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Moira Lawler Launches Bid for Pāuatahanui Ward July 15, 2025 Long-time local and community advocate Moira Lawler has officially launched her campaign for the Pāuatahanui Ward in the upcoming Porirua City Council elections. Her campaign… ...
Saints Storm Into Grand Final July 14, 2025 The Mills Albert Wellington Saints have secured their place in the 2025 Sal’s NBL Grand Final with a commanding 93–68 win over The Northern Group… ...
Landslip Forces Evacuations in Porirua After Heavy Rain July 14, 2025 A sudden landslip on Acheron Road in Porirua forced multiple families to evacuate their homes on Sunday morning, after heavy rain caused a section of… ...
Kathleen Filo enters Porirua mayoral race July 13, 2025 Mayor of Porirua City Onepoto ward councillor Kathleen Filo has confirmed she will stand for mayor in Porirua’s 2025 local elections, joining incumbent Anita Baker… ...
Standing for Porirua City Council? We want to hear from you July 13, 2025 Kia ora, Porirua candidates — the 2025 local elections are approaching, and Porirua News is here to help you connect with voters. We’re providing trusted,… ...
Mike Duncan seeks second term on Porirua City Council July 13, 2025 Onepoto General Ward Porirua has always been home. I was raised and educated in the East, and Christine and I raised our family in Tītahi… ...
Porirua Rangatahi Programmes Expanded July 13, 2025 Porirua Whānau Centre has expanded its successful Ko Wai Au programme as part of the Government’s new Resilience to Organised Crime in Communities (ROCC) initiative,… ...
First Māori Undisputed World Boxing Champion July 13, 2025 Tauranga-born boxer Cherneka Johnson has made sporting history, becoming the first Māori and New Zealand-born athlete to claim an undisputed world boxing title. Johnson, 30,… ...
Porirua Celebrates Kiribati Language Week July 11, 2025 Porirua came together this week to celebrate Kiribati Language Week with a vibrant flag-raising ceremony and cultural festivities that highlighted the richness of the Kiribati… ...
Community Joins Forces to Plant 1,100 Native Plants July 11, 2025 More than 70 volunteers gathered at Motukaraka Point, Pauatahanui Inlet, on Sunday morning for the first planting day of a major environmental project led by… ...
Calls for Community Voices in Porirua Election 2025 July 11, 2025 Nominations are now open for Porirua’s upcoming local elections, giving residents a chance to step forward and help shape the city’s future. The election will… ...
Adapted Kindy Gym Classes to Launch in Porirua July 11, 2025 Porirua City Council, in partnership with Special Olympics New Zealand, is introducing Adapted Kindy Gym classes at Te Rauparaha Arena starting 14 July, offering a… ...
Porirua Little Theatre presents Pack of Girls July 8, 2025 Written by David Geary and Directed by Felicity Cozens, Porirua Little Theatre is presenting Pack of Girls from October 15 to November 1. Auditions: Sun… ...
Will Govt impose a new Levy on suffering Health NZ empire? July 7, 2025 Commissioner Dr Lester Levy still seems to believe he will be reappointed board chair – but that’s because he thinks it should happen. His plans… ...
Friends of Pātaka Winter Music Series Celebrates 20 Years of Music, Art, Community July 7, 2025 Porirua’s much-loved Friends of Pātaka Winter Music Series returns this month, marking 20 years of bringing warmth, music, and community spirit to the heart of… ...
Lights, Camera, Action at Porirua Libraries July 7, 2025 Snow Queen Storytime!Tuesday 8 July | 10.30am–12pm | City Centre LibraryAre you ready for an enchanting experience? The Snow Queen of Arendelle herself will be… ...
Kapi Mana U-14 Netball Team Crowned Champs July 2, 2025 The Kapi Mana U14 representative netball team has secured first place in the U14A Grade at the North Island Junior Championships, celebrating a major milestone… ...
BizFest 2025: Local Leadership and Innovation Shine in Porirua July 2, 2025 Te Rauparaha Arena was alive with energy, innovation and community spirit on Friday as BizFest 2025: Kōpū i te Pae – Light Up the Horizon… ...
Porirua Has Talent Returns July 1, 2025 Porirua’s beloved talent show is back for 2025, promising even more dazzling performances from tamariki and rangatahi across the city. Registrations for Porirua Has Talent… ...
New Venomous Spider Found in Porirua July 1, 2025 A potentially dangerous spider never before confirmed in New Zealand has made its first official appearance in Porirua. The noble false widow spider (Steatoda nobilis),… ...
Mana College: Principal’s Half-Year Address June 30, 2025 Jeff Chapman — June 29, 2025 Kia ora koutou, IntroductionWow! Half way through the year already. It’s been a busy six months of change, celebration and preparation… ...
