Porirua to Mark 10 Years Since Passing of Rugby Great Jerry Collins
This weekend, Porirua will commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the passing of All Black Great Jerry Collins, with a series of events at Jerry Collins […]
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Signs of Strain, Seeds of Strength: A Snapshot of Porirua Today
Column by Porirua City Mayor, Anita Baker You know me. I don’t sugar-coat things. The latest reports on Porirua’s economy and onour tamariki and rangatahi […]
Porirua Club’s Jon Shaw Wins North Island Poker Champs
Jon Shaw from the Porirua Club emerged victorious at the ‘Clubs New Zealand 2025 North Island Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament’ held over the weekend, bringing […]
Porirua Locals Recognised in 2025 King’s Birthday Honours
Two Porirua locals have been celebrated on this year’s King’s Birthday Honours list for their outstanding contributions to Aotearoa New Zealand. Simon Strombom, known for […]
Pataka welcomes new Kaiako Educator
Con Noema, Porirua City Council’s Māori Strategic Coordinator, welcomed Miriama Karena Te One (Ngāti Mutunga, Te Ātiawa) and her whanau this morning, as the new […]
Wāhine Auaha: Short Play and Comedy Festival
A celebration of Greater Wellington’s creative women starts this week at Mana Little Theatre.The short play and comedy festival features three short plays written and […]
Grant Boosts Coastguard Mana’s Lifesaving Capabilities
A $9,842 grant from the New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) is helping Coastguard Mana upgrade critical search and rescue equipment, enhancing its ability to save […]
Council launch grants to promote sustainability in Porirua
A new grant scheme aimed at reducing waste and promoting sustainability was approved by Porirua City Council at its meeting this morning, marking a major […]
31 New Local Businesses join Porirua Business Directory
A new wave of 31 businesses has joined the Porirua Business Directory, strengthening a growing initiative that connects residents with trusted local services and shops. […]
Black Sticks Inspire Aotea College Students
Aotea College students were treated to a special hockey session on Sunday when the Nations Cup Trophy tour stopped in Wellington. The event, part of […]