Court orders recount in Porirua Māori Ward
A recount of votes in Porirua City Council’s Māori Ward will take place following a District Court decision issued today. The recount was granted after […]
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Aotea College Crowned Girls Sevens Champions
Aotea College’s Under 15 Girls Sevens team has claimed the 2025 College Sport Wellington (CSW) Rugby Sevens title, defeating Wellington Girls’ College 24–22 in a […]
Welcome to our new Business Directory Members
Porirua News is proud to welcome another great group of local businesses to our growing Porirua Business Directory, a place where residents can easily find […]
Hidden Gems: ‘Books Worth Keeping’ – A Treasure Trove in Kenepuru
Tucked away in an unassuming unit on Kenepuru Drive, Books Worth Keeping is one of Porirua’s best-kept secrets. This second-hand bookshop feels like stepping into […]
Getting Sh*t Done for Porirua
Column by Councillor, Geoff Hayward This week, councillors-elect met with our senior staff to talk about the next three years: what we want to see, […]
Haerenga Whakapakari: A Journey through our landscape
Mana Arts Society exhibition at Pataka Haerenga means journey. Whakapakari speaks to strengthening, maturing, and developing people. Together, haerenga whakapakari, reflects the heart of Mana […]
Nine More Fantastic Businesses – Join the Porirua News Business Directory
We’re excited to welcome another great mix of local businesses who’ve joined the Porirua News Business Directory this week, from painting and plastering to restoration […]
Column From Mayor Anita Baker: Thank You, Porirua
Column by Porirua Mayor, Anita Baker With the election period concluded and after the result of special votes I want to express my deep gratitude […]
Expect Delays: SH58 Roadworks Ramp Up Across Porirua This Week
Here’s the updated article with the new roadworks details for Pukerua Bay and the Mungavin Interchange added in: Porirua commuters face more delays as SH58, […]
Claims of Mismanagement Spark Governance Row at Porirua Multicultural Council
Concerns over transparency, financial accountability, and leadership integrity have been raised by a former vice-president of the Porirua Multicultural Council (PMC), prompting a public response […]