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your local event guide & directory 30 April – 13 May 2015

SATURDAY 9 MAY 2015 ATHENAEUM HALL | 7.30 pm fortnightly thursdays

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amenities airport art galleries/studios bus route bus stops camp ground churches golf courses library medical centre info centre / museum parking playgrounds police post office public toilets swimming pool walking tracks

good in the hood Arrowtown Volunteer Fire Brigade has again been chosen as one of the four community groups in the Good in the Hood promotion at Z petrol station in Frankton Road. When you fill up at Z in May you’ll be given a chance to vote on your preferred charity and decide how much money they receive. Last year thanks to your votes the brigade received $929, which they put towards buying and installing 10-year smoke alarms for elderly or disabled residents.

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The Arrowtown Autumn Festival Committee would like to thank the following Businesses, Funders, Community Groups and individuals for their support of this year’s Festival…

Downer Wallace & Gibbs More FM Ray White Arrowtown APBA AVA GWD Motor Group Wakatipu New World The Fork & Tap Apt Design Millbrook Resort Arrowtown Flight Centre Remarkables Park D’Or Community Trust of Southland Creative Queenstown QLDC NZ Lottery Grants Trust First Sovereign The Lion Foundation

Agave Danceworks The Warehouse Arrowtown Bowling Club Arrowtown Golf Club Arrowtown Primary School Arrowtown Junior Rugby Club Arrowtown Volunteer Fire Brigade Lakes District Museum Lyall McGregor LA Social Reg McTaggart Jan Maxwell & Margaret O’Hanlon MannMade Catering Arrow Miners Band Arrowtown Entertainers Buckingham Belles & Mini Belles Queenstown & District Historical Society Vet-Ent Visual Events Nomad Safaris TomTom Productions Wakatipu Wanderers Cricket Team Shotover Country Music Club Volunteers, chair committee and friends

And a special thanks to the Businesses & Retailers who contributed prizes to Festival events throughout the week

The Festival Survey is now open & we welcome your feedback, go to: 2

www.arrowtownautumnfestival.org.nz

mothers day competition

The lovely ladies at D’or are giving away the Chronologist collection to one lucky mum out there, along with some mini gifts too.

To go in the draw simply email us why your mum should win this stunning prize. Get your entry in before Friday 8 May, that way you will be able to give it to her on Sunday, Mothers Day. Email your answers to thelooparrowtown @gmail.com

meeting karpovsky

Award-winning actor and writer Helen Moulder and treasure of New Zealand ballet Sir Jon Trimmer are joining forces once again to tour their theatre work Meeting Karpovsky around New Zealand, and Arrowtown is lucky enough to be on the itinerary.

Years ago ballet lover Sylvia was a world traveller and a regular at the great ballet theatres. Now she cocoons herself in an attic filled with blownup photographs of her favourite dancer and her daughter’s unwanted possessions. One day Alexander Karpovsky – she has seen him dance 127 times – mysteriously appears and teaches the clumsy Sylvia to dance.

Originally performed to rapturous response in 2002, this latest production has again been acclaimed by reviewers. The Listener described the performances of Helen Moulder and Sir Jon Trimmer as ‘Pure magic – together they are magnificent’. Theatreview judged Helen Moulder’s Sylvia a delight, ‘funny and sad and credible’ and Sir Jon’s Karpovsky as ‘expressive, engaging and enchantingly enigmatic’.

You’ll have your chance to enjoy this extraordinary blend of theatre, music and dance at the Athenaeum Hall on Saturday 9 May at 7.30 pm. Tickets are $25 from the Lakes District Museum.

