Porirua Drivers: Delays, Detours and Closures This Week
Motorists travelling through Porirua and north toward Kāpiti are being warned to expect delays over the long weekend as extensive state highway roadworks continue across […]
Articles by Tim Wilson
Porirua United to Compete in First Women’s Kirikiti Tournament
Porirua United Kirikiti Club will be part of a historic sporting event next Monday when the Hutt Valley hosts its first-ever women’s-only kirikiti tournament. Porirua […]
Summer Maintenance on SH1 Transmission Gully
Extensive resurfacing and repair works are underway on SH1 Transmission Gully, prepping the road for winter. Both northbound and southbound lanes are experiencing night-time closures, […]
Metlink boosts services for Ed Sheeran show
Ed Sheeran fans heading to Sky Stadium next Wednesday, January 21, will be able to ride public transport for free, with extra Metlink services laid […]
TOA Waka Ama teams excel at Nationals
TOA Waka Ama teams are delivering strong performances at the 2026 Waka Ama Sprint Nationals, as the sport hosts its largest national championships to date. […]
Porirua-born Nathaniel Salmon accepts US college offer
Porirua-born athlete Nathaniel Salmon has accepted an offer to play college American football for the Washington State Cougars, following an unusual journey that has taken […]
New exercise class launches for Porirua seniors
Porirua seniors are being invited to take part in a new exercise class focused on balance, strength and confidence. Age Concern Wellington Region is launching […]
Z Manu World Champs call on Porirua Manu Specialists
Porirua manu specialists are being called up as the Z Manu World Champs bring a Wellington Super Qualifier to the region later this month. The […]
Porirua roadworks update, this week
Drivers in Porirua and northern Wellington are being urged to plan ahead this week as night closures and lane restrictions continue on Transmission Gully and […]
Plimmerton Park & Ride closes for repairs
The Plimmerton Park & Ride will close for a week from Monday, January 12, while urgent resurfacing work is carried out. The closure affects the […]