Events – Porirua News

Bic Runga stands at a microphone with hands clasped, singing softly on stage, with orchestral musicians and instruments visible around her under warm, low lighting.

Bic Runga, NZSO concert draws Porirua crowd

April 8, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua music fans were among those heading into Wellington last week to see Bic Runga perform with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, in a concert […]

Collage of nine Porirua News Business Directory members featuring logos and images for NG Property Management, Kyle Finiki Harcourts Paremata, Nightingale Property Management, Front End Solar, All About Catering, Pivotal Print, Belinda Carr Photography, Pridex Kitchens, and Rubco Waterproofing.

Welcome: This Week’s New Businesses Join the Porirua News Business Directory

April 5, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Nine more local businesses have joined the Porirua News Business Directory this week, continuing to build a strong, trusted network connecting the Porirua community with […]

A young rugby player in a blue and white uniform passes the ball during a match, with defenders closing in and spectators watching from the sideline.

Porirua legend Jerry Collins inducted into Hall of Fame

March 29, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua rugby legend Jerry Collins has been posthumously inducted into the 2026 Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame, recognising his enduring impact on the sport and […]

Helmut Modlik speaks at a podium during an event, addressing an audience.

Porirua to welcome Ngāti Toa charter school Kura Toa

March 24, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

An iwi-led charter school backed by Ngāti Toa is set to open in Porirua in Term 3 next year, expanding kaupapa Māori education options in […]

Five women stand behind a food stall at a Pacific night market, smiling and giving thumbs up beside trays of island food.

Pacific night markets return to Porirua

March 15, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua residents are invited to the Pacific Night Market in Cannons Creek this week, bringing Pacific food, crafts and culture to the Cook Islands Hall. […]

Poster promoting a community festival at Matahourua Park with sports courts, lights, and event tents in the background.

Community fest brings music, sport to Porirua

March 13, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua families are invited to Matahourua Park this weekend for a free community festival featuring sport, music and food. The Community Fest will take place […]

Promotional graphic for the Wellington Phoenix “Match For Good” double-header on March 14 at Sky Stadium, featuring two Phoenix players in white jerseys covered with children’s heart drawings and colourful doodles around the text.

Porirua fans invited to Phoenix charity double-header

March 12, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua football fans are being encouraged to head to Sky Stadium this Saturday, March 14, for the Wellington Phoenix Match For Good double-header, with the […]

Golfer Daniel Hillier smiles while holding the New Zealand Open trophy after winning the tournament at Millbrook Resort in Arrowtown.

Porirua celebrates Hillier, Aotea old boy wins NZ Open

March 10, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua is celebrating one of its own after former Aotea College student Daniel Hillier claimed the 105th New Zealand Open golf title. Hillier, a 27-year-old […]

Portrait of Porirua artist Emy Oikawa and one of her colourful clay artworks featured in her solo exhibition at Tbay Cafe in Tītahi Bay.

Artist opens clay exhibition at Tbay Cafe

March 9, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Artist Emy Oikawa will open a solo clay art exhibition at Tbay Cafe in Tītahi Bay on Wednesday, March 11, inviting the community to an […]

A smiling young child sits in a properly fitted car seat inside a vehicle, holding a small toy, alongside text promoting car seat safety checks.

Free car seat checks aim to keep tamariki safe

February 26, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Parents and caregivers are being encouraged to get their child restraints checked at a free safety event in Ranui next month. Porirua City Council is […]