Edition 161

your local event guide & directory 6 – 19 December 2018

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JACKIE Originally from the UK, Jackie has become a well known and dedicated hair stylist for the Arrowtown locals.

Jackie brings 15 years experience in the hairdressing industry and innovative colouring techniques to the D’OR Team.

03 442 1890 | www.dorhair.co.nz

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senior citizens afternoon tea The Queenstown Lions Club is spreading Christmas cheer with a free afternoon tea for the over-70s on Sunday 16 December at 2 pm at the Athenaeum Hall.

Entertainment is laid on, and the club can also arrange free transportation to and from the venue if you need it. Space is limited so book your spot now by phoning Peter Arnott on 0279 259 818 or email lions@ queenstown. co.nz

arrowtowner stitches up opportunity Arrowtown’s Peni Moala is still coming down from the high of his Project Runway New Zealand experience. The Tonga-born designer, one of 14 finalists selected from 8000 applications for the fashion competition, made it to the top five but this week was eliminated.

Filming started as soon as Peni got off the plane in March and continued for 6 weeks with only one day off a week. ‘On Runway Day we were out the door at 8 am and then home usually around 11 pm, but on TV it’s 15 to 20 minutes’ judging.’

Peni says that creating garments alongside his competitors created a great energy. ‘I guess when you have a room of people that all have a love for the same thing that’s just the nature of it.’

The contest had its highs and low. ‘I had moments of watching my garments come alive down the runway and I fell in love with them and then some I’d rather forget forever. With the pressure cooker of it all it’s not always easy! My vision sometimes didn’t go to plan and I had to think outside the square.’

Peni will be forever grateful for showcase the programme gave him. ‘It is an absolute dream for any up-and-coming designer.’ His personal highlight was having host Georgia Fowler wear – and love – a jacket he created. ‘I was the only designer whose garments she tried on all series!’

Peni isn't standing still after Project Runway.

He has launched his fashion brand BENi (that's the way his name is actually pronounced!) with a summer print line for both men and women available at beni.co.nz, and is currently working on a 3 winter range!

arrowtown village association news The AVA held its Annual General Meeting last Thursday, thanks to those of you who attended. The existing committee all stood again, and we are pleased to also have 4 new members joining our enthusiastic committee to represent you, our community.

The major news of the night was the AVA being confirmed as successful in its funding application to the Central Lakes Trust. We have been awarded a generous $600,000 to continue wilding control work on Tobins Face, so you can expect to hear the buzz of chainsaws again before long.

Catch up on all the AVA activities by viewing our annual chairperson’s report on our blog at www.arrowtownvillage.nz clean air

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In the new year the AVA will be involved in a multi-agency programme to improve Arrowtown’s air quality. Coordinated by the Otago Regional Council, there will be input from NIWA, Southern District Health Board, Otago Cosy Homes Trust, Arrowtown Clean Air & Warm Homes Trust, QLDC and the AVA.

Yes, for all those non-members out there, remember that AVA membership is free! Just join using the link on our website or Facebook page and become part of the membership base represented in our submissions and discussions. Direct email updates will be provided and the occasional canvassing for member opinions.

This exciting initiative is all about getting the community involved.

Shortly we may be asking community members throughout Arrowtown to host an air quality sensor. This trial will establish the feasibility of using such scanners over winter to record air quality both outside but also inside the home.

Remember also to follow us on Facebook and our blog for timely community information.

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songs for christmas The Remarkable Vocals Choral Ensemble is marking the holiday season with Laudate, a concert at the Thomas L Brown Gallery this weekend. Directed by Arrowtown Promotion and Business Association coordinator Sue Patterson, the popular and versatile local group has prepared a varied selection of Christmas music and some special duets, along with solos from trombonist Luke Petre and pianist Kana Takahashi.

‘A highlight of the concert will be Mozart's dynamic “Laudate Pueri”,’ says Sue, ‘while two choral versions of Hoagy Carmichael’s “Stardust” and “Skylark” provide a moving jazz interlude in this mainly classical concert.’

