The 39th annual Arrowtown Autumn Festival is back from April 24–27, 2025, and it’s set to be another incredible celebration of our stunning town. Tickets are now on sale via Humanitix –for the ever popular Quiz Night and Pie, Pint & Pinot, the hilariously fun Comedy Night featuring Josh Thomson, the Art of Wine which will be at Astor Bristed Gallery this year and for a new high-stakes event at the New Orleans Hotel - Casino Royale. Get your tickets now before they go! humanitix.com
Royalburn is opening up the sunflower field this Sunday 16th February and raising funds for the local Arrowtown preschool at the same time (100% of proceeds goes to them).
Come and enjoy a pilates class, gourmet picnic baskets, music, professional photography, coffee cart and more with the best backdrop in town.
Nadia Lim said, 'We get A LOT of enquiries about visiting our sunflower paddocks at Royalburn Station and we’d love to share the joy these stunning beauties bring.'
Get tickets and options @humanitix.com
8am–9am Pilates in the Sunflowers with Yayoi.
Yayoi is one of the best in town, and what better way to start your day than with some deep breaths and an energising practice overlooking one of the best views in town. BYO mat and get ready to give your Sunday an unforgettable beginning.
10am–1:30pm or 4pm–7:30pm
Come along any time between one of the two slots and breathe amongst the blooms. Book your McKibbons Picnic Box and get a family portrait taken by a professional photographer! Stay as long as you like within your chosen time window.
McKibbons Picnic boxes, along with your portraits in the sunflowers must be preordered. $25 gets you a sitting and one edited digital image emailed to you after the day. Other options will be available, chat to the photographer on the day.
Please note this event is not licensed so no alcohol will be permitted on the premises. All proceeds go to Arrowtown Community Preschool.
arrowtown village association news
2025 Community Survey Results
A record-breaking year as our community survey achieved 226 responses, up from 206 last year, thank you to all those who participated. This now forms our membership base who will continue to receive updates on projects and initiatives. Survey responses showed strong support for our new Quarterly Newsletter, which has become a key part of our communications in an increasingly busy information landscape. This year's five key initiatives were ranked similarly in importance, with Urban Intensification emerging as the top priority, followed by Local Elections in October, District Parking Strategy, Coronet Forest Trails & Planting, River Reserve Masterplan and Managed Access to Macetown. More detailed information will be provided in our Q1 Newsletter.
It was encouraging that 60% responded expressing interest in learning more about how they can contribute to the work of the AVA. We are a voluntary organisation and constructive participation from all community members is welcomed throughout the year.
As part of our new membership structure we also request voluntary donations. Responses suggested an average of $40 as an appropriate contribution. You can still donate and register as a member via the QR code. Sign up to receive a detailed analysis of survey results and our next newsletter.
Nick Fifield – Chairperson
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18 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown 021486620
Located in the Italian quarter between Little Aosta and Bianca Giovi
weather cleared for another successful opera
Arrowtown’s 2025 Twilight Garden Opera was a huge success. The picnic opera event, the fifth held by the Arrowtown Creative Arts Society, had a record attendance of 460 which was achieved despite earlier bad weather. Profits will go to 'Turn Up the Music' charity, which now provides individual music lessons to more than 300 Wakatipu children.
The enthusiastic audience enjoyed a mix of classic opera and modern musical favourities, particularly a moving finale where seven “huge” opera voices delivering a harmonized “How Great Thou Art.” The concert’s picturesque venue was the Stalker Family’s Springpointer Gardens, which has a backdrop to the Remarkables.
“Clearly this concert is well established as one of the summer’s most popular highlights,” said ACAS spokesman John Lapsley.
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CELLAR DOOR HOST/ MARKETING POSITION
Join the Chard Farm winery team in Gibbston as a full-time Cellar Door
Host and immerse yourself in the heart of one of Central Otago’s leading, family-owned wineries. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual who is passionate about wine and eager to share that passion with others.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Deliver exceptional customer service and a memorable, unique wine tasting experience.
