Porirua’s Summer brings Music, Markets, and Whānau Fun
Porirua’s summer season is shaping up to be packed with free events, music, play, and community celebrations, kicking off on Sunday 7 December with Kirihimete […]
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Old materials, new life: Scooter track opens at Ngāti Toa Domain
An under-used pathway in Paremata has been transformed into a colourful scooter track, giving new life to old materials and creating a fresh play space […]
Business Spotlight: BedsRus Porirua Helping Locals Sleep Better
Porirua shoppers looking for a great night’s sleep don’t have to look far. BedsRus Porirua has become the go-to destination for quality beds and mattresses […]
Recount confirms Kylie Wihapi elected to Māori ward
A judicial recount of votes for the Porirua City Council’s Māori ward has confirmed Kylie Wihapi as the successful candidate, securing her position on the […]
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 […]
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 […]