Recycle your Tyres for Free in Porirua Now
Porirua residents can now drop off used tyres at Spicer Landfill for free, thanks to the Tyrewise product stewardship scheme, which aims to recycle tyres […]
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Police concerned by Vigilante behaviour
Police are actively investigating an alleged incident in Porirua, where a man was reported to have attempted to force a woman into a black van […]
Winds reach 130 km/h gusting through Porirua
MetService has issued a Strong Wind Warning for the Porirua region, with severe gales expected to hit from 9 p.m. on Saturday through to 5 […]
Aotearoa Mourns the Passing of Māori King Kiingi Tūheitia
Aotearoa New Zealand is in mourning following the sudden death of Māori King Kiingi Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, who passed away early Friday morning […]
Porirua City Council votes to retain Māori Ward
The Parirua Māori Ward was established in 2021 to ensure Māori representation on the Council and was first used in the 2022 local elections. The […]
Porirua Grills the Competition in Burger Wellington
Two Porirua eateries have made a strong impression in this year’s Burger Wellington competition, securing spots among the top five finalists from nearly 200 venues. […]
Severe Flooding Hits Porirua: Residents Urged to Stay Safe
Porirua residents are facing significant disruptions today as heavy rain continues to cause severe flooding across the area, affecting key roads and transportation. Local resident […]
Fire Contained at Whittaker’s Chocolate Factory in Porirua
Firefighters successfully contained a blaze that broke out, Thursday 22 August, at the Whittaker’s chocolate factory, located on Mohuia Crescent. The fire, which began in […]
The remarkable pie shop hidden in a Porirua industrial estate
By Nick Iles Food is language. It is a complex tool of communication that we use to share information with one another. It is used […]
Plimmerton Boating Club’s Jetty Gets $35,000 Grant
The Plimmerton Boating Club has received a significant boost with a $35,000 grant from the New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) to repair its main jetty, […]