Politicians applaud Life-Changing work at Porirua Whānau Centre
Social Services and Community Select Committee Chair Joseph Mooney and Ōtaki MP Tim Costley visited the Porirua Whānau Centre this month, gaining insight into the […]
Month: May 2025
Wellington Man Jailed for Hosting Child Abuse Image Website
⚠️ Content Warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse material and exploitation, which may be distressing to some readers. Discretion is advised. If […]
Porirua Firefighters Hit $10K Fundraising Milestone for Cancer Charity
A dedicated team of seven Porirua firefighters has surpassed a major fundraising milestone, raising over $10,000 for Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand (LBCNZ) ahead […]
Putting People at the Heart of Reform – Column by Cr Geoff Hayward
Progress on a Water Charter for Wellington: Putting People at the Heart of Reform Your advocacy has been heard. Over the past few months, I’ve […]
Endangered Native Plant Te pua o te Rēinga Rediscovered in Wainuiomata Forest
In a remarkable find, Te pua o te Rēinga – New Zealand’s only parasitic flowering plant – has been rediscovered in the Wainuiomata water collection […]
Man Charged Over String of Arson Attacks on Masterton Churches
Wairarapa Police have arrested a 44-year-old man in connection with a series of arson attacks that targeted six churches and a local business in Masterton […]
Capital Clash: Hurricanes, Highlanders Set for Friday Night Fireworks
Tonight, Sky Stadium sets the stage for a critical Super Rugby Pacific encounter as the Hurricanes welcome the Highlanders in a match with plenty riding […]
Growing a Greener Future, One Tree at a Time
Column by Daran Ponter – Chair of the Greater Wellington Regional Council Every winter, with the help of volunteers, Greater Wellington plants hundreds of thousands […]
Porirua Goes Pink to Speak Out Against Bullying
Pink Shirt Day is underway in Porirua this morning, as communities across Aotearoa begin activities focused on standing up against bullying and promoting inclusion, kindness, […]
Police Seek Help After Spike in Masterton Car Thefts
Wairarapa Police are calling for public vigilance following a spike in car thefts, with 29 vehicles stolen across the region in just two weeks — […]