From the Sidelines to the Council Chamber: Reflections from the Mayor of Porirua June 30, 2025 Column by Anita Baker, Mayor of Porirua City. Recently, I was asked to give a talk to a group of secondary school students about how… ...
The Goalposts Keep Moving June 30, 2025 Column by Greater Wellington Regional Chair, Daran Ponter. The Government’s proposed changes to the Resource Management Act (RMA) is the most widespread alteration of how we manage… ...
Metlink Off-Peak Fares Jump 40% June 30, 2025 Metlink’s advertised 2.2% fare increase takes effect Tuesday 1 July, but off-peak commuters will feel a much sharper sting, as Snapper card discounts drop from… ...
Election Nominations Open 4th of July June 29, 2025 Welcome to the Porirua Election Hub 2025: Your go-to source for everything you need to know about the 2025 Porirua City Council election. From key… ...
Police investigate Sexual Assault on Porirua Walking Track June 28, 2025 Police are continuing investigations into a sexual assault that occurred on the Rangituhi/Colonial Knob walking track near Porirua on the afternoon of Wednesday, 18 June.… ...
Website Launched to Help Survivors Access Historic Care Records June 27, 2025 Citizens Advice Bureau Porirua has unveiled a new online platform, kōnae.org.nz, designed to help individuals and whānau access personal records related to historic abuse in… ...
Cancer Society opens new community hub in North City June 27, 2025 The Cancer Society has opened the doors to a new, expanded hub in the heart of Porirua, aiming to better support whānau affected by cancer… ...
Culture, Celebration and Connection shine at Tairangi School June 27, 2025 Tairangi School has wrapped up a vibrant Term 2 with a powerful trio of events celebrating culture, achievement, and community spirit. Students and staff marked… ...
Porirua Housing Cuts – A Betrayal June 27, 2025 Op-ed by Cr Geoff Hayward & Cr Josh Trlin In 2018, the Labour Government made a bold commitment to Porirua East: to work alongside Ngāti… ...
Porirua Serves Up Burger Love June 27, 2025 Porirua will be sizzling with flavour this August as local eateries and venues dive into the love-themed festivities of Visa Wellington On a Plate 2025.… ...
Porirua Gears Up for Local Election ’25 June 25, 2025 Election Day is set for 12 October 2025, with final results expected by 17 October. Porirua residents will vote for key leadership roles that shape… ...
Whitireia Scholarships Support 900 Students June 25, 2025 Nearly 900 students have benefited from Whitireia Foundation Scholarships since the initiative began in 2002, with this year's awards continuing the tradition of supporting learners… ...
Ngāti Toa Launches Paramedicine Training June 25, 2025 A new paramedicine training programme, launched by Ngāti Toa in partnership with NZCEC and Ūpane, is offering Porirua residents a unique path into emergency medical… ...
Short Jolt shakes Porirua region June 25, 2025 A mild earthquake struck north-west of Porirua just after midnight on Wednesday, briefly shaking the area but causing no reports of damage or injury. The… ...
Porirua Shines Bright During Matariki Celebrations June 24, 2025 Porirua came alive over the past week and a half with a dazzling array of events to mark Matariki, drawing locals and visitors alike to… ...
4Paws Empire Wins Big at Love Local Expo June 24, 2025 Dog-friendly retailer 4Paws Empire has taken out the People’s Choice Award at this year’s Love Local Expo, held on 7 June at Te Rauparaha Arena.… ...
BizFest Sells Out, Porirua Backs Business June 24, 2025 Porirua’s annual business showcase, BizFest 2025, has officially sold out ahead of its 1 July event at Te Rauparaha Arena, a clear sign of strong… ...
$8M Meth Bust: Police, Customs Crush Wellington Drug Ring June 23, 2025 A joint Police and Customs investigation has seized over $8 million worth of methamphetamine and 1,000 MDMA pills, dismantling a Wellington-based syndicate allegedly trafficking drugs… ...
Porirua seniors trapped by time June 22, 2025 Grey Power spokesperson Keith Wood says senior residents are getting a poor deal relative to other centres and face an effective public transport ban during… ...
Porirua Business Directory Hits 100+ Featured Businesses June 22, 2025 The Porirua Business Directory has just passed a major milestone — with over 100 featured businesses now live and discoverable on Porirua News. Another 36… ...
Woman assaulted on Porirua walking track June 20, 2025 Wellington Police are appealing for information following the assault of a woman on the Rangituhi/Colonial Knob walking track in Porirua on Wednesday afternoon. The incident… ...
Crash Closes SH58 in Paremata, One Seriously Injured June 19, 2025 A two-vehicle crash has forced the closure of State Highway 58 in Paremata on Thursday evening, leaving one person seriously injured. Emergency services responded to… ...
Grieving Well: Navigating Loss with Care and Compassion June 19, 2025 Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, and one of the most personal. Whether it follows the loss of a loved one, a… ...
