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Wellington Phoenix fans in yellow and black gear cheer from the stands at Sky Stadium during a match Porirua Phoenix fans treated to double header this Saturday November 7, 2025 Porirua Phoenix fans can look forward to a full day of football action and easy travel, with Metlink boosting public transport options for this Saturday’s… ...
Great Catch – Metlink services to Blackcaps vs England October 29, 2025 Extra capacity on Metlink train services and larger buses will be running for the upcoming Blackcaps vs England Sky Stadium ODI at 2pm on 1… ...
Two children wearing North City Cricket Club uniforms smile on a cricket field with trees and hills in the background North City Cricket Club celebrates 30 years October 21, 2025 North City Cricket Club is marking its 30th anniversary this summer with a packed 2025/26 season and a strong sense of momentum both on and… ...
Three framed portraits of Porirua Hall of Fame inductees. From left: a smiling man holding a large trophy, a woman in a yellow top with long hair looking thoughtfully to the side, and a male boxer in red gloves and black shorts with "New Zealand" printed on the front. Hall of Fame tour celebrates Porirua’s local legends October 18, 2025 Te Rauparaha Arena is celebrating the city’s most influential figures as part of this year’s Wellington Heritage Festival, offering a week-long self-guided tour through the… ...
Four women dressed in rugby uniforms act out a scene in a clubroom setting, with one holding a rugby ball and others engaged in dramatic play, while a man in a referee shirt looks on from the background. Porirua Women take Centre Field in Rugby Comedy Premiere October 15, 2025 Porirua Little Theatre has kicked off its latest production with a bold twist on the traditional rugby narrative, opening Pack of Girls to local audiences… ...
Denys Latham holding WRFU Lifetime Contribution Award in front of Wellington Rugby backdrop. Porirua’s Denys Latham honoured with Lifetime Award October 15, 2025 Denys Latham has been recognised with the Wellington Rugby Football Union (WRFU) Lifetime Contribution Award, celebrating a decades-long commitment to the sport he loves. The… ...
Three framed portraits of Porirua Hall of Fame inductees. From left: a smiling man holding a large trophy, a woman in a yellow top with long hair looking thoughtfully to the side, and a male boxer in red gloves and black shorts with "New Zealand" printed on the front. Hall of Fame tour celebrates Porirua’s local legends October 18, 2025 Te Rauparaha Arena is celebrating the city’s most influential figures as part of this year’s Wellington Heritage Festival, offering a week-long self-guided tour through the… ...
Four women dressed in rugby uniforms act out a scene in a clubroom setting, with one holding a rugby ball and others engaged in dramatic play, while a man in a referee shirt looks on from the background. Porirua Women take Centre Field in Rugby Comedy Premiere October 15, 2025 Porirua Little Theatre has kicked off its latest production with a bold twist on the traditional rugby narrative, opening Pack of Girls to local audiences… ...
Denys Latham holding WRFU Lifetime Contribution Award in front of Wellington Rugby backdrop. Porirua’s Denys Latham honoured with Lifetime Award October 15, 2025 Denys Latham has been recognised with the Wellington Rugby Football Union (WRFU) Lifetime Contribution Award, celebrating a decades-long commitment to the sport he loves. The… ...
Poster for All Star Wrestling: Porirua featuring six wrestlers posing with championship belts, with event details showing Saturday 11 October at Te Rauparaha Arena, doors open 5pm, bell time 6pm. All Star Wrestling returns to Porirua October 2, 2025 Porirua will host one of the biggest wrestling events Wellington has seen in decades when All Star Wrestling: Porirua takes over Te Rauparaha Arena on… ...
Three Mana College students to represent New Zealand in handball September 30, 2025 Three students from Mana College have been selected to represent New Zealand at the 2025 IHF Trophy Oceania Youth and Junior Women’s Handball Championship in… ...
Game Day Porirua: Bring the Heat to the Ballot Box September 29, 2025 Labour candidates Geoff Hayward and Josh Trlin are calling on Porirua residents to bring their team spirit to the ballot box this Saturday, aiming to… ...
