Porirua Hospital Memorial Project
A meeting with family members of those interred in unmarked graves in Porirua Cemetery attracted more than 50 people, as the Porirua Council applies for […]
Public Notices
NOTICE OF 2025 TRIENNIAL LOCAL AUTHORITY ELECTIONS AND POLLS
The following elections and polls will be held by postal vote on Saturday 11 October 2025. Porirua City Council (Single Transferable Vote electoral system) Candidate […]
Website Launched to Help Survivors Access Historic Care Records
Citizens Advice Bureau Porirua has unveiled a new online platform, kōnae.org.nz, designed to help individuals and whānau access personal records related to historic abuse in […]
Public Notice: New Local Alcohol Policy for Porirua
Porirua City Council has adopted the Local Alcohol Policy (LAP) 2025, aimed at reducing alcohol-related harm while balancing the needs of the hospitality industry. Key […]
Public Notice: Keeping of Animals Bylaw 2025
Porirua City Council has updated its Keeping of Animals Bylaw to reduce nuisance and improve animal welfare. Key changes include: These changes support a cleaner, […]
Cancer Society opens new community hub in North City
The Cancer Society has opened the doors to a new, expanded hub in the heart of Porirua, aiming to better support whānau affected by cancer […]
Porirua Gears Up for Local Election ’25
Election Day is set for 12 October 2025, with final results expected by 17 October. Porirua residents will vote for key leadership roles that shape […]
Ngāti Toa Launches Paramedicine Training
A new paramedicine training programme, launched by Ngāti Toa in partnership with NZCEC and Ūpane, is offering Porirua residents a unique path into emergency medical […]
Short Jolt shakes Porirua region
A mild earthquake struck north-west of Porirua just after midnight on Wednesday, briefly shaking the area but causing no reports of damage or injury. The […]
Aotea Lagoon’s South End Reopens After Upgrade
The south end of Aotea Lagoon has officially reopened following a dawn blessing held on Wednesday, 18 June. The revitalised space marks the completion of […]