Great Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua
Nine more local businesses are now supporting community news in Porirua after joining the Porirua News Business Directory, bringing together a mix of creative services, […]
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Great Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua
A big welcome to nine more local businesses and organisations that are now part of the Porirua News Business Directory. Their support helps keep community […]
Rates capping could hit Porirua transport and flood protection
Critical services relied on by Porirua residents, including public transport and flood protection, could be compromised if the Government proceeds with its proposed rates capping […]
Waitangi weekend to fill Porirua with music and rugby
Porirua is set for a busy Waitangi weekend, with free whānau-focused celebrations on Waitangi Day followed by a pre-season Super Rugby clash at Jerry Collins […]
Porirua 10-year-old passes NCEA
A Porirua Year 6 student has passed NCEA and Cambridge exams years before most teenagers even begin sitting them. Raymond Hsu, 10, achieved Merit grades […]
Porirua-born Nathaniel Salmon accepts US college offer
Porirua-born athlete Nathaniel Salmon has accepted an offer to play college American football for the Washington State Cougars, following an unusual journey that has taken […]
Titahi Bay juniors stand out at Wellington meet
Young athletes from Titahi Bay delivered an impressive set of performances at a Pre-Colgate Games mini meet held at Newtown Park Stadium in Wellington, finishing […]
Porirua City Brass backs young musicians
Porirua City Brass is performing alongside young local musicians this week, giving members of the Porirua Youth Band a chance to play in front of […]
Porirua doctor builds following inspiring future surgeons
A Porirua-raised Māori-Pasifika doctor is using social media to inspire young people to see a future for themselves in medicine and surgery. Dr Kyla Matenga, […]
Council allocates grants for Waste Reduction and Youth Initiatives
More than $100,000 in waste minimisation grants and $36,000 from the Young People’s Fund have been approved by Porirua City Council, supporting projects aimed at […]