The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 192

your local event guide & directory 12 – 25 March 2020

Cello Meets Voice Saturday 28 March Athenaeum Hall

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contents 3 cello meets voice 4 AVA News 5 bring back our natives 6 classifieds 7 record swimming season 8 museum on shaky ground

Arrowtown Preschool COTTER AVE & DURHAM ST

9 upcoming events

Half day and longer day places for babies and children 12 months to 5 years

11 local of the month

Innovative programmes including popular weekly nature-based programmes for 3 to 5 year-olds Consistent and qualified teaching staff

Enrolments accepted onto the Waiting list from birth Please phone

442 0172 or 442 1416 or email admin@ arrowtownpreschool.co.nz for more information or to arrange a visit.

10 your flop-free recipe 12 business directory 13 local clubs ARROWTOWNERS! Want to meet new people, have fun and get behind an award winning community event?

Then the Arrowtown Akarua Autumn Festival crew want to hear from you!

Give a little or a lot. Time, baking, or plain brute strength... you are all vital to our awesome event.

Please contact Suzie at info@ arrowtownautumnfestival.co.nz or on 021 411 470.

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PLUS 14 No Mans Land | WHS girls rock band 4–5 pm Wednesday nights Victory | 3 piece local band 5–8 pm Irish Music 6–9 pm 15 Ned & Pearly | brilliant duo 4–7 pm 17 St Patricks Day – Guinness & Hairy Craic | Irish cream stout on tap 22 Solua | groovy world music by a travelling duo – jazzy reggae flavour w caribbean & brazilian influences

Unwind

AVAILABLE 4–9 pm Friday to Sunday

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fun run first

cello meets voice

This year the Arrowtown Autumn Festival has a new race challenge. In the Tobins Rush we’ll see how fast you can get up Tobins Track and back down again.

Your time will be electronically tracked and Arrowtown’s first King and Queen of the Hill will be crowned.

For something less demanding the 5 km Arrow River Dash is coming back for a second year, finishing again with a foamy water slide.

Both events are on Sunday 19 April, go to arrowtown autumnfestival. co.nz to register.

‘Tattoo this on your partner’s forehead so you won’t forget it,’ says John Lapsley.

‘Cellos. Saturday 28 March.’

John is talking about an encounter with a richness of classical sound that only a few can experience. When the Arrowtown Creative Arts Society brings you Cello Meets Voice, the deep resonance of ten (yes ten) cellos will flow through the Athenaeum Hall beneath a superb soprano.

Noted cellist Dr Heleen du Plessis directs Cellists of Otago, which brings together some of the south’s finest cellists, including several young newcomers. This wall of cello sound supports soprano Rebecca Ryan – trained in Dunedin and at the Royal Academy of Music. Rebecca’s voice has graced the stages of some of the world’s finest music venues, from the Sydney Opera House to the Royal Festival Hall in London.

ACAS committee member Faith Austin, who played in the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra’s string section for many years, struggles to find words to describe what’s achieved with ten cellos and a soprano. ‘Ten cellos create such a totally rich, sonorous sound,’ she says. 'Then the soprano floats above it.”

The programme, which has received excellent reviews, includes a repertoire for cello ensembles and operatic arias arranged for voice and cello.

Among the composers are Villa-Lobos and Rachmaninov.

There will be canapés and a cash bar from 5.15 pm, with the concert starting at 6 pm. Tickets from eventfinda.co.nz and Arrowtown Pharmacy.

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arrowtown village association news arrowtown wilding group

With our full funding target achieved for wilding removal behind Arrowtown, work has kicked off in earnest. The first stage of works is to remove wilding trees on Brow Peak above Eichardts Flat and within Sawpit Gully. Also over 60 people helped out at a community chop day in February.

Over the next month ground crews will focus on the west side of German Hill and above Bush Creek, including clearing buffer strips around tracks, waterways and native bush. Already, the crews have removed over 8000 trees, including Douglas fir, larch, contorta and mugo.

