Tawa’s Bucket Tree vies for National Title
Tawa’s distinctive Bucket Tree is flying Wellington’s flag in the 2026 New Zealand Tree of the Year competition. The macrocarpa, known for its upside-down bucket […]
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Cannons Creek thanks Kas for 26 years of Service
Cannons Creek is thanking Kas Govind as he prepares to retire after 26 years serving the local community. Cannons Creek Pharmacy shared the news this […]
Community invited to Matariki planting day in Bothamley Park
Porirua residents are being invited to roll up their sleeves and help plant 1,800 native trees and plants at Bothamley Park as part of this […]
Porirua’s Our Whare Our Fale wins national housing award
A pioneering Porirua housing development designed to support Pacific families into home ownership has won a national property industry award. Our Whare Our Fale, at […]
Porirua Little Theatre brings spelling showdown to the stage
Competitive spelling, catchy musical numbers and plenty of laughs are set to take centre stage when Porirua Little Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County […]
Porirua City Councillor Mike Duncan remembered for his generous spirit
By Kris Dando, Porirua City Council Councillor Mike Duncan is being remembered for his community focus, eye for detail, generous spirit and warm smile. Mike, […]
Te Manawa exhibition invites Porirua feedback
A student-led exhibition showing future design ideas for Porirua’s city centre, Te Manawa, is open at Kai Tahi until Sunday, June 21. The exhibition features […]
Porirua leaders mourn councillor Mike Duncan
Porirua councillors are paying tribute to Mike Duncan, of Tītahi Bay, who has died suddenly after serving on Porirua City Council since 2016. Duncan’s death […]
Mayor’s monthly column, council change discussed
Column by Porirua City Mayor, Anita Baker Kia ora Porirua, Over the past few months, there has been increasing discussion about the future shape of […]
Grant upgrades lights for Porirua Little Theatre
Porirua Little Theatre has received a $40,000 grant from New Zealand Community Trust to upgrade its lighting system and stage equipment, with the money coming […]