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your local event guide & directory21 January – 3 February 2016

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contents

3 rickshaw run revisited

5 happy endings

6 classifieds

8 swim sensation

9 upcoming events

9 call for caddies

10 your flop-free recipe

11 #theloopsnaps

12 business directory

13 local club notices

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quote of the day

Life is either a

daring adventure

or nothing

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Hope you all had a great Christmas & New Year!We look forward to heating or cooling you this year.

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Contact us today for a free quote or 03 409 8468

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Arrowtown hair stylist Stacy Mctaggart knows anything can happen at work. One minute you’re giving a regular customer a trim, the next you’ve signed up to 12 days of hair-raising rickshaw racing in India.You may recall our coverage last year of Lisa and Ed Guy’s efforts at the Rickshaw Run. ‘Ed was telling me about it when I was cutting his hair,’ says Stacy. She was inspired, and shared that inspiration with former flatmate Jendi Paterson. ‘Jendi was about 6 weeks after breaking her leg, was bored and crippled, and it sounded like an adventure.’And what have they got themselves into? In April they’ll join 70 or 80 teams from all over the world and will have 12 days to cover more than 2500 km from Jaisalmer to Shillong in a rickshaw, dodging buses, bandits, cows, sand storms and rain storms.Stacy is going because she wants to see India, Jendi is in it to win it, but both are committed to raising funds for charity. They are paying their own way, so 100% of money donated will go to worthy causes. They’ve raised $1000 for a Cool Earth project to save 14.3 acres of forest for the Awajun people of Peru, and are now raising money for Rehabilitation & Disabilities Services, a Queenstown non-profit that supports people affected by disability, injury and illness.If you’d like to donate, Stacy and Jendi have a fundraising page (givealittle.co.nz/cause/rdsqueenstown). They are also planning a quiz night for early March. You can keep up with their exploits on the Rickshaw Run – Team Arrowtown facebook page.

rickshaw run revisitedArrowtown Volunteer Fire Brigade CFO Murray Forward is reminding locals and visitors that the district is still in a prohibited fire season despite the recent wet weather. ‘A bit of rain doesn’t eliminate the risk of fire as the vegetation will dry out soon enough,’ he says.The fire ban entirely prohibits fires in the open, except gas barbecues and gas stoves. That includes fireworks, campfires, charcoal barbecues and braziers, even outdoor pizza ovens or garden fires in permanent surrounds.Murray is also keen to reiterate that smoke alarms save lives. In New Zealand this year there have already been two fires in which someone died because they didn’t have working smoke alarms in their home. Don’t let the next one be you – install long-life photoelectric smoke alarms now.

total fire ban

Jendi & Stacy

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03 442 1890 www.dorhair.co.nz

Introducing Pro Fiber – our first long-lasting, recharging haircare programme for damaged hair. It starts in salon, and is prolonged by you at home; with over 7 years of research and 7 patents, you can prolong the in salon restorative treatments effect for up to 6 weeks

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happy endingsAmerican hitch-hikers Ian Siadak and Kate Howland thought they’d lost all their travel photos when they left their camera on the back seat of a stranger’s car. But thanks to the efforts of a chain of locals they were wrong.‘A lovely couple gave us a short ride from Lake Hawea to Albert Town,’ says Ian. ‘We watched them speed off only to realise we’d left our camera behind.’All they knew was that the couple was from Arrowtown and they drove a black hatchback. Not a lot to go on. Wanaka locals suggested some Facebook pages to post on, and Ian and Kate came to Arrowtown to put notices up with the help of the visitor centre and post office. ‘We did all we could and were just waiting with fingers crossed.’Meanwhile, Arrowtown’s Sue and Geoffrey Carter had found the camera in the back of their car but had no way of returning it. At

LazyDog café Sue told staff member Kelly the story. Kelly had some good ideas for how to get the camera back to its owners, so Sue left it with her.Sue also contacted the holiday park in Wanaka and someone there who saw one of the Lost Camera pleas passed Sue’s number on to Ian and Kate. ‘We called Sue,’ Ian says, ‘and she told us about Kelly. To our surprise, Kelly told us the camera was in Wanaka at her parents’ house. We just walked over from the lakefront and were reunited with it!’Ian says that lots of good people and good vibes went into getting the camera back. ‘We don’t think this would ever happen in the US. Thank you to the local community! You saved our trip!’

Open every day for

Our carefully crafted menu, our friendly service and

a cozy atmosphere brings the best of France to your

dining experience.

