THE DODGY SPEEDWAY SCAM EXPOSED.
Western Springs Speedway Association in Auckland (WSSA ) have achieved a ground breaking result with the lodging of the case for a High Court Review of the moving of Western...
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Dick Armstrong Second Hand Dealer, Dylan and Keir, Jervois Road...
Robin Morrison was a renowned Aotearoa New Zealand photographer best-known for his unpretentious portrayal of landscapes, everyday lives and unique architecture. From 1970 until his untimely death in 1993, he...
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PONSONBY MARKET DAY IS BACK ON SATURDAY 10 MAY TO CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY!
Mother’s Day Market Days are popular in the hood and we enjoy seeing our community choosing gifts for the special people in their lives. Please get involved and start planning...
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Acclaimed Vegas show-maker returns to Wellington’s WOW
Las Vegas-based show maker Brian Burke is promising to bring audiences closer to the action than ever before with his fourth World of WearableArt (WOW) Show in Wellington, as tickets...
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Hotel Indigo Makes Its New Zealand Debut in Midtown Auckland
Hotel Indigo Makes Its New Zealand Debut in Midtown Auckland IHG Hotels & Resorts’ boutique lifestyle brand, Hotel Indigo, has made its New Zealand debut with the official opening of...
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Ian Foster: Opinion Piece - Speedway. 3/4/25
This is not an artists impression. This is reality. A perfectly good speedway stadium. Built by Auckland City Council for the people of Auckland and opened in 1929. Supported by...
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Democracy Broken – Auckland Council Sued by Speedway & Community Group...
Democracy Broken – Auckland Council Sued by Speedway & Community Group... The Western Springs Speedway Association has filed at the High Court for judicial review against Auckland Councils Speedway consolidation...
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One door closes and a new one opens…
Chand (pictured above with Sid) tell us, "We took this photo when we first opened Kol in November 2022. Going into business is always a risk but if you don’t...
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Freya likes to tap quite a lot - the Ponsonby News cat
Freya likes to tap quite a lot...It's a common behaviour for cats to tap their owners to get attention. This behaviour can stem from their natural instincts and social...
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Oncore Auckland Central
We asked a local homeowner about their recent experience when upgrading their rental property. “When our tenants moved out of our rental property, we decided it was time to give...
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Xtra Edge Self-Defence
Xtra Edge is a reality-based self-defence system that provides practical skills and a mindset to protect you and enable you to live confidently and freely. At the system's core is...
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Johnston Associates: The Importance of Financial Due Diligence when Purchasing a Business
When purchasing a business or rental property, proper due diligence is critical to ensuring a sound investment and avoiding unforeseen risks. While the commercial and legal aspects of an...
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Ross Thorby: “A being who strives for enlightenment”
When the doors were flung open this morning, the ship was enveloped in the musky smell of the ages. I've been here before, that is a very familiar aroma. A...
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Te Rimutahi - April 2025 Update
There are some days when being a community advocate for a local park is a battle and it seems like an uphill struggle*. Then there are other days when...
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Helen White: Community safety and citizen’s arrests
Recently, the Government announced its move to allow individuals to make citizen’s arrests. I am really concerned about this. Locally, where individuals have intervened and put themselves at risk...
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Classic Historical Charm
76 Crummer Road, Grey Lynn, was built in 1916, standing out in a suburb now largely defined by classic timber villas. Its unique architectural features connect to the post-WWI housing...
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Mike Lee: St James Theatre restoration finally gets the green light
…and Waitematā & Gulf boundary changes overturned by Local Government Commission. On 27 February, Council’s Governing Body confirmed the formal agreement between the council, Government and the owners to enable...
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Gael Baldock: Pasifika, a shadow of its former self
In the 1980s, Grey Lynn and Ponsonby were the heart of the Pacific Island population of Auckland before the state housing was removed and the people were all moved to...
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Wayne Brown: Mayor of Auckland
Building greater connections and enabling growth while not forgetting the importance of heritage that is very much part of our Ponsonby community, is a focus for me. We have much...
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Chlöe Swarbrick: Member of Parliament for Auckland Central Co-Leader of the Green Party
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland should be famous for our beautiful natural environment, vibrant arts and culture and creativity. For our food, our parks and our Waitematā. Unfortunately, right now, if...
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News from Kelmarna Community Farm
Doing your weekly vege shop at the on-site Kelmarna shop is a wonderful way to stock up on your fresh, organic, and seasonal produce whilst supporting the farm’s essential work. ...
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Desley Simpson: Community Drives Fundraising for Auckland Domain Nature Playground
Pukekawa/Auckland Domain holds special significance as Auckland's oldest and one of its largest parks, attracting visitors and tourists from across the region and world. As Auckland continues to experience urban...
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David Hartnell: One minute interview with Glenn Peters
Glenn Peters is the designer and owner of Sleeping Cat Creative — a full-service agency specialising in design, branding and marketing. What do you like the most about Ponsonby? The...
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The Natural Funeral Company: Honoring Lives with Care and Compassion
John and Tanya Schipper are the new owners of The Natural Funeral Company, based in Eden Terrace. They purchased the company from Chris Foote one year ago. Chris was one...
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Clay Works Potters’ Market 2025
St Columba Anglican Church in Surrey Crescent, Grey Lynn is one of those churches that punches above its weight. One well-known example of this is the community haakari (lunch)...
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Sarah Trotman: Thanks for sharing your views on how we spend your rates
I am elected to represent you and the people of Waitematā, which includes Parnell across to Grey Lynn. So, it was a real pleasure to attend the Grey Lynn and...
