The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 212

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ALTOGETHER BETTER The Arrowtown real estate team who make real estate easy and stress free

Holly, Todd & Michael The Newman Real Estate crew have jumped to blue. You can find them at their new Bayleys Office at 36 Buckingham Street or give them a call for any of your real estate needs.

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NEW SEASON BEGINS

Labour Weekend Sunday 24th October 10–2 pm on the Library Green

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live music smoked fish skincare

freshly roasted coffee bacon butties haircare and much more!

artisan goodies fresh foods local craft stalls

super shot saturday On Saturday 16th October, you can pop in and get your first or second vaccine at the Lakes Hayes Pavillion between 10 am–3 pm.

We are pulling out all the stops to increase our vaccination rates. The more people who are fully vaccinated, the more protection we have against COVID-19 and this gives us more freedom – freedom of concerns, for summer, of lockdowns and pressures and barriers to access and taking action.

Summer is just seven weeks away, get your first vaccine now to get two doses before Summer starts!

beech party An amazing day was had in conjunction with The Arrowtown Choppers planting day, with at least 120 members of the community turning out to help plant 2000 trees on the Sawpit Gully Track.

All in all, over 6,000 trees have been planted over the years. In fact, it was only 4 years ago that this area was covered in wilding pines, so these Arrowtown Choppers clearing, and planting days have certainly made a difference.

A big thankyou goes to, Trees That Count, Postmasters Cottage Cafe, Patagonia Chocolates, The Remarkable Sweet Shop, Arrowfield Apartments, Four Square Arrowtown, Arrowtown Bakery Cafe and all the other awesome local Arrowtown businesses for helping make this happen.

Over the summer months the Arrowtown Choppers meet up on Thursday nights to clear wildings from the Sawpit Gully area and anybody is encouraged and welcome to go along.

Incredible as it may seem, approximately 100 hectares of back country has been cleared of wilding pines by the Arrowtown Choppers, which has all been done during volunteered time, a great effort by all concerned.

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arrowtown village association news come and be apart of the ava

With the end of the year rapidly approaching, the AVA has planned its AGM for the 28th of October at 7:30pm. This will be held in the community rooms next to the tennis courts in the Arrowtown campground. Willy from the Queenstown Trails Trust will be speaking about all the different parts of the wider trail network that are either in progress or at the planning stage. This includes the Coronet Loop trail, the planned trail from Arrowtown through towards Arthur’s Point in parallel with Malaghan’s Road, and the future links to newer trails in Central Otago. We will also update people on the councillor ward determination for Arrowtown and the formation of the Community Response Group as a separate entity to the AVA. As part of the AGM, the AVA is always looking to ensure good representation of the wider community. If

you or anyone you know is interested in joining the committee, please get in touch. All the details are on the AVA website, or you can email chairperson@ arrowtownvillage.nz. The AVA is active in several areas including environment projects around clean air and weed control/replanting, community projects, and communicating with council over a range of relevant issues to Arrowtown. No previous experience is needed, and people are encouraged to put their names forward to join the committee. We meet once a month on the 4th Thursday evening.

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how to trap a tiny tale and tame it!

Are you a young writer in Central Otago with a big imagination? Are you ready to turn your ideas into stories and learn more about being a writer?

Join writer and teacher, Heather McQuillan, as we trap tiny tales and learn ways to tame them. We will start with the essentials of a story, trap some on the page and discover ways to make them behave. Please bring: something to write on and with, your imagination, and a net (net optional) Heather McQuillan is an internationally recognised writer of flash fiction, a three-time Storylines Notable Books Award winner for her middle grade fiction, and has just completed six months as the University of Otago College of Education/ Creative New Zealand Children's Writer in Residence. For many years, Heather was a classroom teacher and deputy principal. She is now the director of Write On School for Young Writers in Christchurch and works with hundreds of young writers every year. She has a Masters of Creative Writing with distinction from Massey University.

Heather's most recent books are Where Oceans Meet and other stories (Reflex Press UK, 2019) and Avis and the Promise of Dragons (The Cuba Press, Your local law firm, NZ, 2019) wherever you are Workshop is on Sunday 31 October 2021, 10 am – 1 pm at Arrowtown School. Tickets $23 Practical, strategic and on at eventfinda.co.nz. your side. We'll put our expertise to work for you.

This workshop is suitable for enthusiastic writers in Years 5 4 Buckingham Street, and 6.

Arrowtown Funding may be available.

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classifieds 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 Rare Carparks available in private lot at bottom of Berkshire St. $50 +gst a week.

Call/text 021 153 7955

situations vacant Arrowtown Post Office – Due to changing circumstances, the Arrowtown Post Office (run by the Lakes District Museum) requires a part-time staff member. The position is between 12-20 hours per week.

We are looking for someone who: • is a team player • a quick learner • prepared to work flexible hours • experienced with cash handling • a local or has great local knowledge • has a great sense of humour!