Part of German Hill not visible from town and away from the main tracks and waterways will be aerially sprayed in the next month (weather permitting). We’ll put up clear signage and have people on the tracks explaining what is going on. The work should be over within a day. Updates will be posted on the AVA Facebook page. predator free arrowtown

After three years, PFA’s trap network now extends from Coronet Peak ski field to the Crown Terrace. We’ve recently seen a lot of juvenile birds like tomtits and fantails, suggesting there has been good breeding success. We’re still getting traps vandalised, but less than before.

If you want more native birds in Arrowtown, plant more native trees. We have booklets at the library and museum about what to plant – or check out Feehly Hill behind the cemetery to see what grows well. And if you don’t have space for your own trees, come along the Wakatipu Reforestation Trust plantings in April!

Whitechapel Reserve on Saturday 4 April, and Bush Creek on Saturday 18 April. Bring the whole family.

A big thank you to all the businesses and individuals who have supported the project: it’s because of you you we have achieved so much. web arrowtownvillage.nz email chairperson@arrowtownvillage.nz FB @arrowtownvillage 4

bring back our native forest Get digging this autumn with a jam-packed schedule of community native planting days.

These days are a fun outing for the whole family, and a fantastic opportunity to be a part of the restoration of the our precious ecosystems. The first and last days even have a free barbecue lunch!

No experience is required – there will be guides to show you what to do. Bring gloves, a shovel if you have one, water, good footwear, a hat and a whole lot of enthusiasm.

The planting days are all on Saturdays from 9 am to noon: April 4, April 18, April 25 and May 2. Head to the Wakatipu Reforestation Trust’s Facebook page for more information.

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classifieds Pet/Home Sitting – Summer is just around the corner.. have you sorted out care for your pets if you're heading away? Your pets don't have to go on holiday when you do... one of our trusted sitters will care for your furry friends in your own home. Contact Sharon on 021 858 947 – www. townandcountryhomesit.co.nz Premier Stopping – Local & reliable Quality Gib stopping at competitive prices. Free quotes & advice. Contact Dave Thompson 021 115 3632 ARROWYOGA $10. 12 Centennial Avenue (room by tennis court) More info fb page: arrowyoga PLAY! Drama Workshops. PLAY in a WEEK: Arrowtown on 20–23 April. Ages 8–12, one week only! Book your spaces via email: nickie@playdramaworkshops. com or call 021 0845 6836!

real estate flatmates Double room to rent Arrowtown. $250pw plus power includes wifi . 2 weeks bond. Available immediately. Sunny location. Non party house.

Fully furnished. Text 027 539 9112 . wanted Long time Arrowtown family looking for short term rental accommodation until Nov. Preferably non furnished and 3 bdr but not essential. Have old and very well behaved dog. Open to house/animal sitting in or around Arrowtown. Please phone Lea 021 0245 1381 office let Office space available now in central Arrowtown. Phone Hayley 021 0287 8638 6

situations vacant Postmasters – have full-time vacancies with an immediate start Applicants must hold a valid work visa. KITCHEN HAND – We are looking for someone who is efficient and reliable with a positive attitude. Tasks include washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen and basic food prep. Some experience is preferable but full training is provided. DUTY MANAGER – Experienced all rounder who can lead by example. Customer service focused and with an ability to stay calm and work efficiently under pressure. Strong Barista/bar skills and wine knowledge are a must. FRONT OF HOUSE – We are looking for someone who is outgoing, friendly, with a positive attitude and who loves being part of a team. Passionate about the hospitality industry and giving customers a wonderful experience! If not living in Arrowtown, own transport is essential. Apply to Sam at: info@ postmasters.co.nz wanted Experienced and reliable cleaner available for private homes in Arrowtown and beyond.

Call Roy for details 027 451 67395

public notices The Amazing Arrowtown Egg Hunt 2020 It's back once again, this Easter Sunday.

We are currently looking for business sponsors of the egg markers, get in touch and support this great community event.

Contact: melissa.hinves@gmail.com Notice of AGM – Arrowtown Returned and Services Association. When – Wednesday 25th March 2020. Time – 7 pm. Where – Arrowtown Bowling Club.

