Edition 151

your local event guide & directory 19 July – 1 August 2018

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big year for arrowtown rugby

The Arrowtown Bulls have wrapped up the regular season in fine style, with the team’s name inscribed on the White Horse Cup, and the club still in the running for the championship.

After a slightly wobbly start the Bulls came into their own later on, snatching the White Horse Cup off Cromwell in June and successfully defending it against Alexandra and Matakanui. They ended up in fourth place after the round robin games and will play Upper Clutha in the semifinal on Saturday.

Things have been going well for the juniors too. ‘We started off with Emma Campbell signing on as our new administrator,’ says Amy Wilson-White. ‘Emma has done a marvellous job and we’re really grateful for her “nothing’s a problem” attitude.’

The Rippa and Under 8 grades had excellent results and in the Under 9 and Under 10 grades two teams were unbeaten for the season. ‘Our Year 7 and 8 players enjoyed some great successes too in the Open Grade,’ says Amy. ‘To those players leaving Arrowtown to head to high school we say kia kaha and all the very best for your future rugby endeavours.’

The first ever girls rugby competition Open Grade Basin Red team was a success. ‘We were overwhelmed by the huge number of girls and the quality of rugby,’ says Amy. The cherry on top for 2018 is the nearly completed new clubrooms in Jack Reid Park, opening the door for a new era at Arrowtown Rugby Club. And 2019 will see the Bulls playing in Arrowtown again and celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the Club being reformed.

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arrowtown village association news

Arrowtown Village Association has just launched its new website and rounded off a year-long campaign to better engage with the Arrowtown community. Everyone is now invited to take a look at the new website arrowtownvillage.nz for themselves.

The new website, developed by Alison Dench Communications, went live on Thursday 12 July and is aimed at improving communication between residents and the AVA. The revamped website is packed with Arrowtown-specific information from contact details of community groups to advice on reducing pollution from your wood burner and the rules on trimming trees in the historic zone. A blog will be regularly updated with important news. chairperson@arrowtownvillage.nz 4

The association’s embrace of technology goes beyond the website to the flourishing Arrowtown Village Association Facebook page, where followers have grown from 8 to well over 300. We share the very latest updates concerning Arrowtown here, occasionally being first with the news, such as the presence of E coli in Lake Hayes. The comments provide a useful way for residents to make their feelings on Arrowtown issues known, something the committee welcomes.

In addition to the new website and Facebook page, free membership has been introduced and already the number of members has jumped from 132 to over 200. The larger the membership, the stronger our voice will be and the better that the AVA can represent the community. @arrowtownvillage on Facebook

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crafternoon tea Do you like to knit, sew, stitch or craft? Angela Rowson is hosting a Crafternoon Tea at the cottage next to the Anglican church in Berkshire St on Saturday 21 July from 2 to 4 pm.

‘Come along for a cup of tea, a piece of cake and an afternoon of crafty friendliness,’ says Angela.

‘Stay the afternoon or just pop in, and bring along your craft or indeed just come along and be inspired by what other people are doing and making.’

Angela hopes the teas will be a monthly or even fortnightly event if people are keen.

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classifieds found Black vinyl purse containing some receipts and baby photo, found on Devon St, on 07/07/18, can be claimed from Qtn Police Station.

situations vacant Slow Cuts is a faced paced restaurant in Arrowtown serving super tasty food for both takeaway and dine in options. We are currently looking for the following positions: KITCHEN HAND to join our team on a FULL TIME basis.

Duties include but are not limited to: • Basic food preparation and cooking.

• Cleaning kitchen cookware and utensils • Maintaining a high standard of overall kitchen cleanliness. This position is available immediately with both night and day shifts available. Kitchen experience preferred, training can be provided for the right person. Applicants must love working hard and enjoy working in a professional team environment. COMMIS CHEF Applicants should have: • Minimum of 1 years experience in a busy kitchen • An interest to learn and work with whole foods, slow cooked meats and handmade burgers. • Own transport to Arrowtown. Please send CV with cover letter to sam@peoplelikeus.co.nz Fork & Tap Our vibrant & iconic gastro/craft beer pub in heart of Arrowtown requires: CHEF & CHEF DE PARTIE, FULL TIME. We have 2 positions available. You will need 1-3 years experience, work well under pressure and in a team environment. Applicants must be NZ Citizen/Resident or hold a valid work visa Send you CV/Cover Letter to; hello@theforkandtap. co.nz Night n Day Full time duty manager Must have LCQ qualification, Currently holding duty manager certificate, at least 3 year experience, immediate start, must be able to work nights and weekends Apply at arrowtown@nightnday.co.nz 6

SPECIALISES IN: Interior | Exterior Renovation | Wallpapering

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday 8 August at 7 pm at the Arrowtown Museum Boardroom, Buckingham Street.

