The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 202

EE FR your local event guide & directory 17 December 2020

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GARDEN BAR MUSIC SESSIONS DECEMBER 4–7pm

Saturday 19th | Pol & John – great local duo Sunday 20th | QFO – Queenstown Funk Orchestra

JANUARY 4–7pm

Saturday 2nd | Amiria Grenell – song writer w great harmonies Sunday 3rd | Monty Bevins – Loop petal/soul/funk Saturday 9th | Loop petal/reggae/groove Sunday 10th | Saelyn – acoustic soul/roots/blues

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

KERASTASE TRAVEL PACKS Now available in 7 different ranges while stocks last $55 Available at D’or while stocks last 03 442 1890 d-or@xtra.co.nz

It’s summer so enjoy a pre-movie G&T on our fabulous new Balcony Bar Follow us on FACEBOOK for special offers dorothybrowns.com

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museum fun Exploring, creating, building, imagining, learning, having fun!! Want your kids to spend a couple of hours in a fun, interesting and educational way during the holidays? They can dress up and take a trip back in time, they can get their hands dirty being creative, they can experience the world around them. Remember, to do is to learn.

There’s something to pique the curiosity of every child. Find the link on the Lakes District Museum website–museum queenstown.com for more info, or pop in for a programme.

the show will go on With thanks to the Central Lakes Trust (CLT), QLDC events fund, Arrowtown Lifestyle Retirement Village and all our other wonderful sponsors, the 106th Lake County A&P Show will take place at Lake Hayes on Saturday 9th January 2021.

It is going to be a great day out and for this year only, entry will be free.

Community is at the heart of the Show and as we have all seen over the past few months, it is also at the heart of the Wakatipu. So, with this in mind we want to recognize all the people who worked tirelessly during the lockdown and continue to support our amazing community.

On display at the Show, you will see hand shearing and the best selection of fleeces from our local farms and stations. As always there will be the Best Pet Lamb in the pet section, and this year we are introducing a Best Pet Goat class as well.

We have four horse and pony rings and also this year our Working Hunter is back, so there is going to be lots happening in our show ring.

The Pavilion is always a riot of colour with so many competition entries. We have the usual classes plus, home distilled gin, gingerbread farm animals for the kids and make a garden sculpture, for all the family.

There will be a variety of local trade and market stalls, so be sure to come and support them, all the while having a fun day out with the family.

Help us bring the community together - it is going to be another fabulous show!

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arrowtown village association news doggy manners do matter in arrowtown

With summer underway and more opportunities to walk our four-legged family members, the AVA thought it was timely to remind dog-owners to school up on local rules and regulations, as well as being mindful of other people when out with your dog.

• If your dog is off-leash, please make sure you have it under voice control at all times, in consideration of other track users and general public.

• Refer to the section on Animal Control on the QLDC Website (qldc.govt.nz), for an interactive map on where you can walk your dog and also where it must be on a lead.

• Please dispose of bagged droppings correctly. If there is no bin, take them with you.

• If you lose your dog, or find one, a good start is to post the details on the Arrowtown Community Facebook group and phone QLDC's animal control team. It's also worth trying Remarkable Vets, as people sometimes drop found animals there.

• AVA recommends that you check out www.lawa.org. nz/swim regularly for the swimming status of Lake Hayes, remembering that what is good/bad for you, could also be good/bad for your dog.

Finally, the AVA committee wish all Arrowtown residents a safe and happy Christmas and New Year. Thanks for your support this year. Check out our website arrowtownvillage.nz for local issues and information, also remember to follow our Facebook page for the latest news. Here’s hoping for a continuing COVID-free 2021! web arrowtownvillage.nz email chairperson@arrowtownvillage.nz FB @arrowtownvillage 4

THIS SUMMER AT

Cellar Door - Wine Tasting 11am to 6pm

Gourmet Deli 10am to 5pm

Outside Summer Sessions

with Food Truck, Wine, Beers and Cocktails

11.30am to 6.30pm

The Woolshed, 1 Bendemeer Lane, Lake Hayes - 03 441 8383 - cellardoor@wetjacket.co.nz 5

classifieds ARROWYOGA $10. 12 Centennial Avenue (room by tennis court) More info fb page: arrowyoga Electrician – Need a trusted local electrician? Call Grant 021 143 4746.

