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2018 VIRGIN’S GUIDE TO SURVIVING QUEENSTOWN
2 VIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 EDITORIAL EDITORIAL
WELCOME TO
QUEENSTOWN
Kia Ora! Welcome to Queenstown.
Queenstown is like a miniature raving city, it’s a small town on
‘roids and you’re gonna love it.
It’s a highly condensed party zone, a bubble with scenic mountains
and a thriving international community. It’s a bit like New York. But
instead of the Stature of Liberty we’ve got a statue of a dude
called Rees and a sizeable sheep. Okay... maybe it’s not like New
York.
Queenstown is a cruel mistress, sometimes she loves you,
sometimes she gives you hell. But don’t worry, we’re here to
guide you through the first few weeks. We both arrived here with
a car full of baggage and a few hopes and dreams and now we’re
long-time residents with a few tricks up our sleeves.
That’s our first tip – however long you plan on being in
Queenstown, double it. You’ll hear the same old story again and
again form locals; their six-month stint in Queenstown became a
six-year-long rollercoaster ride.
For your first three months in town, expect to get in trouble at
work because you’ll be out on the town heaps. Harness your
ability to work hungover and always show up no matter how shitty
you feel because rent isn’t cheap when you’ve been sacked for
throwing up on the boss or not showing up at all...
Master the stir-fry, collect bar stickers and if you meet someone
who was ACTUALLY born and bred in Queenstown, shake their
hand for good luck (they’re like flipping unicorns around here).
There’s a lot of diversity in Queenstown, it’s a melting pot of
cultures!
Another top tip is to keep you friend count high. Queenstown is a
transient place and your best friend today might be gone in a few
months. Also, for all its worldly feel, this is still a small town and it
pays to be nice and not be a dick. Don’t be a big city Tinder player
in a small alpine town. Keep your good karma count high too.
Get involved in the local community, interweave yourself into the
fabric of Queenstown. Stitch yourself in by joining a sports team,
getting involved in an organisation or by volunteering. If you want
to stick around for longer than the winter season, this is a must.
Show Queenstown a little commitment and you’re more likely to
get it back.
And if you really want to stay in the loop with everything
Queenstown, check out our TV show, LWB TV. It’s Queenstown’s
very own, slightly alternative, channel. We do a regular run-down
of events, interviews with local characters and #AlmostJournalism
pieces covering hot topics around town. Who knows, if you stay
here long enough, we might interview you! You can find us on
Facebook and YouTube; give it a watch.
Henry & Lauren
4 VIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 FINDING A JOB
FINDING THE
RIGHT JOB
This region is often considered the Southern extra time and head to lwb.co.nz or download the
Hemisphere’s playground, so it’s hard to knuckle down Queenstown NZ app.
and work when you’re here for a good time, not a Another way to get ahead is to upload your CV to local
long time. However, unless you’re a millionaire, you’re job matchmaking site jobfix.co.nz. That way, employers
going to need a job to get you through the season. To can choose you before the job is advertised to anyone
get one, there’s a few things you’ll need first: else. Of course, you can also pound the pavements
• A valid work visa with a stack of CVs (Hint: MC Internet, O’Connell’s
• New Zealand Bank Account mall has a print service). Try to hit off-peak times as
• IRD Number – this is a unique tax number, apply a restaurant manager probably won’t want to chat to
for it ASAP via: myir.ird.govt.nz – it should take you mid-way through a busy lunch service.
two days to arrive if you apply online and have
opted to receive it via email. Note that you’ll need Working at a temping agency like Addstaff or
proof of your visa and your NZ bank account to Tradestaff is another good way to get a job right away.
get your IRD number. You can sound out a permanent job through them, or
work as a temp for the whole season.
The Hunt
Most people know you can grab a copy of the If you’re thinking about sticking around after your
Lakes Weekly Bulletin on a Tuesday morning with all visa has expired, start talking to your employer about
the latest job vacancies. But few know it comes out sponsorship. Without a firm job offer you’ll have no
online on a Monday evening; make the most of that chance – unless you marry a Kiwi.
