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New dog bylaw helping to maintain a safer environment

With warmer weather and longer days summer is a great time to head outdoors with your dog but expect a fine if you flout the rules, Auckland Council’s Animal Management’s Kerri Fergusson says.

Gym Kids @ Leys Institute Library and Gymnasium has closed

It is with great sadness that Gym Kids needs to advise that the Leys Institute Library and Gymnasium has been closed by the council for the foreseeable future.

Young Striker Shoots For the Clouds

If you asked any young footballer what his dream is, chances are he’d say to play in the World Cup Finals.

The old Ponsonby Post office and the flag

A few beers and a yarn in early December among a group of yachting friends including a visiting ex St Mary’s Bay resident Aussie, led to debate over the tattered remnants of the national flag still flying above the old Ponsonby Post Office.

Richard Northey: WAITEMATA LOCAL BOARD CHAIR

The new Waitematā Local Board, including its five energetic new members, has got down to positive work.

Local Identity With A Proud Family Heritage

Gerry Hill is well known in Ponsonby and following his battle with Motor Nuron Disease (MND) he passed away at 10. 05am yesterday.

“Walk and Collect Weekend” event intended to help beat the litter battle

Volunteers are pledging to collect a bag of rubbish in their local community during the “Walk and Collect Weekend”, a Facebook event which is quickly gaining momentum and expected to exceed 1,000 participants.

Summer starts at Auckland’s Night Noodle Markets

Plan your visit with the event map and full menu out now.

From the Editor

For us, Christmas is a great chance to gather with family and friends. Our two Scottie’s loved having people around over summer.

Finn McLennan-Elliott: Summer is upon us!

With that comes a plethora of excellent music events and festivals. Ponsonby News has you covered; here are some of the best things you could get along to, both indoor and outdoor.

Elaine Ferguson and Matt Johnson an unrivalled Ray White Duo

With Elaine’s degree and a background in psychotherapy and design and Matt’s previous service in the New Zealand Police Force, this Ray White property duo brings a versatile yet well-balanced dynamic to the table.

It’s time to say goodbye... 111 Shelly Beach Road, St Marys Bay

This much-loved family home proudly occupying an elevated position on a vast (1300m2) north facing, sun-drenched site with stunning 180 degree views out to Westhaven Marina, the glittering harbour, Rangitoto, the cityscape and beyond, offers a truly rare opportunity to secure premium real estate in this most sought-after St Marys Bay neighbourhood.