Edition 105

your local event guide & directory 15 – 28 September 2016

THURSDAY 22 SEPTEMBER – 7.30 PM ATHENAEUM HALL

HAMMERS & HORSEHAIR Two well-known New Zealand musicians perform a programme of Classical and early Romantic pieces

FRIDAY 23 SEPTEMBER – 7.30 PM fortnightly thursdays

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NEXT MEET ING: Mond ay 19 Sept You are warmly invited to join us for our next get-together on Monday 19 September St. Margaret’s Presbyterian Church Hall, 50 Ross St, Frankton. TIME: 7:30pm - 9.30pm Our guest speaker Hallie Sweet, (Paediatric Speech-Language Therapist - SHOUT) will be discussing social development and how a Speech-Language Therapist can be of assistance in supporting this area. She will share how language impacts social communication and provide a range of strategies/tools to help us support our children and teenagers.

Come along, join in the conversation and meet other parents in similar situations!

Any donations hugely appreciated to cover the cost of the room hire

For more info e-mail Tami on remarkablekidsqt@gmail.com

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TASTER CLASS

$15

TONE AND STRENGTHEN YOUR BODY Private and group classes in Arrowtown Phone: 027 450 5695 website: arrowpilates.co.nz

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Contact Sue or any of our experienced Property Managers to discuss the Property Management services we offer or for a Rental Appraisal.

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laughter and music The Athenaeum Hall will be a performing arts fan’s paradise next week, with two top-flight touring productions on consecutive nights.

First up, on Thursday 22 September, is Under the Same Moon, written by Renee Liang and brought to Arrowtown by Creative Queenstown and Arts on Tour New Zealand. In this comedy about daughters and their wayward mothers, a Hong Kong matriarch is invited to New Zealand for her granddaughter’s wedding. Well, not exactly invited. Her surprise arrival, thousand-year-old eggs and all, throws more than a few spanners in the works.

Under the Same Moon had sellout seasons in Auckland and Wellington before starting on this national tour. It has been well received by audiences and critics, with Metro magazine saying: ‘Porpor, inspired by Liang’s “feisty” grandmothers, is a delightful creation.’

If the star of this one-woman show, Hweiling Ow, seems familiar, it may be because she has performed in these parts before, playing multiple characters in Carl Nixon’s hit comedy Two Fish ‘n’ a Scoop at the Queenstown Memorial Centre in 2012.

The following night, Friday 23 September, the play set will have been packed away and replaced by an intimate, candle-lit salon setting for Hammers and Horsehair, another Creative Queenstown event. The audience will be transported back in time as pianist Douglas Mews and cellist Robert Ibell play a programme of early 19th century virtuosic works on instruments that date from around the period when the pieces were written.

‘We’re looking to create a special atmosphere,’ says Douglas. ‘The candles are part of that, but we’ll also be chatting with the audience as if we were playing in their sitting room at home. The old instruments and playing style are key aspects of it too.

People will be able to hear the music much as it would have been heard by audiences when it was written two hundred years ago.’

Under the Same Moon is at the Athenaeum on Thursday 22 September at 7.30 pm. Tickets are $24 (adults) and $14 (children) plus booking fee from www.eventfinda.co.nz. Hammers and Horsehair is the following night at the same time. Tickets are $25 (adults), $15 (children) and $50 (families), also from eventfinda.

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councillor comment This update on local government matters from Arrowtown councillor Scott Stevens: Not long to go now until your ballot forms for the local body elections arrive. I have been fortunate enough to be re-elected unopposed, but there are still some very important choices for the people of Arrowtown.

Who is going to be our mayor for the next three years? Those who attended the Arrowtown Village Association ‘Meet the Candidates’ night on Monday would have a better idea of who to vote for after all five mayoral contenders fronted to the local community. We are certainly spoilt for choice with quality candidates to choose from.

I can confidently say that whoever is elected will do an excellent job for the ratepayers of this district.

Don’t forget to vote!

We also have the opportunity to vote for candidates on the Otago Regional Council. In my opinion it is about time we had a representative from the Queenstown Lakes. The ORC plays a significant role in Arrowtown with responsibilities for environmental services such as air pollution, the water quality of Lake Hayes and Arrow River, and wilding trees. Maggie Lawton is a candidate from Wanaka with a background in science who gets my vote for the ORC and can hopefully direct some attention towards our environmental problems.

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Arrowtown Garage

Winter Servicing,

Anti-Freeze checks, Tyres, Batteries, & Snow chains. all your winter motoring needs in the heart of arrowtown Phone 03 442 0807 www.arrowtowngarage.nz

SPRING IS HERE & WARMER WEATHER IS ON THE HORIZON! Now looking at new vintages of Rose wines to have in our shop over summer.

Chiller has been reorganised – if you’re having trouble finding your favourite products, please ask.

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CELEBRATE OUR MONTHLY ANNIVERSARY on the 18th of each month with a true Italian 5 course set menu!

