Porirua Celebrates Waitangi Day with Unity, Music, and Kai
Porirua came alive today as tens of thousands gathered at Te Rauparaha Park and Arena to celebrate Waitangi Day, enjoying a vibrant display of culture, […]
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Porirua Expecting Record Numbers for Waitangi Day Celebration
Porirua is gearing up for another exciting Waitangi Day celebration at Te Rauparaha Park on Thursday, 6 February, from midday to 5 pm. The event […]
Wellington Pasifika Festival This Weekend
Wellington’s Pasifika Festival will return on Saturday, 8 February 2025, bringing a vibrant showcase of Pacific culture, music, food, and art to Waitangi Park. The […]
Waitangi Day in Porirua to Feature Music, Kai, and Waka Tours
Te Rauparaha Park will once again host one of the largest Waitangi Day celebrations in Aotearoa New Zealand, as Porirua City partners with mana whenua […]
New Tumuaki Appointed to Te Wānanga o Raukawa
Professor Meihana Durie as been appointed as the new tumuaki (chief executive) at Te Wānanga o Raukawa. Meihana takes over from Mereana Selby, effective from […]
Porirua Arts Trail 2025: Showcasing Local Creativity
Porirua will transform into a hub of artistic expression on 8th and 9th March 2025, as local artists open their studios and exhibition spaces for […]
More Than 300,000 Submissions on Treaty Principles Bill – Sets Record
The Treaty Principles Bill has drawn more than 300,000 submissions—believed to be the highest number ever recorded in New Zealand’s legislative process—prompting the Justice Committee […]
Eugene Ryder Honoured for Advocacy Work with King’s Service Medal
Eugene Ryder has been awarded the King’s Service Medal for his dedication to supporting survivors of abuse in care, with a focus on Māori communities. […]
Book Sale at Red Cross Op Shop in Porirua: Buy One, Get One Free!
Book lovers in Porirua are in for a treat this week with a special promotion at the Red Cross op shop in the Megacentre, opposite […]
Ngāti Toa – Massive Investment in School Land
Wellington iwi Ngāti Toa has secured over 80 hectares of land in the Hutt Valley, with the purchase of Crown land currently being occupied by […]