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It is sad news that Kol restaurant on Ponsonby Road is closing
The restaurant’s last service will be dinner service on Sunday 11 May, Mother’s Day. As Chand says, “We encourage you to use up any active vouchers by this date. A...
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Letter to the Editor - Safety and sustainability
Safety and sustainability don’t appear to go hand in hand Sharing pavements with bicycles and e-scooters has become distinctly treacherous for pedestrians who require eyes in the backs of...
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The Emperor’s New Clothes – Western Springs Speedway and the Mayor...
The last six months have witnessed a disturbing abuse of process in the eviction of speedway from their internationally acclaimed home of 96 years. Formal complaints sent to Council highlighting...
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Parking prices set to rise 50c per hour across Auckland...
Auckland Transport’s parking prices will increase by 50 cents an hour to keep up with the higher costs of keeping your city moving. The change will come into effect...
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New law to enable roadside drug testing a positive step
The AA is welcoming a big step forward today towards Police being able to conduct roadside saliva tests on drivers for drugs. Legislation to allow Police to use testing devices...
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Keep Your Pets Safe This Easter:
Pet Insurance Australia Shares Crucial Holiday Safety Tips for Cats and Dogs With Easter around the corner, Pet Insurance Australia is urging pet parents to be aware of hidden seasonal...
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Kate Watson: The changing face of Karangahape Road...
Rendells. George Courts. McDonalds. Margaret. Mercury Theatre. Guadalupe. Rising Sun. Late night Thursdays. This was the K Road of my youth. But how many Zillennials would make the connection between...
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Final chance to feedback on Auckland Council’s Annual Plan
Consultation on the plan closes at 11.59pm on Friday 28 March and all Aucklanders are invited to have their say on the council’s plans for the year ahead. The plan...
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Naomi Faifai: A cultural conversation expressed in colour
Mixed media, a combination of colours and an assortment of motifs make for an exciting expression of identity for South Island artist Naomi Faifai. Where once, she confides, she would...
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General Collective’s Final Market at Ponsonby Central
After a decade of partnership, General Collective will host its final market in the Sapphire Room at Ponsonby Central on Sunday, 30 March 2025. Since 2015, this boutique market has...
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Experience to the fore in City Vision’s team for Auckland Council
City Vision has selected an experienced team to bring progressive leadership for a better city to the 2025 Auckland Council elections. Current Councillor Julie Fairey and Local Board member Jon...
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Win tickets - a Double pass to Waiheke Jazz & Blues Festival 2025
An unmissable Easter weekend of live music on Waiheke Island... Easter weekend just got a whole lot smoother. The Waiheke Jazz & Blues Festival returns in 2025, offering four days...
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GIVEAWAY - a family pass - 4 tickets for PEPPA PIG’S FUN DAY OUT LIVE!
Tour NZ for the very first time in 2025... Peppa Pig is back touring New Zealand for the first time since 2018 in her oinktastic stage show, Peppa Pig’s Fun...
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EASTER AT ST MATTHEW’S
The labyrinth of river stones returns to St Matthew’s in the week leading up to Easter Day. The labyrinth is open and available for walking on Monday 14 and Tuesday...
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FACES AT GREY LYNN FARMERS. MARKET
Karen Ugarte can often be found at Grey Lynn Farmers Market on Sunday mornings, selling her Ghee That’s good! Where did you grow up?In Santiago, Chile. I loved all the...
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NEWS FROM KELMARNA COMMUNITY FARM
Fresh from the awesome success of its revitalised Festival in March – beautiful weather, 3,000 visitors, live music, food and workshops - Kelmarna Community Farm is focusing on its core...
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Showing at Allpress Gallery in Freemans Bay - In the Ngahere
An Exploration into the Symphony of Solitude: By Ngahuia WilliamsWithin Te Taiao o AotearoaA solitary expedition through the landscape resonates with the echoes of what captivates the soul in moments...
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'Detective Stanley and the Mystery at the Museum' by Hannah Tunnicliffe and Erica Harrison
Local author and illustrator duo, Hannah Tunnicliffe and Erica Harrison, met at the school gate where both their daughters attended primary school. They quickly worked out that they shared a...
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AYURVEDA - THE ART OF LIVING WELL
Ancient wisdom for Modern Hair Care: Ayurveda’s approach to Hair Loss Hair loss is a common concern that affects both men and women, causing distress and affecting self-esteem. While it's...
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Te Rimutahi - April 2025 update
There are some days when being a community advocate for a local park is a battle and it seems like an uphill struggle*. Then there are other days when everything...
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Fitness run pays big dividends for Westmere woman
Westmere’s Lisa Ottaway got a lot more than she bargained for when she took part in the Sculpt Women’s 6k fitness event at Britomart in November last year. After completing...
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BARFOOT & THOMPSON: NEW SPACE FOR SUCCESS
Ponsonby is renowned for its lovingly restored buildings and impressive villa renovations, and now one of its longest-standing real estate offices has had a transformation of its own. Barfoot &...
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Vibrant ‘World of Cultures’ Festival returns to Tāmaki Makaurau
Auckland Council is delighted to announce the return of World of Cultures – a vibrant multicultural festival that offers Aucklanders a chance to share and enjoy the diverse cultures from...
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Alter8 are Auckland's Home Renovation Specialists
Thinking of doing some home improvements? Wanting to add an extension on your home? Desperate to upgrade the bathroom or do kitchen renovations? Not sure what to do next? "You...