The production is brought to Arrowtown with the support of Arts on Tour NZ. 3

pub/dining guide thurs 30

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Constantly sourcing the latest & greatest NZ CRAFT BEERS

17 beers on tap - 3 hand pumps - 9 changing guest taps Our tasting platter of 4 beers of choice is a great way to find out what spins your wheels....only $14

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RIB-EYE STEAK

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IRISH MUSIC SESSIONS

Pull out your fiddles, guitars, Our 250g rib-eye steak, cooked to perfection mandolins, flutes, poems & spoons with garlic/rosemary potatoes, side salad & EVERY WEDNESDAY served with warm jus $32 6.30–9.30 pm

Advertise your pub/restaurant email thelooparrowtown@gmail.com

Breakfast & Lunch

from 8.30 am everyday PUB MEALS

BAR SNACKS

WOOD FIRED PIZZA OVEN EVENTS SPECIAL FUNCTIONS WEDDINGS FULLY LICENSED PLUS OUR VERY OWN MOONSHINE WINES

Coal Pit Road - Gibbston Valley - (03) 409 0508 info@gibbstontavern.co.nz - www.gibbstontavern.co.nz

Dinner

Thursday to Sunday from 5.30 pm Join us for an evening of French cuisine

25 Ramshaw Lane www.bonjour-arrowtown.com

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feehly hill planting This Saturday the Wakatipu Reforestation Trust is looking for many hands to make light work planting native species on Feehly Hill. Volunteer co-ordinator Ange van der Laan says the planting will supplement the work that’s already been done and will make a huge difference to the appearance of the previously weed-infested hill. Erik Bradshaw of the Arrowtown Village Association has worked with Arrowtown School to get the kids involved and the Scouts are on mulching duties. All plants are provided by the Wakatipu Reforestation Trust and grown in the Jean Malpas Nursery in Jardine Park. Ange says she’d love to see a great turnout from the Arrowtown community for this final planting event of the autumn season.

The planting session is Saturday 2 May from 9 am to 12 pm. Meet at the cemetery in Durham St and bring gloves and a spade or shovel.

Delectable, irresistible and available for a limited time only at

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PANCAKES DELUXE & FRENCH TOAST

REMARKABLES PARK FRANKTON 03 441 2080 www.thecoffeeclub.co.nz 5

classifieds Physiotherapy in Arrowtown – Looking after the locals – Queenstown Physiotherapy has clinics twice a week at the Arrowtown Medical Centre.

Come and see the wonderful Kate and get back to the activities you love.

Call 03 441 0580

real estate to let 1 bedroom self contained unit to rent in Arrowtown for approx 10 weeks from mid July, $160pw plus bills.

Email atandbeyond@gmail.com

quote of the day

There is no way to be a perfect mother... but a million ways to be a good one.

situations vacant Gardener wanted in Arrowtown. Approx. 2 hours pw.

Might suit semi retired person. Phone 027 445 1158 Millbrook Resort – Sous Chef. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef to join our Kitchen team. Applicants must be team players who understand quality and the importance of food safety. Previous experience of working in top level establishments is required. This role requires that you have a flexible attitude to hours of work and weekend shifts. Go to www.millbrookcareers.co.nz to apply. must have a valid NZ Working Visa to apply.

public notices Go native in the wakatipu – Autumn 2015 planting dates and locations: 2 May – Feehly Hill track by the cemetery, 9 am – 12 pm.

For more information please email volunteer@wrtqt. org.nz or go to www.facebook. com/wrtqt.org.nz Please help continue Ann Bain’s work on behalf of the Arrowtown Post Office. For years, Ann has supported the Arrowtown Post Office by packaging used postage stamps that are then sold to collectors and tourists.

Ann and husband Barry are planning a move to Wanaka. Would you help to continue this project and contribute any postage stamps that you receive on letters or parcels? They don’t have to be separated from the paper—just drop them off at the Post Office.

The Arrowtown Post Office turned one hundred years old this month. Its future existence needs the support of the community, and this is one way you can help.

And thanks to Ann for her tireless work on behalf of Lakes District Museum and the Arrowtown Post Office!

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• Plumbing, Gas Fitting • Drainlaying • Electrical & Heat Pumps • Heating & Ventilation • Approved Fire Sprinklers • Solar Hot Water • Water Treatment Ph:03 442 0117 Cell:027 444 3323 Email:wayne@pbsnz.com

ARROWTOWN RUGBY CLUB DRAW 9 MAY

Maniototo vs Arrowtown

16 MAY – home game

Arrowtown vs Upper Clutha A

23 MAY

Matakanui vs Arrowtown

anzac day generosity This year as a special Gallipoli 100th event, Arrowtown RSA hosted an old-fashioned tea dance to bring the community together at the end of ANZAC day. The evening was a huge success with around 160 people enjoying supper, listening to music, dancing and catching up with friends. Organiser Julie Hughes says the support of local businesses and musicians made the evening special. Not a single supplier charged for their services: Mann Made Catering provided the food, Rockformation the sound system, QLDC the hall hire, Party Plus the hire equipment, and entertainment came from the Arrow Miners Band, Buckingham Belles, Queenstown Jazz Orchestra, Remarkable Vocal Trio, Arrow Entertainers and Southern Nights. All for free.

