5th May 2024
Ukulele Fun at Titahi Bay Library May 5, 2024 Join the fun at the Titahi Bay Library and learn how to play the ukuele. Ten ukulele’s are available to test your skills (or bring… ...
Extra Care on roads with heavy rain warning May 1, 2024 MetService says the district will is in for heavy rainfall and anyone out and about driving after 8pm should take care. The watch was issued… ...
Police seek driver who came to hit-and-run victim’s aid May 1, 2024 Police investigating a hit-and-run in Wellington are still trying to locate the motorist who stopped to help. The victim was a short distance from home… ...
Whānau Day at Mana College April 30, 2024 By Filisione Koloamatangi There are many magical moments from high school that students always remember. From sporting achievements to Polyfest, making new connections to school… ...
WHY ARE SENIORS NOW HAPPIER THAN THE YOUNG? April 29, 2024 By Sonia Speedy New Zealand is one of four countries in which the young are getting more unhappy, particularly in comparison to the over 60s,… ...
The Unseen – Film Screening and Panel Discussion April 26, 2024 The Unseen is a full-of-wonder film that is both educational and inspirational (See video trailer below). It is the hope of both the filmmakers Geoff… ...
Porirua overnight A&E may replace Doctors with phone service April 26, 2024 Health officials in Porirua are considering replacing the overnight doctor at Kenepuru Community Hospital’s accident and medical centre with a telehealth service. It is a… ...
Man arrested for Porirua tyre slashing April 26, 2024 Police were called to Lyttleton Avenue at around 1pm on 20 April after a person was seen slashing car tyres. Police subsequently received around 20… ...
Police seek info on Porirua Tyre Slasher April 21, 2024 Police are asking for the public’s help to find the person responsible for slashing a number of tyres on vehicles across Porirua this afternoon. About… ...
Porirua Alcohol Fees Bylaw 2024 April 15, 2024 In Porirua City Council’s annual review of alcohol licensing fees and costs, it was found that rates are covering 80% of the alcohol licensing cost… ...
Warehouse expands fresh groceries to Porirua April 15, 2024 The Warehouse is doubling down on providing affordable essentials as it expands its fresh produce range to a third of its stores across the motu.… ...
Barbara Edmonds campaigns to keep Kenepuru’s after-hours service open April 15, 2024 Labour MP for Mana, Barbara Edmonds says it would be disastrous for the critical clinic services at Kenepuru Hospital to close overnight. She says cutting… ...
Seniors choosing adventure over nest eggs April 14, 2024 By Sonia Speedy The cost of living may be gnawing at our budgets, but seniors are refusing to give up their travel plans, according to… ...
Plimmerton/Paremata – Have your Say on Porirua City’s LTP April 10, 2024 "Porirua’s next Long-term Plan (LTP) sets Porirua City’s budget and plan for the next 10 years. Porirua is our place – let’s kōrero about our… ...
Ahilapalapa Rands: Across the Sea from Hawaii to Porirua April 10, 2024 Ahilapalapa Rands draws on her Kānaka Maoli (Hawaiian) whakapapa to explore the connections with Hawai‘i across the expanse of the ocean. Known for her collaborative… ...
On-demand small bus trial extended in Tawa and Porirua April 10, 2024 The Metlink On Demand trial of buses in Tawa and Porirua has been extended to the end of the year. Metlink On Demand is an… ...
Storage tank to reduce sewage overflowing into Porirua Harbour (April 10, 2024) If you’ve been driving on SH 59 or catching the train from Porirua railway station, you’ve probably seen some construction next to the carpark. It’s… ...
Have you seen Clive? (April 9, 2024) Police are appealing for the public’s help to locate missing 22-year-old Clive. He was last seen on 9 March in the Cannons Creek area. Police… ...
Porirua City – Planning for the Future (April 1, 2024) Porirua City, like all councils across the country, is experiencing a sharp increase in costs to deliver services and projects. Increases in the cost of… ...