25 Ramshaw Lane 03 409 8946

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Breakfast & Lunch

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classifieds

real estateflatmateRoom available in Arrowtown to share with 3 others. For a single $175 a week incl sky and internet, single preferred but would consider a couple. Call/text 022 098 6022 to let3 bedrooms – Arrowtown, $650pw. Old & quirky Arrowtown house 50m from Main Street. Suitable for thos requiring somewhere allowing pets and smokers. OSP and outdoor space. Available immediately, 12 or 24 month lease available. Text 021 656 984 with your info20 Inverness Cres, large modern 4 bedroom home, 2 bathrooms, lovely sunny section available 15 February $680pw furnished, double garage. 021 161 0981wantedBuilder wants 2-3 bedroom house to rent. Semi-rural, rural, Arrowtown area or in Arrowtown. Anything considered. 027 308 6245

Arrow Thai Food – Wait staff wanted. Experience preferred and commitment required through to end of April. Please call in with your CV or email [email protected] Hair Company – SENIOR STYLIST with at least 10 years experience, for our ever growing clientele. With great rates of pay to work along side a great team. Have to be confident in all aspects of hairdressing and able to work alone at times as well as in a team. Submit your C.V. to Arrowtown Hair Co or telephone Nikki on 021 110 1414. LaRumbla – CHEF DE PARTIE – Full time position. Minimum 2 years experience. Enjoy working in a busy environment. Great opportunity to learn with a professional teamKITCHEN HAND – Full time position. General duties include washing dishes, cleaning, food preparation and presentation, having a laugh. Great place to learn. The above positions require your own transport to Arrowtown. Email CVS to [email protected] 021 286 8885Oddfellows Beauty Lodge – requires a salon manager. Must have a minimum 5 years Beauty and Massage/Salon experience and be able to lead a team independently as well as having administration skills. Full time position available now. Send CV and cover email to [email protected] Postmasters – FRONT OF HOUSE Full time positions available with immediate starts! Experienced Front of House superstar with a passion for great customer service and an ability to work well under pressure. Kitchen hand with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. A valid work visa and own transport are essential. Contact Maria at [email protected] Slow Cuts – CHEF Wanted for busy Arrowtown Eatery. Minimum 1 years cooking experience. Flexible hours, great rates of pay.FRONT OF HOUSE – Energetic, fun, motivated people are required, minimum of

situations vacantAvon – For the latest Avon brochure contact Gill Crooks 021 942 350 or [email protected] Physiotherapy in Arrowtown – Looking after the locals – Queenstown Physiotherapy now has three clinics a week at the Arrowtown Medical Centre. Anna is ready to help get you back out there. Call 03 441 0580 to make your appointmentDo You Need A Babysitter? I am a 14 year old high school student who is looking for some work. I can babysit or child mind and I’m available school holidays, weekends and evenings. I have completed a level 1 first aid course and I love kids. If interested call Nina on 027 227 3796for saleQuax Mountain Unicycle, 24” wheel with two tyres. $450 firm. 022 3172914Basketball AND1 boots, Red, worn 6 times indoors, size US11, UK 10, $70 022 3172914

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1 years experience in hospitality. Passion for food and service. Day/Evening shifts available. Minimum 6 months commitment required Current visa required. Both positions require your own transport to Arrowtown/. Email CVS to [email protected] 021 286 8885 Taste by Gibbston Valley – CHEF/COOK Cooking must be your passion, not just a job.We have a great opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic Chef/Cook to join the Gibbston Valley team based in Arrowtown. As a cafe chef you will take ownership of all aspects of service ensuring consistency and quality whilst assisting with menu creation and development. You must have experience as a Cafe Chef/Cook, have a passionate and confi dent approach to work, be well presented and able to remain calm under pressure. A competitive salary based on experience and qualifi cations; site based benefits; and company discounts. Fantastic work life balance as currently only open during the day. Suitable for a person that either lives in Arrowtown area or has a car. Position starts in late January. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via email [email protected] The Fork & Tap – We are seeking two full time bartender/wait persons to join our busy team at The Fork & Tap. Applicants must have a positive attitude & be able to work well in a team environment. Please send a cover letter with CV attached to [email protected] or call 021 488 878

p - 03 442 0032e - [email protected]

Phone Karen for availability

0-3yrs & 3-6yrs Hours 8 am-5.30 pm(optional sessions available)

• Plumbing, Gas Fitting • Drainlaying

• Electrical & Heat Pumps

• Heating & Ventilation

• Approved Fire Sprinklers

• Solar Hot Water • Water Treatment

Ph:03 442 0117 Cell:027 444 3323Email:[email protected]

Based at our Frankton workshop. You need office experience, basic computer skills and the ability to

work unsupervised. Working a minimum of 30 hours. Duties will include: Data entry and accounts

processing. Customer service and sales. Filing and archive maintenance.

