Porirua Celebrates Kiribati Language Week
Porirua came together this week to celebrate Kiribati Language Week with a vibrant flag-raising ceremony and cultural festivities that highlighted the richness of the Kiribati […]
Articles by Tim Wilson
Community Joins Forces to Plant 1,100 Native Plants
More than 70 volunteers gathered at Motukaraka Point, Pauatahanui Inlet, on Sunday morning for the first planting day of a major environmental project led by […]
Calls for Community Voices in Porirua Election 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 […]
Adapted Kindy Gym Classes to Launch in Porirua
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 […]
Welcome to Our Newest Porirua News Business Directory Members
We’re excited to welcome 24 fantastic local businesses to the Porirua News Business Directory — each one adding to the energy and character that makes […]
Why I’m Standing Again
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 […]
Red Flags for $170m School Lunch Contract
Ministry of Education officials warned against awarding a $170 million school lunch contract to a group of providers with troubling track records just weeks before […]
Friends of Pātaka Winter Music Series Celebrates 20 Years of Music, Art, Community
Porirua’s much-loved Friends of Pātaka Winter Music Series returns this month, marking 20 years of bringing warmth, music, and community spirit to the heart of […]
Baby suffers serious injuries in Hutt Valley
Police are appealing for information after a three-month-old baby girl was admitted to hospital in the Hutt Valley with multiple serious injuries. Detective Senior Sergeant […]
Kapi Mana U-14 Netball Team Crowned Champs
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 […]