LIMITED NUMBERS SO BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! 03 409 8378 FOR MORE INFO AND MENU EMAIL alberto.lucia@terramiaarrowtown.co.nz

tourism surging Arrowtown is experiencing a tourism boom, with the village now receiving 650,000 visitors a year – up from 400,000 three years ago. According to the Arrowtown Promotion and Business Association’s latest Visitor Research Report, 70% of the visitors are from overseas – up from 2013 when it was a 50:50 split with internal Kiwi travellers.

APBA board member John Lapsley says that having 450,000 visitors from overseas has lowered the average age of tourists. ‘The strong growth in the younger adults market has also seen startling levels of participation in Arrowtown’s nature activities like walking and cycling,’ he says.

Visitors are staying longer too. In 2013, 43% of visitors stayed less than two hours. ‘That was a big problem…The very short visits number is now down to only 14%, so we are well pleased,’ says John. He credits improved tourist information and the development of the trails network for this.

Visitors gave Arrowtown a 9.2 out of 10 satisfaction rating.

APBA also conducted a survey of Chinese visitors that showed the under 40s market was strongest, and the biggest visitor category was family groups of 3 to 5 people, often Mainland Chinese taking a local holiday with New Zealand based family. Interestingly, 78% of the Chinese tourists had no, or limited, understanding of English.

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classifieds Physiotherapy in Arrowtown – Looking after the locals – Queenstown Physiotherapy now has three clinics a week at the Arrowtown Medical Centre. Paul is ready to help get you back out there. Call 03 441 0580 to make your appointment AVON – For our latest brochure contact Caroline 022 019 6972 caro@elevenit.co.nz FREE delivery in Arrowtown for sale 2 x single beds with excellent mattress’s & sprung bases. Included pillows & linen. $100 for both. Ph 442 0053 or 027 419 6753

real estate to let Room to rent for a single person to share house with 1 other plus kids in wkend.

Fully furnished with queen bed, own entrance, $220 incs power/internet. 027 677 0396 Day workers please.

situations vacant The Ridge Resort – HOUSEKEEPERS wanted – Fridays only. The Ridge Resort, Frankton Road, requires Housekeepers for cleaning of their three bedroom apartments.

The positions are for Fridays only from 9am to approximately 3pm. Possibility of car sharing from Arrowtown. To apply phone the Ridge Resort on 03 442 6502 or e-mail ridge.resort@ classicholidays.co.nz

public notices Calling all Arrowtown kids with bikes that need some love! Queenstown Bike Tours is offering free bike servicing for kids bikes over the month of September.

We want our local kids out riding this summer and with school holidays around the corner, no better time for a tune up.

Come and see us at Dudleys cottage and ask for Matt.

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Annual General Meeting

At the Museum, 49 Buckingham St

Thursday 22 September 2016 7.30 pm To receive the Annual Report of the Committee To receive the duly audited financial statements of the Society To elect a committee Appointment of Auditor General Business Everyone welcome!

Meeting to be followed by Guest Speakers Wendy & David Clarke speaking about their trip to Vietnam. Supper will be served.

Open every day from 8.30 am for Breakfast & Lunch Try our famous cheese fondue or our classic crépes Available for private functions for Dinner

25 Ramshaw Lane

03 409 8946

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quilting crazy The Queenstown Patchwork & Quilters Group, recently nominated for the Trustpower Community Awards, is offering a weekend of ‘sewing madness’ to anyone in the Wakatipu Basin who shares their love of sewing and creativity.

‘This is a chance to bring along your own project or join in with some of our ladies who will be working on charity quilts over the weekend,’ says organiser Robyn Bitcheno. ‘We hope to complete two or three quilts to be given to the Cancer Society in Queenstown.’

The workshop, which is sponsored by QLDC, runs from 1 to 2 October at the Lake Hayes Pavilion. The cost of $30 for one day or $50 for two days includes lunch, as well as morning and afternoon tea. If you are interested in attending contact Robyn Bitcheno (03 441 2828 or 021 037 2070) or Jude Grace-Dillon (0273 750 910) to get a registration form with more information. Robyn says that if you just want to take a look at what they’re up to, the general public is more than welcome to pop in on the day.

WHAT’S ON IN DINING Hole In One Café A great place to relax after a day’s sightseeing, a round of golf or a catch up with some friends.

Open from 9am daily.

Children’s menu available.

BOOK A TABLE T: +64 (0)3 441 7000 | 0800 800 604 E: fdesk@millbrook.co.nz

Millbrook Resort 1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown 9371 T: +64 (0)3 441 7000 | 0800 800 604 E: fdesk@millbrook.co.nz

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upcoming events

september – october

september

Arrowtown Arts Festival FREE Community Concert Arrowtown School Hangi

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and Kapa Haka Night

Arrowtown Arts Festival Artists Market

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Plunket Trash N Treasure

Queenstown & Arrowtown Plunket’s annual fundraiser

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Queenstown Film Society public screening

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A wayward Hong Kong matriarch arrives in NZ for her granddaughter’s wedding

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Enjoy superb music-making in a candlelit performance of five virtuosic works for fortepiano and cello

