The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 247

EE FR your local event guide & directory 13 June – 10 July 2024

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come celebrate matariki on friday 28 june Bring your whānau and friends and join in Arrowtown’s Matariki celebrations from 3:30pm on Friday 28 June. There will be a range of entertainment for all ages, lots of kai and festivities from Buckingham Green to Library Green.

BUCKINGHAM GREEN MARSHALL PARK from 3:30 pm 3:30–8:30 pm All the words relating to Matariki Performances from Arrowtown will be hung in the trees with the Preschool, Arrowtown Primary English translation and Te Reo and Wakatipu High as well as Māori guides will help you learn entertainers including Kathleen and pronounce them - look for Brentwood, Milly B, fire dancers, their ‘I speak Te Reo' vests. and a Te Reo Māori singalong.

BUCKINGHAM STREET from 3:30 pm Food stalls, face painting, starlit fairies, Matariki window displays and story-telling light projections on the buildings and trees.

ATHENAEUM HALL 3:30–8:30 pm A weaving workshop with local practitioners, a make a star station, a Matariki around the world display, and a short film series "Toitu te whenua" which delves into our heritage and the connections between our people and landscapes.

RAY WHITE SHOWROOM from 3:30 pm Create your own feather to add to the Kākahu on the wall or make your mark on Tukutuku panels with beautifully designed stamps (or create a version to take home).

LAKES DISTRICT MUSEUM 4–8 pm Local astronomer Gemma Cribb will share her knowledge of Matariki and other important stars to Māori. View the Winterstellar Astrophotography Competition images and talk with Professor Brian Boyle (Winterstellar Charitable Trust and one of the world's preeminent astrophysicists).

LIBRARY GREEN from 3:30 pm A scenic zone for all ages.

Listen to local talent at the community whānau stage. Bring a photo, a memory or a wish and leave it on the Ngā Rākau takitoru trees. Warm yourself by the fire pit, rest in the bean bags beneath the mirror balls and lights, or find a spot to view the night sky.

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arrowtown village association news are you ready?

You might have noticed a dedicated group of local volunteers quietly working behind the scenes to get Arrowtown ready for potential emergencies, mainly the anticipated AF8 earthquake.

Thanks to generous support from Community Trust South, Central Lakes Trust, Hugo Charitable Trust, NZ Lottery Grants Board, QLDC, Mitre10 and the Arrowtown Village Association, we are making significant progress.

Our main goal is to be able to set up a communication hub quickly at the Arrowtown Community Centre (Rugby Clubrooms) which is Arrowtown’s official meeting point. Recently we completed our first area-wide radio check which was a success, and have just this month set up Starlink as an additional back up.

If you would like to help us, please register your residence, skills, and available equipment on otagogetsready.net and don't forget to go to our local Facebook page, 'Get Ready Arrowtown,' for more updates and info.

Thanks for your support!

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Arrowtown Community Response Group

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aya and the butterfly Birdlife Productions are back with a new puppet and music show for ages 3 to 9 years, using exquisite puppetry, live music and lots of giant caterpillar fun!

'Aya and the Butterfly' is a heartwarming, joyful story about a little girl who finds happiness through her experience of the metamorphosis of the Monarch Butterfly. The story moves through the seasons, which literally unfold on the stage.

Based on a book by Dr Maysoon Salama and designed for families and children aged 3 to 9 years, Aya’s story encourages compassion and empathy for different cultures, and helps us all become part of an important movement of change towards living together in peace, featuring plenty of magical puppet moments, music and songs, and lots of joining in! Two shows–11 am and 2 pm. Tickets $10 under 3 years– free, available from www.humanitix.com/aya-and-the-butterfly

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incredible talent in our community.

Performers need to be 7 years of age Shared Office Space Available in and over. To apply, head to www.

Arrowtown – The Confluence (above arrowtown.com/matariki by 5pm The Dishery) has some desk availability. 14 June.

If you would like to see whether working CALLING VOLUNTEERS! The Matariki from a Shared Office suits your business celebrations in Arrowtown are not far needs, contact - lisa@theconfluence. away and we need volunteers to help co.nz, 02102671456 or check out www. us run the event including street guides, theconfluence.co.nz for more information. kitchenhands for reusable dishes, Koha donation collectors, traffic and parking public notices guides, and hosts for the interactive displays. As a thank you, volunteers will Are you a burgeoning singer, dancer, receive a Skyline annual pass. Apply by performer, or poet, looking for a 5pm 14 June at: www.arrowtown.com/ chance to show off your talents? The matariki event committee for Matariki Arrowtown Kā-Muriwai is seeking applications for situations vacant its community talent stage on 28 June.

The stage will showcase some of the Kahwah Café in Arrowtown is looking to hire WEEKEND BARISTA – You will need to be available both Saturday & Sunday from 7.30-2pm. Confident on both coffee and milk aspects of the machine. Enjoy being part of a local community & great team. 6 month commitment is required DAY COOK/CHEF – This will ideally suit someone who enjoys the mornings & day work. The role requires a competent person to prepare & cook a breakfast/ Lunch menu. Preparing fresh daily cabinet food. Busy 1-2 person kitchen with good support from a hands on team. Minimum 1 years experience is required. Part time or full time possible for the right candidate Great remuneration for skills & commitment to the roles. This role is in Arrowtown so transport is essential If this sounds like you please send your CV to karan@peoplelikeus.co.nz

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killergrams Killergrams is a musical ensemble led by composer and singer-songwriter Tom Maxwell, showcasing a fusion of folk, altcountry, gothic blues, and classic rock.

