Porirua to host Phoenix semi-final April 27, 2026 Porirua is set to host one of the biggest matches in local football history, with the Wellington Phoenix to play a women’s A-League semi-final at… ...
Porirua commemorates Anzac Day with services across the city April 25, 2026 Porirua residents gathered from the early hours this morning to honour service personnel past and present, with Anzac Day commemorations held across the city. A… ...
Welcome: Nine Local Businesses Backing Porirua in the Business Directory April 23, 2026 Nine more local businesses have joined the Porirua News Business Directory this week. We’d like to thank these fantastic local businesses for supporting Porirua and… ...
Porirua Careers Expo returns, offers prizes and pathways April 22, 2026 The Porirua Careers Expo will return to Te Rauparaha Arena early next month, promising a full day of career inspiration, industry connections and practical support… ...
State of emergency declared across Wellington region as heavy rain hits April 20, 2026 A state of emergency has been declared across the Wellington region as heavy rain, flooding and slips continue to impact communities on Monday afternoon. Wellington… ...
Porirua thunderstorms trigger warning, heavy rain risk rises April 19, 2026 A severe thunderstorm warning is in place for Porirua and surrounding areas, with forecasters warning of intense downpours and hazardous conditions through midday Sunday. MetService… ...
Heavy rain floods Porirua suburbs, evacuations, more storms ahead April 18, 2026 Residents in parts of Porirua are dealing with severe flooding after torrential rain inundates homes and forces evacuations on Saturday, with more heavy rain expected… ...
Police seize drugs, cash, stolen goods in Porirua raid April 17, 2026 A 30-year-old man has appeared in court after Police uncovered drugs, cash and suspected stolen property at a Cannons Creek address in Porirua. The arrest… ...
Porirua ANZAC Services 25 APRIL 2026 April 16, 2026 Communities across Porirua City will come together on Saturday 25 April 2026 to mark ANZAC Day and remember those who served and sacrificed in war,… ...
Hearing loss warning, Porirua expert urges checks April 14, 2026 Many Porirua residents may be overlooking early signs of hearing loss, with new research showing a significant number are delaying or avoiding hearing tests. A… ...
Scout group welcomes rangatahi and families in Titahi Bay April 12, 2026 A Porirua scout group is inviting new members to join its youth programmes, offering activities for children and teenagers across a range of age groups.… ...
April 10 – Wahine Day remembered April 10, 2026 The sinking of the Lyttelton–Wellington ferry Wahine on 10 April 1968 was New Zealand’s worst modern maritime disaster. Fifty-one people lost their lives that day,… ...
Mayor’s column: Fuel costs hit Porirua households April 10, 2026 Column by Porirua City Mayor, Anita Baker There’s no getting around it -- the fuel situation is biting, and I know a lot of households… ...
Porirua borrowers urged to claim El Cheapo refunds April 10, 2026 Residents in Porirua and surrounding areas who borrowed from a former car finance company could be owed money, with the Commerce Commission working to track… ...Hearing loss warning, Porirua expert urges checks (April 14, 2026) Many Porirua residents may be overlooking early signs of hearing loss, with new research showing a significant number are delaying or avoiding hearing tests. A… ...
Scout group welcomes rangatahi and families in Titahi Bay (April 12, 2026) A Porirua scout group is inviting new members to join its youth programmes, offering activities for children and teenagers across a range of age groups.… ...
April 10 – Wahine Day remembered (April 10, 2026) The sinking of the Lyttelton–Wellington ferry Wahine on 10 April 1968 was New Zealand’s worst modern maritime disaster. Fifty-one people lost their lives that day,… ...
Mayor’s column: Fuel costs hit Porirua households (April 10, 2026) Column by Porirua City Mayor, Anita Baker There’s no getting around it -- the fuel situation is biting, and I know a lot of households… ...
Porirua borrowers urged to claim El Cheapo refunds (April 10, 2026) Residents in Porirua and surrounding areas who borrowed from a former car finance company could be owed money, with the Commerce Commission working to track… ...
Regional News: Charity hospital secures Cuba Street site and plans opening (April 8, 2026) Wellington’s planned Dorothy Spotswood Charity Hospital has secured a central city site, with organisers confirming a lease has been signed for premises on upper Cuba… ...
Ngāti Toa Chief Executive leads Regional Leadership Group (April 7, 2026) Ngāti Toa Rangatira chief executive Helmut Modlik has been appointed deputy chair of the Wellington Regional Leadership Committee and will act as co-chair alongside Greater… ...
Welcome: This Week’s New Businesses Join the Porirua News Business Directory (April 5, 2026) Nine more local businesses have joined the Porirua News Business Directory this week, continuing to build a strong, trusted network connecting the Porirua community with… ...
Easter weekend market brings community together in Linden (April 3, 2026) Linden is inviting people to a family-friendly market this Easter weekend, with local organisers promising a lively mix of stalls, food and community connection. The… ...
Porirua Workers See Pay Rise Swallowed by Cost of Living (April 1, 2026) Minimum wage workers across Porirua will receive a pay increase from April 1, but economists and opposition parties say the change amounts to a real… ...
250+ Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua (March 31, 2026) The Porirua News Business Directory has passed 250 local business listings, marking a significant show of support for independent community journalism in Porirua City. Launched… ...
Porirua legend Jerry Collins inducted into Hall of Fame (March 29, 2026) Porirua rugby legend Jerry Collins has been posthumously inducted into the 2026 Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame, recognising his enduring impact on the sport and… ...
Welcome: New Businesses Join the Porirua News Business Directory (March 24, 2026) Porirua News continues to grow its local business network, with a fresh group of businesses joining the Business Directory this week. From hospitality and property… ...
Porirua to welcome Ngāti Toa charter school Kura Toa (March 24, 2026) An iwi-led charter school backed by Ngāti Toa is set to open in Porirua in Term 3 next year, expanding kaupapa Māori education options in… ...
Porirua commuters shift to buses and trains (March 24, 2026) Porirua residents are increasingly turning to public transport as concerns grow over global fuel supply, with early signs showing a rise in bus and train… ...
Moa Point sewage failure sparks trust questions in Porirua (March 22, 2026) A major failure at Wellington’s Moa Point wastewater treatment plant saw untreated sewage flood the facility and discharge into the ocean, with a new technical… ...
Train services replaced by buses over Easter and ANZAC (March 19, 2026) Train services across the Wellington region, including routes used by Porirua commuters, will be replaced by buses over the Easter and Anzac long weekends as… ...
Green Party selects Asher Wilson-Goldman for new electorate (March 16, 2026) The new electorate covering Whitby, Plimmerton, Camborne in the south to just north of Otaki looks like being hotly contested with three candidates already confirmed.… ...
Porirua Rates Debt Triples in Four Years (March 15, 2026) Unpaid rates owed to Porirua City Council have more than tripled in four years, rising from $1.3 million in the 2021–22 financial year to $4.5… ...