Julie says that thanks to their ANZAC spirit and generosity, all the money from ticket sales will go towards special landscaping and plantings at the cenotaph.

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Prime and Style packs

walk in…float out…

03 442 1890 www.dorhair.co.nz

REPAIRS | SERVICING SALES | RENTAL BIKES Arrowtown’s local bike shop Mon to Fri: 9 am – 6 pm Sat: 9 am – 4 pm 4/9 Bush Creek, Arrowtown 03 409 8140 8

WE WILL BE CLOSED FOR MAY for earthquake strengthening Mobile & Sam’s home salon will be available if needed OPENING 1 JUNE with new look & new ideas Book online or call 03 442 0020 Thanks for all your support

upcoming events

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Meeting Karpovsky

with Helen Moulder and Sir Jon Trimmer

7.30 pm Athenaeum Hall Tickets $25 www.aotnz.co.nz

free to place upcoming events – email thelooparrowtown@gmail.com

locals clean up at art 2 wear Creative and inventive Arrowtowners were to the fore at this year’s Art 2 Wear with all but one of the top spots and many of the places going to locals. Heather Guise aced the Handbag category with her piece ‘Turkish Delight’, while Jan Forward won over both the judges and the crowds with ‘Breaking the Cycle – Salvaging the Parts’, winner of the Selvage/Salvage category as well as the people’s choice award – voted for by the audience – on both nights of the show.

It’s not the first time Jan has entered Art 2 Wear, but it is the first time she hasn’t made a sewn garment. This year, after a colleague challenged her to create something entirely out of unwanted bike parts, she went dumpster diving in the recycle bin at Arrow Bikes. Jan pulled out tyres, wheel rims, chains, gear rings, inner tubes and valves and built them up into a fantastical suit of armour.

‘I began collecting late last year and started by breaking it all up and cleaning the oil, grease and dirt off,’ Jan says.

Then came endless hours putting it all together. ‘It’s been a real challenge learning how to use different tools and coming up with ways to make it all stay together and still be wearable. But this would be the costume I have had the most fun with. And not a sewing machine in sight!’

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your flop-free recipe Creamy Strawberry Crepes Treat your mum this Mothers Day with these delicous crepes for breakfast.

3 eggs ½ cup milk ½ cup water 3 Tbsp butter, melted ¾ cup all-purpose flour ½ tsp salt 225g cream cheese, softened 1¼ cups sifted icing sugar 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp lemon zest ½ tsp vanilla extract 1 cup cream, whipped 4 cups sliced strawberries Place the eggs, milk, water, melted butter, flour and salt in a blender; blend until smooth.

Heat a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the pan, using approximately 2 Tbsp for each crepe.

Tip and rotate pan to spread batter as thinly as possible. Flip over when the batter is set and the edges are beginning to brown. Cook until the other side begins to brown. Stack finished crepes on a plate, cover with a damp towel and set aside.

Blend the cream cheese, icing sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla with an electric mixer until smooth.

Gently fold in the whipped cream.

Fill each crepe with sliced strawberries and cream cheese filling, roll up and top with a little cream cheese and strawberries.

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0-3yrs & 3-6yrs Hours 8.30 am-5.30 pm (optional sessions available)

Our new hours are 8.30 am-5.30 pm

p - 03 442 0032 e - montessori.arrowtown@kidicorp.co.nz

Just arrived!

Frozen fabric panel $26.00 plus other coordinating fabrics

25 Buckingham St – Ph 442 0448

who’s in town

remarkable visitor Brianna Andrews and Rachael Williams enjoying their homework – playing in and collecting the autumn leaves

Ron & Edwina Metz from Melbourne have fallen in love with Arrowtown, but sadly their tour is only here for the morning

Jo Hollingsworth, the marketing and administration manager at Sotheby’s, has her eye on her future dream home

Logan Andrews and Emily Reichel placing the wreath made by the children at Montessori on the cenotaph after the ANZAC parade.

