FROM THE EDITOR

This month’s issue celebrates our 33rd birthday. Established in October 1989, Ponsonby News was launched just one month before the Berlin Wall was demolished.

33 years is a long time for any business, and naturally we’ve seen much change in our neighbourhood.

We are strong believers in helping to enhance our sense of community and encourage our readers to shop local, whenever possible. While so much has happened during this period the one thing which will never change is our 'support local' stance. We love local and always will.

We knew it would happen at any time but we want to acknowlege our much respected and loved Queen Elizabeth II. We didn’t realise how emotional we’d be watching the funeral and wish we could have been in London during this sad time. The late Queen’s first Tiki tour of New Zealand was in the early ’50s. I was an infant way back then when the Queen arrived in my hometown of Feilding and have memories of her and the Duke standing on the back of the train so we all could see the couple. With her passing we mark the end of the Elizabethan era lasting over 70 years.

Thank you Your Majesty for your dedication and sacrifice and devoting your life to serving the Realm and its people.

Local fashion: Of course it’s vintage says our fashion and beauty editor Helene Ravlich. As she explains, “I pride myself on buying timeless pieces and supporting New Zealand designers as much as I can, but we could all do with taking a little extra time over our purchases and opting for quality over quantity, every time.” This month Working Style, our cover stars are celebrating their 40th Anniversary - with 10 years in Ponsonby. We offer our congratulations for this big milestone.

Don’t forget to have your vote in the upcoming local body elections. While voting turnout in local government elections have traditionally been very low at around 32-38% these local elections affect decisions like how our rates are spent, and such important decisions affect our everyday lives. (MARTIN LEACH)  PN

Martin Leach and Jay Platt

Traditional values. Modern choices.

Let us help you curate a beautiful, unique farewell for your loved one. Our dedicated team of qualified funeral directors are there to guide you through every step, to ensure your loved one’s life is represented with honour and respect.

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