Small jobs preferred. No mileage charge for first visit (Arrowtown only).

Premier Stopping – Local & reliable Quality Gib stopping at competitive prices. Free quotes & advice. Contact Dave Thompson 021 115 3632 Pilates Mat Class All levels welcome.

Mondays 7-8 pm at Arrowtown Rugby Club Rooms $10 please bring your own mat. Any questions please call Sam 021 156 0508 for sale Diamond Back 43cm trail bike. Inc helmet, pump and gel seat. Little use excellent condition. Great gift for Xmas. $250. Ph 021 242 9007 – Arrowtown

public notices Better By Bike wants the local kids to have a safe bike to ride for the Christmas holidays. KIDS - bring your freshly washed bike down to the crew at Dudley's Cottage for a FREE SERVICE before Christmas.

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breathe easy over winter Buy and stack your firewood now to burn dry and easily over winter. Stacking firewood during summer ensures it will have time to dry out before winter, meaning less air pollution from home heating.

There are approximately 984 households in Arrowtown and 95% of the air pollution during winter is from home heating.

During winter, Arrowtown often has poor air quality largely because of where it lies and the climate we have during those winter months..

Throughout the evenings, cold air flows down from the hills and gathers in and around Arrowtown, increasing the effects of the inversion layer.

In the winter when air temperatures and wind speeds are lowest, and as more people heat their homes during colder weather, the still conditions mean that there is no wind to disperse the air pollutants.

It is an issue that affects us all and one we must try and live with. So, as well as being better for the environment, dry wood will burn more efficiently, allowing people to get more out of their wood burner and creating a better, safer environment for everyone. www.lawa.org.nz

Arrowtown Property Management has unmatched experience of the local market and for over 40 years have been managing and renting properties in the Arrowtown area.

Happy Festive Season & Safe Holidays! from the team at Arrowtown Property Management

Due to high demand we require more properties for our qualified tenants.

Give us a call, or pop in to our office next to the Arrowtown Medical Centre.

Ray White Arrowtown Property Management Arrow Lane, Arrowtown Phone 03 442 1275 rwarrowtown.co.nz

Newman Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

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a christmas just for us We will never forget 2020, what a year. As a community we have concerned ourselves with what is local like never before.

It is now surely time to reflect on how lucky we are in our small piece of paradise that is Arrowtown, most Beautiful Small Town winner 2020.

Everything you need is right here and with all our support, the wonderful businesses and retailers of Arrowtown will enjoy a special Christmas after an incredibly stressful and difficult year. angels May you be surrounded by angels this Christmas!

Come see our wide range of angelic gifts.

For lots of other gift ideas visit our Facebook page – rainbowdoorwaysAT. Rainbow Doorways, Coachman’s Hall. 03 442 1910

sterling silver earrings A great selection of Sterling Silver earrings, new styles arriving soon. Pop into the store to check the great range. Great stocking fillers. Price ranging from $25.

The Old Smithy, 44a Buckingham St. 03 442 1906 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 get christmas sorted The Arrowtown Post Office has a great range of Secret Santa ideas, stocking fillers and gifts for all the family this Christmas. Support local, one stop shop, buy, wrap, post at the post office!

Arrowtown Post Office, 52 Buckingham Street.

03 442 1885 fudge Need help with stocking fillers this year? Visit our shop in Arrowtown for delicious fudge, imported lollies and lovely little toys! Just mention The Loop on your sweet shopping spree to receive a 10% discount.The Remarkable Sweet Shop, 27 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown. 03 442 1374 www.remarkablesweetshop.co.nz 8

nomad tibetan lambskin cushion covers These are made from specially selected skins from the great heights of the Himalayas to the vast Eurasian steppes. Tibetan lambskins cushions are silky soft, light and luxurious – an essential addition to any superior interior space. 21 Buckingham.