It started with a phone call to Bill Crooks. Phil Crosbie and Emma Lange had come across a brokendown vintage car on the Crown Range. They recognised the car and its owner, Heidi Hetzer, from an ODT article about a retired German car dealer, motor mechanic and rally driver who’s driving around the world in a car called Hudo. Of course local knowledge helps, and Phil and Emma knew just the guy to fix it, Bill Crooks of Arrow Auto & Marine. Next thing, Bill’s taking apart a Hudson 8 in his workshop to find a carburettor full of alloy swarf and a stuffed alternator drive, then he’s inviting Heidi to tea at his place and hearing stories about her amazing world travels. ‘One that sticks in my mind,’ he says, ‘was when she was travelling across Australia the wooden wheels came loose. She had to remove the wheels and throw them in a creek and let the water swell the wood.’ Bill says he’s grateful Phil and Emma recommended him for the repairs. ‘It has been a privilege to work for Heidi Hetzer on her 1930 Hudson 8.’

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business directory accountants Mike Wallace–Management Services (Qt) Ltd www.mgtservicesqt.co.nz 22 Advance Terrace 03 409 8374 bars/cafés/resturants Arrowtown Bakery 1 Ballarat Arcade Buckingham St 03 442 1587 Bonjour 25 Ramshaw St 03 409 8946 Gibbston Tavern Rapid 8, Coal Pit Rd Gibbston Valley Highway 03 409 0508 The Fork & Tap 51 Buckingham St 03 442 1860 bikes Arrow Bikes 4/9 Bush Creek Rd 03 409 8140 child care ABC Arrowtown Montessori 16 Wiltshire St 03 442 0032 Around the Clock Babysitting Norfolk St 03 442 0409 electricians Phil Linton Electrical phillintonelectrical@xtra.co.nz 027 662 0227 events Arrow Events julie@arrowevents.co.nz 16 Cornwall St 027 633 1252 hairdressers D’OR Hair Stylists Royal Oak Complex, Shop 14 Arrow Lane 03 442 1890 health & beauty Natural Healing Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Light Colour Therapy 28 Hood Crescent 03 746 7130 12

Oddfellows Beauty Therapy & Massage 57 Buckingham St 03 442 0020 lawyers Simon Stamers-Smith 62 Adamson Dr, Arrowtown 03 441 2424 plumbers Bob Dennison Plumbing Limited PO Box 191, Arrowtown 027 442 1051 pbs-Plumbers and Building Services Ltd 4 Bush Creek Rd 03 442 0117 real estate Sotheby’s International Realty 48 Buckingham St 027 334 9292 retail The Gold Nugget 43 Buckingham St 03 442 1877 The Jade & Opal Factory 30 Buckingham St 03 442 1654 The Stitching Post 25 Buckingham St 03 442 0448

community services in an emergency phone........................... 111 Arrowtown Primary School 9 Chalmers Place 03 442 1854 Arrowtown Surgery/Doctors Berkshire St 03 442 1215 Community Policing Centre 57 Buckingham St 03 442 1274 Fire Brigade http://www.facebook.com/Arrowtownfire 2 Hertford St 03 442 1740 Justice of the Peace Russell Heckler 03 442 0204 Tracey MacLaren 03 442 1347 Library 58 Buckingham St 03 442 1607 Museum/Gallery/Information Centre 49 Buckingham St 03 442 1824

Plunket 20 Cardigan St 0800 933 922 Post Office 52 Buckingham St 03 442 1885 Wasp Man free wasp nest extermination Russell Heckler 03 442 0204

local club notices Arrow Line Dance Club 03 442 1321 Beginner–intermediate levels. Mon 1.30–3.30 pm $5 at the Arrowtown Hall.

Arrowtown Bowling Club 03 442 1905 New Members Welcome – coaching available.