Sue says audience feedback from the last 13 years reflects that Remarkable Vocals concerts are not just about the music, but are an experience in themselves.

Arrowtown Garage ‘The half time complimentary drinks and nibbles are always an opportunity to chat over the music performed thus far, but also to chat with friends and meet new concert goers.’

Tickets for the concert on Sunday 9 December at 3 pm are $40 (including refreshments) from the Lakes District Museum, all your Summerfields Pharmacy and motoring needs in the heart of arrowtown Wilkinsons Pharmacy. There will Phone 03 442 0807 be no door sales.

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classifieds Premier Stopping – Local & reliable Quality Gibb stopping at competitive prices. Free quotes & advice. Contact Dave Thompson 021 115 3632 wanted The Arrowtown Post Office is still collecting used postage stamps. These are cleaned, sorted and placed in small presentation packs for sale at the Post Office to passing tourists as a fundraiser for the building maintenance.The scheme has now been going for over 20 years, but stamps are becoming scarce as we all turn to electronics to survive. So, please save all your incoming postage stamps and drop them into the Post Office.

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Cvs to kerry@arrowhospitality or drop into New Orleans Hotel.

XMAS SALMON Something a bit different for your Xmas dinner this year...

Pickup Wanaka, Cromwell & Queenstown December 23rd 2018 Email salmon@fullypitted.co.nz for a price list fullypitted.co.nz 03 4284242 6

NOW OPEN 47 WEEKS OF THE YEAR

Arrowtown Preschool COTTER AVE & DURHAM ST Half day and longer day places for babies and children 12 months – 5 years Innovative programmes including popular weekly nature based programmes for 3 -5 year olds Consistent and qualified teaching staff Please phone

03 442 0172 or 03 442 1416

or email admin@ arrowtownpreschool.co.nz for more information or to arrange a visit.

rare rose for kids' fundraiser This Sunday Arrowtown's Scouts, Kea and Cubs will be out in force at the farmers market fundraising for their activities.

The Keas and Cubs have an intriguing way to raise money for equipment: selling a very special heritage rose plant that is wreathed in history.

The rose the youngsters will be selling, the Big Bay rose, is one of the oldest strains to be planted in New Zealand. The plants propagated by Chris and Ika Willett originate from a single rose bush discovered at Big Bay, Fiordland.

In the 1860s European settlers tried and ultimately failed to establish a settlement in remote Big Bay, but unlike them this sturdy rose thrived despite the harsh climate. It has proved itself as an extremely We recommend you send your Christmas parcelsflowers before theand sending dates below. hardy rose, with stunning pink cupped a strong fragrance making it a delightful addition to any Arrowtown garden. There South Pacific, Asia, are International various stories asAustralia to how it got BigUKBay, so it is Rest a rose Northto America, and Europe of Worldfull of mystery and speculation too.

Wednesday 5 December Monday 3 December Friday 30 November While you’re at the market, pick up some of the goodies the Scouts Wednesday 12 December 10 December Friday 7 December have baked to raise funds for a tripMonday to the Scout Jamboree at Mystery Creek next Friday 14 December Wednesday 12 December Monday 10 December year. It's a great We recommend you send your Christmas parcels before the sending dates below.

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keep christmas local...look at the options There’s no need to face the crowds doing Christmas shopping in the big-box stores when you can get it all done right here in Arrowtown.

You’d be amazed at the quality and range – whether it’s decorations or gifts, party food, wine or beer, do yourself a favour and shop Arrowtown. Just think, no more circling the carpark looking for a space, no more trolley rage in the supermarket. Christmas shopping will become a pleasure again! himalayan salt lamps Give a gift from Nature this year. Himalayan salt lamps are attractive and beneficial for health. They emit negative ions and are natural air purifiers, neutralising all forms of pollution including electromagnetic smog.