03 442 1947 www.nzshopping.com handcreams, lotions, fragrances Visit the team at Arrowtown Pharmacy for a wide selection of Christmas gifts for all the family, and free wrapping.

Arrowtown Pharmacy, 20 Buckingham Street.

03 442 0975 TEKAPO OTAGO

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reflextions of new zealand Inspired by New Zealand's natural beauty, our Murano glass captures Aotearoa's favourite places and symbolises the virtues that empower us. From $59, plus 10% off for locals at The Jade & Opal Factory, 30 Buckingham Street. 03 442 1654

ARROWTOWN’S NEWEST EATERY BREAKFAST - LUNCH - AFTERNOON GRAZING - SUNSET SUPPER SPECIALISING IN LOCALLY SOURCED FRESH FOOD, BEER AND WINE. GARDEN SEATING ADJACENT TO THE ARROW RIVER RESERVE. THE PERFECT PLACE TO TAKE IN THE BEAUTY OF ARROWTOWN OVER COFFEE, BEER, WINE, COCKTAILS AND FABULOUS FOOD Open from 8am - 8pm | www.thedishery.co.nz Dudley’s Cottage Precinct - 4 Buckingham Street, Arrowown

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arrowtown business news Photography Competition 2021 Opens Soon The Arrowtown Photography Competition is on again with exciting categories featuring photos of Arrowtown, and new sections. Entries open 1 January. Sections include: • Architecture • Arrowtown Seasons • Historical • Landscapes • Macro • Nature • Nightscapes • People • Sport and Recreation • Junior - open subject choice.(Junior section thank you all under 15 years). You can see the Thank you to all Arrowtown Terms and Conditions and enter locals for your support through online on www.arrowtown.com or this incredibly challenging year email info@arrowtown for more info. for us all. Without you the Loop There are over $1500 in prizes. could not have survived.

Sue Patterson – Manager APBA This year we marked our 200th edition, with a special fold out wall planner of Arrowtown events. As part of this special edition many of our local businesses helped with A big thank you to, Graham Brimsley, Slithy Toves, Sahara BreeZe, Rosie's Plate, Dorothy Browns, D'Or, Remarkable Sweet Shop and The Jade Factory for supplying some amazing prizes to give away.

Gift Boxes For All Occasions The winner of the 200th edition Here to help make your gifting prize pack was Jill Newton. experience easier!

Nelly Dupuy won the QLDC HOLIDAY HOMES | ANNIVERSARY season pass for the Arrowtown BIRTHDAY | WEDDING swimming pool.

CORPORATE EVENT Merry Christmas and a Happy Enquire for some customised options New Year!

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let’s help let’sforgotten eat! gone but not – lex perkins Lex was a fantastic community man. He had been a huge contributor to the Bluff community before running motels in Queenstown and then retiring to Arrowtown. It was hardly a retirement! He never sat still. As well as being the Arrowtown Ward councillor from 2010 to 2015, he served on the Village Association, the Autumn Festival Committee and the Planning Advisory Group. He was a hands on councillor and volunteer. He shifted chairs during festival events, pulled weeds, swept streets and mucked in where needed. He was a people person who loved a chat and had a great sense of humour. He relished his daily walk up Tobin’s track. One of his great legacies is the community housing units in Suffolk St which he strongly supported.

We are grateful that this generous man had several years of genuine retirement and travelled around New Zealand in his campervan with his wife Wendy.

His recent passing is a loss to the Arrowtown community and all who knew him. We will remember the twinkle in his eye and his constant whistling.

– David Clarke and Scott Stevens – Two former Arrowtown councillors

Old Southern Sky Sierra Roberts

Dec 14 - Jan 24

PET SITTING Thinking of heading away for a break now we’re in Level One....

We have wonderful sitters ready to look after your pets and home... and help you enjoy our new found freedom!

Happy pets stay at home!

