The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 237

EE FR your local event guide & directory 14 September – 11 October 2023

ARROWTOWN SUNDAY 8TH OCT

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big thanks To all our AWESOME organisations and business involved:

Trees That Count, QEII National Trust, Soho Properties, ORC EcoFund, QLDC, Postmasters Kitchen + Bar, New Zealand Trails, AVA, APBA, Utility, The Confluence, Rationale, Benje Patterson, Bayleys Arrowtown (Holly and Todd), Arrowfield Apartments, Arrowtown Bakery, Fergburger, Mountain Scene, Print Central, Patagonia Chocolates, The Fork And Tap Ale House Arrowtown, Arrowtown Wine Store, The Winery, Arrowtown Four Square, Millbrook, The Remarkable Sweet Shop, Whakatipu Tramping Group, Nomad, and Loaded. Also, we

would like to extend a BIG thanks to APT Design for the Beech Party poster design (and other design work), Dougal MacPherson for the artwork, and HeliBikeNZ for providing the helicopter transport to get the trees up to the Beech Planting sites.

beech party Come and help the Arrowtown Choppers plant 3000 native Beech, Totara, and Ribbonwood on the slopes above Bush Creek, adding the 11,000 already planted there.

The program's aim is to connect the remnant stands of Beech located above Bush Creek, along the Sawpit Gully track, and below Eichardts Flat, which in turn increases the biodiversity in and around Arrowtown.

Once again, we will have 3000 pre-dug holes to make the planting family friendly. Meet 9am at the Chinese Village. This is a day for all age groups, families, and friends to help plant 3000 native trees and enhance the biodiversity of the Arrowtown area.

Stay around after the plantings as we will have a complimentary BBQ, refreshments and kids prizes all provided by our generous group of sponsors.

In addition to the Beech Party, the Arrowtown Choppers work closely with the Arrowtown Scout Group and Arrowtown Primary School to plant trees in Bush Creek as part of the Bush Creek Rejuvenation Project. Arrowtown School and Arrowtown Scouts will plant 1500 Kowhai, Olearia, Coprosma, Ribbonwood and Flax this Spring, adding to the 3000 trees planted in the area in the last 2 years.

The Arrowtown Choppers will continue to work closely with these groups to expand on these plantings and promote the principles of Kaitiakitanga.

Remember if you are out walking, hiking, or biking, please take time to stop and pull out a few wilding pine seedlings. If you would like more information about our chopping evenings, then email: info@ arrowtownchoppers.co.nz, and we will forward you our chopping timetable.

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arrowtown village association news urban Intensification review - submissions open

Arrowtown residents have until 21st September to have their say on proposed changes to building heights in parts of the Village.

Responding to the Central Government’s national policy statement for urban development, QLDC are proposing a new height limit that could apply to 266 medium density-zone properties in Arrowtown. The changes would mean a building could be built up to 12m high with little or any setback from a property boundary. Obviously having 3-4 story buildings in established parts of town could result in little to no sunlight from existing housing during the winter months. Also a lot more residents to cater for in terms of infrastructure and services. If you would like to have your say please complete a submission from on the QLDC website and email pdpsubmission@qldc.govt.nz

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This exquisite 226 sqm brand new home nestles seamlessly into Arrowtown’s historic dress circle, a few 100 metres to the heart of the village. This cedar and schist clad home is visually pleasing at every turn. Being a brand-new build and sited on an easy-care section, you’ll have more time to make the most of residing within this beautiful region. This is sure to be an immensely enjoyable home or a superb holiday home to come and go as you please.

Turn-key properties in Arrowtown such as this are difficult and lengthy to replicate, especially in a location that is hard to beat.

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

public notices FREE kids bike checks – Celebrate the arrival of spring with Better By Bike!

We're thrilled to offer FREE kid's bike checks at Dudleys Cottage. As the school holidays approach, it's the perfect opportunity to ensure your tamariki's safety and bike's reliability. Swing by Dudleys Cottage and let us take care of the essential checkups, so your little ones can pedal safely into spring. www.betterbybike.co.nz

ADMIN ROLE – Part Time

This is a permanent part-time role to deliver excellent service and a welcoming culture to our residents and visitors. The role includes a range of reception and administration duties as well as providing support for open days and show home tours at Arrowtown Lifestyle Village. The successful candidate will be expected to work up to 20 hours per week, including Saturday 10-4pm.

Mandatory requirements:

• Excellent communication skills • A pleasant manner and respect for retirees • Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team • Excellent Microsoft Office, Excel skills • Experience with Xero or a similar accounting package

• Ability to learn new software programmes • Sound writing ability • New Zealand residency • Drivers licence • Sales/relationship management experience an advantage.

Applications with a cover letter and curriculum vitae to robyn@arrowtownretirement.co.nz by Monday 25 September.

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THANK YOU from arrowtown charitable trust The Arrowtown Charitable Trust (ACT) was initiated by the APBA in 2011. Its aim was to set up and progress environmental heritage and lighting projects - to highlight and preserve the current historic status of Arrowtown for the benefit of New Zealand’s future generations.