Porirua City FC Celebrates Juniors Success at Prize Giving September 29, 2025 Porirua City Football Club capped off a standout 2025 season with its 7th annual Junior Prize Giving, celebrating the growth of its youth programme and… ...
Mana College Senior A netball team pose with medals and trophies after winning the Lower North Island Secondary Schools B Grade final. Mana College netballers promoted after stunning Win August 28, 2025 Mana College’s Senior A netball team have earned promotion to the A Grade for 2026 after winning the Lower North Island Secondary Schools B Grade… ...
Porirua’s Whitney Souness Chases Netball Dream August 25, 2025 Porirua’s own Whitney Souness, affectionately known as the "Princess of Porirua," has signed with the Sydney-based GIANTS for the 2026 Suncorp Super Netball season, marking… ...
Porirua Parkrun welcomes all for weekly 5km fitness and fun August 20, 2025 Locals are invited to lace up their running shoes or walking trainers for the Porirua Parkrun, a free weekly 5km event held every Saturday morning… ...
Aotea College U15 back-to-back Ross Findlay Cup titles in thrilling final August 17, 2025 Aotea College’s Under-15 rugby team has done it again, defending their Ross Findlay Cup title in dramatic fashion with a 34–33 victory over Kapiti College.… ...
Lions off to slow start in NPC opener August 3, 2025 Canterbury launched their 2025 National Provincial Championship (NPC) campaign in dominant fashion, defeating defending champions Wellington 33-15 at Jerry Collins Stadium in Porirua on Saturday… ...
Valkyrie Women Claim Fifth Straight Title, Honour Fallen Viking Valkyrie Women Claim Fifth Straight Title, Honour Fallen Viking August 3, 2025 The Porirua Vikings Valkyrie Women’s Team clinched their fifth consecutive grand final title over the weekend, marking a historic milestone for the club and community.… ...
Season opener at Porirua Park today August 2, 2025 Rugby fans are in for a treat this Saturday as the Wellington Lions take on Canterbury in the Bunnings Warehouse NPC at Porirua Park, kicking… ...
Mila Reuelu-Buchanan holding a green glass award, standing between two supporters at the Stars Awards Night in Karaka. Ask ChatGPT Porirua’s Mila Reuelu-Buchanan Sweeps Top Honours at 2025 Stars Awards July 30, 2025 Porirua’s own Mila Reuelu-Buchanan stole the spotlight at the Go Media Stars 2025 awards evening, held at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Karaka, sweeping the… ...
Porirua honours community heroes at 2025 Civic Awards July 28, 2025 Porirua City celebrated its 2025 Civic Award recipients with a moving ceremony recognising residents who have gone above and beyond in their voluntary service to… ...
Porirua’s Faith Ward becomes first Kiwi Dallas Cowboys cheerleader July 26, 2025 Faith Ward, a 22-year-old dancer born in Wellington and raised just north of Porirua, has made history as the first New Zealander to join the… ...
Wellington Phoenix players celebrate a goal against Wrexham during a pre-season friendly at Sky Stadium. Wellington Phoenix Stun Wrexham July 24, 2025 A youthful Wellington Phoenix side delivered a major upset on Saturday night, defeating Wrexham AFC 1-0 in front of more than 25,000 fans at Sky… ...
Porirua Vikings Premier team celebrating their Tier 2 Division rugby league win with trophy and medals. Porirua Vikings Crowned Champions July 24, 2025 The Porirua Vikings Rugby League Club is celebrating a triumphant end to the season after their Premier team secured a hard-fought 26-24 victory over Petone… ...
Wellington Saints players and staff celebrating their NBL championship win on court at TSB Arena. Wellington Saints Crowned NBL Champions July 22, 2025 The Wellington Saints have secured their 13th National Basketball League (NBL) title with a gripping 88–83 victory over the Southland Sharks at TSB Arena. Spurred… ...