FREE to place classifieds, email details to: thelooparrowtown@gmail.com

record season for swimming On Sunday 15 March the Arrowtown Memorial Pool will close its gates after what was its longest ever season, thanks to the gas water heating installed in September last year. With Alpine Aqualand closed for maintenance, the pool was also busier than ever.

Last Friday Arrowtown Swimming Club celebrated the end of another fantastic season. Club president Deborah McLeod says the water temperature – a balmy 28°C – drew a record number of registrations and membership had to be capped at 85 children.

‘We had everything from complete beginners to superstars who swam 1500 m in the distance trials.

Each and every child improved their strokes and their speeds, improving on their personal bests on each ribbon night.’

Most Improved Beginner

Chole Hill

Most Dedicated Beginner Most Improved Most Improved Floater For High Achievement Most Dedicated Floater Most Improved Junior Most Dedicated Junior Most Dedicated Junior Diligence Award Merit Award Merit Award Merit Award Most Improved Intermediate Most Dedicated Intermediate Most Improved Intermediate Diligence Award Most Deserving Swimmer Clear Family Cup for A Great Effort Most Improved Senior Most Dedicated Senior Freestyle Cup Breaststroke Cup Butterfly Cup

Malaki Sefo Andie Clarke Willow Penetioto Liam Brooks Oswald Smith Max Kidd Milly Tate Teana Panapa Emily Woodford George Monk Jessica Hutton Remeo Penetio Samual Duff Indie Simpson Arlo Richens Lukas Delport Elle Te Paa

Craigroy Cup for Backstroke

Lilya Smith

Kobus Delport Theo Matulino Jess Mcleod Nino Matulino Carter Sansen Seth Richens

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museum on shaky ground We’re lucky to have in Arrowtown one of the country’s leading small museums. The Lakes District Museum has served both visitors and the local community for 72 years but today it is facing a crisis.

Over the decades the museum has become much more than a collection of dusty artefacts. It’s an archive of documents and oral history, it owns and runs the Arrowtown post office, it has a busy education programme. It’s a visitor centre, an art gallery and a place the community can come together.

The problem is that the 1875 BNZ building, which houses much of the collection, needs major work to make sure it can survive a big earthquake. Seismic strengthening doesn’t come cheap and the museum must raise $3.5 million to make the necessary alterations, including interior steel and concrete and a new structural mid-floor.

Along the way, the façade of the bank building will be returned to the original R A Lawson design, including reinstating the parapet.

And the museum displays will be restored and some upgraded.

As a registered charity, the museum relies on income from admissions, retail sales, grants, donations and bequests, and the work of volunteers, to function.

That’s why they need your help to carry on.

Have you ever enjoyed exploring the museum or wandering the art gallery, been to museum events, had your kids visit with school or attend holiday programmes, or used the post office? Please consider making a donation at the museum’s fundraising page on givealittle.co.nz. Just search for Lakes District Museum.

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upcoming events

march – april

march

6– 5 April until 12 Apr

Arrowtown Farmers Market

COOTS

Lakes District Museum Gallery

Every Sunday

Library Green

12–16

Antique and Collectables Fair

10 am–5 pm Free

14–15

Macpac Motatapu

www.motatapu.com

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Classical Russian violin music and Tolstoy readings

Central Otago Outside the Square

Sydney Art Quartet: Words are Weapons Turn Up the Music

10 am–2 pm

Athenaeum Hall Wilcox Green

Thomas Brown Gallery Tickets $74.75 5 pm eventfinda.co.nz

Athenaeum Hall Tickets $10.25 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm

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Rozzie and The Orchestra

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Cellos Meet Voice

Athenaeum Hall 6 pm Tickets $58 eventfinda.co.nz

Wakatipu Reforestation Trust

Whitechapel Rd, Arrow Junction

eventfinda.co.nz

april

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Whitechapel Planting Day

Wakatipu Reforestation Trust

Arrowtown 10 am – 2 pm Arrowtown arrowtownautumnfestival.co.nz Bushcreek Rd

Wakatipu Reforestation Trust

Lake Hayes Pavilion

The Amazing Arrowtown Egg Hunt

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to sponsor an egg email melissa.hinves@gmail.com

