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Porirua Tech Star, Crowned Young New Zealander of the Year March 21, 2025 Written by'Alakihihifo Vailala for Pacific Media Network From Cannons Creek to Forbes’ 30 Under 30, software engineer and Fibre Fale co-founder Namulau'ulu Nu’uali’i Eteroa Lafaele… ...
‘Aunty Gabe’ Rikihana gone at 98 March 20, 2025 By Mishy Rikihana-Vieira Ōtaki lost one of its most remarkable citizens when Gabrielle Rikihana died peacefully aged 98 at her Waikanae home on March 2.… ...
Porirua Young Employee Awards Celebrate Rising Talent March 19, 2025 Porirua’s future workforce was in the spotlight last night at the Porirua Young Employee Awards, an event hosted by Partners Porirua at Kai Tahi. The… ...
Stolen War Medals Found in Porirua Op Shop March 19, 2025 A set of stolen military medals, missing for over seven years, has been reunited with its owner after being spotted by chance outside a Rānui… ...
You Can’t Kick the Can Down the Road – Column by Cr Hayward March 19, 2025 Column by Geoff Hayward, Porirua City Cr for Onepoto One of the things I wished I had as a decision maker was either a time… ...
Have Your Say on the Future of Wellington’s Water Services March 19, 2025 Residents across the Wellington region are being invited to have their say on the future of water services, with public consultation opening tomorrow, 20 March.… ...
Porirua Jobs: Sports Coordinator – Aotea College March 19, 2025 Full-Time, Term-Time Only | Permanent Position Aotea College is seeking a Sports Coordinator to join our growing and successful sports department. This is a 40-hour-per-week… ...
Porirua’s Bothamley Park Reopens After Major Upgrade March 18, 2025 Bothamley Park in Porirua has fully reopened following a two-year closure for a significant wastewater pipe upgrade. The project, part of the Government’s $1 billion… ...
Metlink Suggests Passengers Plan Ahead During Union Meeting March 18, 2025 Wellington commuters may face disruptions on Wednesday, 19 March, as some bus services operated by Mana Newlands Coaches could be affected by a Tramways Union… ...
Woman Defrauds Porirua Trust of One Million Dollars March 18, 2025 When Iesha Warren first started working for a trust that helped needy children and families, she was responsible for the payroll. But, she quickly took… ...
Apparel Team Member – The Warehouse, Porirua March 18, 2025 Porirua, In-Store, Full-time Posted: Mar 10th 2025 Company Description Ko wai mātou – Who we are The Warehouse Group looks after some of Aotearoa's most famous… ...
Property Owners Help Restore Porirua Harbour’s Health March 18, 2025 A programme to identify and repair broken sewer pipes on private and public properties is making a significant impact on the health of Te Awarua-o-Porirua… ...
Plimmerton Boating Club Celebrates 100 Years March 17, 2025 Plimmerton Boating Club is inviting the community to celebrate its 100th birthday with a special centenary event on Sunday, April 6, from 2–5 pm. The… ...
Finnegan Tui Returns March 16, 2025 New Zealand born Finnegan Tui (Bognuda) returns to the shores of Aotearoa for one intimate solo show at the RSC in Raumati South. Finnegan starting… ...
Councils Seek Public Feedback on Future of Water Services March 14, 2025 Porirua City Council has approved consultation on a new model for delivering water services, seeking community input alongside its Annual Plan process. With aging infrastructure… ...
Win a Double Pass to the Wellington Saints Season Opener March 13, 2025 The Mills Albert Wellington Saints take on the Taranaki Airs this Sunday, 16th March, at TSB Arena, and you could be there for free. To… ...
Norths Take on Tawa in Pre-Season Clash March 13, 2025 Northern United Rugby Football Club kicks off its pre-season campaign with a highly anticipated match against Tawa RFC this Saturday 15 March, 11:00 AM at… ...
Friday Housie at the Porirua Club March 13, 2025 Housie fans in Porirua can enjoy a lively session this Friday, 14 March, from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. With 20 games starting at noon,… ...
Porirua City to Consult on Rates Increase March 13, 2025 Porirua residents will soon have their say on a proposed 6.75 per cent rates increase as part of the Porirua City Council’s Annual Plan 2025/26… ...
Water Outage Planned for Cleat Street and Surrounding Areas in Whitby March 13, 2025 Residents in parts of Whitby will experience a temporary water shutdown on Thursday, March 13, due to infrastructure work connecting a new development to the… ...
Planned Water Outage on Warspite Avenue for Main Upgrade March 13, 2025 Residents of Warspite Avenue in Cannons Creek will experience a temporary water shutdown on Thursday, March 13, as part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades. The outage,… ... Planned Water Outage on Warspite Avenue for Main Upgrade March 13, 2025 Residents of Warspite Avenue in Cannons Creek will experience a temporary water shutdown on Thursday, March 13, as part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades. The outage,… ...
