The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 247

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

3:30–8:30 pm

Performances from Arrowtown

Preschool, Arrowtown Primary and Wakatipu High as well as entertainers including Kathleen Brentwood, Milly B, fire dancers, 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).

MARSHALL PARK from 3:30 pm

All the words relating to Matariki will be hung in the trees with the English translation and Te Reo Māori guides will help you learn and pronounce them - look for their ‘I speak Te Reo' vests.

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.

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

forget to go to our local Facebook page, 'Get Ready Arrowtown,' for

chairperson@arrowtownvillage.nz

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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Shared Office Space Available in Arrowtown – The Confluence (above The Dishery) has some desk availability. If you would like to see whether working from a Shared Office suits your business needs, contact - lisa@theconfluence. co.nz, 02102671456 or check out www. theconfluence.co.nz for more information.

public notices

Are you a burgeoning singer, dancer, performer, or poet, looking for a chance to show off your talents? The event committee for Matariki Arrowtown Kā-Muriwai is seeking applications for its community talent stage on 28 June. The stage will showcase some of the incredible talent in our community. Performers need to be 7 years of age and over. To apply, head to www. arrowtown.com/matariki by 5pm 14 June.

CALLING VOLUNTEERS!

The Matariki celebrations in Arrowtown are not far away and we need volunteers to help us run the event including street guides, kitchenhands for reusable dishes, Koha donation collectors, traffic and parking guides, and hosts for the interactive displays. As a thank you, volunteers will receive a Skyline annual pass. Apply by 5pm 14 June at: www.arrowtown.com/ matariki

situations vacant

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

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. Tickets are $25 from www. humanitix.com/red-heavens

WEEKS OF THE YEAR

Arrowtown Preschool is looking for

CARETAKER

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. Excellent pay rates, learning programmes!

Contact Jane 027 305 5110 or email janef@ arrowtownpreschool.co.nz for more information.

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.

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

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 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.

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

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