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Spark Arena, 29 January 2026 You may have glossed over Zed on this mammoth lineup, but this is why you always see the opening act. For the lucky ones, we...

Construction is soon to begin on a new retail and office building at the top end of Ponsonby Road, shaped by years of consultation, design work, and careful consideration of its place within the neighbourhood.
The dream of peace, unity and acceptance remains strong, yet headlines around the world continue to be dominated by hate, conflict and division. New Zealand is not immune. At a time when many communities feel increasingly marginalised, the need to visibly celebrate diversity, inclusion and respect has never been more important.
Mind-Body Martial Art Practice Now Available at Grey Lynn.
Marty Richards (and Marley his French Bulldog) have just opened a new laundry called Laundry Heaven, right next door to Hell Pizza on Richmond Road.
House Coffee New Zealand supplies coffee machines to domestic consumers and offers servicing options for a range of different brands and models, most notably the new Rocket Evoluzione Espresso machine.
Spark Arena, 29 January 2026 You may have glossed over Zed on this mammoth lineup, but this is why you always see the opening act. For the lucky ones, we...
Playcentre’s free Messy Play Week event for whānau with children from birth to school age is being held again this year from Monday 2 March to Friday 6 March at...
Aucklanders are guaranteed a little extra sunshine this summer, as Auckland Live presents Helios - a breathtaking, larger-than-life artwork created by renowned UK artist Luke Jerram. Arriving in New Zealand...
Making its Festival debut with a young and brilliant showcase of classical musicianship, the city’s oldest chamber orchestra presents not one but three concertos and the world premiere of a...
The name Te Rimutahi translates to the lone Rimu tree, referring to a sacred tree that once stood where Ponsonby and Karangahape Roads intersect today. For Mana Whenua, Te Rimutahi...
If it floats, powers, paddles or pulls up dinner, The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show is calling all boaties and fishos back on deck this May. Dropping anchor at...
Our summer of events at Kelmarna keeps on rolling throughout March. Next up is Kelmarna’s Little Kai Festival - an alcohol-free, family fun afternoon on Sunday 8th March,11am to 4pm. ...
Being a pet owner to a companion animal is far from a one-way street. While many of us imagine that as the humans in the relationship we set the tone,...
In the lead-up to ANZAC Day, Gallipoli’s human stories take the stage. Auckland audiences are invited to experience one of Aotearoa’s most moving theatrical works when acclaimed actor and playwright...
After delighting Auckland Pride audiences in 2025, award-winning theatremaker and Ponsonby resident Hamish Annan brings Before We Begin back to Basement Theatre for a three-night send-off season. A naughty, playful, surprisingly tender experimental...
Kiwi band SIX60 delivered personalised farewell messages over the international departures PA system and performed in the departures hall as part of Auckland Airport’s 60th anniversary A 10-metre lyric art...
If you missed out last year, now is your chance to witness hundreds of monarchs take flight in a spectacular release that returns to the Auckland Botanic Gardens...

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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.
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 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 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.
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