Fighting for Jobs, Schools, and Families March 11, 2025 Column by Hon Barbara Edmonds, MP for Mana. We’re now another month into the year, and this National Government is still making life harder for… ...
Family Day Out as Phoenix secure Win at Porirua Park March 10, 2025 The Wellington Phoenix women have reignited their A-League playoff hopes with a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Western Sydney Wanderers at Porirua Park. Late goals… ...
Porirua Jobs: Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira – We Are Hiring! March 10, 2025 Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira is looking for passionate individuals to join our team. Current Vacancies: Service Manager Mauriora Navigator General Practitioner Nurse Practitioner Be… ...
Porirua Jobs: Manager Urban Ecology – Porirua City Council (Part-Time, Permanent) March 10, 2025 Porirua City is growing, and we’re shaping a resilient, liveable city for future generations. We need a skilled leader to drive our biodiversity strategy and… ...
Helping Our Kaumātua: A Fairer Way to Manage Rates March 10, 2025 Column by Porirua City Councillor Geoff Hayward "A stitch in time saves nine," as the old saying goes, and sometimes, a little help with the… ...
Porirua Harbourside Market: A Sunday Tradition at Kai Tāhi March 7, 2025 Every Sunday, Porirua’s waterfront comes alive with the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavours of the Porirua Harbourside Market. Running from 11 AM to 4 PM… ...
Sister City Cup Kicks Off at Porirua Park March 7, 2025 Porirua Park is set to host the highly anticipated sixth Sister City Cup this Sunday, as Wellington Phoenix takes on Western Sydney Wanderers in a… ...
Porirua Mayor Slams Wellington City’s ‘Kangaroo Court’ Over Water Crisis March 7, 2025 Anita Baker’s Full Statement: While the other shareholders are focussed on solving the problems at Wellington Water to cut out the overspend and ensure value… ...
Porirua City Council Seeks Public Input on Naming Policy Update March 7, 2025 Porirua City Council is inviting residents to share their thoughts on an updated Naming Policy that will guide how new streets, parks, and facilities are… ...
Tawa College Girls’ Cricket Team Crowned National Champions March 5, 2025 Tawa College's girls' cricket team made history in Christchurch, securing the title of New Zealand Secondary Schools Cricket Champions. The squad dominated the competition, winning… ...
Mayor Anita Baker: “Time to Fix Our Water Services Once and For All” March 5, 2025 Column by Porirua Mayor - Anita Baker You have no doubt seen media reports in recent days about Wellington Water and its shocking and costly… ...
Wellington Chief Executive in Hot Water March 5, 2025 Commerce Commission Investigates Wellington Water Over Procurement Practices. The Commerce Commission has launched an investigation into Wellington Water following damning reports that exposed skyrocketing costs… ...
Porirua Grand Traverse Celebrates 20 Years of Adventure March 5, 2025 One of the region’s most beloved multisport events, the Porirua Grand Traverse (PGT), is marking its 20th anniversary with record participation expected for this year’s… ...
Discover Scottish Country Dancing in Tawa March 5, 2025 Beginner-friendly Scottish Country Dancing classes are set to bring fun, fitness, and new friendships to Tawa this February. Hosted at the Tawa Baptist Church Hall,… ...
Arrest Made, Stolen Bikes Seized in Porirua Police Operation March 5, 2025 A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Cannons Creek following a police search warrant targeting fleeing driver incidents in Porirua. Detective Sergeant Vince Smylie confirmed… ...
Porirua Celebrates 60 Years as a City March 5, 2025 Porirua is marking a major milestone this year, celebrating 60 years since officially becoming a city on October 2, 1965. Originally granted city status when… ...
Porirua Residents Urged to Find Their Nearest Community Emergency Hub March 5, 2025 Porirua residents are being encouraged to prepare for major emergencies by familiarising themselves with their nearest Community Emergency Hub—a place where neighbours can gather to… ...
Porirua’s Postgate Park to Get Exciting New Bike Track March 4, 2025 A new bike 'pump' track is set to transform an under-utilised section of Postgate Park in Whitby, providing a dynamic space for riders of all… ...
Porirua Treatment Plant Issues Not Behind Beach Seaweed Increase March 4, 2025 Recent seaweed build-up at Tītahi Bay is due to weather patterns rather than issues at the Porirua wastewater treatment plant, an environmental scientist has confirmed.… ...
Train Breakdown in Plimmerton Causes Delays March 4, 2025 A train has broken down in Plimmerton this morning, causing delays for passengers travelling through the area. Commuters heading into Wellington and other destinations are… ...
Peter Niko, still unable to explain ‘Exceptionally Cruel’ behaviour March 3, 2025 ⚠️ Content Warning: This article contains descriptions of sexual violence and trauma, which may be distressing to some readers. Peter Niko, who was jailed for… ...
