Porirua Little Theatre brings spelling showdown to the stage
Competitive spelling, catchy musical numbers and plenty of laughs are set to take centre stage when Porirua Little Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County […]
Events
Te Manawa exhibition invites Porirua feedback
A student-led exhibition showing future design ideas for Porirua’s city centre, Te Manawa, is open at Kai Tahi until Sunday, June 21. The exhibition features […]
Matariki exhibition honours atua and remembrance
A new Matariki exhibition at Pātaka Art + Museum will transform Toi Gallery into a tamariki-friendly celebration of the atua connected to Matariki. Ngā Atua […]
McDonald’s celebrates 50th birthday in Porirua
McDonald’s New Zealand is celebrating its 50th birthday today, marking five decades since the country’s first restaurant opened in Porirua. The restaurant opened in Cobham […]
Rumble Fight Night brings Muay Thai and Boxing to Porirua
Combat sports fans will head to Te Rauparaha Arena on Saturday, June 6, as Razor Promotions presents another edition of Rumble Fight Night in Porirua. […]
Metlink adds trains for Porirua rugby fans
Porirua rugby fans heading to the Hurricanes’ Super Rugby Pacific qualifying final against the ACT Brumbies will have extra trains available after the match on […]
Porirua residents earn King’s Birthday honours
Three Porirua residents have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours for their contributions to literature, culture and community service. Author and publisher Adrienne […]
Porirua celebrates Samoan language week
Porirua came together this morning for the annual Samoa flag raising, celebrating Samoa Language Week and commemorating the 64th anniversary of Samoa’s independence. Mayor Anita […]
Political drama Waenga comes to Porirua
A powerful new theatre production exploring justice, race and political participation will be performed in Porirua this July, bringing a story developed with rangatahi Māori […]
Porirua pop-up brings basketball, fitness, kai
Porirua families are invited to a free pop-up community event at Waitangirua Mall Basketball Court on Saturday, June 6, with 3-on-3 basketball, fitness challenges, free […]