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BRAIN HEALTH WAKE-UP CALL: SIMPLE ADVICE FROM NZ MEMORY EXPERTS FOR BRAIN AWARENESS MONTH IN MARCH

March is Brain Awareness Month—an opportunity to focus on one of our most vital assets: our brain. While we often prioritize physical health, glowing skin, and strong muscles, none of...

Huka Lodge Reopens in Taupō, Ready for a Next Century of World Class Luxury Travel

New Zealand’s world-renowned, century-young Huka Lodge in Taupō has reopened on the verdant banks of the Waikato River following a considered, NZ$25million refurbishment led by owners Baillie Lodges. Affectionately known...

Countdown to Pasifika Festival 2025

Experience the best of Pacific culture, music, and food. Auckland’s iconic Pasifika Festival is returning in 2025, bringing together the vibrant cultures of the Pacific for a weekend of unforgettable...

Auckland Council AI initiative to boost customer experience

Auckland Council is set to trial AI technology that will help Aucklanders quickly access the council support they need, underpinned by Google Cloud technology. ‘Ask Auckland Council’ is a new...

Toi Ora Seeks Funding to Continue Vital Community Work

Arch Hill based Toi Ora, a member of the Creative Spaces Network, is seeking funding as multi-year support from Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage comes to an end....

Game on, tastebuds - here's a real-world snacking station Minecraft fans won't want to miss

By now, the household shoppers among us will be all too familiar with Minecraft Cubeez™, the adorably addictive buildable collectibles available at Woolworths. As Minecraft Cubeez™ stack up in shopping...

Win tickets to see ‘This is not a retrospective’

Get ready to party as Black Grace kick off their milestone 30th year with ‘THIS IS NOT A RETROSPECTIVE’, the ultimate interactive dance party at the Auckland Town Hall, Saturday...

Red Rabbit Brings Roasting Back to the Heart of Auckland with New Grey Lynn Roastery...

Opening Day Celebration – Free Coffee & Croissants on Saturday, 1 March Auckland, NZ – Red Rabbit Coffee is officially opening the doors to its brand new Grey Lynn Roastery...

Sarah Trotman: From Pride to Heritage, positivity abounds

Participating in the Auckland Pride Parade earlier this month, was an unforgettable experience that filled many with great joy. The atmosphere was electric, with a sense of unity radiating from...

Shead your skin party

The year of the snake party is being held at Garnet Station in Westmere on 8 March. Get Fierce and Shed Your Skin at Garnet Station ... their next party...

Wayne Brown to Stand for Re-Election as Mayor

Wayne Brown – Fix Auckland. “I’m asking Auckland ratepayers to back me to finish the job.” Wayne Brown tonight announced he would be standing again for Auckland Mayor in October....

The Waitemata & Gulf boundary changes – making the case to the Local Government Commission

Late last year, as part of a six-yearly representation review, the council’s ‘Joint Governance Working Party’ rejected the council officers’ Initial proposal which was to restore the ward’s original boundaries...

KELMARNA FARM FESTIVAL RETURNS – A CELEBRATION OF MUSIC, FOOD, AND COMMUNITY!

Get ready for a magical day of music, flavour, and farm fun! Kelmarna Farm’s much-loved annual Festival is back on Sunday, March 16th, bringing together the best of summer vibes,...

Ayurveda – The Art of Living Well

The Path to Deep and Restful Sleep. Do you struggle to get a good night’s sleep? Whether it’s difficulty falling asleep or waking frequently throughout the night, sleep disturbances are common...

Te Rimutahi - March 2025 Update

Te Rimutahi, the new civic space at 254 Ponsonby Road, is coming together apace as we enter the last few weeks of its construction. From the international award-winning designers at...

Letter to the Editor - Accident waiting to happen

Residents have asked Auckland Transport and the Waitematā Local Board to extend yellow lines at two intersections on Warnock Street to improve safety. Extending the yellow lines at the intersection...

ANZ hijacks Valentine’s Day with Love Stinks pop-up to expose romance scams

This Valentine’s Day, ANZ Bank New Zealand (ANZ) has specially created ‘Scammers Blooms’ to serve as a pungent reminder that, when it comes to love, things might not be as...

Flexible work spaces in the heart of Ponsonby

Join the vibrant Bizdojo community in the heart of Ponsonby and connect with a global network of over 3,000 locations in 120 countries! Enjoy flexible work options, collaborate with like-minded...

Letter to the Editor - Hideous behaviour at Western springs Lakeside Park

This is not the news we like to share! My name is Lydia Gillies and I have been asked by Gael Baldock to write a letter to Ponsonby News  explaining...

Mayor Wayne Brown

As we all settle into 2025, I hope you have had a chance to rest and replenish with your family and friends over what has proven to be a genuine...

BLACK GRACE TURNS 30 IN 2025

Founded by choreographer, creative entrepreneur and inspirational leader Neil Ieremia (ONZM) three decades ago with the motivation to provide a different perspective and fresh voice in the dance scene, Black...

Community at the forefront for Big Gay Out 2025

Big Gay Out is once again bringing rainbow and takatāpui communities together for a day of celebration, connection, and advocacy in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

It’s still cheap to park in the city centre at night

Free overnight parking will remain in Auckland’s city centre for another year, with Auckland Transport agreeing to allow more time to support economic recovery.