Hailing from Arrowtown, Killergrams' focus on storytelling and raw emotion aims to resonate with audiences wherever they perform. With their latest release Midnight Hours reintroduced to the world, Killergrams continues to push their musical boundaries and entice listeners with their sound.

Collaborating with local visual artist Holly Schroder adds another dimension to their performance, merging music with visual artistry to create a multidisciplinary experience that stimulates both the eyes and ears.

Notable local guest musicians have lent their talents to this reinvigorated release, including Holly Arrowsmith, Tom Lynch, Sam Maxwell, Nick Lynch, Reuben Pearce, and Ollie McLean among others.

Mark your calendars for the performance: June 22nd at the Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall. Food by The Smoke and Pickle. Wine provided by Wet Jacket Wines. Grab tickets at undertheradar.co.nz or at the door.

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red heavens Arts on Tour and Creative Queenstown have brought Red Heavens to Arrowtown on Tuesday 23rd July at 7–9 pm at the Athenaeum Hall.

‘Red Heavens’ portrays the true story of Angelina Moleta, an Italian pioneering immigrant on D'Urville Island, whose fate is intertwined with the forces of nature and her deep connection with a high-born Māori woman.

Grown up on the active volcanic island of Stromboli, Angelina is betrothed to her cousin at an early age who, in 1906, brings her as a 16-year-old to the even more remote D'Urville Island, in the Marlborough Sounds.

Through hardship and an unlikely friendship, she grows into womanhood and motherhood.

This bitter and beautiful tale is inspired by the bestselling book ‘Angelina’ by New Zealand author Gerard Hindmarsh, who wrote this book about his grandmother.

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To look after and love our grounds/do occasional maintenance of our two local preschools – Flexi hours to suit you !

REGISTERED TEACHERS for casual relieving.

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upcoming events

june – july

june

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A Night Of Fleetwood Mac

Athenaeum Hall 8 pm

20 – 21 Winterstellar Lakes District Museum Gallery 9 am – 4 pm everyday July Celebrating Matariki & Aortearoa Dark Skies 22

Killergrams

Athenaeum Hall – Doors 6.30 pm Tickets $25 at the door or undertheradar.co.nz

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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

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Arrowtown Bulls Rugby Game Arrowtown vs Moniototo

Jack Reid Park 2.30 pm

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Arrowtown Winter Market

Athenaeum Hall 10 – 2 pm

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Jonathan Lemalu

Arrowtown Lifestyle Village Lodge 7 – 9 pm Tickets $90 eventfinda.co.nz

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Arts on Tour & Creative Queentown present Aya and the Butterfly

Athenaeum Hall 11 – 11.45 am

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Arts on Tour & Creative Queentown present Red Heavens

Athenaeum Hall 7 – 9 pm

july

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arrowtown school report Once again, our rippa rugby teams performed outstandingly well in the Central Otago tournament held last Thursday. The Year 6 team won the final in the combined Year 5 & 6 grade against Remarkables Primary School. The Year 7 and Year 8 teams faced each other in the final of the combined Year 7 & 8 grade. The Year 8 team won, and the Year 7 team placed second. Top placings for all Arrowtown School teams! A big thanks to all the coaches and parents, as well as Paul Winders and Stacey Anderson, who assisted on the day.

winterstellar 2024 Inspired by dark sky photography, Andy Davey coordinated a group of photographers to create the ‘Winterstellar’ exhibitions. As CEO of the Winterstellar Charitable Trust, Andy launched the event five years ago, and it became a hit at the Lakes District Museum.

Andy is thrilled that the event aligns with Matariki celebrations in Arrowtown. “It's great to be back with a new exhibition featuring some of New Zealand’s top astrophotographers. We have so many exciting new artworks to display. The recent phenomenal Aurora Australis provided our photographers with an incredible subject and we will have a special section in the exhibition dedicated to that event.”

Resident astronomer Prof. Brian Boyle from Gibbston is part of the Winterstellar team. Brian hopes the images will inspire visitors.

“There’s never been a better time to appreciate the dark sky resource in Otago. Dark skies impact well-being: culturally, environmentally, and economically. If this exhibition helps the public understand the importance of protecting our dark skies, we will have fulfilled our purpose.”

Exhibition runs from 21st June – 21st July at the Lakes District Museum.

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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

Arrowtown Menzshed

027 284 8814

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.

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

Whakatipu Line Dancers

020 4111 9081

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.

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 23 June from 1:30–5 pm at Arrowtown Community Centre, 12 Centennial Ave (Next to Arrowtown Holiday Park). Guest Artist Russell McDonald. All welcome.

Free. Contact Sue Dennis 027 488 6478 Wakatipu Garden Club

We meet on the 2nd Monday every month. New members welcome. For further information. Contact Jennie Burt 0273060415.

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