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Young people wearing aprons talk with seated adults during a community activity in a Porirua hall.

Porirua finalists announced for 2026 regional community awards

19 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Thirty-three Porirua groups, organisations and community initiatives have been named finalists in the 2026 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. The awards recognise volunteers and not-for-profit […]

A cheeseburger topped with lettuce, tomato and onion, served with seasoned fries against a dark blue background.

Porirua dishes up Burgers, Elvis and Chocolate

18 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua will serve up 20 Unique Burger Wellington entries, an Elvis festival, local chocolate history and dining experiences when Visa Wellington On a Plate runs […]

Seven members of the Klezmer Rebs pose together with an accordion, violin and guitar.

Pātaka Winter Music Series Returns for 21st year

18 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Friends of Pātaka Winter Music Series returns this month with chamber music, New Orleans jazz and lively European folk music. Now in its 21st […]

Alt text: A vehicle engulfed in flames on State Highway 1 at Transmission Gully, with thick black smoke rising above the road.

Northbound lanes reopen after vehicle fire north of Porirua

14 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The northbound lanes of State Highway 1 through Transmission Gully have reopened after a vehicle fire near Wainui Saddle this morning. Emergency services were called […]

A young learner wearing new glasses after receiving a free eye exam through Painga Project’s mobile vision clinic.

Free mobile eye clinic visits Porirua kindergartens

13 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A mobile optometry clinic is providing free eye examinations and glasses to kindergarten children in Porirua after screening found about one in six needed further […]

Three people make their way across fallen trees, rocks and loose soil at a large slip on Akatarawa Road near Staglands Wildlife Reserve.

Large slip closes Akatarawa Road near Staglands

12 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A large slip has closed Akatarawa Road between Upper Hutt and Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Cafe. The road was expected to remain closed throughout Sunday […]

Memorial graphic for Sergeant Derek Michael Wootton, who was killed in the line of duty on 11 July 2008.

Porirua remembers Sergeant Derek Wootton

11 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Porirua is remembering Sergeant Derek Wootton on the 18th anniversary of his death in the line of duty. Sergeant Wootton, 52, died after being struck […]

The Bucket Tree in Tawa, a large macrocarpa trimmed into the shape of an upturned bucket.

Tawa’s Bucket Tree Wins National Title

9 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Tawa’s iconic Bucket Tree has been named New Zealand Tree of the Year 2026. The tree won the national title after strong public support during […]

Police are seeking to identify a person wearing dark clothing and a hood, pictured at Takapu Road Station in Tawa.

Police seek information after Tawa copper theft

9 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Police are appealing for information after railway signal cables were allegedly tampered with in Tawa. Police said they were notified between 6am and 7am on […]

Young performers from Ngā Taitāmariki ō Ngāti Pōneke Young Māori Club perform on stage with raised hands.

Matariki Ahi Kā returns to Wellington Waterfront

2 July 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Matariki Ahi Kā will return to the Wellington Waterfront from Thursday 9 July to Sunday 12 July. The Wellington City Council event will run from […]

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