Hospitality NZ Supports Delay to Auckland Central City Overnight Parking Charges

Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) supports Auckland Transport’s decision to delay the introduction of overnight on-street parking charges in Auckland’s central city until March 2026.

Postie Bike Challenge - from delivering mail to delivering a vital message for kiwi males

It takes a special kind of human to load up a small motorbike, with a top speed of 80 km/hr, and head off from one end of the country to...

Motorists urged to look out for children as schools return

Schools across Tāmaki Makaurau will be welcoming students both new and old in earnest this week, and Auckland Transport (AT) is reminding motorists to be mindful of them. Getting children...

Rainbow Parade is Almost Here!

Get ready, Tāmaki Makaurau! The countdown is on – in just one week, Ponsonby Road will burst into a spectacular display of colour, pride, and unity at the Auckland Rainbow...

Flowers for Valentine’s are so last year...

That’s why Woolworths is offering something fresh (and delicious) this year. This Valentine's Day, Woolworths is offering a unique and practical twist on the traditional flower bouquet. The "Fresh Bouquet"...

ECLIPSE: PINK FLOYD ORCHESTRATED – PERFOMING THIS MONTH

For the first time in New Zealand, a Symphony Orchestra, a 10-piece killer rock band, three powerhouse vocalists, and a 20-person strong youth choir, faithfully re-ignite the awe-inspiring sound of...

News from Zebrano...

Hey style lovers... New season stock from top New Zealand, Australian, and international designers in sizes 14+ is arriving now. "Our lovely fashion gurus Julia, Jahna, and Bea can't wait...

Warning to Pet Owners:

Sand Ingestion in Dogs Can Lead to Life-Threatening Complications. As temperatures rise and dog owners flock to beaches and sandy parks with their furry companions, Pet Insurance Australia (PIA) urges...

Studio One – Toi Tū - Celebrating Rainbow Pride month...

Here is a glimpse of the events hosted by Studio One To Tu He Piko He Taniwha – Kahurangiariki SmithPublic artwork celebrating Auckland Pride Festival across Studio One – Toi...

Letter to the Editor...

As we settle into the New Year, I’ve been reflecting on the small changes we can make to improve our lives and our beautiful suburb. For me, that change has...

Rare First-Edition Harry Potter Book up for Auction in New Zealand...

A very rare, first edition, first state copy of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Bloomsbury, 1999) is part of Webb’s upcoming auction, The Estate. Globally, first-edition books from...

Johnston Associates: Companies Act Reform – it will affect you if you use a company!

New Zealand is undergoing the first major overhaul of the Companies Act 1993 (the Act) in over 30 years. This overhaul will have different practical effects for private v public...

Helene Ravlich: Happy 20th birthday, Two Hands Tattoo

I had my first ever tattoo done in Ponsonby, at Dermagraphic (now College Hill Tattoo Studio) almost 30 years ago. At the time, it was headed by industry icon Phill...

Fast Facts @Auckland Girls’ Grammar school

FAST FACTS: Auckland Girls’ Grammar School’s NCEA and UE results for 2024 are out – and they’re outstanding. Success rates are:NCEA Level 1 - 90.1% NCEA Level 2 – 94.7%NCEA...

Shop for gifts @ The Station Boutique

The Station Boutique offers a wide range of beautiful gifts that are ideal for Valentines Day as well as other occasions. Beautiful jewellery, true vintage fashion, cushions, glassware and amazing...

Sarah Mitchell Weston (PhD) ... The relationship between sleep, diet and health

Switch to sustainable this summer...

The new year is a great time to reset and remember why living clean is one of the most important decisions we can all make in life. So why not...

Sarita Solvig Blankenburg: Ayurveda – The Art of Living Well.

Alcohol – To Sip or to Skip During times of celebration, relaxation or even stress and boredom, the question of "How much is too much?” often arises when it comes...

Sarisa Nasinprom: Best Luxury Thai. Best Interior Design. Best Luxury Urban Escape.

When I entered Sa-Ni in the World Luxury Spa Awards 2024, I did so without expectation After all, we had been in business for just six months, and previous winners...

Ayurveda Autumn Cleanse Retreat

Hosted by Sarita Blankenburg and her Ayurveda New Zealand team at Parohe on Kawau Island from 27–30 March 2025, this retreat is an opportunity to escape the hectic pace of...

A sneak peek into luxury superyacht Scenic Eclipse:

We were among the lucky few who had the privilege of visiting the ultra-luxury superyacht Scenic Eclipse 2 during her inaugural season in Australasia. It is the world’s first discovery...

Ross Thorby: Cruising

There is an outstanding piece of infrastructure connecting Hong Kong to Macau – the Hong Kong - Zhuhai - Macau Bridge. An impressive piece of modern engineering, it spans 55...

Davenports Law: Trusts and Tax: The bill that could have been avoided

Kathy’s husband, Jack, had passed away three years ago. She and Jack had a trust which owned their family home, a small commercial unit which was rented out and an...

FREYA – The Ponsonby News Cat

Our charming and spirited cat is a creature of many quirks and peculiarities.

Phil Parker: What I did in the holidays

Taking advantage of a very slow early December, we booked a package trip to Tasmania. I had heard good things about the cool climate wines and green countryside. Other than...