The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 219

EE FR your local event guide & directory 14 April – 11 May 2022

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anzac service Due to Covid restrictions, this year’s Anzac service will not be held at the Atheneum Hall.

The service will be held at the Memorial on Soldiers Hill, Durham Street Arrowtown – Monday 25th April 2022 at 10.30 am.

There will be a speech from a student from Whakatipu High School Anzac Speech Competition, but the winner has yet to be decided.

Patrick Edwards, a Year 8 student from Arrowtown Primary School will be sharing a reading.

Arrowtowners may have noticed the removal of the old pine trees from Soldiers Hill. It Is hoped that with the help of volunteers this area will be replanted in the near future.

beech party The Arrowtown Choppers would like to thank all the volunteers who turned out for the third instalment of the ‘Arrowtown Beech Party’. With over 130 volunteers we managed to plant 2056 trees in three hours. This adds to the 4000 that have been planted last year, the band of Beech, Totora and Ribbonwood now stretches almost all the way up the first hill on the Sawpit Gully track (Bush Creek side). This program is committed to planting a further 10,500 trees over the next two years and with the great community support, it looks on target.

We will continue to make this part of the Arrowtown event calendar, with two planting days each year in April and October.

Also, a big thank you to the generous group sponsors who support this event, without these sponsors this couldn’t be the success it is.

In addition to this work, the Arrowtown Choppers would like to thank the Arrowtown Scout Group and Arrowtown Primary School for planting an additional 1500 trees behind the Police Hut. The Arrowtown Choppers will continue to work closely with these groups to expand on these plantings and promote the principles of Kaitiakitanga.

If you would like to be more involved or have any questions, then please message us on Facebook: @arrowtownchoppers or email us: arrowtownchoppers@gmail.com.

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arrowtown village association news your community needs you!

Our recent AVA Community Feedback survey generated 98 responses, thank you to all who contributed. We asked you to rank issues of importance to Arrowtown and “representation at the QLDC table” ranked highest with 42% considering it the most important issue and 73% placing in their top 5. The Arrowtown Borough Council was established in 1874 and was eventually absorbed by the QLDC in 1989. Following the ward review process in 2021 after 32 years with a dedicated Councillor, the Arrowtown ward was disestablished.

The new Arrowtown-Kawarau Ward will have three councillors representing the communities from Gibbston Valley to Arthurs Point and Arrowtown to Shotover Country. This is a great opportunity to be of significant influence across the wider district alongside the other larger Queenstown & Wanaka wards, each with four councillors.

To ensure the interests of Arrowtown and Kawarau communities remain at the heart of QLDC decision making,

“Continued representation at the council table is imperative in order to retain the character and heritage long established in Arrowtown” – comment from AVA Survey

the AVA strongly advocates for candidates to step forward to be considered for election to this new ward in October 2022.

The other top issues of importance highlighted in our survey, which our new councillors will be instrumental in supporting were: heritage preservation, infrastructure quality, urban development and changes to the use of Buckingham Street. If you are passionate about these matters, as well as many others and would like your voice heard, then you should consider running for election. The AVA can put you in touch with past councillors to learn more about what’s involved and the positive impact you can have on our community!

Nick Fifield – Deputy Chair, AVA

web arrowtownvillage.nz email chairperson@arrowtownvillage.nz FB @arrowtownvillage 4

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autumn art exhibition Despite the cancellation of the Arrowtown Autumn Festival, the Lakes District Museum’s Art Exhibition is still taking place.

Director David Clarke wanted to provide support for the local art community. It is also one of the biggest fundraisers of the yea for the Museum. David is very grateful to the local sponsors who continue to support this amazing exhibition.

The exhibition features work from both professional and amatuer artists.

There will be an opening night at 6pm on Thursday the 14th.

There is a donation entry fee.

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arrowtown school report We've had the Year 2 kids make Easter cards for the Easter Picnic at Home, where the elderly will be delivered treats and cards for Easter. We've learned a lot about the Easter Bunny from the kids!

The Year 7/8 kids spent last week at the Lakes District Museum, where they started their programme learning about New Zealand History.

In March and April, we welcomed the following new entrants to Arrowtown School - Estelle Percasky, Madison Lee, Rupert Rhodes, Sophie Boe, Abby Ico, Amelia Hoy and Lochie Clearwater!

