Porirua tamariki lead active travel push
Hundreds of tamariki across Porirua are expected to swap car rides for walking shoes, bikes and bus passes this month as Movin’March returns for its […]
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Cannons Creek assault, arrest made
Police have arrested and charged a 22-year-old man following an alleged firearm assault in Cannons Creek last week that left one person in hospital. Officers […]
Free car seat checks aim to keep tamariki safe
Parents and caregivers are being encouraged to get their child restraints checked at a free safety event in Ranui next month. Porirua City Council is […]
Rangituhi tracks close after storm damage
All tracks connecting Boundary Rd to Spicer Park have been closed after significant storm damage left trees unstable and branches at risk of falling. Porirua […]
Splash pad upgrades start at Aotea Lagoon
Work will begin next week on new changing cubicles at the north end of Aotea Lagoon, aimed at improving facilities for families using Porirua’s popular […]
Pātaka hosts dual Fred Graham exhibitions
Pātaka Art + Museum is hosting two significant exhibitions honouring the life and work of renowned Māori sculptor and carver Fred Graham, offering Porirua residents […]
200+ Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua
The Porirua News Business Directory has passed 200 local business listings, marking a significant show of support for independent community journalism in Porirua City. Launched […]
Storm damage leaves 260 without power across Porirua and Wellington
Wellington Electricity says 260 customers in Porirua and Wellington remain without power after severe wind brought down trees and damaged electricity lines across the region. […]
Porirua roadworks, SH1 SH59 traffic updates for February 21 to 27
Motorists travelling through Porirua, Wellington and Kāpiti face another week of roadworks, with lane closures and stop go controls in place across several state highways […]
Update: Cannons Creek shooting leaves one injured
Armed police remain in Cannons Creek after an early morning assault that forced nearby schools into lockdown. Officers were called to Dido Place about 7.40am […]