16–20

Arrowtown Autumn Festival

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Bush Creek Planting Day

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9 am–12 pm @wrtqt.org.nz on FB

Lake Hayes Planting Day

9 am–12 pm @wrtqt.org.nz on FB 9 am–12 pm @wrtqt.org.nz on FB

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your flop-free recipe clams in thai coconut sauce

1 Tbsp coconut oil 1 cup red onion, finely diced 3 Tbsp lemongrass, finely sliced 3 tsp grated fresh ginger 2 tsp crushed garlic 2 red chillies, thinly sliced 2 Kaffir lime leaves, sliced 1 can coconut milk 1 cup chicken stock 1 Tbsp brown sugar 1 Tbsp fish sauce 1 kg clams, scrubbed

first day of school Lewis Coutts

Started Arrowtown School on Monday 2 February.

He joins four cousins (another two just moved to High School) and has two sisters at the school ….so he’s right at home!

Has your child had their first day at school or do you have a new baby?

FREE to place, just email a photo, dates with full name and a short message thelooparrowtown@gmail.com

lime and rice noodles for serving ¼ cup fresh coriander, roughly chopped ¼ cup basil leaves, roughly torn

In a wok heat the coconut oil and then add the onion, cooking until translucent and fragrant.

Add the lemongrass, ginger, garlic, chilli and lime leaves and continue to cook for another couple of minutes. Add the coconut milk, chicken stock, sugar and fish sauce. Bring to the a rolling boil.

Add the clams and cover with a lid. Cook for about 5 minutes or until all of the clams have opened. Discard any clams that have not opened.

Cook noodles according to instructions. Add the noodles to the broth along with the herbs. Serve in bowls with limes for squeezing.

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local of the month This month’s winners are Janey Hunt (9) and Jade Cummins (10), nominated by Janey’s aunt Kate Thompson. ‘They offered to come and do jobs for me as I have a broken ankle, unprompted by their parents! Once they had finished looking after me they then went on a mission to collect rubbish from the surrounding area and filled my wheelie bin with litter. They set a great example for other locals, young and old.’

$50

voucher

to nominate someone email thelooparrowtown@gmail.com telling us why

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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 The Fork & Tap 51 Buckingham St 03 442 1860 Unwind 4/14 Buckingham St 03 442 0227 child care Arrowtown Preschool Cotter Ave & Durham St 03 442 1416 clothing and textile Arrow Alterations arrowalteration@gmail.com 022 432 0132 computer services Remarkable Nerds 9a Helms Court 027 5823 123 electrician Grant Smith (small jobs specialist) 10 Suffolk Street 021 143 4746 hairdressers D’OR Hair Stylists Royal Oak Complex, Shop 14 Arrow Lane 03 442 1890 health & beauty ArrowPilates | Classical Studio 22b Daveys Place 027 450 5695 Back on Track Physiotherapy 57 Buckingham St 03 442 6616 Beauty Basics 16 Cornwall Street 022 091 2461 Queenstown Physiotherapy Arrowtown Medical Centre Berkshire Street 03 441 0580 Unichem Arrowtown Pharmacy 20 Buckingham St 03 442 0975 mechanic Arrowtown Garage 28 Wiltshire St 03 442 0807 painter Arrowtown Painter Decorator Arrowtown 027 284 1038 12

plumber 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

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 Russell Heckler

03 442 0204 Mr A. MacDonald

03 409 8102 Tracey McLaren 027 221 8196 Richard Newman 027 497 0138 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 Remarkables Line Dance Group Beginner–intermediate levels.Weds12.30–2pm $10 at the Pavilion, Lake Hayes. 021 0284 0681 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 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:Lorraine DonaldMacnamara(President) 021 111 2270 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 arrowtown@group.scouts.nz 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

Arrowtown Swim Club Training Mon nights only till Dec, then Mon/ Tues training & Fri ribbon night/BBQ till March.

Block training week in Jan. $30 child & $50 family, arrowtownswimclub@gmail.com or facebook /arrowtownswimmingclub 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 Tuesday 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.

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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