Porirua families feel the pressure as Barnardos calls for Christmas support
With Christmas approaching, Barnardos Aotearoa is seeing growing demand from families in Porirua and is calling on the community to help keep tamariki safe during […]
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Village Festival to Showcase Local Talent, Flavours and Culture in Porirua
More than 70 stallholders are set to gather in Porirua this Tuesday for the inaugural 5024 Village Festival, a vibrant evening event celebrating community, creativity […]
Porirua City Council 2025–28 sworn in at Pātaka
Porirua’s new council term officially began with a swearing-in ceremony at Pātaka on 25 November, bringing together fresh faces and returning members for the 2025 […]
Final Funds from Derek Wootton Trust Support Porirua Youth
The Derek Wootton Memorial Trust has made its final act of generosity by donating its remaining funds to a cause close to its mission. Established […]
Whitby Bowling Club Marks 50 Years with Joyful Jubilee Weekend
Whitby Bowling Club celebrated its 50th Jubilee over the weekend with a series of well-attended events that honoured five decades of sport, community, and camaraderie […]
Arts on Track to host Anneke Borren’s annual pottery sale
Arts on Track will host Anneke Borren’s annual pottery sale from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 November at Platform 2, Plimmerton Railway Station. The gallery […]
Business Spotlight: BedsRus Porirua Helping Locals Sleep Better
Porirua shoppers looking for a great night’s sleep don’t have to look far. BedsRus Porirua has become the go-to destination for quality beds and mattresses […]
Welcome to our new Business Directory Members
Porirua News is proud to welcome another great group of local businesses to our growing Porirua Business Directory, a place where residents can easily find […]
Hidden Gems: ‘Books Worth Keeping’ – A Treasure Trove in Kenepuru
Tucked away in an unassuming unit on Kenepuru Drive, Books Worth Keeping is one of Porirua’s best-kept secrets. This second-hand bookshop feels like stepping into […]
Getting Sh*t Done for Porirua
Column by Councillor, Geoff Hayward This week, councillors-elect met with our senior staff to talk about the next three years: what we want to see, […]