Putting People at the Heart of Reform – Column by Cr Geoff Hayward
Progress on a Water Charter for Wellington: Putting People at the Heart of Reform Your advocacy has been heard. Over the past few months, I’ve […]
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Growing a Greener Future, One Tree at a Time
Column by Daran Ponter – Chair of the Greater Wellington Regional Council Every winter, with the help of volunteers, Greater Wellington plants hundreds of thousands […]
Porirua Youth Explore Futures at Careers Expo
Thousands of rangatahi and job seekers packed Te Rauparaha Arena on Tuesday 13 May for the Porirua Careers Expo 2025 — a vibrant one-day event […]
Many hands help Porirua planting work
Porirua’s streamside planting programme continues to flourish, with hundreds of thousands of native plants added to the landscape since the initiative began in 2021. The […]
E-Waste Drop-Off Day Offers Easy Recycling in Porirua
Porirua residents will have the chance to clear out old electronics responsibly during the upcoming Electronic Waste Drop-Off Day, hosted by Echo Tech NZ. The […]
Rotuman Language Week Celebrates Identity, Culture, and Community
Rotuman communities across Aotearoa are set to celebrate Rotuman Language Week from 11–18 May 2025, with a vibrant programme of cultural events and community initiatives […]
Rangatahi Lead Splash Zone Innovation at Te Rauparaha Arena
Porirua’s young people have made a big splash, literally, thanks to a unique collaboration at Te Rauparaha Arena that puts rangatahi voice at the centre […]
World Titles for Titahi Bay Sailor
The Titahi Bay Boating Club was buzzing with pride this week as community members gathered to celebrate the international success of Sailability Wellington sailors, with […]
Pōneke Mourns Club Legend Des Kinsella, 96
The Pōneke Football Club is mourning the loss of one of its most cherished members, Des Kinsella, who passed away this week at the age […]
Filo Opposes Fee Hike, Urges Alternatives to Ease Waste Costs
Porirua City Councillor Kathleen Filo has voiced strong opposition to a proposed 6.6 percent increase to landfill fees, calling instead for more community-focused waste solutions […]