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FIND YOUR CALLING
MAKE THE FIRST STEP SHOWCASE YOURSELF
REGISTER STANDOUT
Jobfix is designed to make finding a job and finding Jobfix allows you to customise the selections you
employees in this challenging market much easier. make during the registration process. You choose
Jobseekers register your details and then employers the key skills that showcase you, the best! Once
you match this with your CV you will be ahead of
can find you quickly. If they think you are a potential
the rest! Employers can easily access the right
candidate, they simply add you to their shortlist and
candidates when searching the website. You will be
then we provide them with your contact details. It
considerably better positioned when you first arrive
takes 3 minutes to register, go to jobfix.co.nz now!
in Queenstown.
www.jobfix.co.nz
VIRGIN’S GUIDE GETTING A BANK ACCOUNT 7
GETTING A BANK ACCOUNT
You’ll need a New Zealand bank account to get your IRD number.
This is a unique tax number which enables you to get paid (yippee!)
Most major banks like ANZ, Wespac and KiwiBank have branches in
Queenstown. You’ll need to pop in with the following:
• Proof of a New Zealand address – This can be a rental
agreement or even your hostel’s address (ask the hostel
manager first!)
• Your passport
• Your overseas Tax Identification number – Depending on
where you’re from, this might be called a national identity,
social security, personal or tax number.
• Copy of your working visa
• Cash (ten bucks is fine)
Most banks offer a free EFTPOS card (that’s a bit like a cash card), but
you’ll need to pay an annual fee (around $10) to upgrade to a Visa or
MasterCard which will allow you to spend online.
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ACCOMODATION
HOW TO
FIND A HOME
One of the few downsides to living in a Many rooms will require a bond of about one
world-famous resort, is that everyone else wants month’s rent in advance. Make sure you get a
to live here too. There’s a housing shortage in rental agreement, even if it’s just an informal
Queenstown so finding a room can be a pain in one, it’ll really help if things go wrong!
the arse. But, never fear! There are options out
there.
WHERE’S THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE?
Hostels are usually pretty full, but there may be
an opportunity to work for your accommodation. Fernhill – It’s cold but cheap, has a chip shop,
For a few hours’ cleaning work per day, you’ll get and you’ll get buns of steel walking up that hill.
a free bed in a staff room. It’s not ideal in the
long run, though. Queenstown Hill and Goldfield Heights –
Epic views and conveniently placed between
Neither is camper van-ing or freedom camping – Frankton and central QT.
this is banned in most parts of Queenstown and
to be honest, you’d need to be a polar bear to Frankton – Close to the supermarkets, but away
survive winter in an unheated van. from the bars.
The best option is hunting for a room in a shared Shotover Country and Lake Hayes Estate –
house. Most rooms go for around $200 - $400 Aka nappy valley. Chilled, but you’ll need a car or
dependant on size and location. It’s cheaper to bus pass to get around.
share a room with a friend or partner if you
can and many room prices include power and Arthur’s Point – Neat community with an en
internet (but it’s good to check). You can search suite ski field (Coronet Peak).
for rooms in the Lakes Weekly Bulletin or on
assorted ‘buy, sell and let’ groups on Facebook.
Alternatively, ask around at the pub – sometimes,
it’s who you know, not what you know.
You can also find whole apartments or houses
through local accommodation providers like
QAC; this is a good option if you’ve arrived
with a group of mates and are planning to
stay long-term. Expect to pay $500+ for a
two-bedroom furnished flat and $800+ for a
three or more bedroom house. Note that if you
go through formal channels, you’ll have to sign a
one-year lease and will probably need to arrange
your own internet connection etc.
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47 Camp Street, QueenstownVIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 11
KAI TIME
Hungry after a day in the snow? No worries – Queenstown is chocka
with great restaurants and cafes with surprisingly good value. New
Zealand is known for its café culture and it’s no different here; try a
hipster charcoal latte at Yonder or knock back a strong cup of joe
at Joe’s Garage.