Contact us if you require further info on our services or check out www.townandcountryhomesit.co.nz for pricing...Sharon – 021 858 947 12

Astor Bristed Gallery 10 - 3, Monday - Sunday 41 BUCKINGHAM STREET, COACHMANS HALL, ARROWTOWN ABOVE THE NIGHT 'N' DAY

upcoming events

december – january

december

Astor Bristed Gallery

14– 24 Jan

Old Southern Sky

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Lake Hayes Tri

10 am – 3 pm Lake Hayes Showground 10 am

Lake Hayes A&P Show

Lake Hayes Showgrounds Gates Open 7 am, FREE Entry

Gibbston Valley Winery Summer Concert

Gibbston Valley Winery 9.45 am–6.15 pm

Above Night n Day Coachmans Hall

www.activeqt.co.nz

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www.lakehayesshow.com

www.eventfinda.co.nz

020 4016 1780 | 03 395 9999 www.arrowtowntaxis.co.nz We are a small, independent, taxi company offering competitive rates to assist your taxi requirements around the beautiful Wakatipu Basin.

Our eco-friendly vehicles and professional drivers are at your service 7 days a week. We can provide safe, comfortable, and reliable service around Arrowtown. We can do pickups and drop offs to and from airport.

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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 brick and block layer Brickworx Ltd www.brickie.co.nz 027 233 9740 child care Arrowtown Preschool Cotter Ave & Durham St 03 442 1416 cleaning services Slithy Toves slithytoves33@gmail.com 021 079 6233 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 | Beauty Therapy 16 Cornwall Street 022 091 2461 Unichem Arrowtown Pharmacy 20 Buckingham St 03 442 0975 mechanic Arrowtown Garage 28 Wiltshire St 03 442 0807 14

painter Arrowtown Painter Decorator Arrowtown 027 284 1038 plumber Queenstown Plumbing & Gas Ltd PO Box 250, Arrowtown 03 441 8071 retail Black Box QT – Online Gift Box Company

021 135 8340 The Jade & Opal Factory 30 Buckingham St 03 442 1654 real estate Harcourts Arrowtown 027 489 5294 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 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

Arrowtown Library

03 442 1607

Club days–every Weds&Sat(men) / Tue(9 holes) &Thurs(ladies). Ph the golf shop for more info.

Hours: Mon–Fri 10 am–5 pm. Sat 10.30– 12.30 pm. Storytime for Toddlers Weds 11.30 am–12 pm during School Term Time.

Arrowtown Scouts

Want to know more about the Arrowtown Scout group? We are catering for Boys and Girls aged 6-17 years. For more info email: arrowtown@group.scouts.nz

Arrowtown Swim Club Mon/Tues training & Fri ribbon night/BBQ till 5 March. Block training week 25–28 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 & enhance the unique character of our town.

Visit arrowtownvillage.nz to learn more.

Dorothy Browns Bookclub

03 442 1964

LCF fun languages

03 442 0075

Meet the first Tuesday of each month at 10.30 am at the cinema. Newcomers welcome.

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 www.lcfclubs.co.nz Petanque Sundays 3 pm, Library Green. All welcome!

Plunket

0800 933 922

Little fingers craft/activity playgroup, Mondays 10–12 pm. Gold coin donation.

Remarkable Mothers group, 2nd & 4th Tuedays of the month, from 11 am. All welcome. For all current information, LIKE the Arrowtown Plunket Facebook page.

Remarkables Line Dance Group Beginner–intermediate levels.

Weds 12.30–2 pm $10 at the Pavilion, Lake Hayes. 021 0284 0681

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

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. Everyone welcome to call in & meet us. For further information contact Denise Heckler 03 442 0204.

FREE to place local club information, email details to thelooparrowtown@gmail.com

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ARROWTOWN PRESCHOOL

would like to thank the following generous local businesses without whom our 2020 Quiz Night Series would not have been the success it was!

Emily O'Leary Wedding Celebrant

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MERI KIRIHIMETE MERRY CHRISTMAS ARROWTOWN!

Are you thinking of selling?

Call one of our experienced, local sales consultants, who will assist you through the selling process and give you the updated information on what’s happening now, in the Arrowtown property market 03 442 1616 Newman Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

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