The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 261

EE FR your local event guide & directory 14 August – 10 September 2025

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Ira Mitchell "Calling Home" Ira is a Queenstown-born artist and is using her exhibition opening on the 4th September at the Lakes District Museum as a fundraiser for the Bruce Grant Trust.

Established in honour of Bruce Grant, a local adventurer who died 30 years ago after reaching the peak of K2, the Trust has been supporting local youth for almost 30 years.

The museum is thrilled to be able to help support the work of the Trust. Local businesses are sponsoring auction prizes and there will be refreshments!

All are welcome to the event from 6pm on the 4th September.

Entry is by $20 donation - 100% goes to the Bruce Grant Trust.

take a chance on me This season, Remarkable Theatre presents, Take A Chance on Me, a comedy of second chances and real-life laughs, on 11–20 September at the Atheneum Hall.

This warm and witty comedy is by beloved Kiwi playwright Roger Hall. It's a feel-good production that invites audiences to laugh, reflect, and maybe even relate as a lively group of characters navigate the unpredictable world of dating later in life.

With Hall’s signature humour and insight, the play explores everything from awkward first encounters to the joy of unexpected sparks. It’s a story full of heart, hilarity, and hope.

For cast member Vanessa Williams, who plays Eleanor, the play hits close to home in all the best ways. She was drawn to Take A Chance on Me for its emotional honesty and universal themes.

“It’s great comedy, but there’s also heartbreak and starting again. Everyone has experienced something like this.”

Vanessa describes herself as a romantic – though a logical one. Her character Eleanor, a bookloving lawyer with high expectations, is quite different from her in real life. Still, there’s a shared warmth between them. Eleanor’s love of reading is something Vanessa connects with. She’s currently enjoying The Book That Wouldn’t Burn.

Audiences can expect plenty of laughs, especially as the characters give dating a try. “The bad dates are my favourite part,” Vanessa says. “Everyone will laugh – they’re just so real.”

Take A Chance on Me is a celebration of vulnerability, humour, and the courage to try again.

Whether you’re single, partnered, or somewhere in between, this production promises a night of genuine laughs and heartfelt moments.

Tickets available from humanitix.com.

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arrowtown village association news Urban Intensification

The hearings on the Urban Intensification variation to the District Plan as it relates to Arrowtown were conducted the week of 28th August 2025 in Athenaeum Hall.

The AVA would like to thank Mark Hosie, for extensive efforts coordinating The Friends of Arrowtown Village and our community's response to the proposed variation which could see increased building heights and greater intensification in Arrowtown's medium density zone. Mark has spent almost 2 years working on this project on behalf of the community. Due to the overwhelming public rejection of the proposed variation, The AVA supported this opposition and made our own submission at the hearings.

It is felt the hearing panel had a good understanding of the Intensification Legislation and seemed to appreciate and understand the presentations from both the lay speakers and the experts that presented Arrowtown’s case. We feel we got a very fair hearing and we are thankful for the opportunity to respond as extensively as we did.

From here, after deliberating on all the evidence, presentations and submissions, the hearings panel will make a recommendation to council based on their findings. The council will then make their own assessment of the proposal and consider the panel’s findings before voting on an outcome. We hope this will exclude Arrowtown from the variation as it applies elsewhere across the district.

Thanks to the community and our experts for your support, we now await the outcome with baited breath.

You can hear more from Mark by searching, “The Arrowtown Podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Nick Fifield – AVA Chairperson

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the flying kiwis Well done to Arrowtown's Harry Lightfoot (17yrs) and Auckland's Nathan Strachan (18yrs) on coming 2nd place in the B final of the Men’s Double Sculls in Lithuania, on 10 August at the U19 World Champs.

A super exciting race to watch with the kiwis thundering home, finishing 0.37sec behind the Swiss! They were 7th out of 23 crews – the smiles say it all. Well deserved lads!

Harry would like to thank all of you that supported him with encouraging messages and financial support on his amazing international rowing experience! Especially – Maxraft Qtn, Masonic Lodge Wanaka, Masonic Lodge Queenstown, 4 Sqe Arrowtown, Snow Rental Qtn, Bobby Stafford-Bush Foundation, Kent Wilkins Electrical, Skeggs Foundation, Community Trust South, Neat Meat, FergButcher, AJ Saville Builders, Thurston Electrical, Queenstown Lions club.

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SPRING FLOWER SHOW 26th & 27th September 2025 Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall Join us for a visual symphony of Spring!

