Green Drinks: Earthquakes, Energy and Queenstown's Future
A community evening on how a major Alpine Fault earthquake could cut Queenstown's power and fuel, and what households and businesses can do to prepare, with talks and a panel including QLDC and local energy groups.
- when
- 27 October 2026
- where
- Arrowtown
- cost
- Free
- kind of event
- Books and talks
From Humanitix, Green Drinks: Earthquakes, Energy and Queenstown's Future, checked 6 October 2026.
| When | Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 6:30pm to 8:30pm |
| Where | Arrowtown Community Centre, Jack Reid Park |
| Cost | Free general admission ticket; optional donation |
| Good with kids | Not aimed at children |
| Organiser | Sustainable Queenstown (opens in a new tab) |
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Getting there
Arrowtown is 21 km from central Queenstown, about 25 min by car (SH6 to Lake Hayes, then Arrowtown-Lake Hayes Road; or Malaghans Road). Without a car: Orbus Route 4 direct, or Route 1 then Route 2 via Frankton Hub, $2.50 with a Bee Card.
Routes and ride times: Arrowtown by bus. Every Orbus fare is $2.50 with a Bee Card.
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Source: Humanitix, Green Drinks: Earthquakes, Energy and Queenstown's Future, checked 6 October 2026. The description is ours. Dates are New Zealand time and plans change: confirm with the organiser before you travel for an event, and if you spot a change email hello@queenstownpocket.com.