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This Week’s Local Businesses Backing Community News in Porirua

March 3, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

This week, nine more great local businesses have jumped on board to support community news in Porirua, joining more than 220 others helping keep our […]

A row of children’s bicycles parked under a wooden shelter at school, alongside a young child wearing a bright green helmet riding a small bike along a footpath.

Porirua tamariki lead active travel push

March 2, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Hundreds of tamariki across Porirua are expected to swap car rides for walking shoes, bikes and bus passes this month as Movin’March returns for its […]

A stretch of Transmission Gully motorway at Waitangirua winds through green hills, with electronic road signs indicating a temporary 50km/h speed limit and lane closure ahead.

Porirua Drivers: This weeks roadworks update

February 27, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua and Kāpiti Coast drivers will face several overnight closures and lane changes on State Highways 1, 58 and 59 from Saturday as NZ Transport […]

Roadworks signage and traffic cones on a state highway near Porirua.

Public Notice: State Highway 1 Transmission Gully roadworks update

February 27, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi | 27 Feb 2026 3:21pm | Wellington Drivers are warned to expect lane closures at Waitangirua in the motorway’s north […]

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Cannons Creek assault, arrest made

February 27, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Police have arrested and charged a 22-year-old man following an alleged firearm assault in Cannons Creek last week that left one person in hospital. Officers […]

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 […]

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Rangituhi tracks close after storm damage

February 26, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

All tracks connecting Boundary Rd to Spicer Park have been closed after significant storm damage left trees unstable and branches at risk of falling. Porirua […]

Public toilet block at the north end of Aotea Lagoon in Porirua, with a green exterior wall, tiled roof and a large tree beside the entrance. A red flag can be seen flying in the background near the splash pad area.

Splash pad upgrades start at Aotea Lagoon

February 25, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Work will begin next week on new changing cubicles at the north end of Aotea Lagoon, aimed at improving facilities for families using Porirua’s popular […]

Abstract painting in red, orange, black and white with swirling koru forms and stylised Māori motifs, overlaid with text referencing Fred Graham exhibitions at Pātaka.

Pātaka hosts dual Fred Graham exhibitions

February 24, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Pātaka Art + Museum is hosting two significant exhibitions honouring the life and work of renowned Māori sculptor and carver Fred Graham, offering Porirua residents […]

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200+ Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua

February 23, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Porirua News Business Directory has passed 200 local business listings, marking a significant show of support for independent community journalism in Porirua City. Launched […]