Aotea Lagoon’s South End Reopens After Upgrade June 19, 2025 The south end of Aotea Lagoon has officially reopened following a dawn blessing held on Wednesday, 18 June. The revitalised space marks the completion of… ...Te Rauparaha Arena Set Alight by Kapa Haka Brilliance (June 17, 2025) Porirua came alive with powerful performances on Monday, 16 June, as Te Rauparaha Arena hosted Te Whakataetae Kapa Haka Tuarua o te Whanganui-a-Tara ki Ōtaki,… ...
Porirua Teen gives back after Cancer Journey (June 16, 2025) At just two years old, Porirua’s Aless Clements was diagnosed with a brain tumour and given a slim chance of reaching her eighth birthday. Now… ...
Buses Replace Trains Over Matariki Weekend (June 16, 2025) Passengers across the Wellington region are being urged to plan ahead and expect delays over the Matariki long weekend, as KiwiRail undertakes significant rail infrastructure… ...
New Library for Cannons Creek approved (June 15, 2025) Cannons Creek is set to receive a brand-new library in the next two years, with Porirua City Council approving a $4 million project that leaders… ...
Porirua Council to pilot waste minimisation grants (June 15, 2025) Porirua City Council has approved a new grant scheme aimed at supporting local projects that reduce waste and promote sustainability, marking a significant step towards… ...
Plimmerton Historian Honoured for Preserving Porirua’s War Stories (June 15, 2025) Plimmerton military historian Allan Dodson has received national recognition for his decades of work preserving Porirua’s wartime history, earning the Community Contribution Award at this… ...
Slip Closes Lane on Titahi Bay Road, Now Cleared (June 13, 2025) A landslip that disrupted traffic on Titahi Bay Road earlier today has now been cleared and the road fully reopened. The slip occurred overnight between… ...
Harshest Sanctions in NZ Parliamentary History (June 11, 2025) In an unprecedented move, Te Pāti Māori co-leaders Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi were suspended from Parliament for 21 days, marking the harshest punishment ever… ...
Porirua lights up for Matariki (June 10, 2025) Porirua is set to dazzle this Matariki season, with a programme of events celebrating connection, culture, and community from Wednesday 18, to Saturday 28 June.… ...
Porirua honours Jerry Collins with 10-year tribute weekend (June 10, 2025) This weekend’s Old Timers Day at Northern United Rugby Football Club marked ten years since the passing of All Black great Jerry Collins, bringing together… ...
Tree removal underway on Grays Rd (June 10, 2025) Porirua City Council has begun essential tree removal work along Grays Road this week, aiming to protect key infrastructure and prepare the area for native… ...
Matariki planting event to bring new life to Bothamley Park (June 10, 2025) A community tree planting event at Bothamley Park on Friday 20 June is set to bring people together to celebrate Matariki and promote environmental stewardship… ...
Porirua set to shine at Love Local Expo this Saturday (June 6, 2025) More than 100 local businesses and community groups will showcase their talents and products at Te Rauparaha Arena on Saturday 7 June for the Love… ...
Porirua to Mark 10 Years Since Passing of Rugby Great Jerry Collins (June 5, 2025) This weekend, Porirua will commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the passing of All Black Great Jerry Collins, with a series of events at Jerry Collins… ...
Signs of Strain, Seeds of Strength: A Snapshot of Porirua Today (June 5, 2025) Column by Porirua City Mayor, Anita Baker You know me. I don't sugar-coat things. The latest reports on Porirua’s economy and onour tamariki and rangatahi… ...
Porirua Club’s Jon Shaw Wins North Island Poker Champs (June 5, 2025) Jon Shaw from the Porirua Club emerged victorious at the ‘Clubs New Zealand 2025 North Island Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament’ held over the weekend, bringing… ...
Dame Valerie Adams & Neil Ieremia to Headline Porirua’s BizFest 2025 (June 4, 2025) Two of Aotearoa’s most celebrated figures, Olympian Dame Valerie Adams and Black Grace founder Neil Ieremia, will headline BizFest 2025 in Porirua on 1 July.… ...
Porirua Locals Recognised in 2025 King’s Birthday Honours (June 3, 2025) Two Porirua locals have been celebrated on this year’s King’s Birthday Honours list for their outstanding contributions to Aotearoa New Zealand. Simon Strombom, known for… ...
Tālofa lava Porirua – Record Turnout for Samoan Flag Raising (June 3, 2025) Porirua's Samoan community came together in unprecedented numbers on the morning of June 1 for a flag-raising ceremony that launched Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa… ...
Pataka welcomes new Kaiako Educator (June 3, 2025) Con Noema, Porirua City Council's Māori Strategic Coordinator, welcomed Miriama Karena Te One (Ngāti Mutunga, Te Ātiawa) and her whanau this morning, as the new… ...