Room 19, Year 5 and 6 looking at the removal of the courts.

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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

public notices ANZAC DAY REMEMBRANCE SERVICE Monday 25th April 2022 – 10.30 am.

At the Memorial on Soldiers Hill, Durham Street Arrowtown. Parade to assemble in the carpark at 10.15 am.

Due to covid restrictions, there will be no service in the hall.

situations vacant ARROWTOWN PHARMACY – We are seeking a full-time retail pharmacy assistant to join our friendly team in a busy community pharmacy. 4 Days per week including weekend work. Applicants should be flexible, have a positive attitude and be highly motivated and customer focused. Previous pharmacy and retail experience is preferred. Ongoing training will also be provided and you'll be given the opportunity to grow and further your skills. Applicants for this position should have nz residency or a valid nz work permit. Email a cv and cover letter to info@arrowtownpharmacy.co.nz PROVISIONS – HEAD CHEF – The best job for a hands on creative chef.

This role demands a highly organised and experienced chef who is interested in contemporary food. Day shifts, great wage/salary in Arrowtown’s busiest cafe. WAITER – Full or Part time.

KITCHENHAND – Part time & weekdays only. Come join our small team of hospo legends. Send CV to: info@ provisionscafe.co.nz Or come in and see us at 65 Buckingham St, Arrowtown.

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tewa banks community housing development In 2007, the Queenstown Lakes District Council recognised an issue in the lack of affordable housing and acted upon it by initiating the formation of the Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust (QLCHT). This trust is an independent, not for profit, community owned organisation. The Trust’s mission is to help committed residents of the Queenstown Lakes District into decent affordable housing with secure tenure.

The Trust has obtained a resource consent for a 68 lot subdivision in Arrowtown. The site is between Jopp St and the Arrowtown Golf Course.

QLCHT is currently working on implementing a number of amendments which will improve sustainability and energy efficiency outcomes for individual homes and the overall development. A space has been set aside in the reserve area for a tree nursery which will be owned and managed by the Arrowtown Choppers.

There are nearly 800 households on QLCHT’s waiting list so there is plenty of demand. The civil works are currently expected to commence in the Spring of this year and building construction will begin in mid-2023.

The QLCHT will be going to tender on both civil and build works in due course. Visit the QLCHT website for more details. admin@qlcht.org.nz The D’or team is excited to introduce LISA SHARP Lisa has been creating beautiful hair for more than 10 years.

She has lived in the area for about 18 months, enjoys the outdoors, spending time with family but most of all her biggest passion is creating gorgeous hair and making others feel beautiful.

Get your booking today with Lisa 03 442 1890 d-or@xtra.co.nz www.dorhair.co.nz 9

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upcoming events

april – may

april

15 – 22 May

Autumn Art Exhibition

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Arrowtown Farmer's Market

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Remembrance Service

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Lake District Museum 10 am – 4 pm

FINAL SUNDAY Anzac Day

Library Green 10 am – 2 pm At the Memorial on Soldiers Hill 10.30 am

Parade assemble in carpark10.15am

Arrowtown Bowling Club 1 pm – 7 pm

NOLEAF Fundraiser

Fun Bowls and Auction

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Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall 7:30 pm

Arts on Tour presents

Albi and the Wolves

preschool extention now open After more than four years in the planning we have much needed new sleep areas to cater for younger children and we have also extended our learning areas.

Last Friday we were excited to open our doors to our past and present families and the Board of Governance members.

Fundraising through Covid is a true testament to the generous local community, however we do still need to fundraise another $50,000 to repay the Preschool contingency fund.

Some community members have really stood out:

• Lisa Burroughs who has done an incredible job overseeing and liaising with Cook Brothers Contractors.

• Jo Goddard, Scope Interior Design. Jo donated her time putting together the interior design- it looks great!

• Tom and Tess Kelly, Welco Heating. Tom's donated contribution to our project has been immense.

• The Thursday Club

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arrowtown business news Arrowtown Photography Competition 2022, sponsored by Print Central

Arrowtown Promotion & Business Association run the annual photography competition, thanks to the support of Print Central and Arrowtown Jade and Opal Factory, who provide the trophy.

This year they were thrilled by the record number of 161 awe inspiring entries, across 6 categories (History, Landscapes, Nightscapes, Seasons, Outdoor Recreation and Youth) resulting in 29 finalists.

