The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 243

EE FR your local event guide & directory 15 February – 13 March 2024

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gin fest

motatapu

Get ready to savor the finest juniper creations at the NZ International Gin Festival, set to enchant enthusiasts at Wilcox Green on Saturday, February 17. This eagerly anticipated event features both local and international distillers showcasing their craft.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with distillers, while live music and tasty food complements the day.

With Wilcox Green providing a picturesque backdrop, secure your tickets now for a day filled with flavor, knowledge, and camaraderie at the heart of the NZ International Gin Festival.

The Motatapu is one of the largest offroad event on the New Zealand sporting calendar. With close to 4000 participants in 2023, the Motatapu continues to attract runners, riders and walkers from across NZ and the world.

The iconic Motatapu Off-Road Sporting Event is held annually in March in Arrowtown and Wānaka, traversing the Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe stations. Known for its challenging-yet achievable course, the race snakes its way through stunning highcountry terrain only accessible to the public one day a year for the Motatapu event.

The Motatapu has grown since its inaugural race in 2005 and now includes six events on the 2nd March, with challenges for all the family.

– 52.5km Ultra Run – 42km Allpress Espresso Trail Marathon (run or walk options) – 47km Mondraker Mountain Bike (individual, teams and e-bike options) – 15km UDC Finance Miners Trail (run & walk options) – 4km Jennian Homes Junior Trail Run – 57km Coronet Peak Loop Mountain bike The Motatapu is a hugely enjoyable and social event, famous for its relaxed southern vibe and huge camaraderie. The mammoth event has gained iconic status in Australasia and is known as the bucket-list off-road event for both elite athletes and weekend warriors.

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arrowtown village association news annual survey

The AVA is currently conducting their community survey. This is the third year we have conducted the survey and it has proved a useful tool to help understand who is engaged with our work and what the main areas of concern are for Arrowtown. You can complete the survey at; www.surveymonkey.com/r/AVA2024 Understanding the key priorities for Arrowtown helps us focus meeting discussions, share relevant news, build engagement and reinforcing submissions to council. Last year we also ran two large community meetings off the back of strong community sentiment around tree management and urban intensification. This year we are also looking for input on proposed changes to our membership structure that would involve annual sign up and a voluntary donation to help with ongoing expenses and costs associated with these community meetings. This is an important opportunity to engage and let us know their thoughts, so please do complete the survey! queenstown trail

If you’ve been down to the river reserve recently, you will have noticed the Queenstown Trail has been realigned to follow Bush Creek. This is work was initiated by the AVA and APBA with the support of Queenstown Trails Trust and QLDC to improve safety, redirecting the trail away from entering/exiting the car parks at the Chinese Settlement and overflow area off Ramshaw Lane car cark. This is a huge step towards not only greater safety but also ongoing improvements to the amenity value of the area.

– Nick Fifield, Chairperson

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

FOR SALE

17 Merioneth Street, Arrowtown DEADLINE SALE: Closes 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, 28 February 2024 (no prior offers) nzsothebysrealty.com/QBS13464 3

Land: 709 sq m

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Prepare to have your heart captured from the moment you arrive.

Situated on one of the best sites in Arrowtown’s historic dress circle, Meg Cottage is just a few 100 metres to the heart of the village. Dating back to the 1870s, Meg Cottage was extended over time and then extensively restored for our dedicated Vendors in 2020. If you’re looking for a beautifully upgraded, quintessential Arrowtown cottage with fairytale vibes, then we strongly recommend an in-person viewing.

Gerard Bligh 021 909 198 Hadley van Schaik 021 885 517 Each office is independently owned and operated. Browns Real Estate Limited (licensed under the REAA 2008) MREINZ.

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classifieds

situations vacant

garage sale Saturday 17 February 9am – 12pm Combined garage sale at 11/13/15 McDonnell Road Sunday 25 February 10am – 2pm Women's clothes, books, household goods, a wide variety of general items, tools, and much more. To be held in front of the Menzshed in Prestons Drive (off Adamsons drive).

All items must go. Cash only. for lease Container for lease – 20ft, A1 Grade.

Arrowtown location. Affordable storage option, available now. $260 +gst per month. Call Nick on 021 530 000

Fork and Tap – DUTY MANAGERS & FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF – FULL TIME. We are looking to fill various roles, from fast paced learners to hospitality professionals. Your role will require you to give exceptional customer service as well as being knowledgeable about the various products we sell. Attention to detail and a drive to go the extra mile essential.

Your role will be spread between working behind the bar, preparing drinks and taking food orders, to working on the floor, greeting/meeting customers, helping them to a table and delivering their food to them.

To apply send you CV and cover letter to hello@theforkandtap.co.nz

Garden Party Sunday 3rd March 1pm to 4pm Fundraising for the Arrowtown Volunteer Fire Brigade Live music | Classic cars | Gin Tasting | Art, fashion & food stalls | History & garden tours | Speakers | Art display | Devonshire tea by donation 6

FULL TIME SALON ASSISTANT If you have a friendly, can-do attitude and want a full-time job that will help expand your horizons, D’OR has just the role for you!