From $40 to $120 depending on size.

Rainbow Doorways, Coachman’s Hall. 03 442 1910 lola earrings What does Lola love....? Beautiful earrings! These stunning earrings just recently instore this year are from Lola Loves Queenstown. Perfect for so many occasions and locally made. Dudley’s Cottage, 4 Buckingham St (next to the historic Chinese Settlement). 03 409 8162 books and more The shop in the Lakes District Museum has a fantastic variety of books, art prints, souvenirs, calendars, recipe books, books for children, pictorial books, natural history, local history and historical novels. Give books – the perfect gift this Christmas. 49 Buckingham Street.

03 442 1824 gerty brown cushion Handmade cushions by Gerty Brown with the most luscious feather inners. No two are the same. We also take orders for custom made cushions. Off The Wall, 18 Buckingham Street. 03 442 0890 Follow us on Instagram @offthewallgallerystore offthewallgallery.co.nz lollies & toys Need help with filling those stockings this year? Visit our shop in Arrowtown for lollies and now toys! Locals receive a 10% discount off your entire order. Just mention The Loop during your next visit.

The Remarkable Sweet Shop, 27 Buckingham Street.

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local gift guide icelandic sheepskin Thick long and luxurious Bowron Icelandic Sheepskins are the ultimate in Nordic cool. Bring this copy of The Loop in with you to receive 10% off.

Back Country, 21 Buckingham Street. 03 442 1947 www.nzshopping.com gifts for the kitchen Gourmets will love something from our larder – choose from ultra premium olive oils, handcrafted Noble maple syrup, Huffman's spicy sauces, Amola artisan salts, NZ-made organic Six Barrel Soda Syrup and more.

Rosie B's, 18 Buckingham Street. 03 442 0131 jade for everyone A huge range of contemporary and traditional pieces for all the family. Jade studs from $12, jade pendants from $25, plus 10% off for locals at The Jade & Opal Factory, 30 Buckingham Street. 03 442 1654 reusable cups Join the reuse revolution and through your actions inspire others to do the same. Three sizes, different colours and patterns available, starting from $19.

Get your first coffee free with your purchase.

Unwind Cafe, 4/14 Buckingham St. 03 442 0227 arrowtown post office Christmas cards from $2, stocking fillers, gifts for all, wrapping paper & tags, domestic & international postage (see deadline dates on page 5).

Remember to support your local Post Office.

Arrowtown Post Office, 52 Buckingham Street.

03 442 1885 reusable market gift bag The Ultimate Reusable Gift Bag from the Arrowtown Farmers Market. Boasting a stylish design, crafted from durable hessian and featuring a comfortable rolled handle. Available at the market every Sunday on the Library Green, $20 each or two bags for $30.

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harvest your own christmas tree Karl Walker of Arrowtown Choppers is encouraging local families to get themselves a free Christmas tree – and help halt the spread of wilding pines – by cutting their own from the group’s control patch near the Sawpit Gully Loop. ‘Why not get the kids up there, pick your own tree, chop it down and take it home?’ he says.

The Choppers work close to the Big Hill Track on Wednesdays from 6 pm to 9 pm.

‘If you need some help we’re happy to give you a hand during those hours,’ says Karl. ‘If you’re heading up any other time, simply find a conifer you like the look of and help yourself. Just remember it is your responsibility to be safe. You’ll have to bring your own tools and appropriate clothing and footwear.

And bring a hand saw – no chainsaws allowed!’

More information @arrowtownchoppers on Facebook.

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Join us for family fun, all summer long!

