Award-Winning Design Meets Mixed-Use Innovation in Auckland’s CBD: Templeton Group’s ABSTRACT development in central Auckland has been recognised across two separate categories at the 2025 Property Industry Awards. ABSTRACT received...
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Nominations for Auckland’s local elections open on Friday 4 July, and with elections looming on the horizon in October, so far only a few candidates have publicly announced they’re standing....
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Andres Sanchez’s handmade chocolate is one of the delicious surprises you can find at Grey Lynn Farmers Market on Sunday mornings. Where did you grow up? I grew up in...
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The Waitemata local board plays a vital role for communities within the city centre and inner city and residential suburbs including Ponsonby. Like the other 20 local boards across Auckland,...
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Te Rimutahi has been a long, long time coming. The need for this community amenity was first identified by a Boffa-Miskell report in 2000, with the site at 254 Ponsonby...
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Cyclists can now cross the Auckland Harbour Bridge Auckland Transport (AT) is gearing up for the next phase of its bikes in buses trial from July 2025, aiming to make...
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The Herald have just announced a fire has broken out at New World, Victoria Park. Frightened shoppers told the Herald an alarm went off and they had to flee, abandoning...
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Just in time for the winter, Ardbeg has launched a new limited-edition whisky called Smokiverse, available in very limited quantities at Glengarry Ponsonby. Crafted by Ardbeg’s whisky wizards, Smokiverse was...
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Returning for its fifth year, Iconic Auckland Eats celebrates the best flavours and must-eat dishes that our great city has to offer. Nominated by the public each year, Iconic Eats...
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How have picture framing changed over the years, what are the most popular frames? When I first starting framing back in the 80s not a lot of thought went into...
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I am writing to formally request clarification and an explanation regarding the recent cutting of two lavender bushes that were growing on my property, with some overhang of one onto...
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Major rail upgrades to bring more frequent and reliable services mean no trains will be running from Friday 20 June to Monday 23 June 2025, as essential upgrade works are...
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On 20 September 2025, philatelists and collectors will get the chance to purchase New Zealand’s rarest stamp, the Taupō Invert. This unique specimen, a 4d Lake Taupō stamp from the...
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On a brilliant sunny afternoon on Friday 16 May on Waiheke Island, a visionary conservation project, 15 years in the making, finally came to fruition. A murmur of anticipation went...
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You may be aware that NZ Post plans to shut the small but busy Post Shop at 320 Ponsonby Road, Three Lamps, in July. Their motivation is to make NZ...
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As the chilly wind and rain of winter sets in, there's a perfect reason to step outside and get moving: the Pawgust challenge! This August, join forces with your dog...
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A new dawn rises on Franklin Road with the opening of Blue — a café by day, wine bar by night, and all-round celebration of conviviality, creativity and considered hospitality. ...
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Brown Brothers has just released its 2024 Moscato and Sparkling Moscato – two fresh, flavourful wines that offer all the enjoyment of wine with a naturally lighter alcohol content. Perfect...
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There’s still time for Aucklanders to give feedback on the future use of Western Springs Stadium. The consultation, led by Auckland Council and Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU), includes three options...
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Led by the passion of owner and director Louise Oliver, White Spa and Float Lounge in Herne Bay believes in positive, mindful beauty therapy solutions and taking a holistic approach...
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Te Rimutahi – Ponsonby’s New Civic Space It was great to attend the recent opening ceremony for Te Rimutahi – the wonderful new public space at 254 Ponsonby Road. However,...
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A French and Paris-trained Patternmaker. I’m Emma Gaultier, a French and Paris-trained patternmaker with a background in some of the most renowned Haute Couture houses like Chloé, Louis Vuitton, Mugler,...
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Building and maintaining a clean FBT history is crucial for Compliance, and valuable in a business sale context. Maintaining good FBT records is essential for IRD compliance, especially as the...
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Communities and Residents (C&R) is pleased to introduce its strong team of seven candidates standing for the Waitematā Local Board in the 2025 Auckland Local Body Elections. New C&R...
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MOTAT is blowing out the candles and bringing home gold, with Te Puawānanga crowned International Exhibition of the Year at the 2025 Museums + Heritage Awards in London – just...