Porirua Valkyrie women's rugby league team celebrating with the Aggy Memorial Cup Valkyrie triumph in Aggy Memorial Cup clash July 22, 2025 The Porirua Valkyrie powered to a 34–18 victory over the St George Dragons Porirua on Sunday, claiming the Aggy Memorial Cup in the Mana Wāhine… ...
Porirua City FC Celebrates Juniors Success at Prize Giving (September 29, 2025) Porirua City Football Club capped off a standout 2025 season with its 7th annual Junior Prize Giving, celebrating the growth of its youth programme and… ...
Mana College netballers promoted after stunning Win (August 28, 2025) Mana College’s Senior A netball team have earned promotion to the A Grade for 2026 after winning the Lower North Island Secondary Schools B Grade… ...
Porirua’s Whitney Souness Chases Netball Dream (August 25, 2025) Porirua’s own Whitney Souness, affectionately known as the "Princess of Porirua," has signed with the Sydney-based GIANTS for the 2026 Suncorp Super Netball season, marking… ...
Porirua Parkrun welcomes all for weekly 5km fitness and fun (August 20, 2025) Locals are invited to lace up their running shoes or walking trainers for the Porirua Parkrun, a free weekly 5km event held every Saturday morning… ...
Aotea College U15 back-to-back Ross Findlay Cup titles in thrilling final (August 17, 2025) Aotea College’s Under-15 rugby team has done it again, defending their Ross Findlay Cup title in dramatic fashion with a 34–33 victory over Kapiti College.… ...
Lions off to slow start in NPC opener (August 3, 2025) Canterbury launched their 2025 National Provincial Championship (NPC) campaign in dominant fashion, defeating defending champions Wellington 33-15 at Jerry Collins Stadium in Porirua on Saturday… ...
Valkyrie Women Claim Fifth Straight Title, Honour Fallen Viking (August 3, 2025) The Porirua Vikings Valkyrie Women’s Team clinched their fifth consecutive grand final title over the weekend, marking a historic milestone for the club and community.… ...
Season opener at Porirua Park today (August 2, 2025) Rugby fans are in for a treat this Saturday as the Wellington Lions take on Canterbury in the Bunnings Warehouse NPC at Porirua Park, kicking… ...
Porirua’s Mila Reuelu-Buchanan Sweeps Top Honours at 2025 Stars Awards (July 30, 2025) Porirua’s own Mila Reuelu-Buchanan stole the spotlight at the Go Media Stars 2025 awards evening, held at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Karaka, sweeping the… ...
Porirua honours community heroes at 2025 Civic Awards (July 28, 2025) Porirua City celebrated its 2025 Civic Award recipients with a moving ceremony recognising residents who have gone above and beyond in their voluntary service to… ...
Porirua’s Faith Ward becomes first Kiwi Dallas Cowboys cheerleader (July 26, 2025) Faith Ward, a 22-year-old dancer born in Wellington and raised just north of Porirua, has made history as the first New Zealander to join the… ...
Wellington Phoenix Stun Wrexham (July 24, 2025) A youthful Wellington Phoenix side delivered a major upset on Saturday night, defeating Wrexham AFC 1-0 in front of more than 25,000 fans at Sky… ...
Porirua Vikings Crowned Champions (July 24, 2025) The Porirua Vikings Rugby League Club is celebrating a triumphant end to the season after their Premier team secured a hard-fought 26-24 victory over Petone… ...
Wellington Saints Crowned NBL Champions (July 22, 2025) The Wellington Saints have secured their 13th National Basketball League (NBL) title with a gripping 88–83 victory over the Southland Sharks at TSB Arena. Spurred… ...
Valkyrie triumph in Aggy Memorial Cup clash (July 22, 2025) The Porirua Valkyrie powered to a 34–18 victory over the St George Dragons Porirua on Sunday, claiming the Aggy Memorial Cup in the Mana Wāhine… ...
Extra Trains & Buses for Phoenix vs Wrexham (July 17, 2025) Fans heading to the highly anticipated clash between Wellington Phoenix and Wrexham AFC this Saturday will have extra public transport options, thanks to boosted Metlink… ...
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… ...
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,… ...
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… ...
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… ...