Wāhine Auaha: Short Play and Comedy Festival
A celebration of Greater Wellington’s creative women starts this week at Mana Little Theatre.The short play and comedy festival features three short plays written and […]
Arts
Love Local returns to Te Rauparaha Arena
Porirua’s much-loved Love Local Expo is set to return to Te Rauparaha Arena on Saturday 7 June, running from 10am to 4pm. Now in its […]
Rotuman Language Week Celebrates Identity, Culture, and Community
Rotuman communities across Aotearoa are set to celebrate Rotuman Language Week from 11–18 May 2025, with a vibrant programme of cultural events and community initiatives […]
Porirua Welcomes Bislama to Pacific Language Weeks in 2025
Porirua is set to celebrate the Pacific even more vibrantly in 2025, with Bislama, Vanuatu’s official language, joining the roster of Pacific Language Weeks recognised […]
Porirua’s Dr Taku Parai Honoured for Lifetime Service
Dr Taku Parai, a respected kaumātua of Ngāti Toa Rangatira and longstanding advocate for Māori development in Porirua, has been appointed an Officer of the […]
Titahi Bay Easter Fair Brings Joy to Porirua
Porirua residents turned out in droves on Good Friday for the annual Titahi Bay Easter Fair, which moved this year to Te Rauparaha Park to […]
Nominations Open for 2025 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards
Porirua residents are being encouraged to put forward their favourite local volunteer groups, with nominations now open for the 2025 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. […]
Acclaimed Māori artist Robyn Kahukiwa has died
Well-known New Zealand painter Robyn Kahukiwa has died. The family announced her passing on social media. “Māreikura, Wahine Toa, and Tohunga mahi toi Māori Robyn Kahukiwa […]
South African Flavours on Show at Moederland Market Day in Kenepuru
Locals looking for a taste of South Africa are invited to Moederland’s Market Day this Sunday, 13 April, from 11 AM to 4 PM at […]
Nominations open for 2025 Porirua Civic Awards
Porirua residents are being encouraged to nominate their local heroes, with nominations now open for the 2025 Porirua Civic Awards — the city’s highest honour […]