Contact Zoe for more details or email your CV to [email protected] Ph 03 442 2114

OFFICE ASSISTANT

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KNITTING & SEWING CLASSES START NEXT WEEK

Monday & Tuesday evenings 7pm – 9pm For more info, visit us.

SUMMER HOURSNow open 8am – 6pm everyday

25 Buckingham St – Ph 442 0448

swim sensation

A whole lot of dedication and hard work have paid off for Arrowtown’s Kaleb Poole – the 10-year-old swimmer has qualified for the prestigious New Zealand Junior Championships in Auckland next month. Kaleb, who started out with Arrowtown Swim Club but moved to Queenstown Swimming Club so he could compete, currently trains four or five times a week year-round under head coach Albert Szilagyi.

Kaleb has qualified for the 50 m butterfly, the 50 m, 100 m and 200 m backstroke, the 200 m individual medley and 100 m breaststroke. Gracie Seeto also qualified for the 50 m and 100 m breaststroke to make the junior championships.

Kaleb’s mum, Paula Ryan, is immensely proud: ‘It’s great to see the hard work all the kids have put in has paid off.’

Kaleb Poole, coach Albert Szilagyi & Gracie Seeto

january – marchupcoming events

march

january

5 Motatapu Five different events to choose from

Glendhu Bay to Arrowtown www.motatapu.com

10 NZ Open Golf Welcome Party Great entertainment for the whole family

Buckingham St 5.30–9 pm www.arrowevents.co.nz

10–13 BMW ISPS Handa New Zealand Open Millbrook & The Hills www.nzopen.co.nz

23 Summer Concert TourHuey Lewis, REO Speedwagon & Melissa Etheridge

Gibbston Valley Wines Gates open 11 am – 6.30 pm

more info at www.ticketek.co.nz

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call for caddiesIt seems you don’t have to be a pro - or even a good amateur golfer - to take part in the 2016 BMW ISPS Handa New Zealand Open. You can be in the middle of the action on the fairways of two of our finest local courses another way.‘Caddies are a fundamental part of the event at both The Hills and Millbrook,’ says caddy master Andrew Whiley. ‘It does really help if they have some golf knowledge, but most importantly they need to be fit, keep up with the players and able to carry a tour bag around either course.’ Caddies, who start work on 7 March, receive $75 per day on average plus a tip, but Andrew says it is really about ‘taking part and being involved in the play’.And you never know whose bag you might be carrying. Among this year’s crop of caddies is Wellington man Jaimes Wood, who will be carrying the bag for defending champion Jordan Zunic for the second time. He describes last year’s event – his first outing as a caddy – as a mind-blowing experience. ‘It was great to be part of the winning team.’You can register your interest on the website (www.nzopen.co.nz/caddies) or contact Andrew Whiley at [email protected]. There is a $39 cost to register and all caddies receive a golf shirt and hat to wear while caddying and to take home as a souvenir.

BMW New Zealand Open

Kawarau Blue Pastries

Roll out pre-made puff pastry and cut into 4 cm x 4 cm squares. Line small muffin tin with squares (no need to butter). Place a 2 cm cube of Gibbston Valley Kawarau Blue in the middle. Sprinkle chopped rosemary and drizzle with honey. Bake for 15 minutes at 170°C (fan-bake). Allow to cool slightly before popping them out of the mold and serving.These make a perfect hors d’oeuvre and pair well with Pinot Noir or Shiraz.

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your flop-free recipe supplied by

03 442 186051 Buckingham St

www.theforkandtap.co.nz

Every Sunday in summer4-7pm

Every Sunday in summer4-7pm

24 JANUARY – Monty Bevins – loop petal guitarist

31 JANUARY – Noel Coutts & Ela

Every Sunday in summer 4-7pm

Yay one more show to go, forthis year!

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#theloopsnaps

add #theloopsnaps to your photographs on facebook or instagram & they might just win and make the next issue of the loop arrowtown.

A little morning hot chocolate

Arrowtown Sunset hitting Mt Soho

Life couldn’t get any better. Well maybe it could with some ice cream.