All finalists will be on display at the Lakes District Musuem foyer from Friday 15th April though to Sunday 19th June 2022 Alice Parminter A View To The Past Ana Sepulveda Sunday Walk Canyon Richens An Arrow Beauty Deb Owen Lake Hayes Morning Tranquility Emma Gough Goosey Goosey Gander Eva Hemingway Nothing Stops Us Henric Matthiesen The Long Wait Jo Neep Sunrise over Arrowtown Lyn Alves Cocooned in Summer Lushness Matt Rhodes Alternative Route Preferred Nina Hamilton Best Mates, Lake Hayes Jetty Rob Crawford Macetown Gold Teresa Julian Sunset Teresa Julian Snow Day Yvonne Assie Out for a Stroll

Ana Sepulveda The House in Autumn Andy Dysart Mind Your Step Chad Robinson Head in the Clouds Deb Owen Arrowtown Bench Eva Hemingway My Home Hana Vojtechovska Above the Clouds Jeremias Romero Gold Fever Jo Neep Another Day at the Office Lyn Alves The Lavender Path Nicole Mudgway Best Mates Rob Crawford Magical Macetown Shiloh Thurston River Sunset Teresa Julian Majestical Yvonne Assie Enchanted

Winners will be announced online on the Arrowtown website and facebook page on Friday 15th April. web arrowtown.com 12

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let’s eat! knowhelp yourlet’s local – THE POST OFFICE LADIES If you haven’t been into the Arrowtown Post Office then go in and say hello to Shalagh Madigan and Joan Sutton, you are sure to get a warm welcome.

Both women are long-time locals, Shalagh has lived in Arrowtown for 22 years and Joan for 37. They both holidayed in Arrowtown as children.

Shalagh recalls swimming in the Arrowtown pool which in those days didn’t have a fence between it and the bowling club.

“My brothers would annoy the bowlers by wandering over the green in their togs. I love Arrowtown and the surroundings, especially if you are the outdoorsy type.”

Joan’s fondest memories of Arrowtown are of the very first Autumn Festival, you may have seen her in the parade dressed to the nines sitting in a classic car driven by her husband Alan. No doubt she made her outfit, Joan once owned a wedding dress making business.

“The village life is magical, picnics at the Arrow River and Macetown. But what I like best is working at the Post Office and keeping in touch with all of the locals.”

As well as postal services the Post Office sells gifts and stationary.

Also for sale are Shalagh’s seeds.

“I enjoy my vegetable garden and learning about regenerative techniques and growing my collection of heritage NZ seeds. In spring I put together seeds, vegetable and flower plants as a Post Office fundraiser.”

The Post Office is owned by the Lakes District Museum and is run as a community facility. nominate a local – email thelooparrowtown@gmail.com 15

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 photography Colin Walkington www.colinwalkington.com audioman@xtra.co.nz 021 1777 894 plumber Queenstown Plumbing & Gas Ltd PO Box 250, Arrowtown 03 441 8071 retail Black Box QT – Online Gift Box Company 021 135 8340 16

The Jade & Opal Factory 30 Buckingham St real estate Harcourts Arrowtown Bayleys 36 Buckingham St

03 442 1654 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. New members welcome – coaching available – More info phone Liz 027 433 1669

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 Village Association

Every Thursday 5 pm @ Arrowtown Community Rooms. Bring your own mat.

All levels welcome.

Dorothy Browns Bookclub

03 442 1964

LCF fun languages

03 442 0075

Arrowtown Community Yoga 03 442 0515

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

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

Arrowtown Library

03 442 1607

Hours: Mon–Fri 10 am–5 pm. Sat 10 am– 2 pm. Reading to Dogs: Tues 3.30–4.30 pm, during School Term Time.

Arrowtown Menzshed

03 442 0204

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 Swim Club

Mon/Tues training & Fri ribbon night/BBQ till 4 March. Block training week 24–28 Jan. $30 child & $50 family, arrowtownswimclub@gmail. com or facebook /arrowtownswimmingclub

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.

Meet the 1st 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

Arrowtown Primary School Hall, 3rd Sunday of each month at 1.30 pm. All welcome. Free. Contact Reg McTazggart 027 656 3554, 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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