For the terminally hungover, Red Rock’s $10 all-day breakfast is the
only cure. When it comes to burgers, you’ve got to do a Ferg burger
at least once, but if you’re on a budget, check out Public – you can
get 2 for 1 burgers simply by posting a selfie! Italian restaurant Bella
Cucina is also offering a great ski season deal, serving up dough
balls, two bowls of pasta, a pizza and salad for just $65. Miss Lucy’s,
a rooftop bar above Juicy Snooze, is another pizzeria with great
views and brews!
For a small(ish) town, Queenstown punches above its weight with
vegan and vegetarian options (hint: tap into this crowd on Facebook
via @QueenstownVegans). Check out Italian restaurant Farelli’s
super tasty vegan menu.
Meat connoisseurs on the other hand should head straight to Coalfire
where meaty dishes are plentiful and there’s live music Thursday –
Saturday. If tequila and burritos are your thing, Sombreros is your
new home and those who like sake and ramen will love Tanoshi.
As well as great restaurants, Queenstown has a bar for every kind
of drinker. Looking for good drinks deals? Head to 1876 or Surreal.
Chilled pub vibes? Pub on Wharf or The World Bar. Dancing in the
dark? Zephyr, Rhinos, Barmuda or Bungalow. Like quirky live music?
It’s got to be The Sherwood. Smith’s is the go-to for craft beers and
Winnie’s is our trademark loose party bar.
Have fun, but don’t be a dick. Befriend the security staff and head
for a pie at Night ‘n Day if you’re too trashed to enter the bar; New
Zealand’s drinking rules are stricter than countries like the UK and
you’re better off having a pie break than a conviction which could
get you booted out of NZ.12 VIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 WHERE TO EAT
Selfies are so last week.
Except when they get you two for one burgers.
Show us your best chairlife selfie posted as public-
posers to enjoy two for one burgers before 4pm any
day of the week. T’s&C’s apply
Public
03 442 5969 eat@publickitchen.co.nz Kitchen & Bar
Steamer Wharf, Beach St,
Queenstown • Open daily
from 11am - 11pmVIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 13
LAKES WEEKLY
VIRGIN’S GUIDE TO Arthur’s Point (15 mins)
Hylton Pl Arrowtown (25 mins)
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PICK UP YOUR WEEKY EDITION
The Lakes Weekly Bulletin is Queenstown’s go-to for gig listings, job
vacancies, restaurant deals and local trading. Each weekly edition lists
everything from second-hand toasters to the hottest gigs in town, room
vacancies to information about local sport clubs. One of the most widely
read publications in Queenstown, it’s an essential read for newcomers and
a staple for long-term locals.
Available online and on the streets; find it at lwb.co.nz or at one of the many
distribution points across central Queenstown, Frankton, Glenda Drive,
Remarkables Park and Arrowtown.18 VIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 SNOW
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW A
Queenstown’s been a kick-ass ski resort
since Coronet Peak first opened with a single
rope-tow back in 1947. You’ll be pleased to
know that facilities have been significantly
upgraded since then...VIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 19
W ABOUT THE SNOW
The Mountains Both Coronet Peak and The Remarkables offer
a few snazzy packages to get you started.
Coronet Peak boasts three high-speed chair They run from one day ($150) to the ultimate
lifts, three learner conveyor lifts (aka the four day learn to ski or ride package, Intro to
‘magic carpets’) and a tow bar. It’s got a terrain Snow ($599 outside of school holidays or $699
park and the longest run is the M1 at 2.1km. anytime). This includes rental gear, lift passes
Heidi’s Hut, accessible via the tow bar, is a and two, two-hour lessons each day with an
popular on-mountain hangout – it’s got great experienced and qualified instructor. At best,
local beers, Amisfield wine and possibly the you’ll be a pro in no time, at worst, you’ll have
best muffins on the snow. a great excuse to après ski with new mates.
Sounds like a win-win!
Coronet is the only place in NZ you can ski
beneath the stars – night skiing is on Wednesday,
Friday and Saturday evenings from 4pm – 9pm.
