Close to What You Love, Designed for What’s Next
For those who know this part of Auckland well, its appeal has never been just about location. It is the familiarity of the neighbourhood, the ease of being close to...
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CANDACE KINSER: NATIONAL PARTY CANDIDATE FOR AUCKLAND CENTRAL
Auckland Central should be the front door to New Zealand: confident in itself, safer in its streets, and open for business again. When I arrived in New Zealand in 1998,...
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Letter to the Editor
Barfooting up the Wrong Tree Kia Ora StephenCome on mate... keep it real!The Gypsy is an iconic taonga and vital hub of the community.Please dig deep and do the right...
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Mike Lee: That 7.9% rates rise
If you believe Auckland is being fixed, then I have a bridge to sell you. There has been quite a bit of media coverage over the past few weeks about...
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The Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover Returns for 2026
The Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover is back from 24 June, bringing the cheesiest, tastiest, most inventive toasted sandwiches to menus across Aotearoa. For six weeks over winter, 200 venues...
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Journey Under the Stars with K'Road this Matariki through Music, Art and Food
As the sun goes down on Thursday 9 July, Karangahape Road will come alive with art installations, kai, storytelling and a free celebration featuring Ladi6, Halfqueen, Mā with full band,...
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Why Does My Dog Smell?
The hidden health reasons behind bad odour, gas and itchy skin. Every dog owner knows the familiar "wet dog" smell after a swim or a walk in the rain. But...
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News from Little Leys Library
July is of course, Matariki. It is a time for whānau to come together and enjoy one another’s company. It’s also time to reflect on the past and prepare for...
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Desley Simpson: Deputy Mayor of Auckland
Meet the marine newborns - seaweed IVF begins a new chapter for the Gulf When I visited the hatchery at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s recently, I didn’t expect to find...
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FareShare and Rising Fuel Costs – A Smarter Commuting Solution for NZ Businesses
With rising fuel prices placing pressure on household budgets across New Zealand, commuting by car has become expensive for many employees. For businesses, this creates an opportunity to provide meaningful...
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Tūhono Light Trail Matariki herenga waka, Tāmaki herenga waka
As the nights grow longer, the city lights up for Matariki. Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland Council are pleased to present Tūhono - an immersive...
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Ross Thorby: The land that could kill you
We departed the Bay of Islands that April evening, to sail across the pond for that land inhabited by everything that could kill you, snakes, spiders, sharks, kangaroos and of...
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Te Rimutahi - July 2026 update. Rimu tree.
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. Te Rimutahi also refers to...
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WAYNE BROWN: MAYOR OF AUCKLAND
Let's get Auckland growing in the right places For many years Auckland has been grappling with where we put future housing and how we accommodate growth. Recently, Auckland...
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Faces at Grey Lynn Farmers Market – The Sour Maiden
Mangawhai-based Willow Banbury sells colourful jars of Sour Maiden kimchi, sauerkraut, and bubbling ferments, under a red gazebo – she’s at Grey Lynn Farmers Market fortnightly. Where did you grow...
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Aucklanders cycling in record numbers – biggest May in ten years
Auckland is fast becoming the cycling mecca of the South Pacific, with a huge surge in people jumping on their bikes on both weekdays and weekends. Following a 20.3%...
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Ayurveda: The Art of Living Well
Breathwork for Manifestation: Listening to the Wisdom of the Body After returning home from my trauma release training in Bali a month ago, I knew that bringing this work to...
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One ‘door’, less paperwork: Auckland Council’s new digital Hospo Hub is taking the headache out of licensing
Free one-stop online service giving hospitality businesses a single point of contact for food, alcohol and outdoor dining licensing advice Provides a simplified solution to the thousands of businesses with...
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Driven by design: Polestar NZ welcomes David Nash as brand ambassador
Polestar New Zealand has announced David Nash as its New Zealand brand ambassador. To celebrate the partnership, Polestar and The Wine Room by David Nash will host a seasonally refreshed...
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NEW WORLD VICTORIA PARK
Planning and design work for the rebuild of New World Victoria Park has reached an important milestone, with concept designs now complete and the project moving into its next phase. ...
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TWILIGHT TALKERS PONSONBY
You know that flutter of nerves before speaking in front of people — the racing heart, the dry mouth, the hope that someone else gets picked first? We’ve all been...
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Thousands prepare to go alcohol free this July as cancer diagnoses continue to rise across Aotearoa
With less than a month to go until Dry July begins, New Zealanders are being encouraged to sign up and go alcohol free for 31 days to support people affected...
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Matariki ki te Manawa returns to Auckland’s city centre this Matariki
As Tāmaki Makaurau comes together to celebrate Matariki, Matariki ki te Manawa returns to the city centre with illuminated art, storytelling, augmented reality and live performance inspired by the people,...
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The Studio of Tableware’s Winter Stock Clearout
It's time for a clearout! Shop now at The Studio of Tableware’s Winter Stock Clearout and save BIG on their fantastic range of quality tableware, dinnerware, cutlery, glassware, cookware, kitchenware,...
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Bookshops, publishers, audiobooks and booksellers' picks: Aotearoa's book industry celebrates NZ excellence
2026 Book Industry Awards Finalists announced for Bookshop of the Year, Publisher of the Year, the Booksellers Choice Award and Audiobook of the Year. Every book that finds its way...
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Talking to Tim Dove, Owner/Strategic Director, Re:brand, Ponsonby
Tell us about Re:brand. Some history? Re:brand is an evidence-led branding and strategy agency with offices in Ponsonby and Wellington. We started in 1999, which in agency terms makes us...
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Could Ina Babic Make Miss Universe New Zealand History?
