Final planned search set for missing Jeremy Robertson
Police will carry out what they say is the final planned search for missing man Jeremy Robertson in the Rotorua area this week. Detective Sergeant […]
Month: July 2026
Porirua Whānau Centre doubles youth employment programme
Twice as many Porirua rangatahi will be helped off benefits and into work each year after Porirua Whānau Centre secured a new three-year contract with […]
Porirua finalists announced for 2026 regional community awards
Thirty-three Porirua groups, organisations and community initiatives have been named finalists in the 2026 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. The awards recognise volunteers and not-for-profit […]
Porirua dishes up Burgers, Elvis and Chocolate
Porirua will serve up 20 Unique Burger Wellington entries, an Elvis festival, local chocolate history and dining experiences when Visa Wellington On a Plate runs […]
Pātaka Winter Music Series Returns for 21st year
The Friends of Pātaka Winter Music Series returns this month with chamber music, New Orleans jazz and lively European folk music. Now in its 21st […]
Porirua families invited to Brandon Intermediate open evening
Brandon Intermediate is inviting future Year 7 students and their whānau to explore the Cannons Creek school at its open evening on Thursday, August 13. […]
Council warns families after headstone provider complaint
Porirua City Council is warning families to check the credentials of headstone providers after a local family was reportedly left substantially out of pocket without […]
Council teams up with Noel Leeming to collect tech waste
Porirua residents can now recycle unwanted computers, phones and other electronic equipment for free at Noel Leeming Porirua. TechCollect NZ has partnered with Porirua City […]
Northbound lanes reopen after vehicle fire north of Porirua
The northbound lanes of State Highway 1 through Transmission Gully have reopened after a vehicle fire near Wainui Saddle this morning. Emergency services were called […]
Matariki planting day set for Bothamley Park
Porirua residents are invited to celebrate Matariki through restoration, reflection and community connection at Bothamley Park on Saturday, 18 July. The free community event will […]