The sun goes down, the lights go on, fire pits How to Get There
are lit and the DJ pumps up the volume. Don’t
miss the three big Night Ski Parties this year; Coronet Peak is just a 20-minute (16km) drive
30th June, 25th July and 8th September with from central QT and The Remarkables is 40
top DJs Aroha, MC Tali, King Kapisi and Che minutes (24km) away. It helps if you have a
Fu (as Hedlok). four-wheel drive vehicle and snow chains.
The other local ski area is The Remarkables. Alternatively, hop on the ski bus from behind
It’s got a flash new base building and is known the Station Building on Duke Street. They run
for its terrain parks and epic off-piste technical every 20 minutes from 8am until 11.30am
terrain for those willing to work for it. There’s (noon for Coronet Peak) and return as they
seven terrain parks and four chairlifts. But fill up, from 1.30pm onwards. For night skiing,
it’s not all about the technical stuff – there’s buses leave on the hour from 4pm to 7pm
fantastic beginner terrain at The Remarks and return on the half-hour from 5.30pm to
accessible via three conveyor lifts, so it’s a 9.30pm.
great place to start if you’re a snow virgin.
Hitchhiking might see you standing in the
cold a fair bit (there’s no friends on a powder
day), so some clever buggers came up with
Snow Virgins snowpool.org – an online tool to request and
arrange car shares.
Never skied before? Don’t know about pizza
wedges and board edges? No worries. Our local
mountains are a great place to learn to ski or
snowboard. You can rent gear at the mountain
base, though you’ll need your own ski jacket
and pants, goggles and gloves (hint: check
out the Salvation Army for cheap snow-wear).20 VIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 OUT OF THE BUBBLE
OUT OF THE BUBBLE
Queenstown is a bub- Glenorchy is at the
ble. Hemmed in by the north end of Lake
lake, the mountains Wakatipu. It’s the
and the ski bum vibes, starting point for heaps
it’s essential you get of walking tracks and
out of town for a day or boasts an epic eco-
two and see what New friendly café and UNBELIEVABLE, BUT TRUE.
Zealand is really like. campground called
Camp Glenorchy. THERE’S LIFE BEYOND
Cromwell, with its
historic buildings, or- Then there’s Gibbston QUEENSTOWN
chards and quirky Valley, known for its
country pubs is just an unique combination of
hour away. The Gate vineyards and scenic
should be your first stop cycle trails. Sample
– an information centre, the best at the Gibb-
café, restaurant and ston Tavern, or make
cracking pub all in one. a weekend of it at the
Don’t be fooled by the classy Kinross Cottag-
town’s sleepy demean- es.
our, there’s a surprising
range of activities on
offer from wine tours to
paintballing.
Hunting lodge themed Five Stags Bar and Restaurant has evolved
from the need to provide honest, hard-working locals and visitors
from Queenstown with a welcoming, family friendly place to grab
a cold pint, a glass of wine or a great feed and share stories about
their day or week. Daily 11am to late, Ph 03 445 3648
Forage Information Centre & Cafe at The Gate, Cromwell could not
be better positioned for anyone hungry for food and refreshments
or thirsty for information and being able to make accommodation,
activities and tour bookings there and then. Daily 6am to 4pm,
Ph 03 445 3647
C N R H I G H WAY 8 B &
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GETTING AROUND
There’s heaps of ways to get around and top of the list is Queenstown’s new
public bus service, Orbus. Rides are just $5 each way, or $2 per ride if you
get a Go Card. Go Cards cost $5 and are available from the airport, the Camp
Street kiosk and on board. You can top them up with cash at the same locations.
Savy is an on-demand ride-sharing app that works a little like a communal taxi.
There’s also a smorgasbord of taxi services, independent taxis and taxi apps
like TakeMe and Uber in Queenstown. Ask nicely for the local’s rate!
Hitchhiking is a cheap and interesting way to travel too. Play it safe by
snapping a picture of the licence plate before you get in and send it to a friend.
Heading up the slopes? Try the ski bus from behind the Station Building on
Duke Street ($20 return).
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26 VIRGIN’S GUIDE WINTER 2018 CLUBS & ORGANISATIONS
CLUBS &
ORGANISATIONS
Get in with the local crowd by joining
a sports club or organisation. From
weaving to weightlifting, there’s
heaps you can get involved with.