A job description is available at the Post office. Please email or leave your CV and a cover letter with Jane Douglas. Applications close Sunday 17th October 2021.

Arrowtown Post Office, 52 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown 9302. Ph: 03 442 1885 postoffice@museumqueenstown.com Fork & Tap – FULL TIME FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF/KITCHEN HAND/CHEF Send CV to hello@theforkandtap.co.nz 8

Dorothy Browns Cinema and Gin Bar – Iconic Dorothy Browns Cinema and Gin bar in Arrowtown is looking for a new long term staff member! The ideal candidate would have prior experience in hospitality and be able to deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment. You should be passionate about food, drinks and cocktails, reliable, flexible and calm under pressure.

If you like movies, books and gins this is your dream job! This is a varied, full-time role that includes working weekends and night shifts. A duty manager certificate is necessary so holding a current one would be an asset. Please send your cover letter and resume to dorothy@dorothybrowns. com and philippa.arch@gmail.com by Friday 22 October. Immediate start for training.

public notices Supporting Those Who Are Coping with Loss – Given all the stress, uncertainty, and loss that the district has experienced in the last year, many people are feeling strained. To help relieve this strain, please come along on Tuesday, October 26th, to a free workshop by Michael Hempseed, a mental health expert speaking about loss, grief, and how to manage this distress.

Please RSVP by October 23rd – acqt@acinv.org.nz.

@ 26 Berkshire Street MONDAYS 4.30–7.30 pm CONTACT JESSICA 021 0232 4181

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Saturday 6 November $80 a table at the Arrowtown Community Centre @ Jack Reid Park Register to: arrowtownpreschools@gmail.com

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arrowtown business news arrowtown calendars 2022 – now on sale!!

Our Arrowtown 2022 calendars have arrived and they look incredible. They make the perfect gift, especially for those not able to travel to come and see us, but keen to be reminded of the Arrowtown splendour year-round.

These are now available in store throughout Arrowtown, including the Lakes District Museum and The Post Office. Retail $20 each.

Feel free to contact info@arrowtown.com directly for bulk orders. say goodbye to single use cups(SUC)

Sustainable Queenstown Charitable Trust is delighted to partner with the APBA to bring you ‘SUCfree Arrowtown’. This is a waste minimisation project that will help support Arrowtown cafes and customers to find alternatives to single use cups (SUCs).

Unfortunately SUCs can’t be recycled and rarely can they be composted, so they end up as rubbish in landfills and even our waterways, approximately 300 million every year in NZ. So we encourage you to do the following: SIT! - Take 10 and enjoy your hot drink at the cafe BRING! - Bring your own vessel; cups, mugs, jars and keepcups are all welcome BORROW! - Borrow a cup from a cup library or loan cup schemes We’ll be out and about delivering news/ incentives/ support, but in the meantime please don’t hesitate to get in touch! Follow us on facebook @sucfreewhakatipu or send us an email to meg.r.glenn@gmail.com web arrowtown.com 10

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upcoming events

october – november

october

now till 11 Nov

Queenstown Photography Club

Wakatipu Through The Lens

Lakes District Muesum 10 am – 4 pm

Arrowtown Community Centre CANCELLED7.30 pm – Tickets TBC

Creative Quenstown & Arts On Tour present

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Austen Found

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Arrowtown Farmers Market

Library Green Every Sunday 10–2 pm

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Arrowtown Village Association AGM

Arrowtown Community Rooms (Tennis Rooms) 7.30 pm

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Southern Soul Annual Concert

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm – 10 pm

New season begins

“You Will Be Found”

Tickets $16.63 @ eventbrite.co.nz

Arrowtown Primary School TO TRAP A TINY TALE & TAME IT! 30/31 HOW Yr 7/8 1–4 pm | Yr 5/6 10–1 pm Creative writing workshop for young writers Tickets $23 @ eventfinda.co.nz

november Arrowtown Volunteer Fire Bridage

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Fireworks Display

Arrowtown PreSchool

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One Night Only – Quiz Night

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Hāngi & Kapa Haka Fundraiser

25–28

Dracula – The Bloddy Truth

Arrowtown School

A Sahara Breeze Production

Wilcox Green 8.45–9 pm – Free Arrowtown Community Centre Tickets $80 (team of 4-6)

arrowtownpreschools@gmail.com

Arrowtown School Hall – 6 pm Tickets $65(early bird) or $70 eventfinda.co.nz

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm–9.30 pm Tickets–early bird $38.88 or $44 eventfinda.co.nz

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Come and visit me at the new

Bayleys Arrowtown Office I am delighted to announce I am now working with Richard and the team at Bayleys Arrowtown! Now more than ever, it’s important to utilise an experienced agent that you can trust. If you are preparing to list your property for sale, I am here to help.

