Business – Porirua News

Collage of nine Porirua News Business Directory members featuring logos and business images including Drive 4 Life, The Beer Engine, Streetwise Coffee, Precision Trade Solutions, Fitness Portal, Wellington Showers, MBS Digital Print Solutions, Prime Doors, and All Over I.T.

Great Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua

February 11, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A big welcome to nine more local businesses and organisations that are now part of the Porirua News Business Directory. Their support helps keep community […]

Members of the Patterson family, who run Insulation Tech NZ, featured in a Porirua News business spotlight.

Family business helps insulate Porirua homes

February 11, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Insulation Tech NZ is carrying out insulation and Healthy Homes work in Porirua as part of its wider service across the Wellington region. Insulation Tech […]

Porirua ratepayers could face reduced public transport and flood protection services if the Government proceeds with proposed rates capping, Greater Wellington has warned.

Rates capping could hit Porirua transport and flood protection

February 7, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Critical services relied on by Porirua residents, including public transport and flood protection, could be compromised if the Government proceeds with its proposed rates capping […]

People gather at Porirua’s Waitangi Day celebration, with families, performers and stalls visible in a community setting.

Waitangi Day in Porirua is always something special

February 4, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

By Mayor Anita Baker Each year, thousands of people come together to mark the day in a way that feels distinctly Porirua, open, welcoming, and […]

Collage of logos and promotional images from Porirua News Business Directory members including Alexander Hogg Coaching & Consulting, Total Pest Control, Porirua Club, Blue Carrot Catering, Fabulash Brows, Arbinnovations, Elite Arboriculture, Capital Chem-Dry, and Imperial Detailing Co.

Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua

February 2, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A warm welcome to nine outstanding businesses who’ve recently joined the Porirua News Business Directory. From car care and catering to arborists, pest control, beauty, […]

Porirua hosts Waitangi Weekend National 7’s

January 25, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Paremata-Plimmerton Rugby Football Club will host the National Club 7s tournament at Ngāti Toa Domain in Plimmerton on Waitangi Weekend, Saturday, February 7, bringing teams […]

Crowds gather in Porirua for Waitangi Day celebrations featuring live music, cultural performances and community activities ahead of a busy holiday weekend.

Waitangi weekend to fill Porirua with music and rugby

January 23, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua is set for a busy Waitangi weekend, with free whānau-focused celebrations on Waitangi Day followed by a pre-season Super Rugby clash at Jerry Collins […]

Greater Wellington's Chair of the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee, Yadana Saw

Greater Wellington reports strong credit rating

January 21, 2026 admin 0

S&P Global Ratings has affirmed Greater Wellington’s AA long‑term and A‑1+ short‑term credit ratings, noting the region’s strong economic fundamentals and robust financial management. The […]

A row of small Porirua shops with colourful signage, parked cars, a pedestrian crossing, and a large blue planter on the footpath.

Porirua Police Warn Shoppers of Online Scams

December 28, 2025 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua residents are being urged to take extra care when buying and selling items on social media, as Police warn of common tactics being used […]

Closed sign displayed on the door of Pepe’s Cafe in Porirua.

Porirua loses Pasifika-inspired food icon

December 21, 2025 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua is set to lose a much-loved Pasifika-inspired cafe, with Pepe’s Cafe announcing it will close after it’s last day, Sunday 21 December, following challenging […]