Cannons Creek’s new Library prepares to open
Cannons Creek’s new purpose-built library will open its doors on Monday 28 September, with a community celebration marking a new chapter for the suburb’s library […]
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Plimmerton Celebrates a Century of Tennis
More than a century of tennis in Plimmerton was celebrated on Sunday, with past and present players returning to the community courts for a day […]
Wakefield Hospital’s new OTA Upskilling Initiative is inspiring medical careers
Evolution Healthcare’s Wakefield Hospital has introduced a new workforce initiative that’s not only strengthening the delivery of specialised patient care but also importantly supporting theatre […]
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 […]
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 mental health provider warns child poverty crisis will scar a generation
A Porirua mental health provider says New Zealand’s worsening child poverty figures should be treated as a mental health warning, not simply an economic statistic. […]
Mercury backs Porirua Whānau Centre with $20,000 community grant
A $20,000 community grant from Mercury will help Porirua Whānau Centre provide direct support to whānau facing hardship across Cannons Creek and the wider Wellington […]
Major Porirua infrastructure updates: Harbour, dunes and reservoir projects move forward
Several major infrastructure and environmental projects are progressing across Porirua, with new work focused on the harbour, coastal resilience and drinking water storage. Porirua City […]
Two Porirua burgers make Burger Wellington top five
Two Porirua eateries have made the final five in Burger Wellington 2026, giving the city two chances to take out the region’s top burger title. […]
Te Pāti Māori brings election campaign to Porirua
Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer has brought the party’s election campaign to Porirua, joining supporters at Waitangirua Markets and campaigning across the city. Ngarewa-Packer […]