Text or email me today and I will buy you a coffee, introduce myself and chat real estate.

melanie.brewer@bayleys.co.nz Melanie Brewer 021 029 55009 ARROWTOWN REALTY PARTNERS LIMITED, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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local golf comps On Sunday the 2nd of October the Arrowtown Golf Club held the 36 Hole Lakes District Championship.

On a fine day and with a record 92 entries, the scoring was quite exceptional. The course was at it’s best for the Championship and congratulations must go to the Superintendent and his staff for the way the course was presented.

Winner of the Championship was Mathew Tautari with a winning Gross score for the 2 rounds of 131. As well as Mathew’s great scoring PGA Professional James Anstiss shot a course record of 64. This score is the new course record at Arrowtown off the new Blue Tees. results Division 1 Gross Winner Mathew Tautari – Nett Winner Brandon Hodgson Division 2 Gross Winner Joel Hasselman – Nett Winner Richard Hailwood Division 3 Gross Winner James Hogg – Nett Winner Jeff Turner

Overall, a very successful tournament enjoyed by all. Many of the prize-winners were local Arrowtown members which was great for the home club.

Also, last Thursday, the 7th, was the Wallace and Gibbs Lakes District Championship for the Ladies.

Best Nett over the Field was Anne Withington with a Nett 63. results Division 1 Gross Winner was Sumin Kang with a great round of 69.

Nett Winner Wendy Borrius Broek Nett 69 Division 2 Gross Winner June Watson Nett Winner Jan Taylor Nett 71

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Division 3 Gross Winner Anne Robertson Nett Winner Anne Withington Nett 63 13

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let’s eat! knowhelp yourlet’s local Anne Murchison has been involved with quilting and knitting most of her life. Anne’s mother was a tailoress and from an early age Anne was making her own clothes.

Anne’s journey to Arrowtown has been via Dunedin and Blenheim where she has owned both knitting and quilting shops.

In Mosgiel she opened Wool’n’Stitches in 1993, while in 2006 in Blenheim it was The Quilters Barn that Anne turned into one of the most well-known quilting shops in the country.

During this time Anne had several quilts accepted for international and national competitions. She continues to run classes for both knitting and quilting.

It was in 2012 after a visit to family in Queenstown, that Anne and her husband Tim thought of the idea of opening a Quilt Shop in Arrowtown.

In September 2012 Anne and her husband took over the lease of the old Pannikans Café building in the Coachman’s Hall. Anne remembers gutting all the fixtures and fittings in the building and finding all sorts of dead rodents under cabinets

and benches.

So it was in Labour Weekend 2012, The Stitching Post was opened for business and Anne started her new life with Arrowtown and the people of the area.

The Stitching Post is now located down the street a way in the old Harcourts building opposite the Village Green. Through the years Anne has been involved with many organisations including the APBA, of which she was a member for several years.

Now approaching retirement, Anne would like nothing better than to have time to continue knitting for charity and her 11 grandchildren scattered around New Zealand and in Adelaide in Australia.

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business directory accountants Mike Wallace–Management Services www.mgtservicesqt.co.nz 43 Homeward Bound Dr 027 616 9007 bars/cafés/resturants Arrowtown Bakery 1 Ballarat Arcade Buckingham St 03 442 1587 Postmaster Cottage Cafe 54 Buckingham St 03 442 0991 The Fork & Tap 51 Buckingham St 03 442 1860 child care Arrowtown Preschool Cotter Ave & Durham St 03 442 1416 cleaning services Slithy Toves slithytoves33@gmail.com 021 079 6233 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 Back on Track Physiotherapy 57 Buckingham St 03 442 6616 Unichem Arrowtown Pharmacy 20 Buckingham St 03 442 0975 law Aspiring Law www.aspiringlaw.co.nz 4 Buckingham Street 0800 277 529 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 16

real estate Harcourts Arrowtown Bayleys 36 Buckingham St

027 489 5294 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 phone Diane 03 409 8545

Arrowtown Business Women’s Group

Any and all local business women are welcome to register. It is free to join

local club notices 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 A local group of entertainers who love to perform and sing. Programmes include: Anzac Day, Christmas, music hall sing-along, popular variety songs from shows etc.

If interested, please contact Lorraine 021 111 2270. New members welcome.

Arrowtown Golf Club

03 442 1719

Arrowtown Library

03 442 1607

Arrowtown Menzshed

03 442 0204

Club days–every Weds & Sat(men) / Tue (9 holes) & Thurs (ladies). Phone 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.

The Menzshed is open to new members for woodworking projects for the individual and community. The shed is open Monday, Wednesday, Saturday from 10 am–1 pm Prestons Dr. Ph 03 4420204 or 03 409 8688 for information.

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 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.

Queenstown Film Society World cinema, documentaries, classic film.

Tuesdays 8 pm May to September at Dorothy Browns. www.queenstownfilmsociety.co.nz 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 McTazggart 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.

Wakatipu Garden Club 027 565 0349 We meet on the 2nd Monday every month.

New members welcome. For further information. Contact Heather Stirling.

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

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