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Costume designer Katrina Hodge is the founder of Handcrafted Modern, a curated online store that connects artisan makers with people seeking enduring, sustainable objects for the home. With a focus...
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A visit to the Kelmarna Community Farm shop is more than just a transactional shopping experience. It’s actually a step into the inner world of the farm where philosophy meets...
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Led by the passion of owner and director Louise Oliver, White Spa and Float Lounge in Herne Bay believes in positive, mindful beauty therapy solutions and taking a holistic approach...
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Imagine your own household where costs have spiralled, savings have thinned and too much has been borrowed to cover everyday expenses. The priority has to be to rein in that...
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Great news, Auckland! As your Deputy Mayor and Chair of the Revenue: Expenditure and Value Committee, I'm thrilled to share that we've not only met but exceeded our full-year savings...
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I’m Anne Batley Burton aka the Champagne Lady and Pussy Cat Lady as seen on 'Real Housewives of Auckland’. I’m an importer of Champagne Jacquart and Montaudon and I also...
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While sometimes political decision making can seem far away, we see the results of those decisions all around us in our day to day lives. That’s why, last month,...
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My mother started smoking because she married a smoker. Then one day she announced that she was giving up and she did, but not everyone is as strong willed as...
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I'm writing this article from Parliament on Budget Day. Just earlier, the Finance Minister announced she has repurposed funding allocated for fair pay for women by cancelling 33 active...
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Arthur and Annamarie Dixon farm an organic orchard near Katikati, bringing their produce to Grey Lynn on Sunday mornings. What were you doing in Auckland before you moved to the...
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Ponsonby News asked them to tell us a little about themselves. I am whakapapa to Ngāti Kahungunu in Waiohiki and grew up in Hawkes Bay. My husband is French and...
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I am constantly amazed each day that I look at the map and discover where on this beautiful planet we are and what ports we have still yet to explore....
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Make your mid-week evening dazzle with sensational live music at Auckland Phil’s new Six-thirty Session event on Wednesday 25 June in the Auckland Town Hall. With a 6.30pm start time...
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Escape, Heal, Restore: An Ayurvedic Day Retreat for Winter Wellness. In the depths of winter, it’s easy to feel sluggish, uninspired and a little out of balance. This is precisely...
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Soloists Somi Kim, piano & Amalia Hall, violinConductor David Sharp – Mozart magicSunday 15 June 2.30pm St Matthew’s Chamber Orchestra presents to you not one but two of new Zealand's...
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Get ready to cruise into 2026. Whether you're a seasoned traveller or simply seeking a break, a cruise offers an unbeatable mix of relaxation, adventure, and value. Forget complicated logistics—just...
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To celebrate Griffin’s Chit Chat with more chocolate and a new shape, Griffin’s and Little ‘Lato have joined forces to create an epic biscuit gelato, loaded up with fresh NZ...
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Ever thought about what you’d do if elected as mayor, ward councillor or local board member? If elected in October 2025, you’ll be part of a team that calls the...
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An international road safety expert based in Auckland condemns the city’s move to raise speed limits across over a thousand residential streets, town centres, and major public transport hubs. “No...
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If your land is subject to an easement granting rights to the neighbouring land you need to tread carefully. The recent case of Wimax New Zealand Limited v Fuge involved...
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Freida Margolis, 440 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn, 1021 Your favourite cosy wine bar is flipping into market mode! Once a month, Freida’s throws open its doors for a morning of...
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A bold new chapter in the Brick Bay Folly programme has begun, with the unveiling of Yellow Post, a vibrant architectural sculpture standing 11 metres tall on a newly activated...
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Ponsonby Rugby Club calls for support to stay at Western Springs. Ponsonby Rugby Club is today calling on Auckland Council and the wider community to recognise a simple truth: there...
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MOTAT is blowing out the candles and bringing home gold, with Te Puawānanga crowned International Exhibition of the Year at the 2025 Museums + Heritage Awards in London – just...
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Hear about it. See it in action. Experience it for yourself.Saturday 21 June 10:30am – 1.30pmYour first taste of the F45 experience – no pressure, just good fun. We’re opening...
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