2 large pizzas

JANUARY’S

WINNING PIC

I wish you could see the world from my eyes

The Wright kids take their cousins to The Tap

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Streamline Plumbing Ltd [email protected] 7 Jenkins Place 021 774 481

retailDudley’s Cottage

4 Buckingham St 03 409 8162 Off The Wall Gallery

18 Buckingham St 03 442 0890 The Gold Nugget

43 Buckingham St 03 442 1877 The Jade & Opal Factory

30 Buckingham St 03 442 1654The Stitching Post

25 Buckingham St 03 442 0448

in an emergency phone........................... 111Arrowtown Primary School

9 Chalmers Place 03 442 1854Arrowtown Surgery/Doctors

Berkshire St 03 442 1215Community 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 03 442 0204 Tracey MacLaren 03 442 1347 Monika Fry 027 616 7236

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 03 442 0204

business directoryaccountantsMike Wallace–Management Services (Qt) Ltd

www.mgtservicesqt.co.nz 22 Advance Terrace 03 409 8374

bars/cafés/resturantsArrowtown Bakery

1 Ballarat Arcade Buckingham St 03 442 1587

Bonjour 25 Ramshaw St 03 409 8946

The Fork & Tap 51 Buckingham St 03 442 1860

bikesArrow Bikes

4/9 Bush Creek Rd 03 409 8140 child careABC Arrowtown Montessori

16 Wiltshire St 03 442 0032eventsArrow Events [email protected]

16 Cornwall St 027 633 1252 hairdressers D’OR Hair Stylists

Royal Oak Complex, Shop 14 Arrow Lane 03 442 1890

health & beauty Back On Track Physiotherapy

backontrackphysio.co.nz 03 442 6616Oddfellows Beauty Therapy & Massage

57 Buckingham St 03 442 0020 lawyersSimon Stamers-Smith buying/selling property

62 Adamson Dr, Arrowtown 03 441 2424plumbersBob Dennison Plumbing Limited

PO Box 191, Arrowtown 027 442 1051pbs-Plumbers and Building Services Ltd

4 Bush Creek Rd 03 442 0117

community services

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local club notices

FREE to place local club information, email details to [email protected]

Lakes District Celtic Society 03 409 8783 Meeting 1st Wednesday in every month at the Fork & Tap from 6 pm. Membership costs just $10 a year, or $15 for a whole family. LCF fun languages 03 442 0075 For children from 2 to 12 years old. Fun French lessons for preschool children and in school and after school for primary school. We do adult lessons too, in group or privately. Email [email protected] or visit our website www.lcfclubs.co.nz Little Yogis 027 866 7681Children’s yoga for ages 2–18 check out Little Yogis Facebook page – Contact Niki [email protected] or call for more info. Plunket 0800 933 922 Every Monday – Little Fingers Art/Craft playgroup 10 am–12 noon. Every Friday 10 am–12 noon Toddler Activities. Playgroup charge gold coin. For more info phone Lillie 021 027 91001 all welcome.Remarkable Kids 03 442 0785 Celebrating differences, supporting challenges - Meeting for parents and professionals at St. Margaret’s Church Hall in Frankton. Come along and discuss ideas for managing tricky behaviour.Shotover Country Music Club 03 442 0785 Arrowtown Hall, 3rd Sunday each month at 7.30pm All welcome. Cost Free. Contact Reg McTaggart at [email protected] Seeds – parent & toddler music group St Paul’s Cottage next to St Paul’s Anglican Church. Every Thursday morning in term time, 9:30 to 10:30. Half an hour of music with instruments and a short Bible story, then coffee/chat/play time. Free/Donation. Wakatipu Travel ClubMeets 2 pm on 4th Monday in the month at St John Ambulance Rooms, 10 Douglas St. Frankton. Interesting speakers. We welcome new members. Contact: June 442 2234

Arrow Line Dance Club 021 0284 0681 Beginner–intermediate levels. Weds 12.30–2.30 pm $5 at the Arrowtown Hall. Arrowtown Bowling Club 03 442 1905 New Members Welcome – coaching available. Ladies Day Wednesday–more info Diane Brash 027 338 8963Arrowtown Business Women’s Group Any and all local business women are welcome to register. Meeting every 3rd Wednesday at various places around Arrowtown. It is free to join but each event may have a charge to cover costs. Email Hayley Delport or Julie Hughes on [email protected] Arrowtown Entertainers 03 442 0132 Primarily a singing group of varying ages who love to provide heart-warming entertainment in Arrowtown. The group aims to put on a Christmas Concert in December and also concerts during the Arrowtown Autumn Festival. Contact: Alison Douglas at [email protected] Golf Club 03 442 1719 Club days–every Weds & Sat (men) Thurs (ladies). Phone the golf shop for more info. Arrowtown Tennis Club Fran 03 442 0774 Senior club nights every Tues from 6 pm onwards.Arrowtown Village Association Join the Arrowtown Village Association, the voice of Arrowtown. We work to protect and enhance the unique character of our town. Visit arrowtownvillage.co.nz to learn more.Dorothy Browns Bookclub 03 442 1964 Meet the first Wednesday of each month at 10.30 am at the cinema. Newcomers welcome.

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