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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,… ...
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… ...
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… ...