Able to convert a positive experience into wine sales
Manage wine club memberships, fulfilling orders and ensuring an exceptional experience for members
Assist with marketing, including social media and email campaigns
A good understanding and keen interest in wine is desirable A duty manager qualification would be an advantage
Able to work some weekends
If this could be you, please send your CV to wine@chardfarm.co.nz. Any questions call Nicky on 03 4418452. Applicant must be a NZ resident or have the ability to work permanently in NZ
Filled with joy and exuberant energy, Mundi Trio has captured hearts across the land and far-flung seas, touring and performing extensively. Just some of the events include Newtown Festival, Festival of Lights (New Plymouth) Christchurch Arts Festival and TEDX.
Mundi Trio comprises Brazilian percussionist Ricardo Stuani, guitarist and dancer Chris Dabinett and flautist/ vocalist/ percussionist/ dancer and composer Tamara Smith.
Tamara Smith has travelled the world compiling inspiration for her compositions along the way - from performing in jazz clubs in Paris and recording an album in Sri Lanka, to learning traditional Indian flute by the Ganges and warding off alligators in the heart of the Amazon.
In this Arts on Tour performance Mundi Trio perform a new series of compositions that weave together the two oldest instruments in human’s history – flutes and percussion- into a sizzling array of dueling Brazilian/ African percussion with hypnotic guitar, and vocal melodies soaring above and interlaces stories through music of our interaction’s with nature and ourselves.
Playing here in the Athenaeum Hall, Arrowtown on Thursday 20 February. Tickets $20 @eventfinda.co.nz
THURSDAY 20 FEBRUARY – ATHENAEUM HALL
Tickets @ eventfinda.co.nz
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arrowtown community nursery
The Arrowtown Community Nursery which is being set up at Tewa Banks by the Arrowtown Choppers, are excited to let you know that the potting shed is being built this week by the absolute legends at AJ Saville, who are generously donating their time and skills to get the job done.
A huge thanks to Grant from Spectrum Drainage & Contracting who volunteered his time (and the digger) to level the site for us.
Also, we have received funding from Central Lakes Trust to purchase the T28 potting trays that we will be using in the nursery. These are a new longlasting version, lasting for nine+ years instead of the current one year. That means much less plastic and less long-term cost.
The community nursery is a real team effort, and we can’t wait to make it a great place for us to all to grow the trees that will become a beautiful native forest around Arrowtown.
All the help mentioned above is in addition to all the amazing help and/or funding we’ve had to get to this point including the ORC EcoFund, Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust, Arrowtown Golf Course, DevCorp, Arrowtown Business and Promotions Association, Arrowtown Village Association and QLDC.
If you haven’t already and would like to register your interest and to receive updates, please contact us via email: nursery@ arrowtownchoppers.co.nz
SAVE THE DATE: Autumn “Arrowtown Beech Party” Planting Day. Meet anytime from 9am at the Chinese Village, Arrowtown on 6 April 2025 and you will be directed to the planting site (about a 20min walk).
entire range on display and available at
18 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown 021486620
in the Italian
Located
quarter between Little Aosta and Bianca Giovi
The
Arrowtown Photography Competition
The Arrowtown Photography Competition is on again. We are seeking photographs of Arrowtown to support us in marketing our “Most Beautiful Small Town” to NZ and the rest of the world.
Categories:
• Seasonal (Horizontal only)
• Landscapes (Horizontal only)
• Wildlife/Nature (Horizontal only)
• Outdoor Recreation (Horizontal only)
• Nightscapes (Horizontal only)
• B&W (Vertical or Horizontal)
• Youth (Vertical or Horizontal)
The Grand Prize for the best photo overall is The Jade and Opal Factory trophy, with cash prizes for category winners. For more info or to enter online: www.arrowtown.com Entries close midnight on 23rd March 2025. Amateur entries only.
All winning & finalists images are on display at Lakes District Museum over the Autumn Festival 2025.
The Arrowtown Flower Company thearrowtownflowercompany.co.nz 021 946 836 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.
Shotover Country Music Club Club Day–Sunday 16th February at 1:30, at the Arrowtown Community Centre, Centennial Ave,next to Rugby field, visitors welcome. Blackboard artists, raffles, afternoon tea, $2 door charge. 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.
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