Porirua Mayor Defends Wellington Water Chair March 3, 2025 PM Chris Luxon has labelled Wellington Water a 'Basket Case' however Porirua Mayor Anita Baker has pushed back against calls for Wellington Water chairman Nick… ...
The Great Coffee Trail – Exploring Porirua’s Best Coffee Spots March 3, 2025 Porirua’s coffee scene is bursting with diversity and vibrancy. From cosy cafés to bustling coffee carts, each spot has its own unique charm, dedicated baristas,… ...Porirua Celebrates International Women’s Day with Inspiring Speaker (March 3, 2025) Porirua City Council and the Porirua Chamber of Commerce are set to celebrate International Women’s Day with a special event featuring Fran Scholey, Chief Executive… ...
Te Matatini Festival Grows to Record Size (March 3, 2025) The chief executive of Te Matatini, the largest kapa haka festival in the world, says the organisation will need to rethink where the competition is… ...
Explore Porirua’s Green Spaces for Parks Week (March 3, 2025) Spending time in nature has proven benefits for mental and physical well-being, and Porirua residents have access to more than 180 parks and reserves to… ...
Metlink provide extra public transport for Hurricanes vs Blues (February 28, 2025) Extra capacity on Metlink train services and larger buses will be running for the upcoming Hurricanes vs Blues game at Sky Stadium (Wellington) Saturday March… ...
The Girmit (February 28, 2025) Pātaka Art + Museum, Porirua | Friday, 28 February 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM An immersive and moving theatrical experience, The Girmit, is… ...
Hospital rejecting Porirua patients based on BMI (February 27, 2025) Rachel Thomas for The Post A group of Porirua GPs are sounding alarm bells after patients with body mass indexes (BMI) of more than 35… ...
Pedestrian Dies After Courtenay Place Crash (February 26, 2025) A 66-year-old woman from Germany has died in hospital following a crash on Courtenay Place on Monday night, 24 February. The woman was struck by… ...
The Importance of Pre-Planning Your Funeral (February 25, 2025) Porirua News in Collaboration with Ninness Funeral Home In times of grief, emotions run high, and decision-making can become overwhelming for families left to arrange… ...
More Price Hikes for Porirua Public Transport Users (February 25, 2025) A potential fare increase as well as increases to off-peak prices for Metlink services will be decided at the upcoming Greater Wellington Regional Council meeting… ...
Public Meeting in Porirua to Address State of New Zealand’s Health System (February 24, 2025) A public meeting on the state of New Zealand’s health system will be held in Porirua on Tuesday, 4 March 2025, providing residents with an… ...
Free Marketing & Sales Workshop for Builders (February 24, 2025) A free workshop designed to help residential builders improve their marketing and sales strategies is coming to the Lower Hutt Events Centre on Wednesday, 12… ...
Future of Wairaka Park Building in Pukerua Bay Up for Public Debate (February 20, 2025) The fate of the old Plunket building at Wairaka Park in Pukerua Bay will be decided in the coming months, as Porirua City Council opens… ...
Wellington Man Jailed for Fatal Coward-Punch Killing (February 20, 2025) Wellington Coward Punch Killing: Siale Siale Jailed for Manslaughter of Hutt Valley Man Luke Smith. A Wellington man has been sentenced to two years and… ...
Signing of Porirua Harbour Accord (February 19, 2025) A significant milestone in the journey to restore and protect the health of Te Awarua-o-Porirua (Porirua Harbour) was marked on 6 February with the official… ...
Welcoming 2025: A Year of Challenges and Advocacy for Mana (February 19, 2025) Column by Hon Barbara Edmonds, MP for Mana. As the year is well and truly underway, I’d like to welcome you all into 2025! As… ...
Children’s Day in Porirua Celebrating all things Heroic (February 19, 2025) Children’s Day in Porirua is back. On Sunday, 2 March, at Ngāti Toa Domain, from 11am–3pm. Te Rā o Ngā Tamariki/Children’s Day in Porirua is… ...
‘It was an evil, evil place’: How a refuge for the mentally ill became a nightmare (February 18, 2025) Porirua Lunatic Asylum was designed to give the mentally ill a refuge from the cruel world, a place providing fresh air and moral guidance on… ...
New Water Reforms on the Razor’s Edge (February 16, 2025) Column by Porirua City Councillor Geoff Hayward I have been struggling to figure out how to start this column off: I’ve written and talked about… ...
Wellington Drug Supplier Has $340,000 in Assets Seized, Faces $2.5M Forfeiture (February 15, 2025) A Wellington-based drug supplier has had nearly $340,000 in assets confiscated, including a 42-foot yacht and high-end artwork, following a long-running police investigation. The High… ...
Tiana Jaber called up to Lebanon Squad (February 14, 2025) Wellington Phoenix defender Tiana Jaber is set to represent Lebanon in an upcoming four-nation tournament in Kathmandu, Nepal, during the international window. Jaber, who earned… ...