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OPEN DAILY UNTIL 2 MARCH Child $1.50 Adult $3 Seniors $2 Full season passes available Separate toddler pool, snack shop & picnic area

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upcoming events

december – january

december

7&8 Freedom of Flight Film Festival 2018 7

Arrowtown Long Lunch

9,16,23 & 30

Arrowtown Farmers Market

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Every Sunday

Laudate

Songs for Christmas and other musical treats Arrowtown Entertainers & Friends present

CHRISTMAS 'tis the season to be jolly

Dorothy Browns 8.30 pm Adults $20 – Children $15

Buckingham St 12–4 pm www.arrowtownlonglunch.co.nz

Library Green 10 am–2 pm

www.arrowtownfarmersmarket.co.nz

Thomas L Brown Gallery 3 pm

$40 tickets from Museum or Summerfields & Wilkinsons Pharmacys

Buckingham Green 6 pm

FREE–bring a picnic tea & celebrate with us

Athenaeum Hall – 2 pm

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Queenstown Lions Club

Senior Citizens Christmas Party

FREE– to book your seat, Phone Peter 027 925 9818 or email: lions@queenstown.co.nz

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Lake Hayes Triathlon

Lake Hayes Showgrounds 10 am

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Arrowtown Post Office Fundraising Market

Library Green 10 am–4 pm

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Lake Hayes A&P Show

from 9 am – $10 adults, children free

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Summer Concert at Gibbston Valley Winery

1820 Gibbston Highway, State Highway 6. Gates open 11 am

www.activeqt.co.nz

January

Lake Hayes Showgrounds www.lakehayesshow.com

www.gibbstonvalley.com

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your flop-free recipe spice-rubbed salmon compote 400 g salmon fillet 2 Tbsp mixed spices (I used a mix of crushed coriander seeds, ground cumin, paprika, salt, oregano) salad

punnet cherry tomatoes, halved red onion, finely diced baby spinach or kale, leaves roughly torn red or green capsicum, chopped juice of lemon and a little olive oil to serve

oven-roasted potato wedges sour cream and salsa

Cut the salmon fillet into 4 pieces.

Drizzle the skin side with a little oil and evenly sprinkle over your spice mixture.

Toss salad ingredients together and drizzle over lemon juice and olive oil.

Cook salmon skin side down in a hot frying pan for 3–4 minutes.

Flip the fillets over and cook for 2 minutes. Serves 4.

Sunny Sunday Live Music Sessions are back....Every Sunday in summer!

Starting this Sunday 9 December – 1–4 pm Noel Coutts Story teller song writer local legend

4–7 pm Saelyn Guyton

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#theloopsnaps – christmas competition Making a bit of an extra effort with your Christmas tree decorations might get you a Christmas bonus from the loop arrowtown. Just add #theloopsnaps to your photo in social media or email the photo to thelooparrowtown@ gmail.com and we’ll put it on our Facebook page. The photo with the most Likes by 5 pm on 17 December will get a special Christmas package including a family season pass for the Arrowtown Pool (worth $80), 2 adult tickets (kids free) to the A&P Lake Hayes Show (worth $20), an Ida candle from Dudley's Cottage ($45), Kerastase Holiday Nutritive pack from D'OR. So add #theloopsnaps to your photos on start decorating, take a snap, facebook or instagram & they might just win and get those Likes going! & make the next issue of the loop arrowtown.

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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 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 16

l plumbers Queenstown Plumbing & Gas Ltd PO Box 250, Arrowtown 03 441 8071 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

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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 Community Yoga 03 442 0515 Every Thursday 5 pm @ Arrowtown Community Rooms. Bring your own mat.

All levels welcome.

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 Kids Circus 022 017 2046 Aerials, Tumbling, Acro, Juggling. Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays. Arrowtown Primary School Hall. Contact: cirque@abigailrose.co.nz www.abigailmarionrose.com/kids-classes.

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 11 am at the cinema. Newcomers welcome.

Kinga Krupa Music 021 0843 7037 Piano and Music lessons Mon-Thu in Shotover Country and Fridays in Arrowtown with a local pianist and piano teacher. Fun, student-focused atmosphere for all levels and ages. www.kingakrupamusic.com 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 Community Rooms, 3rd Sunday of each month at 1.30 pm. All welcome. 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.

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