideal candidate will have cleaning experience and a full driver's license.
Please send your resume and brief cover letter to operations@staysouth.com state the position you are applying for in the email subject line.
