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Close-up of a gas fitting and hose with bubbles around the connection.

Gas leak closes Mount Victoria intersection

June 30, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A gas leak closed part of Mount Victoria this morning after a gas main was struck near the intersection of Pirie Street and Austin Street. […]

Ashen Phaipanya lies in a hospital bed in Bali ICU with medical tubes attached while being treated for meningitis.

Aotea community rallies for Ashen in Bali ICU

June 24, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Aotea College sports community is sending aroha and support to young rugby player Ashen Phaipanya and his whānau as he remains in ICU in […]

Alt text: All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea carries the ball during a rugby match, wearing the black New Zealand jersey as an opposing player moves in to defend.

Ardie Savea named All Blacks captain

June 23, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Ardie Savea has been named All Blacks captain, taking over one of the biggest leadership roles in New Zealand sport. The 32-year-old loose forward was […]

Tawa’s Bucket Tree, a large macrocarpa trimmed into an upside-down bucket shape, beside a roadside fence.

Tawa’s Bucket Tree vies for National Title

June 22, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Tawa’s distinctive Bucket Tree is flying Wellington’s flag in the 2026 New Zealand Tree of the Year competition. The macrocarpa, known for its upside-down bucket […]

Fatal crash: SH1, Johnsonville Porirua Motorway

June 20, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

One person has died and another has been critically injured following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 north of Wellington. Police said the crash […]

Community volunteers planting native trees beside a stream in Bothamley Park as part of environmental restoration efforts.

Community invited to Matariki planting day in Bothamley Park

June 19, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua residents are being invited to roll up their sleeves and help plant 1,800 native trees and plants at Bothamley Park as part of this […]

Modern affordable housing development at Our Whare Our Fale in Porirua, featuring colourful multi-storey homes, landscaped shared spaces, mature trees and residents gathered around a central community area.

Porirua’s Our Whare Our Fale wins national housing award

June 18, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A pioneering Porirua housing development designed to support Pacific families into home ownership has won a national property industry award. Our Whare Our Fale, at […]

Porirua City Councillor Mike Duncan speaks at an outdoor civic service beside a New Zealand Sign Language interpreter.

Porirua City Councillor Mike Duncan remembered for his generous spirit

June 16, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

By Kris Dando, Porirua City Council Councillor Mike Duncan is being remembered for his community focus, eye for detail, generous spirit and warm smile. Mike, […]

A student presents Te Manawa design concepts beside a screen showing a courtyard proposal.

Te Manawa exhibition invites Porirua feedback

June 16, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

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 […]

Missing person appeal for 14-year-old Deziah, who was last seen near Paraparaumu train station.

Police seek help finding missing teenager

June 12, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Police are asking for the public’s help to find 14-year-old Deziah, who has been reported missing from the Wellington area. Deziah was last seen near […]