Over the last decade they have been responsible for creation of a Lighting Masterplan for Arrowtown historic zone. It was undertaken to ensure Arrowtown's heritage buildings, as well as pathways and verges around the town centre were adequately lit.

They are also responsible for maintaining the historic old Police Hut down by Butlers Green, ensuring that Arrowtown's oldest building remains around for future generations.

This wouldn't be possible without the generous support from local businesses, in particular Fallproof Scaffolding, Tansley Electrical and Builders.co.nz who consistently provide very generous donations and time to Arrowtown's community projects that ACT undertake and the Trustee would like to extend a warm heartfelt thank you to them especially.

• All aspects of tree maintenance • Tree removals – Dismantling & felling • Hedge trimming – large & small • Wood splitter hire

• Section clearing • Stump grinding • Firewood • Mulch supplies

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save-the-date for the spring fling The Arrowtown Community preschool are delighted to announce the band is coming back!

The Bayley’s Arrowtown Spring Swingfeaturing the sensational Queenstown Jazz Orchestra and guests will play the big band classics on Saturday 28th October, at the Athenaeum Hall.

Everyone invited to dust off their dancing shoes and get ready to welcome Spring in with a bang. The crowd will also be treated to a guest appearance from The Barber Anns - local collection of talent locals sharing their voices with a mix of acapella, barbershop and jazz. 100% from ticket sales and the evening will be generously donated to the preschool.

Tickets $65 per person and available from Eventfinder.

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upcoming events

september – october

september Arrowtown RSA presents the

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Ultimate Community Quiz Night

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Arrowtown Spring Flower Show

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Bring: Water, hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, gardening gloves, shovel (if you have one)

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Bring: Water, hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, gardening gloves, shovel (if you have one)

Arrowtown Community Centre Doors 6.30 pm. $30pp. Register howie.blackmouse@gmail.com

Athenaeum Hall 1–5 pm Admission $3 adults, kids free

WRTQT Spring Planting

Slope Hill Road (tributary of Mill Creek)

WRTQT Spring Planting

Bush Creek, Arrowtown, behind the Chinese Village

Beech Party

Chinese Village 9 am – 12 pm

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Cyclorama

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Preschool fundraiser

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Another 3000 native trees to plant e-bike festival

Spring Fling

Athenaeum Hall 7 pm – 12 am

opening night a sell out!

Opening night was so much fun with rave reviews! Some people loved it so much they've already purchased tickets for this week. AMAZING! Get your tickets NOW before it's too late - just THREE shows to go!

Filled to the brim with sardonic wit, Elizabethan pageantry, turnip-loving relations, ridiculously funny characters, and quotes so cunning you could brush your teeth with them! Come along and see the comedy classic Rowan Atkinson made so famous and prepare for a highly entertaining night out!

Grab the final few tickets left. Book via Eventfinda www.eventfinda.co.nz

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arrowtown business news Most Beautiful Small Town

Last week Arrowtown was once again named as a finalist in the prestigious "Most Beautiful Small Town" category of the Keep New Zealand Beautiful's annual awards.

The Keep New Zealand Beautiful's Most Beautiful Towns and Cities awards, a tradition dating back to 1972, shine a spotlight on urban areas across the country that have demonstrated exceptional dedication to enhancing their environment.

Arrowtown, which we know is renowned for its historical charm and modern vibrancy, proudly received the "Most Beautiful Small Town" award in 2020. Now, in 2023, it has been named a finalist in both the "Most Beautiful Small Town" and "Best Street" for Buckingham Street, categories.

Winners will be announced on 9th November, which also falls on the same day of the NZEA awards that named Matariki Arrowtown Lights as finalist for the Best Not for Profit Community Event for over 3000 people.

Arrowtown Calendars 2024 NOW ON SALE!! Arrowtown 2024

For any help with immigration matters, contact us: Helena Smith 027 834 5473 Wendy Baker 021 184 3309 hello@arrowtownimmigration.nz www.arrowtownimmigration.nz

calendars have arrived and they’re the best yet. These are now available in store throughout Arrowtown, including the Lakes District Museum and The Post Office.

Retail $25 each.

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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 firewood Chopper Firewood clint@chopperfirewood.co.nz 021 444 799 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 Immigration Arrowtown Immigration HS 027 834 5473 43 Ramshaw Lane WB 021 184 3309 law Aspiring Law www.aspiringlaw.co.nz 4 Buckingham Street 0800 277 529 photography toddweeksphoto todd.weeks@bayleys.co.nz 021 645 022 12

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 021 288 3454 Bayleys 36 Buckingham St 03 442 1616

community services

in an emergency phone........................ 111 Arrowtown School 9 Chalmers Place 03 442 1854 Arrowtown Medical Centre 1 Berkshire St 03 450 1355 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 027 284 8814 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 027 284 8814

local club notices Arrowtown Bowling Club 03 442 1905 Club Day Thursday. New members welcome – coaching available – More info phone Susan 021 165 0862 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.

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

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