Porirua driller named National Learner of the Year
A young driller working for Pāuatahanui-based Griffiths has been recognised as one of New Zealand’s top industry trainees. Zane O’Gorman was named Learner of the […]
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Porirua goes bananas for burgers as sales top $600,000
Porirua businesses sold more than $600,000 worth of Burger Wellington burgers during August, more than tripling the value of sales recorded two years ago. Porirua […]
Police investigate assault on child at Whitby school playground
Police are seeking witnesses after a child was reportedly assaulted by a teenager at a school playground in Whitby. The incident happened about 5.30pm on […]
Kenepuru roadworks underway for major Porirua power upgrade
Work is under way in Kenepuru on a major electricity network upgrade designed to improve the reliability of power supplies across Porirua. Wellington Electricity is […]
Linden Market returns this Saturday
Linden Market will be held at the Linden Community Centre this Saturday, 5 September, with a range of stalls, plants, crafts and family activities. The […]
Porirua and Blacktown to strengthen 42-year friendship through football
Porirua’s long-standing relationship with its Australian sister city is entering a new chapter, with young footballers set to help strengthen ties between the two communities. […]
Pāuatahanui home commended at regional architecture awards
A Pāuatahanui home transformed from a tired Lockwood dwelling into a contemporary family house has received a Commended Award at the 2026 Wellington regional ADNZ […]
Mana Arts artist Lynn Blann selected for prestigious Italian exhibition
A Mana Arts artist is taking Porirua creativity to the international stage after being selected for a prestigious contemporary art exhibition in Tuscany, Italy. Lynn […]
Porirua students receive laptops to support their education and future goals
Two Porirua College students are gaining new opportunities thanks to a community initiative helping young people access the technology they need for their education. Year […]
37 years serving Porirua: Library manager reflects on a changing city
When Brian Anderson started working as a librarian in Porirua in October 1989, the city looked very different. Thirty-seven years later, the Porirua Libraries Manager […]