We’ve been well aware Arrowtown is a gem for a long time, but now we’ve got confirmation of that from Keep New Zealand Beautiful: Arrowtown is a finalist in the Most Beautiful Small Town category of their annual awards.

The Beautiful Awards celebrate the environmental excellence of communities, businesses, schools and individuals in New Zealand. Keep New Zealand Beautiful CEO Heather Saunderson says, ‘We have had some amazing nominations this year, that show, by working together, we will come out of this pandemic a stronger community and a stronger nation, with a more sustainable future. All of the towns and cities finalists have worked hard to secure a spot in the top six.’

Each finalist has demonstrated sustainable and environmentally conscious behaviours across four key areas: Litter Prevention and Waste Minimisation, Community Beautification, Recycling Projects and Sustainable Tourism. The last phase of judging – Arrowtown is up against Waiheke Island – will be completed by Keep New Zealand Beautiful CEO Heather Saunderson and wellness author Rachel Grunwell.

For over half a century Keep New Zealand Beautiful have been at the forefront of driving environmental change through the education, inspiration and empowerment of communities across New Zealand. The Beautiful Awards is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the efforts of all Kiwis, in particular, those who have gone above and beyond to help Keep New Zealand Beautiful.