Porirua Explores New Waste Solutions as Landfill Nears Capacity
The Porirua City Council is evaluating alternatives for managing waste disposal as Spicer Landfill approaches the end of its usable life, with a potential closure […]
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Whenua Tapu Cemetery Retains Prestigious Green Flag Status
Porirua’s Whenua Tapu Cemetery has achieved Green Flag accreditation for the fourth consecutive year, highlighting its exceptional standards and welcoming environment. The award, granted by […]
Historic Hikoi reaches Parliament to Protest Treaty Principles Bill
A massive hikoi, leaving Porirua this morning, marched through Wellington’s central business district today, culminating on Parliament grounds as thousands voiced their opposition to the […]
Traffic disruptions likely for Gang related funeral – Porirua
Kāpiti Mana Area Commander, Inspector Renée Perkins says Police are aware of a gang related funeral in the Porirua area today. “The procession is expected […]
Missing: 77-Year-Old Graham Last Seen on Porirua Trail
Police are searching for Graham, a 77-year-old with possible dementia, last seen on the Colonial Knob walkway near Porirua. Family reported seeing him on “The […]
Update: New Sighting Reported in Search for Missing Teen, Alexander Norton Dysart
The family of Alexander Norton Dysart, 17, is encouraged by a recent sighting reported via Instagram, where a witness claims to have seen Alex on […]
Telehealth at Kenepuru Hospital is not a Solution – it is a Cut.
Column by Hon Barbara Edmonds, MP for Mana. It has been a year since the General Election, and never in my time have I observed […]
Porirua’s ‘Native Loom’ Brings Block Printing Workshops to Life
A Porirua-based social enterprise, The Native Loom, founded by Darapureddy Sneha, is hosting a hands-on block printing workshop in collaboration with the Porirua Multicultural Council. […]
New Art and Craft Market Adds Colour to Porirua’s Kai Tahi Food Court
Porirua locals and visitors alike now have a fresh reason to gather at the Kai Tahi international food court every Sunday with the launch of […]
Pātaka’s Summer Exhibitions Inspire and Connect Audiences
Pātaka Art + Museum has unveiled its summer season with three dynamic exhibitions that blend activism, tradition, and cross-cultural dialogue. Opened Saturday, these exhibitions offer […]