The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 246

EE FR your local event guide & directory 9 May –12 June 2024

Written and Performed by John G Davies Tuesday 21 May 7.30 pm Athenaeum Hall e - thelooparrowtown@gmail.com w - thelooparrowtown.co.nz

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Central Otago Regional Choir

conducted by Richard Madden accompanied by Alison Frude (piano) and a Chamber Ensemble

Bach,Bacharach,&

Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall – Friday 10th May at 7.30pm Tickets $30 from Lakes District Museum or cash door sales With guest artists

Callum Fotheringham (oboe), Kieran Kelly (baritone), and Cameron Monteath (piano)

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nz vs oz

te tupua: the goblin

Grab your mates for a ripper night of live music, dancing, auctions and a good ol mid May catch up THIS WEEKEND! Everyone welcome!

The BIG NIGHT OUT in Arrowtown Hall is a fundraiser for the Basin Bulls under 13 Rugby team to make it to Australia.

Come and dance the night away with sounds from The Crown Rangers and DJ Postman.

Tickets include drink on arrival and delicious grazing tables by Artisan Catering.

On sale will be local wine from Rua and Mora bubbles.

The Rifters Gin bar will be serving their delicious mixtures.

Are you Team NZ or Team AU? Come in theme – go as big or little as you like.

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Experience a visit from a ghost as history comes to life! Te Tupua–The Goblin is on Tuesday 21 May at the Athenaeum Hall at 7.30 pm.

Te Tupua–The Goblin tells the tale of a disenfranchised child, a shipwrecked sailor, a slave, a tattooed freak.

A Scottish lad of 10 is driven into slavery aboard His Majesty’s ships, circa 1800. After 15 years at sea, he is cast onto the shoreline of Aotearoa. The fight for survival begins.

Te Tupua – The Goblin is a solo play written and performed by John G Davies. Te Tupua deals with atonement concerning bicultural New Zealand and the hidden trauma of our shared violent history.

Early 19th century in Aotearoa was a dynamic time. Māori were becoming aware they were no longer alone, and that other races from the north were coming. Pākehā who lived here at that time forged an existence on Māori terms.

The recorded experiences are vivid and fraught with danger, yet these stories reveal deep alliances, friendships, marriages, and hard-won loyalties.

This play, performed very simply with three props and a whole heap of energy, evokes a traditional storyteller from the days of the communal fire. John explains, “When I go out into that space, the stage, I feel connected to all the ancient storytellers, to the people who imitate, embody, project, and summon their life force to engage their audience. That’s me, I’m one of those.”

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arrowtown business & resident update Buckingham Street - Why is the road being closed?

Buckingham Street will be closed from Monday 6th May till the end of Monday 13th May inclusive. The road is being closed to implement safety measures that were identified due to several concerns raised by neighbouring residents and businesses.

The safety works include installing a raised surface treatment change made of schist and exposed aggregate at the entrance to Buckingham Street to indicate to road users they are entering a high pedestrian area and to proceed with caution, it will also act as a natural pedestrian crossing.

The materials were chosen as they remain in keeping with the Arrowtown Design Guidelines.

There will also be the installation of four new bike racks, replacing four car parks, one each outside the Bakery and Postmasters Kitchen & Bar. The double installation, to be situated in the centre of the street outside the Gold Shop, has been identified to help mitigate the significant issue that several of our businesses with awnings have web arrowtown.com 4

on the main street with oversized vehicles hitting and damaging them, resulting in costly repairs and leaking water into their premises due to broken downpipes.

Three of the bike racks are planter boxes for up to 15 bikes and are a co-funded arrangement with APBA and QLDC. These planter box bike racks were designed by Baxter Design, built by Arrowtown Engineering and will be filled with white carpet roses making a stunning display from Spring to Autumn down the main street and will be maintained by APBA, thanks to fabulous local Arrowtown residents.

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These are all positive safety improvements, which we welcome as they remain in keeping with our town and protection of its historic roots whilst understanding it is still a busy working village.

During the road closure all our businesses are open as usual and look forward to continuing to welcome you to their shops.

We understand this will be a significant disruption whilst the work is being undertaken and have been advised the extra few days of road closure is due to the

curing of the concrete as it was arranged for outside the busy period, lengthening the duration for this to happen, due to our weather conditions at this time of year.

HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE FUTURE OF BUCKINGHAM STREET Whilst the road is closed, APBA and AVA worked with QLDC to utilize the opportunity to undertake a survey, targeting locals, businesses and visitors’ thoughts and feedback on how they would like to see Buckingham Street in the future, outlining priorities and how the space could be utilized.

With no decisions made, the APBA & AVA are supporting the survey to help promote the democratic right to provide feedback and help influence any future decision (which might be to keep it exactly the same) so whatever the outcome it is the right one for our beautiful town.

We encourage everyone in Arrowtown to take part and complete this survey which closes on Sunday 19th May. You can also read more information and FAQs on the work being undertaken https://bit.ly/buckingham-street 5

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public notices SHOTOVER COUNTRY CLUB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Sunday 19 May at Arrowtown Community Centre, 12 Centennial Ave (Next to Arrowtown Holiday Park) The AGM will commence at 4:15 pm after the entertainment has finished.

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a magical autumn festival Arrowtown was full of colour, creativity and magic as it shone over Anzac weekend. Over 20,000 locals and visitors flocked into town to enjoy the 38th Arrowtown Autumn Festival.

The action-packed programme had something for everyone with 48 events over four days.

Saturday’s market and parade day was a hit with talented local entertainers on the main stage all day, ranging from pipe bands, dance troupes, primary and high school musicians and the living options crew. There was plenty of action on the streets with Remarkable Theatre performers, Flame’s fabulous entertainers, circus shows, Mulletman & Mim, skate lessons, facepainters and of course the delicious food vendors and arts and crafts market. The Parade was a highlight with a range of colourful characters and floats, with the best community float awarded to the Arrowtown Preschool followed by the Arrowtown Horticultural Society.

The Art Exhibition was one of the best ever, with the special ‘Unsung Hero Award’ presented to Russell Heckler for his significant contribution to the community.

Lead partner Mora Wines & Artisan Kitchen hosted two delicious culinary events. And of course the Pie, Pint and Pinot did not disappoint, a fabulous afternoon in the sun with a range of delicious pies, craft beer, wine and great entertainment.

A big thank you to our Skyline Volunteer Crew, committee, partners, local businesses and the Arrowtown community for their support. The festival is truly community spirit at its best! See you next year – 24-27 April 2025.

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upcoming events

may – july

may

Athenaeum Hall 7:30pm Tickets $30

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Bach, Bacharach & The Beatles

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Basin Bulls Boys Fundraiser NZ V AUS Big Night Out

Athenaeum Hall 7 pm Tickets $65-$70

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The Big Bike Film Night

Athenaeum Hall 7 pm Tickets $24

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Sustainable Queenstown

The Repair Revolution

from Museum or on the door

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St.John Presbyterian Church Hall 11 am – 3 pm

Creative Qtn & Arts on Tour NZ present

Te Tupua – The Goblin

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm Tickets $25

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Arrowtown Bulls Rugby Game Arrowtown vs Matakanui

Jack Reid Park 2.30 pm

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DEVILSKIN We Rise - 10th Anniversary Tour

Athenaeum Hall 6.30 pm Tickets $79–1$26

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Arrowtown Winter Market

Athenaeum Hall 10 – 2 pm

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Matariki Arrowtown Kā-Muriwai Bringing Whanau Together

Arrowtown from 3 pm

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Arrowtown Bulls Rugby Game Arrowtown vs Upper Clutha

Jack Reid Park 2.30 pm

Arrowtown Bulls Rugby Game Arrowtown vs Moniototo

Jack Reid Park 2.30 pm

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arrowtown school report Last week some Arrowtown senior students participated in the Epro8 STEM challenge.

These teams qualified from the school classroom events to the interschool event which was held in Wanaka.

Our school teams The Jaffa’s came 1st, and Optirizzprime team came 2nd. Another proud APS moment. Congratulations to all the boys that competed and proudly represented the Arrowtown Primary School – we are extremely proud of your efforts and achievements.

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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. 4/23 11th Ave, Lake Hayes 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 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.

Mainly Music We meet every Tuesday of each term at St johns Community Church hall at 10am My contact details are Eileen Toner 0272486513 or etoner1@gmail.com 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 Next Club Meeting – Sunday 19 May from 1:30–5 pm at Arrowtown Community Centre, 12 Centennial Ave (Next to Arrowtown Holiday Park). Margaret Amor is the Guest Artist All welcome.

Free. SCMC Annual General Meeting will commence at 4:15 pm 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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