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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Matariki exhibition honours atua and remembrance
A new Matariki exhibition at Pātaka Art + Museum will transform Toi Gallery into a tamariki-friendly celebration of the atua connected to Matariki. Ngā Atua […]
McDonald’s celebrates 50th birthday in Porirua
McDonald’s New Zealand is celebrating its 50th birthday today, marking five decades since the country’s first restaurant opened in Porirua. The restaurant opened in Cobham […]
Back the Businesses, Backing Porirua
Porirua News would like to thank these fantastic local businesses and organisations for supporting community news in Porirua and helping keep local readers connected through […]
Porirua residents earn King’s Birthday honours
Three Porirua residents have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours for their contributions to literature, culture and community service. Author and publisher Adrienne […]
Political drama Waenga comes to Porirua
A powerful new theatre production exploring justice, race and political participation will be performed in Porirua this July, bringing a story developed with rangatahi Māori […]
Coastguard Mana upgrades rescue boat with grant
Coastguard Mana will upgrade its rescue vessel after receiving a $25,827 grant from New Zealand Community Trust to help keep search and rescue operations running […]
Tawa reservist earns veterans’ support
A Tawa woman who supports former service personnel through Veterans’ Affairs is earning encouragement from her clients as she takes on a new role as […]