Porirua interns gain skills through council programme
A group of Porirua secondary school students have begun hands-on work placements with Porirua City Council as part of the Mahi Rangatahi programme, now in […]
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Porirua to host Phoenix semi-final
Porirua is set to host one of the biggest matches in local football history, with the Wellington Phoenix to play a women’s A-League semi-final at […]
Porirua commemorates Anzac Day with services across the city
Porirua residents gathered from the early hours this morning to honour service personnel past and present, with Anzac Day commemorations held across the city. A […]
Welcome: Nine Local Businesses Backing Porirua in the Business Directory
Nine more local businesses have joined the Porirua News Business Directory this week. We’d like to thank these fantastic local businesses for supporting Porirua and […]
Porirua Careers Expo returns, offers prizes and pathways
The Porirua Careers Expo will return to Te Rauparaha Arena early next month, promising a full day of career inspiration, industry connections and practical support […]
State of emergency declared across Wellington region as heavy rain hits
A state of emergency has been declared across the Wellington region as heavy rain, flooding and slips continue to impact communities on Monday afternoon. Wellington […]
Porirua thunderstorms trigger warning, heavy rain risk rises
A severe thunderstorm warning is in place for Porirua and surrounding areas, with forecasters warning of intense downpours and hazardous conditions through midday Sunday. MetService […]
Heavy rain floods Porirua suburbs, evacuations, more storms ahead
Residents in parts of Porirua are dealing with severe flooding after torrential rain inundates homes and forces evacuations on Saturday, with more heavy rain expected […]
Police seize drugs, cash, stolen goods in Porirua raid
A 30-year-old man has appeared in court after Police uncovered drugs, cash and suspected stolen property at a Cannons Creek address in Porirua. The arrest […]
Porirua ANZAC Services 25 APRIL 2026
Communities across Porirua City will come together on Saturday 25 April 2026 to mark ANZAC Day and remember those who served and sacrificed in war, […]