Al-Masjid Al-Jamie (Ponsonby Mosque)

On March 30th 1979 the foundation for the Mosque for first mosque in New Zealand was laid. Further extensions was completed in 1986, which created a praying area for ladies, accommodation for the Imam, kitchen facilities, Janaza washing room and additional prayer hall for Jumma prayers. Ponsonby Mosque was re-named to Al-Masjid Al-Jamie to give the mosque a Islamic name in the late 20th century. Today the Al-Masjid Al-Jamie has a total capacity of 700 people with a capacity of 20 car parks and additional parking in the church on the opposite side of the street for Friday Jummah prayers.