A New Chapter for Kiwi Classical Stars: Meet the Korimako Trio For three decades, violinist Helene Pohl and cellist Rolf Gjelsten were the cornerstones of the New Zealand String Quartet. Having toured the globe,...
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Art has the power to connect people, tell stories and create lasting impact. This August, those qualities come together in 100 Works for Mercy, a unique fundraising auction supporting Mercy Hospice...
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Elevate Father’s Day with BATCHED Espresso Martini 725ml paired with The Remarkable Chocolate Co. Chocolate Bark. A rich, indulgent pairing designed to treat Dad, where bold coffee meets smooth chocolate,...
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A captivating journey through the life and legacy of the Titanic, featuring more than 200 objects and personal artefacts from both passengers and crew members. More than a century after...
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A star-studded Kiwi expat homecoming marks NZ Opera’s first production of Bizet’s early masterpiece in over two decades New Zealand Opera has unveiled details for the highly anticipated return of Georges...
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On Sunday 13 September Auckland will be marking a major milestone for the future of public transport. The City Rail Link is opening to passengers Infrasructure Comnmunications Person Lisa Lee...
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What if we decided to invest in ourselves? Our communities, our country, our jobs, our infrastructure, our places, our events and our economy? What if our money circulated locally to...
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The Auckland Mushroom Festival has unveiled its full programme, with events taking place across Karangahape Road from 12–15 August. The four-day micro-celebration will see K’ Road transformed into a vibrant...
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The large sinkhole that recently opened on Hackett Street in St Mary's Bay is more than a local curiosity. It is a serious warning. As Auckland continues to debate Plan...
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Te Aho Tapu - The Sacred Thread, weaves together ancestral techniques and contemporary design at NZ Fashion Week Historical collections from the whānau of tohunga raranga, Dame Rangimārie Hetet...
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Helen Tufui launches Hit Kit® as concussion claims top 33,000 annually Former All Blacks captain Sam Cane has become the official ambassador for Hit Kit®, a rapid response concussion kit,...
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A celebration of craft, provenance and the very best of Aotearoa New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW) has recently announced an exciting collaboration with Auckland’s acclaimed bakery and hospitality brand Daily...
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Friday 31st July & Saturday 1st August Visit Ligne Roset this Friday & Saturday to claim your free George & Edi mini tin candle*These cute mini perfumed candles are crafted...
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Defective flats plans, more commonly known as defective cross-lease titles, are surprisingly common and often go unnoticed until a property is being sold, refinanced, or investigated by a solicitor. At...
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Recently we wrote our Annual Impact Report. It gave us a wonderful opportunity to bring together all the strands that make up Kelmarna Community Farm as we gathered our stories...
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AKL PHIL: SHEKU & ELGAR Clock off work and head to the concert hall for one of classical music’s biggest young stars — superstar cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason joins Auckland...
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Many people think that once a couple is married, in a civil union, or in a qualifying de facto relationship, everything either person owns automatically becomes “relationship property”. That assumption...
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For too many Aucklanders Plan Change 120 has become another chapter in an increasingly time-consuming, confusing battle to defend the peaceful enjoyment of their homes and properties. PC120 and its...
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This morning I woke up to find Auckland Transport taking out the one-way system on Crummer Road and Scanlan Street. We residents were not consulted by AT about the...
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Rotten food, nappies and sour milk among recycling's biggest contaminants... One wrong thing can contaminate an entire load of recycling. Recycling contamination is on the increase and costing ratepayers $3.5m...
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The 2026 Think Kind Student Competition has officially launched and we would love your help in spreading the word of this great cause, benefiting children, schools and the community. ...
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Just a few minutes from the cafés and boutiques of Ponsonby, Auckland’s future is being shaped by the stories and voices of its creative young people. From its home in...
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We know people turn to AI tools for all sorts of things including when they're getting ready for tax time, and that's not a bad thing in itself. When used...
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Ahead of the official opening of Karanga-a-Hape Station, Karangahape Road is inviting Aucklanders to First Thursdays on Thursday 6 August for a one-night-only celebration. The iconic event returns to K...
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$500,000 available through Auckland Council’s Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund for waste reduction projects. Applications open 1–31 August 2026 Grants from $1,000 to $50,000 available to community organisations, schools and...
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In recent weeks there has been disturbing and escalating coverage of the ‘toxic culture’ that exists within Auckland Council, even managing to recently embroil the popular Ponsonby News. In one...
