Kathleen Filo Calls for Return to Village Planning Following Pump Track Success August 18, 2025 Mayoral candidate Kathleen Filo says the success of the new Porirua Pump Track highlights the power of community-led development, and she's calling for the revival… ...
Community lawyer Chris Ellis announces election run August 17, 2025 After 16 years supporting local residents through legal challenges, Chris Ellis has announced his candidacy for Porirua City Council, standing for the Onepoto Ward in… ...
Brent Ching – Candidate Profile for the Pāuatahanui General Ward August 12, 2025 Residents need confidence in council to deliver strong governance around management oflimited resources, being focused on delivering key infrastructure, maintenance of our roadsand recreational areas,… ...
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… ...
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… ...
Join the Conversation: Porirua News launches Letters to the Editor August 11, 2025 Porirua News is inviting readers to share their views through our new Letters to the Editor section. This is your chance to respond to local… ...
Porirua leaders condemn misuse of kuia’s image in anti-Māori billboard August 8, 2025 A political billboard campaign has sparked national outrage after a Māori kuia’s image was used without consent, and Porirua leaders are among those calling it… ...
Yan Zhang is running for election in the Onepoto Ward August 5, 2025 My Rates, My Local, Thriving Communities - by Yan Zhang. I’m a solo mother raising a bright neurodivergent child in Titahi Bay, a business analyst and… ...
Phil Rhodes to Contest Regional Council Seat Covering Porirua, Tawa August 5, 2025 Long-time land surveyor Phil Rhodes has entered the race for the Greater Wellington Regional Council, seeking to represent the Porirua–Tawa constituency in this year’s local… ...
Phil Houlihan – Candidate Profile for Pāuatahanui General Ward August 4, 2025 I am Phill Houlihan, and I am running as an ACT Local candidate for Porirua CityCouncil in the Pāuatahanui General Ward in the 2025 Local… ...
Nominations Close for 2025 Porirua Elections: Full List of Candidates Confirmed August 3, 2025 Nominations have officially closed for the 2025 Porirua City Council elections, with 31 candidates confirmed across the mayoralty, general wards, and the Māori ward. Voters… ...
Josh Trlin announces campaign for re-election July 18, 2025 Kia ora, my name is Josh Trlin and I'm excited to announce my campaign for re-election to Porirua City Council's Pāuatahanui General Ward. As your… ...
Geoff Hayward running again in the Onepoto Ward July 17, 2025 A few years ago, our house nearly flooded in a heavy storm. We were lucky: our neighbours weren’t.No matter how hard we help each other… ...
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… ...
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 re-election 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… ...
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… ...
Why I’m Standing Again July 8, 2025 Porirua is my home. I grew up here, went to school here, and raised my family here. I didn’t plan on becoming Mayor, but when… ...
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… ...
How to Run for Council in Porirua’s 2025 Election June 29, 2025 Porirua’s local elections are approaching, and for those considering a run for office, now is the time to step forward. Nominations open on Friday, 4… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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… ...