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Posted 13 January, 2025

Around 8000 people turned out to the 109th Lake Hayes A&P Show on Saturday. Held at the showgrounds above Lake Hayes near Arrowtown, the historic annual event is always a popular big day out for locals as they kick into the new year.

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Join us on Saturday, 11 January, for the 109th annual Lake Hayes A&P Show, proudly supported by Queenstown Airport - writes Kate Hamilton - President, Lake County A&P Society

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Kinross’ wine garden is filled with sweet sound on Sundays throughout summer – and part of autumn. Musicians perform weekly from 3pm at the picturesque winery. It’s a family-friendly environment with a play area and sandpit, as well as a snack menu full of pizzas, platters and small bites.

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