Arch Hill

Arch Hill is a tiny suburb of Auckland, New Zealand under the Auckland Council’s local government. The area is known as Arch Hill because of its topography.

Interesting Historical Facts

The ridge that became Arch Hill may have been the location of the famous Battle of 1730, the Broken Calabash Attack. This battle between the two warring Maori tribes probably took place around this ridge, likely in the area of Arch Hill.

In 1880s, Arch Hill was part of an 80-acre farm that extended from what is now Great North Road, down the gulley where the North West Motorway passes, and up the Morningside area. It was owned by Joseph and Jane Young, who had settled in Auckland in 1842, and the farm was renamed ‘Arch Hill,’ after Joseph had been raised near Strabane, Londonderry County, Ireland.

Outdoor Recreation

Arch Hill Reserve is a strip of lawn and hillside scrub extending along the North West Motorway. It’s less than 4km from the centre of downtown Auckland.

There’s more than 3km of very neat singletrack, appealing to most skills. There is an easy trail named “Training Wheels” between the trees on the motorway’s flat side. The other tracks are situated on the hillside and need at least advanced riding skills.

Local Schools

The local secondary schools that serve Arch Hill are Western Springs College, Mount Albert Grammar School, St Paul’s College and St Mary’s College.

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#littlefox #shibainu #shibainupuppy #dogsofauckland #dogwalking #dogsofinstagram #dog #hoodwalks #archhill #newton #ponsonby #aucklandcity #nzdogs #dogwalker #professionaldogwalker #auckland #sticksandbones #jointhepack

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Our next issue is our 33th Birthday celebration! Ponsonby News was launched back in 1989, just one month before the Berlin Wall was demolished. So much has happened during this time but the one thing which will never change is our `support local` stance. We love local and always will.

#ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay #archhill #coxsbay #westernsprings

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Ponsonby Peoples Union anniversary event:

The Ponsonby Peoples Union 50th anniversary event will be held from 6pm on Sunday 9 October at the Ponsonby Community Centre, 20 Ponsonby Tce. This free event, which will include refreshments, displays, presentations, and the launch a commemorative book project, is part of the 2022 Auckland Heritage Festival.

The Ponsonby People’s Union was established in early 1972 at an old shop in the Western Park buildings (since demolished) at 15 Ponsonby Road says spokesperson Roger Fowler.

The Union ran a food co-op, which soon became very popular, slashing the cost of fruit and veges and some locally sourced grocery items. They offered advice and advocacy on tenancy and civil rights issues (like a CAB), and free bus services for visitors to Paremoremo Prison each Saturday, and Waikeria Prison each month.

The Ponsonby People`s Union mobilised the community in support of tenant’s rights, such as halting evictions and fixing substandard housing. They worked closely alongside other organisations such as the Polynesian Panthers, ACORD and Ngā Tamatoa to defend civil liberties and against harassment and the Dawn Raids etc.

They published 22 editions of the ‘Ponsonby People`s Union Community Information Service’ free newspaper. They ran a child care programme, and many local campaigns for the community. Members of the Food Co-op supported these activities.

The Ponsonby People`s Union closed in 1979 with the pending demolition of the block and the trend to gentrification of the area and the migration of families to South Auckland.

http://polynesianpanthersparty.weebly.com/polynesian…

Enquiries: roger.fowler@icloud.com

#ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay #archhill #coxsbay #westernsprings #PonsonbyPeoplesUnion #polynesianpanther

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Ponsonby Peoples Union anniversary event:

The Ponsonby Peoples Union 50th anniversary event will be held from 6pm on Sunday 9 October at the Ponsonby Community Centre, 20 Ponsonby Tce. This free event, which will include refreshments, displays, presentations, and the launch a commemorative book project, is part of the 2022 Auckland Heritage Festival.

The Ponsonby People’s Union was established in early 1972 at an old shop in the Western Park buildings (since demolished) at 15 Ponsonby Road says spokesperson Roger Fowler.

The Union ran a food co-op, which soon became very popular, slashing the cost of fruit and veges and some locally sourced grocery items. They offered advice and advocacy on tenancy and civil rights issues (like a CAB), and free bus services for visitors to Paremoremo Prison each Saturday, and Waikeria Prison each month.

The Ponsonby People`s Union mobilised the community in support of tenant’s rights, such as halting evictions and fixing substandard housing. They worked closely alongside other organisations such as the Polynesian Panthers, ACORD and Ngā Tamatoa to defend civil liberties and against harassment and the Dawn Raids etc.

They published 22 editions of the ‘Ponsonby People`s Union Community Information Service’ free newspaper. They ran a child care programme, and many local campaigns for the community. Members of the Food Co-op supported these activities.