We’ve listed a few favourites below,
but you find more on the Lakes
Weekly Bulletin Community Page.
Photography Club The Spectrum Club
Meets first Monday of each Queenstown’s Queer straight
month. 7pm at Holiday Inn, Alliance, LGBTQIA+ group
Frankton Road. for youth aged 15 to 24. Brand New
FB: @qtphotoclub FB: @thespectrumclubqt
Multi-disciplinary clinic
with all ACC accredited
Creative Writing Group Sustainable Queenstown
practitioners.
Fortnightly meetwwings Regular meetings and an on-
at Bound Bookshop for going discussion on how to
creative writers and those live sustainably and protect
Acute and chronic injury
interested in writing. Queenstown’s environment. management
FB: @QueenstownWriters FB: @sustainablequeenstown
• Manual Therapy
• Exercise prescription and
Dharma House Meditation Film Society education
This Buddhadharma medi- Screens hand-picked cine- • Soft Tissue Release
tation centre on Lake Street matic gems from world cin- • Dry Needling
• Pre/Post Natal education and
runs guided meditation on ema to the classics. Tuesday management Unit 2 Ramada Hotel, 24
Tuesday – Friday and Sun- nights from May to Septem- • Chronic Pain education and Hawthorne Drive, Frankton,9300
ber at Dorothy Browns Cine- treatment
day. All welcome, optional
donation. ma in Arrowtown.
www.queenstownfilmsociety.
www.dharmacentre.org.nz
FB: @qtdharmacentre co.nz Hour long $20 $15
consultations INITIAL
(ACC)
FOLLOW UP
(ACC)
Arts Centre Volunteering Central
This community gallery on Want to give back to the
Stanley Street has artists’ community? VC lists volun- Book Today
teer roles and supports vol- Manager 0276018846 Landline Reception 03 442 3773
studios for hire, classes and Website:https://physiotherapyqueenstown.co.nz
workshops. unteering in our community.
www.queenstownartscentre. www.volunteeringcentral.org.nz
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Emergency Services: Call 111
Queenstown Police: 11 Camp Street,
Phone: 03 441-1600
Queenstown Hospital: 20 Douglas Street, Frankton.
Phone: 03 441-0015
St Johns Ambulance: 10 Douglas Street, Frankton,
Phone: 03 441-4555
Queenstown Medical Centre: 9 Isle Street,
Phone: 03 441-0500
Mountain Lakes Medical: Level 1, 34 Grant Rd,
Frankton,
Phone: 03 442 7188
Wakatipu Victim Support: c/o Queenstown Police
Station, 11 Camp Street,
Phone: 03 441-1608
Immigration New Zealand: Phone: 04 910 9915 Exclusive licence to Global Publications Ltd
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Queenstown Lakes District Council: 10 Gorge Road,
Phone: 03 441-0499 | www.qldc.govt.nz Editorial content:
Alcoholics Anonymous: 03 442-3181 Lauren Prebble, Henry Youngman
Citizen Advice Bureau: 44 Stanley Street,
Phone: 03 442-6799 | www.cab.org.nz and Bethany Rogers
Gamblers Anonymous: 0800-654-655,
www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz Advertising/Production:
The Salvation Army: 71 Gorge Road,
Phone: 03 442-9661 Justine Till and Jodi Walters
Happiness House: 4 Park Street,
Phone: 03 442-6531 Design/Production:
Noise Control: Call QLDC on 03 441-0499
Esmée Zegers and Kevin Burrows
Queenstown Library: 10 Gorge Road,
Phone: 03 441-0600 Distribution:
Queenstown Post Office: 13 Camp Street, Kate Harrison and David Gibbs
Phone: 0800-501-501
Remarkable Vets: 53 Gorge Road, QT
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Wakatipu Youth Trust: 5/15 Oaks Drive, Frankton, The Mountaineer Building
Phone: 03 442-8115 Cnr Beach & Rees Streets
QT Cat Rescue: Phone Lydia 027 229 3121,
http://qcatrescue.org.nz PO Box 1546
Queenstown 9300
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