Sixteen years after representing New Zealand on the international pageant stage, Ina Babic is back, this time with the opportunity to become the first 40-year-old woman to win the Miss...
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The Great Kiwi Music Festival
The Great Kiwi Music Festival to debut on Waiheke Island next Waitangi Weekend with the biggest line up of NZ bands on Waiheke ever with Th’Dudes, Jordan Luck Band, Stellar*,...
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BATCHED Launches New Jamaretto Sour - the winter cocktail set to redefine at home indulgence
A modern twist on a classic cocktail is arriving just in time for winter, bringing jammy fruit flavours, premium craftsmanship and effortless entertaining to Kiwi consumers. A new generation of...
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Sweat That Saves Lives: UNICEF and Les Mills Unite Kiwis for Workout for the World
UNICEF Aotearoa and Les Mills are calling on New Zealanders to get moving by taking part in Workout for the World, a global fitness fundraising campaign raising money for children...
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Whānau Marama NZ International Film Festival announces Big Girls Don’t Cry as Opening Night film
Fresh from a wildly successful run at Sundance, Big Girls Don’t Cry will have its NZ premiere as the Opening Night film at this year’s New Zealand International Film Festival, kicking...
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From a Tin Shed in Tasmania to Stages Across the World, South Africa’s Viral Culture Comedian Is Coming to NZ
Kevin Fraser built a global comedy empire from nothing. Ten years in, the world can't stop watching, and New Zealand knows why. There was no stage manager. No venue. No...
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COELIAC AWARENESS WEEK 2026: TOGETHER WE CAN THRIVE GLUTEN-FREE
Coeliac New Zealand highlights the role understanding, support and community plays in living and thriving gluten-free. This June, Coeliac New Zealand is leading Coeliac Awareness Week (15 – 21 June...
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Marlon Foundling and the Circus of Lost Children
A spellbinding new novel from New Zealand author James Russell. A story of survival, belonging, and the extraordinary magic of the circus. Best-selling New Zealand children’s author James Russell returns...
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Contemporary Pacific art pioneer Fatu Feu'u reflects on life and legacy at Auckland Museum
Papali'i Fatu Feu'u ONZM, one of the most influential figures in contemporary Pacific art, will reflect on a lifetime of creativity, cultural leadership and advocacy in a special public conversation...
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Tourism pioneer AJ Hackett Bungy NZ prepares to launch new world-first experience
Tourism pioneer AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand is set to launch the world’s highest lift-and-descent ride at Auckland’s iconic Sky Tower this month. SkyRide is a new 192-metre high vertical...
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Celebrate World Refill Day with Ecostore
Diary Date: Sunday, 21 June. On this day ecostore will be offering 10% off all bulk refills - don't forget to bring your empty ecostore bottles to participate. ...
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Crying Ivy from Western Springs College - first place winners in the Smokefreerockquest for the Auckland Central region
Crying Ivy are four-piece alternative psych band from Western Springs College-Ngā Puna o Waiōrea and Saint Kentigern College. With two single releases already under their belt, Crying Ivy are quickly...
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MECCA reimagines its iconic Ponsonby location with an elevated new beauty destination
MECCA, Australia and New Zealand’s ultimate beauty destination, today officially opened its elevated new Ponsonby store, marking the next chapter of the brand’s nearly two-decade journey in New Zealand. Located...
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Walk-in businesses know their regulars
They just can't reach them. An Auckland founder launches flock, built for walk-in businesses that want to bring their regulars back on demand. Every week, thousands of customers walk into...
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AT sets new road reno record
Auckland Transport (AT) is in the final stages of delivering its largest ever annual road maintenance programme with over 480 kilometres (km) of Auckland’s roads having been repaired and resurfaced...
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Matariki Herenga Waka: Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei invites everyone to celebrate Matariki
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei is welcoming people from across Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond to come together for Matariki Herenga Waka, a city-wide celebration of the Māori New Year led by mātauranga...
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Gypsy Tea Room in Richmond Road is being forced to close
I’ve been to a large number of public meetings in my 22 years of editing and publishing Ponsonby News. I attended one last night, where a crowd of around 200...
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Pawgust 2026 Walk for Them, So They Can Lead the Way
Join the PAWGUST Challenge This August... This August, Kiwis are being encouraged to leash up, step out, and walk for a good cause as PAWGUST returns to support the next...
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AUCKLAND COMMUNITY GROUPS INVITED TO APPLY FOR UP TO $10,000 THROUGH KINETIC'S MOVING COMMUNITIES FUND
Community groups, schools, sports clubs and not-for-profits across Auckland are being encouraged to apply for support through Kinetic's Moving Communities Fund, with grants of up to $10,000 and additional in-kind...
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Auckland’s leading cultural organisations unite for a region-wide Matariki celebration
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s leading cultural organisations are coming together this Matariki to deliver a region-wide programme of events, experiences and activities that celebrate connection, reflection and wellbeing. The coordinated programme...
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Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Matariki Planting Day
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei is welcoming people from across Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond to come together for its annual Matariki Planting Day on Saturday 20 June. The planting day is part...
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David Hartnell's One Minute Interview with Janice Willis from Elderly Assist
We have all heard the lovely dulcet tones on the Newstalk ZB radio adverts, “Hi, I’m Janice from Elderly Assist.” I asked her when and how did she come up...
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Truffle Season is back at Bar Albert and voco Auckland this June
Mozzarella & Co. and Bar Albert at voco Auckland City Centre are marking winter truffle season with a line-up of truffle-infused dishes, cocktails, and a bespoke baked camembert that's making...
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Grey Lynn Baptist Church back in the day
My late husband and I got married in the Grey Lynn Baptist Church in March 1975. It was an unbelievably hot day, I had three bridesmaids and the Rev Taylor...
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