The Ponsonby People`s Union closed in 1979 with the pending demolition of the block and the trend to gentrification of the area and the migration of families to South Auckland.

http://polynesianpanthersparty.weebly.com/polynesian…

Enquiries: roger.fowler@icloud.com

#ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay #archhill #coxsbay #westernsprings #PonsonbyPeoplesUnion #polynesianpanther

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Bombay Sapphire and Ponsonby Central have joined forces to create an immersive experience this spring. Taking shelter from the traditionally rainy season, our laneways will be draped with decorative umbrellas and at night, lights off­er a vibrant glow
Pops of neon and colourful tones give a throwback vibe as soon as you step through the entrance. Let yourself be transported with both new and existing laneways joining in on the festivities.
Being a part of this experience doesn’t stop with the visual elements. Your other senses are in for a treat too with many bars, restaurants, and eateries of Ponsonby Central off­ering limited-edition Bombay Sapphire cocktails. The global flavours of each venue will be paired with a delicious gin cocktail available throughout the month. Come for the sights, sounds and tastes of the Sapphire Lane this September.
Sapphire Lane is a non-ticketed free event that runs from  Saturday 1 September – 2 October at Ponsonby Central in partnership with Bombay Sapphire.
www.ponsonbycentral.co.nz/
#ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay #archhill #coxsbay #westernsprings #ponsonbycentral #sapphirelane

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We are excited to welcome the Sahrawats back to Ponsonby! 

Award-winning restaurateurs Sid and Chand Sahrawat are preparing to work their magic in Ponsonby once again.

KOL will open its doors in late October, ready to serve up cocktails and tandoor-inspired snacks as the warmer months approach. Located in the iconic villa at on the corner of Hepburn Street and Ponsonby Road. 

Kol will be a space with an emphasis on great drinks paired with a menu where everything is cooked over charcoal or fire, a place where you can get great cocktails and food without sitting down for a full meal. 

The couple sold Sidart Ponsonby last year and currently own and operate modern Indian restaurant Cassia in Fort Lane and casual-fine dining restaurant Sid at The French Café in Symonds Street, Auckland. 

Follow kol_auckland on for more updates ✨

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Sahrawats return to Ponsonby with new establishment…Award-winning restaurateurs Sid and Chand Sahrawat are preparing to work their magic in Ponsonby once again, with plans to open a new bar and restaurant in the Auckland suburb later this year.  The couple sold Sidart Ponsonby last year and currently own and operate modern Indian restaurant Cassia in Fort Lane and casual-fine dining restaurant Sid at The French Café in Symonds Street. You can follow kol_auckland on Instagram for updates on the new venture.
#kol_auckland #ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay #archhill #coxsbay #westernsprings
Photography: Josh Griggs

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#unpicturesque #unpicturesqueauckland #auckland #archhill #cock

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Auckland’s first custom signet ring store opens in Ponsonby
A boutique custom made signet rings store, the first of its kind in New Zealand, has opened on Ponsonby Road in Auckland.
The store, Custom Signet Rings by Benjamin Black, has replaced its sister brand, Black Matter Jewellery, to meet a growing demand for personalised signet rings.#customsignetrings #ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay #archhill #family #friends #benjaminblack

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Auckland’s first custom signet ring store opens in Ponsonby
A boutique custom made signet rings store, the first of its kind in New Zealand, has opened on Ponsonby Road in Auckland.
The store, Custom Signet Rings by Benjamin Black, has replaced its sister brand, Black Matter Jewellery, to meet a growing demand for personalised signet rings. #customsignetrings #ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay #archhill #family #friends #benjaminblack

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At the Shelter in Mackelvie Street last week for the opening of Kevin Thorne`s jewellery business, which is based at the back of the shelter. #kevinthorne #jewellerydesign #theshelter #ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay ##archhill

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At the Shelter in Mackelvie Street last week for the opening of Kevin Thorne`s jewellery business, which is based at the back of the shelter. #kevinthorne #jewellerydesign #theshelter #ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay ##archhill

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We recorded this performance last year at Arch Hill Studios, Grey Lynn. Artist Sam Caldwell (artdesignfilm) accompanied our set, weaving his own magic with a live visual performance. It was mesmerising and unforgettable!

Enjoy this as a raw and unadulterated reflection of how we sound live.

Link in bio.

#deadmass #archhill #archhillstudios #nzmusic #livemusic

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Some of Fitness All Together corporate clients have a policy that every Tuesday and Thursday between 12 to 1pm no meetings are allowed so that everyone can come down for a session at the closest park!

Check out our the February issue of Ponsonby News to see the full interview with owner Kevin Pichot.

http://ponsonbynews.co.nz/article-detail/show/2892/

#fitnessalltogether #fitnessmotivation #ponsonbynews #iloveponsonby #ponsonby #auckland #aucklandshippestrip #onlyponsonby #ponsonbyroad #Greylynn #freemansbay #westmere #ponsonby #hernebay #stmarysbay #archhill #family #friends #coxsbay

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Afterwork #afternoon laps at the #backyard trail, #ArchHill #MTBpark

7 laps… On the #GTTalera #singlespeed, looks like I`ll have to switch to some flatbars, starting to dislike the twitchy-ness of cruiser bars.

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Urban Jungle #adventuredog #archhill #missmarla #jrt #adoptdontshop #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuedog #rescueismyfavoritebreed #aucklanddogs #newzealanddogs

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Possibly the scariest window, every time I walk past it freaks me out!!

Lockdown walks..
No filter
Doll, head and the vibes…

#dollshead #bizarre #lockdown2021 #archhill #wholivesinahouselikethis #spooky #rundown #deralict #aucklandcity #peelingpaint #rippedcurtains #thevibe #abandoned

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