Public Notice: Firefighters cancel strike as storms hit North Island February 16, 2026 The New Zealand Professional Firefighters’ Union cancelled a planned one-hour strike set for noon today, citing extreme weather and states of emergency across parts of… …
Police urge drivers to delay travel as heavy rain hits the region February 15, 2026 Wellington District Police are urging people across Porirua and the Hutt Valley to delay travel this evening as heavy rain and strong winds batter the… …
Porirua roadworks slow Waitangi weekend travel February 5, 2026 Porirua motorists travelling over Waitangi weekend can expect delays, with multiple roadwork sites operating on State Highways 58 and 59. The works are scheduled between… …
Porirua drivers face night closures and detours: Jan 24–30 January 23, 2026 Porirua drivers are being warned to expect night-time road closures, detours and lane restrictions this week as maintenance and upgrade work continues on key state… ...
Porirua drivers, roadworks updates this week December 21, 2025 Drivers in Porirua and those travelling north and south through the city are being advised to plan ahead, with a series of state highway closures… ...
Porirua Drivers, Expect Delays This Week with Road Closures and Lane Changes December 12, 2025 Drivers in Porirua and across the Wellington region are being urged to plan ahead as roadworks continue on key state highways between 13 and 19… ... State Highway Disruptions to Impact Porirua Drivers This Week November 29, 2025 Porirua residents are urged to plan ahead as roadworks across State Highways 58 and 59, and Transmission Gully are set to cause delays between 28… ... Porirua commuters: Traffic updates for the week ahead November 22, 2025 Porirua drivers are in for a week of delays and detours, with extensive roadworks scheduled across the region from 22 to 28 November. The work… ...
Proposed Porirua District Plan November 19, 2025 Public notice date: 23 October 2025 1 November 2025 – Porirua District Plan becomes operative At its meeting on Thursday 2 October 2025, Porirua City… ... Porirua Roadwatch: This Week’s Closures, Detours, Delays November 18, 2025 Porirua drivers are being urged to brace for night-time disruptions on State Highway 59 and SH58 this week, as the Wellington Transport Alliance rolls out… ... Expect Delays: SH58 Roadworks Ramp Up Across Porirua This Week November 1, 2025 Here’s the updated article with the new roadworks details for Pukerua Bay and the Mungavin Interchange added in: Porirua commuters face more delays as SH58,… ... Porirua highways face delays from safety upgrades October 25, 2025 Drivers travelling on State Highway 58 and State Highway 59 through Porirua and surrounding areas should expect night closures, lane changes, and stop/go traffic controls… ...
Public Notice – All Trains in the region cancelled for Thursday – Severe weather warning October 22, 2025 UPDATED 9pm 22 Oct All trains in the Wellington Region have been cancelled for Thursday 23 Oct, from 8am to 6pm. Please check https://www.metlink.org.nz/ for the latest… ... Porirua residents urged to prepare for Thursday’s severe winds October 22, 2025 Porirua residents are being warned to prepare for extreme weather on Thursday, with a Red Wind Warning in place across the Wellington region from 8 am… ... Porirua Road Closures and Detours this Week October 18, 2025 Motorists travelling on State Highway 59 between Porirua and Paekākāriki should expect lane closures and detours over several nights this week as crews carry out… ... SH58 roadworks to cause night delays, lane closures October 17, 2025 State Highway 58 between Porirua and the Hutt Valley will see multiple disruptions this week due to ongoing safety and infrastructure projects. Waka Kotahi NZ… ...
Greater Wellington Backs Ticketing Overhaul September 11, 2025 Greater Wellington Regional Council has welcomed an independent review into the National Ticketing Solution (NTS) and says it is eager to see progress on rolling… ...
Porirua Firefighters Protest Funding Crisis, Call for Community Support September 4, 2025 Firefighters in Porirua and across New Zealand have launched industrial action to protest what they describe as a dire emergency within Fire and Emergency New… ...Night Closures, Lane Changes Across Wellington Region Highways This Week (August 25, 2025) Motorists across the Wellington region should prepare for multiple highway disruptions this week, as planned roadworks are set to affect key state highway routes from… ...
Porirua Council Debt Concerns Spark Debate (August 12, 2025) Porirua City Council’s financial management and project delivery have come under scrutiny after a local resident claimed millions of dollars in planned infrastructure work has… ...
Porirua rail users reminded: ‘Stay Off, Stay Safe’ (August 12, 2025) Trains run daily through Porirua’s busy rail network, and officials are urging residents to take extra care around the tracks as Rail Safety Week 2025… ...
Letters to the Editor – August (August 12, 2025) Limited powers 12 August 2025 John Burke, Paremata — Former Porirua Mayor (15 years) on limits of mayoral power Call me a cynic if you… ...
Crash slows southbound traffic on State Highway 1 near Tawa (July 30, 2025) A crash on State Highway 1 caused delays for southbound motorists near Tawa early Tuesday morning. Emergency services responded around 6.45am to the incident between… ...
Thousands of Porirua households without power (July 26, 2025) About 5000 properties in Porirua, north of Wellington, are without power on a frosty Saturday morning. Lines company Wellington Electricity said the power was cut… ...
Suspected Sludge in Stream Sparks Concern (July 18, 2025) Residents are raising alarm over multiple suspected discharges of contaminated sludge into Mitchell Stream, running through Spicer Botanical Park below the Porirua landfill. The incidents,… ...
Porirua Hospital Memorial Project (July 17, 2025) A meeting with family members of those interred in unmarked graves in Porirua Cemetery attracted more than 50 people, as the Porirua Council applies for… ...
NOTICE OF 2025 TRIENNIAL LOCAL AUTHORITY ELECTIONS AND POLLS (July 2, 2025) The following elections and polls will be held by postal vote on Saturday 11 October 2025. Porirua City Council (Single Transferable Vote electoral system) Election… ...
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… ...
Public Notice: New Local Alcohol Policy for Porirua (June 27, 2025) Porirua City Council has adopted the Local Alcohol Policy (LAP) 2025, aimed at reducing alcohol-related harm while balancing the needs of the hospitality industry. Key… ...
Public Notice: Keeping of Animals Bylaw 2025 (June 27, 2025) Porirua City Council has updated its Keeping of Animals Bylaw to reduce nuisance and improve animal welfare. Key changes include: Cats must now be desexed,… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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.… ...
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… ...