Porirua Serves Up Burger Love
Porirua will be sizzling with flavour this August as local eateries and venues dive into the love-themed festivities of Visa Wellington On a Plate 2025. […]
Articles by Tim Wilson
Porirua Gears Up for Local Election ’25
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
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
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 […]
Crash Closes Road in Lower Hutt
The northbound lane of Woburn Road in Lower Hutt was closed early this morning after a car rolled, prompting a swift emergency response. Emergency services […]
Short Jolt shakes Porirua region
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 […]
Porirua Shines Bright During Matariki Celebrations
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 […]
4Paws Empire Wins Big at Love Local Expo
Dog-friendly retailer 4Paws Empire has taken out the People’s Choice Award at this year’s Love Local Expo, held on 7 June at Te Rauparaha Arena. […]
BizFest Sells Out, Porirua Backs Business
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 […]
Human remains found in Ōwhiro Bay garden
Police have launched an investigation after human remains were discovered in a residential garden in Ōwhiro Bay on Sunday, 22 June. A homeowner alerted authorities […]