Suspected Sludge in Stream Sparks Concern
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, […]
Articles by Tim Wilson
Extra Trains & Buses for Phoenix vs Wrexham
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 […]
Geoff Hayward running again in the Onepoto Ward
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 […]
Porirua Hospital Memorial Project
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 […]
Whitireia Park volunteers to mark 20 years of restoration
Locals are invited to celebrate two decades of conservation work at Whitireia Park with a special planting event and BBQ on Sunday 20 July, starting […]
Moira Lawler Launches Bid for Pāuatahanui Ward
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 […]
Saints Storm Into Grand Final
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 […]
Landslip Forces Evacuations in Porirua After Heavy Rain
A sudden landslip on Acheron Road in Porirua forced multiple families to evacuate their homes on Sunday morning, after heavy rain caused a section of […]
Kathleen Filo enters Porirua mayoral race
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
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, […]