Ladies Day Wednesday – more info Irene at 442 0338 Arrowtown Business Women’s Group Any and all local business women are welcome to register. Meeting every 3rd Wednesday at various places around Arrowtown. It is free to join but each event may have a charge to cover costs. Email Hayley Delport or Julie Hughes on arrowtownbusinesswomen@gmail.com Arrowtown Entertainers Come and join the Arrowtown Entertainers. We are a group of people of varying ages who love putting on musical shows. Our main production is during the Autumn Festival and sometimes we put on a second show in the Spring. Don’t be shy, we are a friendly bunch whose aim is to entertain people and enjoy ourselves at the same time. Contact Wink Gillespie at winkg55@gmail.com or 03 409 8467 Arrowtown Golf Club 03 442 1719 Club days–every Wednesday & Saturdays (men) Thursdays (ladies). Phone the golf shop for more info.

Arrowtown Tennis Club Fran–03 442 0774 Senior club nights every Tuesday from 6 pm onwards.

Arrowtown Village Association Join the Arrowtown Village Association, the voice of Arrowtown. We work to protect and enhance the unique character of our town.

Visit arrowtownvillage.co.nz to learn more.

Art Group Meets once a month on a Friday in the St John’s Church hall. All levels from beginners to advanced.

We are a friendly bunch of women who enjoy the arts

and have materials so that you can come and have a go before needing to invest in anything. Small charge for rooms usually $10. Phone Barbara 021 0264 8010 or Eileen 442 1912 / 027 248 6513 Dorothy Browns Bookclub 03 442 1964 Meet the first Wednesday of each month at 10.30 am at the cinema. Newcomers welcome.

Lakes District Celtic Society 03 409 8783 Meeting 1st Wednesday in every month at the Fork & Tap from 6 pm. Membership costs just $10 a year, or $15 for a whole family.

LCF fun languages 03 442 0075 For children from 2 to 12 years old. Fun French lessons for preschool children and in school and after school for primary school. We do adult lessons too, in group or privately. Email nathalie@lcfclubs.co.nz or visit our website www.lcfclubs.co.nz Little Yogis 027 866 7681 Children’s yoga for ages 2–18 check out Little Yogis Facebook page – Contact Niki littleyogisqt@gmail. com or call for more information.

Plunket 0800 933 922 Every Monday – Little Fingers Art/Craft playgroup 10 am–12 noon. Every Friday 10 am–12 noon Toddler Activities. Playgroup charge gold coin. For more info phone Lillie 021 027 91001 all welcome.

Queenstown Film Society World cinema, documentaries, classic film. Tuesdays 8.30 pm 21 April – 15 September at Dorothy Browns. www.queenstownfilmsociety.co.nz Remarkable Kids 03 442 0785 Celebrating differences, supporting challenges Meeting for parents and professionals to be held on Monday, March 30th at St. Margaret’s Church Hall in Frankton, 7:30-9:30pm. Come along and discuss ideas for managing tricky behaviour.

Shotover Country Music Club 03 442 0785 Arrowtown Hall 3rd Sunday each month 7.30 pm.

All welcome. Cost non-members $6.

Small Seeds – parent and toddler music group St Paul’s Cottage next to St Paul’s Anglican Church.

Every Thursday morning in term time, 9:30 to 10:30.

Half an hour of music with instruments and a short Bible story, then coffee/chat/play time. Free/Donation.

Taoist Tai Chi Mon 6.30–8 pm at Athenaeum Hall. Contact Barbara 03 442 1133 or Doug 03 441 3083 for more info.

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DREAMING OF AN ARROWTOWN COTTAGE

11 Anglesea Street, Arrowtown

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A rare opportunity to own a piece of Arrowtown’s history. This enchanting 1870s historic cottage is situated on one of our most desirable streets. Just a short stroll to Arrowtown’s fine amenities, this beautiful property is north-facing and elevated for maximum sunshine with unrivalled views over Arrowtown and the surrounding hills.

This much loved home is fully functional, liveable and charming as is, but is ripe for renovation for the lucky new owner.

AUCTION: Onsite Saturday 30th May 2015 at 11 a.m. (unless sold prior) Viewings by appointment or open homes held: Saturdays from 12 p.m.

Cate Macdonald M +64 27 334 9292 cate.macdonald@sothebysrealty.com 48 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown

nzsothebysrealty.com/SAT10057 Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated.

Browns Real Estate Limited (licensed under the REAA 2008) MREINZ.