Magnitude 7.3 Earthquake Near Vanuatu: No Tsunami Risk for Porirua
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand following a magnitude 7.3 earthquake near Vanuatu at 2:47 […]
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Porirua Residents Startled by Early Morning Tremor
Residents in Porirua were startled awake this Sunday morning as a shallow earthquake struck the region. The magnitude 3.9 quake, recorded at 6:33 a.m., occurred […]
Porirua City Drives Sustainability with Electric Vehicles
Porirua City Council has taken a significant step towards reducing costs and emissions by integrating nine electric vehicles (EVs) into its fleet. Introduced in early […]
Council Lays Down New Rules for Chickens, Cats, Bees and Beyond
Proposed updates to Porirua’s Keeping of Animals Bylaw could bring significant changes for residents with cats, bees, chickens, or other animals. The Porirua City Council […]
Porirua Council Set to Clamp Down on Freedom Camping
Porirua City Council is reviewing freedom camping regulations and is inviting public feedback during a consultation period open until 10 February 2025. This initiative aims […]
Another Fee Hike for Public Transport Users
Public transport users are set to face additional costs, with Metlink announcing a new 1.5 percent card processing fee for Snapper card top-ups made via […]
Porirua Explores New Waste Solutions as Landfill Nears Capacity
The Porirua City Council is evaluating alternatives for managing waste disposal as Spicer Landfill approaches the end of its usable life, with a potential closure […]
Whenua Tapu Cemetery Retains Prestigious Green Flag Status
Porirua’s Whenua Tapu Cemetery has achieved Green Flag accreditation for the fourth consecutive year, highlighting its exceptional standards and welcoming environment. The award, granted by […]
Historic Hikoi reaches Parliament to Protest Treaty Principles Bill
A massive hikoi, leaving Porirua this morning, marched through Wellington’s central business district today, culminating on Parliament grounds as thousands voiced their opposition to the […]
Katha – Stories of Girmit Women, on Now at Pātaka
Katha – Stories of the Girmit Women of Fiji, an exhibition celebrating the lived experiences and history of Fijian Indian women, is being hosted at […]