New members are most welcome.

mums helping mums Don’t be fooled by the name, you don’t have to be a mum to get involved in this new Arrowtown community group, says organiser Rachel Brown. Dads and grandparents are welcome too!

Rachel set up the Facebook group to connect parents in a small town where a lot of people don’t have family support because they have come from elsewhere. She is a recent arrival herself, having moved here late last year.

‘It took more than six months to assimilate into the community,’ she says, ‘and initially I felt a sense of isolation as there was nothing like this group at the time.’

Members of the group are able to offer and ask for meals, baking and other support, with a Pay It Forward philosophy. ‘If you need help please put your hand up!’ says Rachel. If a member knows of someone going Arrowtown Garage through a tough time who could really do with a precooked meal or baking they can nominate them by PM to one of the group’s admins.

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

The Mums Helping Mums Arrowtown Facebook group already has over 150 members and is growing daily. If you’re not on Facebook but would like to nominate someone for a meal or give something to the group, you can email Rachel at mumshelpingmumsarrowtown @gmail.com.

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30 years inspiring kids Jane Foster is celebrating a big milestone this year – 30 years in preschool education in Arrowtown.

It all began in 1988 when Jane started teaching part-time at Playcentre. As Arrowtown grew, it soon became clear they would Alyson Hutton, Jane Foster & Jon Brooks need a bigger building. When the at Matariki celebrations June 2018 parents discovered that Playcentre with glowing ERO reviews and would own any new building the from here on in Jane plans to just community built, in 1992 they broke keep enjoying the ride. She hopes away to start a community-owned to get increased government preschool instead, governed by a funding so parents don’t have volunteer board with parents taking to pay for their children to get care of fundraising. the high-quality education they The new preschool opened in deserve. She is also hopeful Durham Street just four years the government will learn from later. It has been thriving ever Scandinavian countries, which since, expanding into a second have the best school-leaver results site in Cotter Avenue in 2010. That in the world yet don’t start formal year Jane shifted from teaching schooling until age 7. ‘Even then into management. ‘I’m the bit of they spend more hours outside glue keeping the teaching teams than in!’ together,’ she says. ‘It’s all about the staff, I’m just one cog in the wheel.’

Over the decades Jane has seen a transformation in early childhood education and, extra paperwork aside, she’s inspired by the way things are headed. The introduction of a nature-based programme in 2012 is a highlight. ‘It is all about letting kids be kids,’ she says, ‘climbing trees, using their imaginations rather than toys to explore and learn in creative ways.’

Jane Foster, with, from left, Emily The preschools’ innovative Spicer, Tobin Wilson, Molly Miller, Angus Thom pson and approach has been recognised Popp 8

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upcoming events

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Members Art Exhibition

Arrowtown Creative Arts Society

Lakes Museum Gallery 8.30 am – 5 pm

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Crafternoon Tea

The Cottage, next to Anglican Church

2–4pm $20 Contact 021 393 538

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Arts on Tour NZ presents

No Holds Bard

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm

$25 eventfinda.co.nz

september

12, 13, 15, 20, 21, 22

Remarkable Theatre presents

Away by Michael Gow

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm eventfinda.co.nz

MODELS WANTED!!!

Do you have unruly curly hair? Or even just a slight wave?

If so come in and see us at D’or and we can help!

Royal Oak, Shop 14 Arrow lane, Arrowtown 034421890

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your flop-free recipe rosie's roast vegetable and quinoa salad 5 to 6 medium-large carrots, While it sliced cooks, bring 4 potatoes, cut into chunks the chicken 1 small pumpkin, cut into chunks stock and water to a boil 3 medium kumara, cut into in a medium chunks pot. Add 250 g mushrooms, quartered the quinoa, 2 red capsicums, cut into chunks stir, and cover with a 3 small red onions, quartered tight-fitting 4 Tbsp good-quality olive oil lid. Reduce kosher salt & freshly ground the heat and cook for 13 to 15 pepper minutes, or until all the water has ½ tsp ground coriander been absorbed. Fluff with a fork 1 cup chicken stock and remove to a bowl. Let cool.

