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Goodbye to Sidart

We are gutted to learn of the closure of Sidart in the heart of Ponsonby. This photo was taken at one of the restaurants Tuesday Test Kitchens. Owner and chef Lesley was often trialing new things and for a while they had an Italian menu. We went for a posh night out and it was always incredible - the food was always interesting and the ambiance and service always got a 10 out of 10.

Tart Bakery in Grey Lynn wins Supreme at Inaugural Vegan Pastry Awards

It was a close contest for the Vegan Society Pastry Awards, with some very excellent entries in this first year of operation.

Amplifying Kiwi Music: A Natural Fit for RUBY

RUBY is an eminent fashion label from Aotearoa. Known and admired for designs that truly embody their Rubette community, RUBY’s clothing allows customers to feel a sense of belonging and support.

Lisa Prager: Weeds and Wildflowers

There are two very important things you have to do before 11 October. 

Future Leaders Back Safer Cycling for Auckland...

Forty candidates vying for leadership roles in Auckland’s upcoming local elections have pledged to prioritise the creation of a safe, connected cycling network across the region.

Te Rimutahi — OCTOBER 2025 Update

Since the formal opening of Te Rimutahi, the new civic space at 254 Ponsonby Road, on 17 May this year, the Community-Led Design group (CLDG) has shifted from an advocacy role to one more aligned with that of a guardian.

our annual Seedling Sale is back at Kelmarna Community Farm

Get your garden gloves ready – our annual Seedling Sale is back and it's better than ever with coffee, live music, delicious treats and fun activities for the whole whānau!

FREAKOUT: HALLOWEEN ON KARANGAHAPE ROAD

Halloween is creeping up, and Karangahape Road is throwing its biggest FREAKOUT yet.

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Ponsonby News has been published on the first Friday of every month, excluding January, since 1989.

About us

Ponsonby News has been published on the first Friday of every month, excluding January, since 1989.

About us

Ponsonby News has been published on the first Friday of every month, excluding January, since 1989.

About us

Ponsonby News has been published on the first Friday of every month, excluding January, since 1989.

About us

Ponsonby News has been published on the first Friday of every month, excluding January, since 1989.

About us

Ponsonby News has been published on the first Friday of every month, excluding January, since 1989.

About us

Ponsonby News has been published on the first Friday of every month, excluding January, since 1989.

About us

Ponsonby News has been published on the first Friday of every month, excluding January, since 1989.

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  • Andrew Tindall and Caitlin Worth

    Andrew Tindall and Caitlin Worth sent us this photo from their recent holiday in Iran. The photo was taken by a local boy in Naqsh-e Jahan Square (also known as Imam Square) in Esfahan, Iran.

  • Trudi Nelson

    Local resident Trudi Nelson tells us, “As usual, a mighty fine Ponsonby News read. I was at the Vietnamese temple before the moon season celebration in Hanoi.”

  • Kelly Brown

    Kelly Brown is part of the Foxes Island Wine team tells us, “I have been meaning to send you this photo snapped of me at home in New York, standing in front of the World Trade Center Memorial Reflection Ponds. A special place for me - this photo reflects my two homes - New York City and New Zealand.”

  • Emma Badeia

    Emma Badeia of the Depot Artspace in Devonport loves reading Ponsonby News. During her lunch break, she took a moment to check out the Depot ad and article in the September Ponsonby News Arts + Culture section.

November Advertising Deadline extended!

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