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Long part of the Cloudy Bay story, The Shack at Cloudy Bay Vineyards is taking centre stage as a private luxury stay, now available for private bookings. This secluded vineyard...
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For retailers dealing with rising fuel costs and tightening margins, The Spring Gift & Homeware Fair solves a real problem: sourcing stock from multiple suppliers under one roof. No driving...
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Aotearoa Food Rescue Alliance welcomes Food Waste Amendment Bill to strengthen food rescue and reduce food waste The Aotearoa Food Rescue Alliance (AFRA) welcomes the Waste Minimisation (Food Waste) Amendment...
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Auckland Council's Policy, Planning and Development Committee has today approved proposed changes to Plan Change 120 for public notification. This gives Aucklanders another opportunity to have their say on the...
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Ban Aldin brings her artisan olive oil to Grey Lynn Farmers Market fortnightly, Where did you grow up? Baghdad, in Iraq. I loved living in a big city but some...
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From fruity breath to yeasty paws, your dog's smell could be an early warning sign of something far more serious than many owners realise. Most dog owners expect wet noses,...
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The Free Speech Union is calling out Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown for emailing the editor of Ponsonby News with the warning that "your paper will die" if it published criticism...
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Ponsonby helps put Auckland on the Michelin Map! What a fantastic moment for Auckland and for New Zealand’s hospitality industry! The arrival of the Michelin Guide in Aotearoa is a...
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In the Waitemata Local Board area there are approximately 45,882 private dwellings and 33,756 businesses. Waitemata ratepayers have also “enjoyed” some of the highest rating valuation increases as a result...
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This month, something new. Albariño (pronounced Al-Ba-Reenyo), is a Spanish grape variety with crisp, citric and fruit flavours. The main home of the albariño grape is the lush and...
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Auckland Council is taking applications for the 2026 Regional Historic Heritage Grant Programme. Tāmaki Makaurau has a rich history, with heritage buildings and archaeological sites around the region being tangible...
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Sofar Sounds is teaming up with Suite Gallery for 'Songs from a Gallery' - an intimate evening where live music meets local art. What: An intimate showcase featuring three incredible...
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New Zealand’s largest wastewater project now fully operational, unlocking major environmental benefits for generations to come. Auckland is set to reap the environmental benefits of Watercare’s Central Interceptor wastewater...
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Mana whenua involved in the City Rail Link (CRL) project today carried out Mahi Ōkawa (formal blessing) of the new CRL stations. The eight iwi of the City Rail...
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Aotearoa New Zealand’s finest performers and artists will come together in Tāmaki Makaurau for MAHUTA Matariki Concert, a highly anticipated annual celebration showcasing top-tier kaiwaiata (singers) and storytellers of Te...
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Because adults deserve school holiday fun too. Kids get all the fun during the school holidays. Meanwhile, the adults are left juggling work, activities, snack requests and endless cries of...
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The gumdrop’s out of the bag. Whittaker's has revealed its most playful block yet: the Limited Edition Whittaker's Gumdrop Block. Made with Whittaker's 28% cocoa White Chocolate combined with bubblegum...
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The five Simple Ways Every Dog and Cat Owner Can Protect Their Pets As highly pathogenic H5 bird flu (H5N1) continues to be detected in wild birds across parts of...
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Starring Jackie Clarke, directed by Jennifer Ward-Lealand and with live piano accompaniment by Penny Dodd, Songs for Nobodies brings together three of New Zealand’s most prominent theatrical forces to create...
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When was the last time you gave a single moment your complete, undivided attention? Asahi Super Dry created a space that invites you to do exactly that. In Japan, the...
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Stan Walker (Tūhoe, Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāti Pūkenga, Tūhourangi, Ngāti Wāhiao, Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Whakaue and Ngāi Tahu) will perform his first headline concert in Aotearoa since before...
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Nearly 500 organisations have already signed up for Recycling Week 2026, more than doubling participation since 2022. Businesses, schools, and communities are increasingly prioritising waste reduction and sustainability. Running from 19–25 October...
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The team at Emma Lewisham didn’t set out to follow beauty—they set out to rethink it. Recognising an opportunity to help reshape the industry itself, they chose from the beginning...
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As Auckland’s social scene cools down a bit over the winter, TRIBE Auckland Fort Street is bucking the trend and bringing the vibes back into the CBD with the Pacific-first...
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