The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 230

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the back of beyond

Witness the coming together of two kindred musical explorers. Craig Denham on Accordion, Keys, whistles, foot percussion and vocals and multiinstrumentalist Nathan Torvik on whatever he decides to play on the day!

With a huge range of styles and influences to draw on from various folk and world musics to blues, reggae, jazz flavours and improvised soundscapes, expect a night of lush musical richness tinged with humour and not taking oneself too seriously.

The Back of Beyond Summer South Island

Tour on Friday 24 February

7.30 – 10pm @ Athenaeum Hall. Tickets $20 at eventfinda.co.nz

nikau harp trio

Named after the magnificent carved palm on Helen's harp with its golden huia bird on the soundboard, Nikau Harp Trio bring to life the glittering magical world of harp with strings. Nikau’s program opens with joyful Baroque trio by George Frideric Handel, to the world of French romance by the little known woman composer and harpist Henriette Renié, followed by her compatriot Jaques Ibert and his sparkling witty Trio, written in 1943. Pop your effervescent drink of choice for the second half, and enjoy Mozart’s Blue Rondo, Fandangos & Swing by Cole Porter, Gershwin et al, the hypnotic haze of Irons’ Dreamland, Nikau’s own arrangement of Debussy’s timeless Clair de Lune, to arrive at pulsating Tango of Piazzolla’s Argentina. Dancers welcome!

With nature featuring strongly in this ensemble's ethos, the trio are delighted to include Korimako Bells, written for them by NZ film composer Mark Smythe, inspired by the call of the Bellbird. The trio also are passionate about the Abel Tasman's Birdsong Trust, which aims to return the sound of native birdcalls to the forests and beaches of this national park.

Nikau is a trio of outstanding musicians - Helen Webby, Cathy Irons and Paul Mitchell; with extensive NZ and international experience. Webby and Irons successfully toured South Island as a duo in 2021 with many requests to return, and are delighted to invite Mitchell to join them on tour this year, to create Nikau Harp Trio.

From a dazzling display of virtuosity to the gentle lilt of a lullaby, from the energetic burst of passion to quiet contemplation, the cascading sound of Nikau Harp Trio will captivate and leave you breathless.

Sunday 26 February, 4 pm, Athenaeum Hall.

Tickets $20 Adult; $10 Children @eventbrite.co.nz

arrowtown village association news

Buzzing Buckingham Street

Arrowtown has been buzzing with activity this summer with cars, campers, cyclists, busses, bikes and pedestrians navigating their way to, from and through our historic village. The return of visitors in large numbers has reignited a number of practical discussions from before the pandemic. Potential changes and upgrades to Buckingham Street ranked as 5th priority in our recent community survey with 37.5% selecting it as an important topic.

The question is always asked, “Will Buckingham St. ever be fully pedestrianised?” The consensus is that “shared-use” is the goal, an urban design approach similar to outside Eichardt’s Hotel and the Beach Street upgrades in Queenstown. No plans are in place to change current streetscape but speed limits are 30kph and drivers are encouraged to be courteous and patient with pedestrians. With funding secured for the restoration of Butlers Wall, there will likely be disruption to Dudley’s Precinct access with works currently planned for Q3 2023. There are ongoing discussions regarding the potential for a longer term one-way system down to Dudley’s and exiting Ramshaw Lane Car Park, minimising traffic movements over the wall, ensuring it’s long-term protection.

Arrowtown is working to live up to its 2020

status as

New Zealand’s Most Beautiful Small Town. Thanks to the APBA, the Night n Day and Athenaeum Hall rubbish bins will be relocated to more discreet but accessible locations and Spark will be rejuvenating our historic phone booths on Buckingham & Library Greens. Finally, you may have noticed a recent makeover of our flower boxes throughout Arrowtown, courtesy of ex-committee member, Jean Britton, who maintains these beautifully on behalf of our community.

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A M Equestrian has spaces available for children’s, adults and therapeutic riding lessons. For more info visit www.amequestrian.co.nz

Premier Stopping – Local & reliable Quality Gib stopping at competitive prices. Free quotes & advice. Contact Dave Thompson 021 115 3632

situations vacant

Arrowtown Four Square – DUTY MANAGER Full time mainly afternoon/ evenings. Come work in our busy little supermarket in Arrowtown with great customers. You will need a current Duty Managers Certificate or LCQ experience and the ability to get the Duty Managers certificate. A team player & customer focussed. Punctual, reliable and honest. Passionate about delivering excellent customer service. Taking responsibility for supervising evening shifts and organising resources to ensure that store presentation standards are met and exceeded. Please email your resume to Amanda Colmore-Williams at Amanda.ColmoreWilliams@foursquare-si.co.nz

The Gold Nugget – RETAIL ASSISTANT For a large busy gift and souvenir shop in Arrowtown. You must have great customer service, a fantastic work ethic and can work weekends. Please Ph Lara 027 480 8804 or email thegoldnuggetarrowtown@gmail.com

Half day and longer day places for babies and children 12 months to 5 years Innovative NOW OPEN 47 WEEKS OF THE YEAR

programmes including popular weekly nature-based programmes for 3 to 5 year-olds

teaching staff

community garage sale

Clear out your garage before winter for a great cause, with 100% of all garage sale proceeds to the Arrowtown Volunteer Fire Brigade to fit out their new First Responder 4x4 vehicle with life saving equipment.

