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A group of young TOA Waka Ama paddlers wearing red team shirts stand together on a podium holding medals, with water visible behind them.

TOA Waka Ama teams excel at Waka Ama Nationals

January 14, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

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. […]

Nathaniel Salmon wears a white American football jersey with number 40 during a training session, walking on a field with other players blurred in the background.

Porirua-born Nathaniel Salmon accepts US college offer

January 14, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

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 […]

A group of older adults seated in chairs raise one arm during a gentle exercise class in a community hall.

New exercise class launches for Porirua seniors

January 14, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

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 […]

Zerenity Mill-Simpson, 2025 Z Manu World Champs female youth champion, mid-jump during a manu competition.

Z Manu World Champs call on Porirua Manu Specialists

January 13, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

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 […]

Plimmerton railway station platforms with empty tracks, shelters and overhead power lines on a cloudy day.

Plimmerton Park & Ride closes for repairs

January 9, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Plimmerton Park & Ride will close for a week from Monday, January 12, while urgent resurfacing work is carried out. The closure affects the […]

Firefighters stand on a Porirua street as hoses run toward a badly fire-damaged house, with the roof and windows visibly burned.

Porirua family loses home in house fire

January 9, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A Porirua family has lost their home after a house fire on Wednesday afternoon. Members of the public raised the alarm and helped those inside […]

People take part in an outdoor Bodybalance class, with Aotea Lagoon parkland visible alongside a promotional image for Les Mills Bodybalance.

Free Bodybalance classes move outdoors at Aotea

January 7, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Free outdoor Bodybalance classes will be held at Aotea Lagoon this summer, with Arena Fitness taking its regular Sunday sessions outside. The 45-minute classes will […]

A Titahi Bay junior athlete runs on the track at Newtown Park Stadium, with spectators watching from behind the fence during a junior athletics meet.

Titahi Bay juniors stand out at Wellington meet

January 4, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Young athletes from Titahi Bay delivered an impressive set of performances at a Pre-Colgate Games mini meet held at Newtown Park Stadium in Wellington, finishing […]

A message displayed on the Manage My Health website notifying users of a recent cyber security incident.

Health data breach raises concerns for Porirua patients

January 3, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua patients who use the online health portal Manage My Health are being advised to stay informed following a ransomware attack on the company’s systems. […]

A person wearing a black helmet and face covering rides a black and red dirt bike with the number 450 on the side along a city street in Porirua.

Dirt bike rider flees Police in Porirua centre

December 30, 2025 Tim Wilson 0

Police are appealing for information after a dirt bike rider fled officers in Porirua City Centre on Sunday afternoon. A Police unit spotted a black […]