1 cup water In a large bowl, toss the quinoa and roast vegetables, and drizzle 1 cup quinoa over dressing. Top with fresh 4 Tbsp pitted black olives herbs if desired, olives and feta 1 cup crumbled feta cheese cheese and season with salt and ⅔ cup Lemon Yoghurt Dressing pepper. (below) Preheat the oven to 250°C. dressing Line a roasting pan with baking 2 tsp natural yoghurt paper. Toss in the firmer vegetables such as kumara and ¼ cup apple cider vinegar potato and roast for 20 minutes.

1 Tbsp minced shallot Drizzle over half the olive oil 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice and season. Add the softer salt & freshly ground pepper vegetables like mushrooms, drizzle over remaining oil and ⅓ cup good-quality olive oil coriander and roast for a further Add all ingredients to a small 15 minutes. jar and shake vigorously.

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#theloopsnaps Sunrise - Happy Wednesday!

‘You have to take risks.

We will only understand the miracle of life fully when we allow the unexpected to happen.’

JULY’S WINNING PIC

Chocolate box from Remarkable Sweet Shop add #theloopsnaps to your photos on facebook or instagram & they might just win & make the next issue of the loop arrowtown.

Come warm by our roaring fire and sample our warming winter drinks....

Mulled Wine

Our own famous recipe using warming spices, fresh orange & ginger

Velveteer Hot Toddy 12yr single malt w steamed apple, cinnimon & fresh lime

51 Buckingham St | 03 442 1860 | www.theforkandtap.co.nz 11

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 Unwind 4/14 Buckingham St 03 442 0227 bikes Arrow Bikes 4/9 Bush Creek Rd 03 409 8140 child care ABC Arrowtown Montessori 16 Wiltshire St 03 442 0032 Arrowtown Preschool Cotter Ave & Durham St 03 442 1416 hairdressers D’OR Hair Stylists Royal Oak Complex, Shop 14 Arrow Lane 03 442 1890 health & beauty ArrowPilates 22b Daveys Place 027 450 5695 Back on Track Physiotherapy 50 Buckingham St, Upstairs, Royal Oak Court 03 442 6616 Oddfellows Beauty Therapy & Massage 57 Buckingham St 03 442 0020 Unichem Arrowtown Pharmacy 20 Buckingham St 03 442 0975 Queenstown Physiotherapy Arrowtown Medical Centre 03 441 0580 mechanic Arrowtown Garage 28 Wiltshire St 03 442 0807 12

plumbers Bob Dennison Plumbing Limited PO Box 191, Arrowtown 027 442 1051 retail Off the Wall Gallery 18 Buckingham St 03 442 0890 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 taxis Green Cabs Arrowtown 0800 464 7336

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 027 560 0783 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 Pavilion at Lake Hayes.

Arrowtown Bowling Club 03 442 1905 Club Day Thursday mornings. New members welcome - coaching available - more info Diane 03 409 8545 Arrowtown Business Women’s Group Any and all local business women are welcome to register. It is free to join but each event may have a charge to cover costs. Email Hayley Delport 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) / Tue(9 holes) &Thurs(ladies). Ph the golf shop for more info.

Arrowtown Library 03 442 1607 Hours: Mon–Fri 10am-5pm. Sat 10.30–12.30pm.

Storytime for Toddlers Weds 10.30am–11am during School Term Time.

Arrowtown Scouts Want to know more about the Arrowtown Scout group? We are catering for Boys and Girls aged 6-17years. For more info email ikawillett@gmail.com.

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.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.

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 Petanque Sundays 3 pm, Library Green. All welcome!

Plunket 0800 933 922 Little fingers craft/activity playgroup, Mondays 10–12pm. Gold coin donation. Remarkable Mothers group, 2nd & 4th Thurs of the month, from 11am. All welcome. For all current information/to contact, LIKE the Arrowtown Plunket Facebook page.

Shotover Country Music Club 03 442 0785 Arrowtown Hall, 3rd Sunday each month at 7.30 pm. 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 Weds at The Stitching Post Buckingham St, from 10 am onwards. We work on our projects, share ideas & enjoy good company. Anyone interested in joining us is most welcome to call in & 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:Lucia Dore 027 755 1170 FREE to place local club information, email details to thelooparrowtown@gmail.com 13