Want to Host a Garage Sale at your place? Contact Tyla.gardiner@nzsir.com or call Tyla on 021

Arrowtown Garage Sale. Pick up your map from the Sothebys Arrowtown bargain at one of over a dozen garage sales...everything from vintage pre

A day for all ages, families and friends to come together and enhance the biodiversity of the Arrowtown area by planting native Beech, Ribbonwood, and Totara up on the Sawpit Gully Track. Kid friendly planting with all the holes being pre-dug.

SUNDAY 2ND APRIL

From 9am at the Chinese Village, Arrowtown

ARTS ON TOUR NEW ZEALAND PRESENTS

by

Sam Potter

Performed by CASSANDRA WOODHOUSE

Directed by JENNIFER WARD-LEALAND

“Gripping… a memorable and moving look at nature and nurture and what family really means” - The Times

Being a young mum is supposed to be hard - but for Hanna, the only thing she's ever been brilliant at is raising her beloved daughter, Ellie. But then a DNA test reveals staggering news: Ellie is not Hanna’s child - and now her ‘real’ parents want to meet.

Is Hanna obliged to let these strangers into her daughter's life? And how do you explain a mix-up in an overstretched maternity ward to a three-year old? Forced to question what being a parent really means, she makes a drastic decision that will change all their lives.

Sam Potter's funny, heartfelt and compelling one-woman play, Hanna delicately weaves in questions of racial identity, economic privilege, and the lottery of birth - and asks: what does “family” actually mean in today's society?

Hanna is @ Athenaeum Hall, Wednesday 15 March 7.30–9.15 pm.

Tickets $30 from eventfinda.co.nz.

Jennifer Ward-Lealand directs Cassandra Woodhouse in the acclaimed one woman play, Hanna, by Sam Potter.

hanna

Arrowtown Photography Competition

The Arrowtown Photography Competition is on again. We are seeking photographs of Arrowtown to support us in marketing our “Most Beautiful Small Town” to NZ and the rest of the world.

The Arrowtown Photography Competition is on again. We are seeking photographs of Arrowtown to support us in marketing our “Most Beautiful Small Town” to NZ and the rest of the world.

The Arrowtown Photography Competition is on again. We are seeking photographs of Arrowtown to support us in marketing our “Most Beautiful Small Town” to NZ and the rest of the world.

Six exciting categories:

Six exciting categories:

Six exciting categories:

• History

• History

• History

• Seasons

• Seasons

• Seasons

• Landscapes

• Landscapes

• Landscapes

• Nightscapes

• Nightscapes

• Nightscapes

• Outdoor Recreation

• Outdoor Recreation

• Outdoor Recreation

• Youth (15 years or under)

• Youth (15 years or under)

• Youth (15 years or under)

The Grand Prize for the best photo overall is The Jade and Opal Factory trophy, with cash prizes for category winners.

The Grand Prize for the best photo overall is The Jade and Opal Factory trophy, with cash prizes for category winners.

The Grand Prize for the best photo overall is The Jade and Opal Factory trophy, with cash prizes for category winners.

Enter online at www.arrowtown.com.

Enter online at www.arrowtown.com.

Enter online at www.arrowtown.com.

Amateur entries only.

Amateur entries only.

Amateur entries only.

Entries open 25th January 2023

Entries open 25th January 2023

Entries open 25th January 2023

Entries close 21st March 2023

Entries close 21st March 2023

Entries close 21st March 2023

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Photo by Henric Matthiesen

Day 1 we had our Mihi Maioha to welcome new students and families. The purpose of the Mihi Maioha is to welcome new staff, students and whānau onto our school. The current students welcomed all new families with a haka, and then our principal, Chris Bryant, shared a few words of welcome. All students then sung the waiata tautokoour school song - in support. The Mihi Maioha finished with the staff greeting each new family member and student.

Contact Clint Sanson

on 021 444 799 or email clint@chopperfirewood.co.nz

Mihi Maioha

community services

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 but each event may have a charge to cover costs. Email Hayley Delport on arrowtownbusinesswomen@gmail.com

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 027 284 8814

The Menzshed (Preston's Drive) is open daily for members. An annual fee of $25 plus $2 donation per visit allows all facilities to be used for woodworking and community projects. New members welcome. Phone 027 2848814 or 409 8688 for info.

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 17 February. Block training week 24–28 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

Meet the 1st 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 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 Tuesdays 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

Wakatipu Garden Club 027 565 0349

We meet on the 2nd Monday every month. New members welcome. For further information. Contact Heather Stirling.