If you’re someone with a friendly smile, and an attitude to match, we want to meet you. Come and join our fantastic team!

No experience necessary, we are just looking for a willingness to listen, learn and be part of a team who loves their clients.

Must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

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genre fluid Arts on Tour NZ help bring this dynamic kiwi duo with highenergy anthems to small New Zealand towns!

Showcasing their stunning fusion of contemporary music and theatre.

With their unique synergy on stage, the Nelson-based duo perform a combination of high-energy rock funk anthems and improvised acts, morphing style, sound and character into a captivating experience for all ages to groove and be moved.

The duo consists of wellingtonborn vocalist and performance artist, silk satin suede, and Nelson-born multiinstrumentalist and looping artist, bosho.

Their journey began in 2020 where they quickly found a synergy within improvised music in bo’s jam room in Nelson, both artists being heavily inspired by the likes of Led Zeppelin, Talking Heads and Fat Freddy’s drop.

Genre fluid is a fusion of contemporary music and theatre performed with a unique synergy of style, sound and character, delivering a captivating combination of high-energy rock funk anthems and improvised acts.

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upcoming events

february – march

february

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New Zealand International Gin Festival

Wilcox Green 1 pm to 7 pm

29 – 3 Mar

NZ Golf Open

Millbrook Resort

Motatapu

Butlers Green

Arrowtown Volunteer Fire Brigade fundraiser

Arrowtown Lifestyle Village 1pm to 4pm Athenaeum Hall 7:30 – 9:30pm Tickets $20

$39 - $49 (+ Booking Fees) nzopen.com

march

2 3 20

Garden Party Genre Fluid

motatapu.com

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We are focused on building lasting relationships while matching clients with their perfect properties.

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NOW OPEN 47 WEEKS OF THE YEAR

Arrowtown Preschool COTTER AVE & DURHAM ST Half day and longer day places for babies and children 12 months to 5 years Innovative programmes including popular weekly nature-based programmes for 3 to 5 year-olds Consistent and qualified teaching staff

Enrolments accepted onto the Waiting list from birth Please phone

442 0172 or 442 1416 or email admin@ arrowtownpreschool.co.nz for more information or to arrange a visit.

arrowtown school report

It has been a wonderful start to the year for Arrowtown school. We have welcomed three new staff members and a number of new families at our Mihi Maioha at the start of the year (see picture below). New staff are Terry Maloney teaching year 7&8, Jess Ruthe as office administrator and Geoff Martin as caretaker.

We start our education outside the classroom programme with trips to Dunedin museum for year 5&6 classes and trips to Bannockburn for year 8's and Riverton for year 7's over the next two weeks. We have also started specialist science classes across the school. We started the year with a slightly smaller school roll than 2023, we have an average class size of 23 students, which is fantastic.

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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 Postmasters Kitchen + Bar 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 Massage Therapist Renata Garbin www.renatagarbin.nz 021 0256 4680 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 The Jade & Opal Factory 30 Buckingham St 03 442 1654 real estate Bayleys 36 Buckingham St 03 442 1616 Harcourts Arrowtown 021 288 3454 Walker & Co. 1 Coronet Peak Station Rd 027 298 4123

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 Entertainers A local group of entertainers who love to perform and sing. Programmes include: Anzac Day, Christmas, music hall singalong, popular variety songs from shows etc. If interested, please contact Faye 03 442 2802. 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 Russell Heckler 027 2848814 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.

Petanque Sundays 3 pm, Library Green. All welcome!

Plunket 0800 933 922 Little fingers playgroup, Mondays 10–12 pm. Fun Fridays 10–12 pm. Remarkable Mothers group, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month, 11–1 pm. Gold coin donation.

All welcome. For all current information, LIKE the Arrowtown Plunket Facebook page.

Whakatipu Line Dancers 020 4111 9081 MON: Absolute Beginners ~ 9am-10am Beginners/Improver ~ 10am-12pm WED: Improver/Intermediate ~ 10am1:30pm Lake Hayes Pavilion. ALL WELCOME Cost $10. mollycrawford56@gmail.com Shotover Country Music Club 03 442 0785 Next Club Meeting – Sunday 18 February at Arrowtown Primary School Hall, 1.30pm. Guest Artist Craig Smtih (Wonky Donkey). All welcome. Free. Contact Sue Dennis 027 488 6478 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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D L SO 1 The Avenue, Millbrook Congratulations to both the purchasers and sellers of this stunning property at Millbrook.

Hamish Walker 027 298 4123 Hamish@walkerandco.co.nz Andco Realty 19 Limited; Licensed REAA 2008

Barry Litten 027 516 4777 Barry@walkerandco.co.nz Walkerandco.co.nz