Phoenix Edge Closer to Title with Victory Over Brisbane Roar (March 31, 2024) The Wellington Phoenix have taken a significant step towards their first A-League title, defeating Brisbane Roar 1-0 at Sky Stadium, moving six points clear at… ...
Phoenix finish season with Triumph over Wanderers at Porirua Park (March 31, 2024) In a match that encapsulated the spirit and skill of the team, the Wellington Phoenix concluded their 2023-24 Liberty A-League season with a resounding victory… ...
Mana College students raise tens of thousands for school’s first Europe trip (March 31, 2024) By Pretoria Gordon for RNZ A Porirua high school has raised more than $72,000 towards a trip to Europe - the first time the school… ...
Porirua Music fans in for Chris Isaak treat (March 27, 2024) Porirua music enthusiasts are in for a treat as the platinum-selling and GRAMMY-nominated artist Chris Isaak, accompanied by his longtime band Silvertone, is set to… ...
Government Hikes Public Transport Fees (March 26, 2024) Fare changes are coming soon for passengers aged 24 and under, following the government’s decision to withdraw funding for age-based concessions. Adding to a cost-of-living… ...
Could Porirua be heading for Amalgamation (March 26, 2024) Council leaders in the Wellington region are looking at plans that could see their councils amalgamated. At the Wellington Regional Leadership Committee meeting on Tuesday,… ...
Porirua skaters roll down to Pōneke parks (March 26, 2024) Skate Pōneke is back for 2024 with three pop-up skate installations to celebrate and encourage skating in the city. Wellington City Council’s first We Skate Pōneke campaign in… ...
30-year strategy – to support 200,000 new residents (March 21, 2024) A strategy outlining regional development, which includes Tawa and Porirua, has today been adopted by the Wellington Regional Leadership Committee (WRLC). The Future Development Strategy… ...
Porirua joins forces on delivery of water services (March 21, 2024) Porirua City Council is teaming up with other councils in the Wellington region on water reform, to jointly develop a water service delivery plan that… ...
Western Suburbs Host Mini’s World Cup (March 21, 2024) Over 350, five year-old kids turned up to Endeavour Park today to compete in the mini's world cup. The event was hosted by Western Suburbs… ...
Phoenix Goal Fest at Porirua Park Picnic (March 21, 2024) Catch the highlights of the 4-0 Phoenix Victory here: https://aleagues.com.au/videos/id/wellington-phoenix-v-adelaide-united-highlights-liberty-a-league-2023-24-round-16/6349301785112/ ...
Delays following crash, Wellington Urban Motorway (March 20, 2024) Motorists are advised to expect delays southbound on the Wellington Urban Motorway this morning. Three cars collided in a nose-to-tail crash at around 6.40am, near… ...
Porirua City Council, consider increase to alcohol licensing fees (March 19, 2024) Porirua City Council is considering increasing charges for alcohol licensing fees to ensure the costs are covered by those selling alcohol, not ratepayers The Alcohol… ...
Porirua receives a friendly invitation to Welly’s Wild CubaDupa (March 19, 2024) It has been a summer of fun in the capital, and it’s ending with a bang, a strum, a drum and some beats as CubaDupa… ...
Boost in Bus Services: Partnership Aims to Benefit Porirua Commuters (March 19, 2024) In a collaborative move that signals better days ahead for public transportation in the region, Greater Wellington and Wellington City Council are joining forces to… ...
Taniwha Toa Cricket play Finals this Saturday (March 19, 2024) Taniwha Toa Cricket Senior Men's team is playing in the finals this Saturday. A win will see them move up to Division 1. They are… ...
Phoenix, almost rise from the ashes at Porirua Park (March 18, 2024) On a lovely sunny Sunday afternoon in Porirua, amidst a warm and family-friendly atmosphere, the Wellington Phoenix FC Women's team faced a formidable challenge against… ...