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upcoming events

august – september

august

A Night of Fleetwood Mac

Athenaeum Hall 8 pm – Tickets $30

Rugby Legends Night Stories from the bench

Lake Hayes Pavilion 6.30–11 pm – Tickets $85

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The Ultimate Community Quiz Night

Arrowtown Primary School Doors 6.30 pm | $30pp

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Remarkable Theatre presents Take A Chance On Me

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm | Tickets $45

Creative Queenstown & Arts On Tour The Orange Box

Athenaeum Hall 2–3.30 pm Tickets $20 Adults, $10 Chlid

Arrowtown Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show

Athenaeum Hall Fri 12–5 pm | Sat 10 am–4 pm

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the orange box The Orange Box is a visually captivating story featuring handmade puppets, mesmerizing juggling, and enchanting circus artistry. Blending diverse puppetry styles with different types of juggling, the story follows a paper puppet stuck in the routine of a packaging office. When a map and a mysterious box appear, they spark his longing for change and set him on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Beyond entertainment, the show carries a deeper message, inviting us to step outside the box, where true magic unfolds. Join this one-of-a-kind adventure that transcends the ordinary and opens the door to the extraordinary. On 21 Sunday September, 2–3.30 pm, at the Athenaeum Hall. Tickets $20 Adult and $10 Child available @humanitix.com

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bringing our nations together What a stunning day Arrowtown turned on for the recent service with the New Zealand and Australian Prime Ministers. We started with a brisk –5°C frost, but right as the service began at 9 am, the sun lit up the top of the cenotaph spectacularly – perfect timing.

It was an absolute honour for the Arrowtown RSA to host both Prime Ministers. We’ve had the privilege once before, a couple of years ago, and it was wonderful to step into that role again. The service featured the Songbirds singing the national anthems, Rev. Dr. Carlton Johnson delivering a prayer, Sean Draper leading the ode in Te Reo alongside myself in English, and John Tevitodale piping us up. Selma Robert’s our MC , Our guests included the Arrowtown Fire Brigade, RSA members and Executive, the Queenstown Poppy Trust, and many locals – some who came along after hearing the whispers.

It’s always moving to see how the ANZAC connection brings our nations together, and it’s a sign of respect that they chose our little town. The Prime Ministers were genuinely impressed – captivated by the beauty of Arrowtown and the view from the cenotaph.

It was also a moment to pause, reflect, and remember how For any help with fortunate we are – especially with all that is happening in the world immigration matters, today, from Gaza to Ukraine. contact us: These events are a reminder that Helena Smith 027 834 5473 our freedom, safety, and stunning Wendy Baker 021 184 3309 country are things we must never hello@arrowtownimmigration.nz take for granted. www.arrowtownimmigration.nz It was a truly special day for our community.

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arrowtown school report It has been wonderful to see so many of our students achieving success across a range of disciplines over the past week. A special The entire range on display available at congratulations to and Eadie Palmer for her outstanding performance at the National Cross Country 18 Buckingham Street, Championships, toArrowtown Ciaran Henderson 021486620 for his brilliant efforts in the swimming pool, and to Thomas Foggo and Emily de Located in the Italian quarter between Lacey Little for Aosta theirandfantastic results in the Coronet Peak Dog Derby.

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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 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 handyman services Dux Property Services 027 777 3623 duxpropertyservices.co.nz 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 16

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 Colliers Candice & Vera 027 630 1283/021 059 6266 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 Roger Wilson 027 433 5353 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

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Club Day Thursday. New members welcome – coaching available – More info phone Susan 021 165 0862

Dorothy Browns Bookclub

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Meet the 1st Tuesday of each month at 10.30 am at the cinema. Newcomers welcome.

Arrowtown Entertainers

Mainly Music

Arrowtown Golf Club

Sundays 3 pm, Library Green. All welcome!

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.

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Club days–Mens every Wednesday & Saturday. Ladies 9 & 18 holes Thursday.

Phone the golf shop for more information.

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 Plunket

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Little fingers playgroup, Mondays 10–12 pm. Fun Fridays 10–12 pm. Remarkable Mothers group, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of Arrowtown Library 03 442 1607 Hours: Mon–Fri 10 am–5 pm. Sat 10 am– the month, 11–1 pm. Gold coin donation.

2 pm. Reading to Dogs: Tues 3.30–4.30 pm, All welcome. For all current information, LIKE the Arrowtown Plunket during School Term Time.

Facebook page.

Arrowtown Menzshed

027 284 8814

Shotover Country Music Club

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.

CClub day for this month Sunday 20th July from 1:30 – 4:30. Guest Artist Jenny Campbell from Cromwell. All welcome.

Venue: Arrowtown Community Centre, next to the Rugby Grounds. Contact: Barbara Kerr 027 229 7244

Arrowtown Scouts

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

Arrowtown Village Association

MON: Absolute Beginners ~ 9am-10am Beginners/Improver ~ 10am-12pm WED: Improver/Intermediate ~ 10am1:30pm Lake Hayes Pavilion. ALL WELCOME Cost $10. mollycrawford56@gmail.com

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

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.

Wakatipu Garden Club

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