Buckingham Green

12–4 pm www.arrowevents.co.nz

Arrowtown School

www.arrowtown.school.nz Buckingham Green & Athenaeum Hall 9 am–4 pm www.arrowevents.co.nz

Lake Hayes Pavilion

10 am–12 pm, $25 per table Belinda.ricketts@plunket.org.nz

non-members welcome by koha

Dorothy Browns 8.30 pm

Solo Sunny

www.queenstownfilmsociety.co.nz

Under the Same Moon

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm

Hammers and Horsehair

Adult $24 Child $14 www.eventfinda.co.nz

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm

Adult $25 Child $15 Family $50

www.eventfinda.co.nz

October

1–2

Queenstown Patchwork & Quilters Group

Workshop Weekend

Holistic Spiritual Fair

Lake Hayes Pavilion

Sat 9 am – 6 pm | Sun 9 am – 5 pm Robyn Bitcheno 021 037 2070

Athenaeum Hall

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Clairvoyants, healers, readers, crystals, reflexology & more.

10 am–6 pm / gold coin

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Arrowtown Spring Flower Show

1–5 pm / arrowtown.com

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An event for outdoor enthusiasts, trampers, rogainers, adventure racers, orienteers and navigation virgins!

9 am–2 pm www.epicnavigation.co.nz

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Prepare yourself for gross stunts, mind-blowing magic, and spooky circus skills!

2–2.45 pm / Child $5 Adult $10 www.eventfinda.co.nz

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Nav Epic Rogaine Trick or Treat

Circus of Horrors A Halloween Cabaret

Athenaeum Hall Athenaeum Hall Athenaeum Hall Athenaeum Hall

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#theloopsnaps Top of Feehly Hill at night

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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 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 hairdressers D’OR Hair Stylists Royal Oak Complex, Shop 14 Arrow Lane 03 442 1890 health & beauty Back On Track Physiotherapy backontrackphysio.co.nz 03 442 6616 Oddfellows Beauty Therapy & Massage 57 Buckingham St 03 442 0020 mechanic Arrowtown Garage 28 Wiltshire St 03 442 0807 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 Streamline Plumbing Ltd streamlineltdnz@gmail.com 7 Jenkins Place 021 774 481 12

retail Arrowtown Wine Store 21 Ramshaw Lane 03 442 1026 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 real estate Ray White 14 Buckingham St 03 442 1616 Sotheby’s International Realty 50 Buckingham St 027 334 9292

community services in an emergency phone........................... 111 Arrowtown 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 Amber Hollis 027 226 1590 Monika Fry 027 616 7236 Richard Newman 0274 970 138 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 021 0284 0681 Beginner–intermediate levels. Weds 12.30–2.30 pm $5 at the Arrowtown Hall.

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

Ladies Day Wednesday–more info Diane Brash 027 338 8963 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 03 442 0132 Primarily a singing group of varying ages who love to provide heart-warming entertainment in Arrowtown. The group aims to put on a Christmas Concert in December and also concerts during the Arrowtown Autumn Festival. Contact: Alison Douglas at nigel.alison@slingshot.co.nz Arrowtown Golf Club 03 442 1719 Club days–every Weds & Sat (men) Thurs (ladies). Phone the golf shop for more info.

Arrowtown Library 03 442 1607 Storytime for Toddlers Wednesdays 10.30 am – 11.00 am during School Term Time.

Arrowtown Scouts Spaces available for girls & boys age 11-14.

Scouts meet in Arrowtown Wed nights 7–8.30 pm. For further info email: arrowcubs@gmail. com / 027 291 2193 Arrowtown Tennis Club Fran 03 442 0774 Senior club nights every Tues 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.

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 2–12 years old. Fun French lessons for preschool children & in school & after school for primary school. We do adult lessons too, in group or privately. Email nathalie@ lcfclubs.co.nz or visit 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 info.

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 from 3 May at Dorothy Browns. www.queenstownfilmsociety.co.nz Remarkable Kids 03 442 0785 Celebrating differences, supporting challenges.

Meetings for parents & professionals to discuss ideas for managing tricky behaviour at St. Margaret’s Church Hall – see our facebook page – Remarkable Kids – for meeting dates.

Shotover Country Music Club 03 442 0785 Arrowtown Hall, 3rd Sunday each month at 7.30pm All welcome. Cost Free. Contact Reg McTaggart at r.j.mctaggart@xtra.co.nz Small Seeds Parent & toddler music group St Paul’s Cottage next to St Paul’s Anglican Church. Every Thurs morning in term time, 9:30 – 10:30. Half an hour of music with instruments & a short Bible story, then coffee/chat/play time. Free/Donation.

The Queenstown Embroiderers Meets every Wednesday at The Stitching Post Buckingham Street, Arrowtown from 10am onwards. We work on our projects, share ideas and enjoy good company. Anyone interested in joining us is most welcome to call in and meet us. For further information contact Denise Heckler 03-442 0204.

Wakatipu Travel Club Meets 2 pm on 4th Monday in the month at St John Ambulance Rooms, 10 Douglas St. Frankton. Interesting speakers. We welcome new members. Contact: June 442 2234

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