The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 270

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four decades of festivals The town has officially wrapped up the 2026 Autumn Festival, and by all accounts, the milestone 40th anniversary was an absolute cracker that brought the community together in true historic style. Blending beloved decades-old traditions with fresh excitement, the event proved that four decades on, Arrowtown still knows how to throw a festival for all to enjoy.

The milestone year called for something special, and the festival delivered in spades.

A spectacular Fireworks Night lit up the crisp autumn night, providing a dazzling and fitting tribute to forty years of community spirit. In a nod to festival history, the iconic Beard Competition was resurrected this year. The entries did not disappoint, drawing crowds to witness some truly magnificent, locally grown facial foliage that would have made the town's original gold-mining pioneers proud.

Of course, the pinnacle of the weekend was the annual street parade. The old festival adage proved true yet again this year, demonstrating that it truly never rains on the Arrowtown parade.

Under clear skies, the procession was a smashing success and the Horticultural Society took first prize with their float. Buckingham Street was packed to the brim with spectators cheering on a vibrant display of creative floats, lively music, and community groups, creating an unforgettable afternoon atmosphere.

An event of this scale simply does not happen without an immense amount of community backing. Local businesses and groups went above and beyond this year.

A massive debt of gratitude to everyone who took part, volunteered, and decorated. In particular, a huge thank you must go to the hardworking festival committee for pulling off yet another seamlessly executed year. If this year’s festival was anything to go by, Arrowtown’s autumn magic is locked in for another forty years to come.

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arrowtown village association news ramshaw lane bus stop

In September 2025, a temporary bus stop was installed on Ramshaw Lane after the original stop, by the entrance to Hansen Reserve Car Park, was deemed unsafe by bus operator, Ritchies. The new location, overlooking the skate park, required the removal of 8 car parks, with 3 later retained for small cars. Since then, the AVA and APBA have worked with QLDC, ORC and Ritchies to explore alternative permanent options.

However, a Stantec independent review concludes that the current temporary location offers the best overall balance of safety, accessibility, operational efficiency and town-centre connectivity. The stop has not worked well in its current informal state, with cones, gravel surfaces and retained parking preventing buses from pulling fully out of traffic. If the site is properly levelled, formalised and upgraded, it is likely to become the preferred permanent bus stop later this year. millbrook corner

The AVA have been exploring safety issues at the entrance to Arrowtown.

The intersection of Arrowtown-Lake Hayes Rd, Berkshire St, Malaghans Rd and McDonnell Rd has often been the site of accidents caused by speeds and confusion over priority.

Crash data has been hard to source and inconsistent across agencies.

The AVA recently installed a sound monitor which recorded 6 car horns warnings in one day alone. Whilst we are a long way from a solution, we wonder how the community would feel about a roundabout about at this junction?

Nick Fifield – AVA Chairperson

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social animal A sharp new theatre production with a timely message is heading to Arrowtown next month, with Social Animal set to hit Athenaeum Hall on June 19, 7.30pm. Tickets $20 at humanitix.com.

The one-man show stars acclaimed New Zealand actor Stephen Papps and tells the story of Joe Quigley – a once-beloved TV detective whose life unravels after a careless comment destroys his public image.

As Joe struggles to rebuild his life, he unexpectedly finds companionship in a nervous former racing greyhound and a quirky group of local dog walkers, leading him on a journey of ARTS ON TOUR self-discovery far from the spotlight.

NEW ZEALAND PRESENTS Presented in association with Greyhounds as Pets, the production also shines a light on the future of racing Solo theatre comedy about a man, greyhounds in New a woman and a dog...

Zealand ahead of the industry’s planned closure in July 2026, when thousands of dogs will need homes beyond the racetrack.

Social Animal sees Papps take on a wide range of characters – both human and canine – in what has been praised as a standout solo performance.

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upcoming events

may – july

may

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Sean Kelly & the Super 8’s

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm

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Junior Rugby Quiz Night Email to register teams of 6

juniors.arrowtownrugby@gmail.com

28–5 July

Black – White – Inbetween

Lakes District Museum Gallery Opening night 28 May from 6 pm

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Stand By Junior Fundraiser

Arrowtown Club Rooms 6–10 pm

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Basin Bulls U13 Rugby Team presents Big Night Out

Athenaeum Hall 7 pm – late

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Madsen Productions presents Bee Gees Tribute Concert

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 pm

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AOTNZ & Creative Queenstown presents Social Animal

Athenaeum Hall 7.30 – 9.30 pm

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Cargo Brewery presents Graeme James

Athenaeum Hall 8 pm – 10 pm

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A night of Fleetwood Mac

Athenaeum Hall 8.30 pm

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Celebrate Matariki

Arrowtown Primary School 3.30 pm

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Kevin Fraser presents DECADANCE

Athenaeum Hall 8 pm – 10 pm

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Arrowtown Rugby Club 7 pm

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arrowtown school report Arrowtown School had a great day at the inaugural Wakatipu Schools Football Tournament earlier this month.

Ten Arrowtown teams took part, and Arrowtown won the year 5/6 boys, the Year 7/8 boys and the Year 7/8 girls sections.

Congratulations to all the players!

Year 7/8 boys team

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business directory accountants Mike Wallace–Management Services 43 Homeward Bound Dr 027 616 9007 bars/cafés/resturants Arrowtown Bakery 1 Ballarat Arcade, Buckingham St 03 442 1587 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 Unit 14, Royal Oak Complex, 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 Reflexologist Mark Hunter www.movingtostillness.com 021 804 990 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 plumber Queenstown Plumbing & Gas Ltd PO Box 250, Arrowtown 03 441 8071 12

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 Sotheby’s 50 Buckingham St 03 442 0121 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 & Health 1 Berkshire St 03 442 0144 Community Policing Centre 57 Buckingham St 03 442 1274 Fire Brigade 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

03 442 1905

Club Day Thursday. New members welcome – coaching available – More info phone Jill 027 619 5182 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

Dorothy Browns Bookclub

03 442 1964

Meet the 1st Tuesday/Wednesday of each month 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!

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

Phone the golf shop for more information.

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Arrowtown Scouts

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

Arrowtown Village Association

Whakatipu Line Dancers

0800 933 922

Little fingers playgroup, Mondays 10–12 pm. Fun Fridays 10–12 pm. Remarkable Arrowtown Library 03 442 1607 Mothers group, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of 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.

Arrowtown Menzshed 027 284 8814 Facebook page.

The Menzshed (Preston's Drive) is Shotover Country Music Club open daily for members. An annual fee Club day every third Sunday, from of $25 plus $2 donation per visit allows 1.30 – 4.30. All welcome. all facilities to be used for woodworking Venue: Arrowtown Community Centre, and community projects. New members next to the Rugby Grounds. Contact: welcome. Phone Russell Heckler Barbara Kerr 027 229 7244 027 2848814 for info.

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

020 4111 9081

MON: Absolute Beginners ~ 9am-10am Beginners/Improver ~ 10am-12pm WED: Improver/Intermediate ~ 10am1:30pm Lake Hayes Pavilion. All Welcome.

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