# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ponsonby People's Union - Book Launch - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event Description**: The book launch of Ponsonby People’s Union - at the frontline of community activism in the 1970’s - by Roger Fowler and fellow activists.About this EventEvent DetailsNau mai, haere mai - join us to celebrate our historical book launch with music, refreshments and speeches from members of the Ponsonby People's Union.Date: Sunday 11 OctoberTime: 1pm-4pmLocation: Whare Wānanga, Level 2, Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero - Auckland Central LibraryAddress: 44/46 Lorne St, CBDThe book will be available for viewing and purchase at the event.---Ponsonby People's UnionIn the early 1970’s Ponsonby a group of young activists set out to turn radical ideals into practical action. With no wealthy backers, membership fees or official status, the Ponsonby People’s Union for survival and freedom built community action from the ground up.Inspired by the politics of the errand the example of African-American activists, the People’s Union worked with tenants, immigrants, pensioners, prisoners and their families. It ran a low cost food co-op, organised Pr*son visiting buses and legal aid, challenged bad landlords, stood with Māori and Pacifica people against racism, and joined the occupation at Takaparawhau, Bastion Point.At the centre was Roger Fowler whose energy, imagination and guitar helped sustain a remarkable initiative in collective action. In this book, he and other People’s Union supporters tell the story of a movement that believed ordinary people could make their city - and their society - a fairer and better place to live.---ParkingNo parking onsite, public transport is recommended. The nearest parking is:Civic Car ParkVictoria Street CarparkUnable to make this event or want to join us again, we have another event onDate: Saturday 3 OctoberTime: 1pm-3.30pmLocation: Ponsonby Community Centre, 20 Ponsonby TerraceBook a ticket for this event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b849d1e0-bc05-11f1-9913-21574437e213-rimg-w598-h740-dcf8c878-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland-central/ponsonby-peoples-union-book-launch/100002000730493765 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Doors Open At: 12:45 PM - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Central City Library, 44-48 Lorne Street, Auckland Central , Auckland 1010 - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: NZD ## Event venue details - **city**: Auckland Central - **state**: AU - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Central City Library, 44-48 Lorne Street, Auckland Central , Auckland 1010 - **lat**: -36.8516239 - **long**: 174.7648066 - **full address**: Central City Library, 44-48 Lorne Street, Auckland Central , Auckland 1010, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ponsonby People's Union - Book Launch - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/59d8a329612e90a6ebb4fe0d94f0a8913dda7bac22553507a7be7841346ae3c6-rimg-w1200-h707-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1789245998 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ponsonby People's Union - Book Launch being held? - **A:** Ponsonby People's Union - Book Launch takes place on Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Central City Library, 44-48 Lorne Street, Auckland Central , Auckland 1010, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing Ponsonby People's Union - Book Launch? - **A:** Ponsonby People's Union - Book Launch is organized by Central City Library. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Central City Library's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Central City Library a rating of 4/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Central City Library has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Ponsonby People's Union - Book Launch is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Auckland Central, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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