Hidden Gems: Books Worth Keeping a treasure trove in Kenepuru November 9, 2025 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 November 9, 2025 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,… ...
Haerenga Whakapakari: A Journey through our landscape November 3, 2025 Mana Arts Society exhibition at Pataka Haerenga means journey. Whakapakari speaks to strengthening, maturing, and developing people. Together, haerenga whakapakari, reflects the heart of Mana… ...
Nine More Fantastic Businesses – Join the Porirua News Business Directory November 1, 2025 We’re excited to welcome another great mix of local businesses who’ve joined the Porirua News Business Directory this week, from painting and plastering to restoration… ...
Column From Mayor Anita Baker: Thank You, Porirua November 1, 2025 Column by Porirua Mayor, Anita Baker With the election period concluded and after the result of special votes I want to express my deep gratitude… ...
Expect Delays: SH58 Roadworks Ramp Up Across Porirua This Week November 1, 2025 Here’s the updated article with the new roadworks details for Pukerua Bay and the Mungavin Interchange added in: Porirua commuters face more delays as SH58,… ...
Claims of Mismanagement Spark Governance Row at Porirua Multicultural Council October 30, 2025 Concerns over transparency, financial accountability, and leadership integrity have been raised by a former vice-president of the Porirua Multicultural Council (PMC), prompting a public response… ...
Great Catch – Metlink services to Blackcaps vs England October 29, 2025 Extra capacity on Metlink train services and larger buses will be running for the upcoming Blackcaps vs England Sky Stadium ODI at 2pm on 1… ...
Porirua Fire Brigade celebrates 75 years of service with weekend of honours October 29, 2025 Porirua’s Fire Brigade was recognised for 75 years of dedicated service during a weekend of celebrations that honoured long-serving firefighters, their families, and the wider… ...
Lamb & Calf Day returns to Pāuatahanui School this November October 29, 2025 Lamb & Calf Day is making its much-anticipated return to Pāuatahanui School on Saturday 8 November 2025, promising a family-friendly rural celebration from 10 AM… ...
Porirua East students explore nature’s classroom at Mexted Stream October 28, 2025 Porirua East School pupils are discovering the wonders of the natural world through hands-on learning at Mexted Stream, thanks to a new partnership with Porirua… ...
Porirua to groove and rock with Queen, Bee Gees tribute show this Friday October 24, 2025 Porirua Club will come alive with the sound of two legendary bands this Friday night, as Madsen Promotions brings its high-energy tribute to Queen and… ...
Porirua relaunches car seat recycling to keep kids safe October 24, 2025 Porirua City Council is again calling on residents to dispose of expired or damaged child car seats and boosters, as part of a recycling drive… ...
Public Notice – All Trains in the region cancelled for Thursday – Severe weather warning October 22, 2025 UPDATED 9pm 22 Oct All trains in the Wellington Region have been cancelled for Thursday 23 Oct, from 8am to 6pm. Please check https://www.metlink.org.nz/ for the latest… ... Porirua residents urged to prepare for Thursday’s severe winds October 22, 2025 Porirua residents are being warned to prepare for extreme weather on Thursday, with a Red Wind Warning in place across the Wellington region from 8 am… ...Lamb & Calf Day returns to Pāuatahanui School this November (October 29, 2025) Lamb & Calf Day is making its much-anticipated return to Pāuatahanui School on Saturday 8 November 2025, promising a family-friendly rural celebration from 10 AM… ...
Porirua East students explore nature’s classroom at Mexted Stream (October 28, 2025) Porirua East School pupils are discovering the wonders of the natural world through hands-on learning at Mexted Stream, thanks to a new partnership with Porirua… ...
Porirua to groove and rock with Queen, Bee Gees tribute show this Friday (October 24, 2025) Porirua Club will come alive with the sound of two legendary bands this Friday night, as Madsen Promotions brings its high-energy tribute to Queen and… ...
Porirua relaunches car seat recycling to keep kids safe (October 24, 2025) Porirua City Council is again calling on residents to dispose of expired or damaged child car seats and boosters, as part of a recycling drive… ...
Public Notice – All Trains in the region cancelled for Thursday – Severe weather warning (October 22, 2025) UPDATED 9pm 22 Oct All trains in the Wellington Region have been cancelled for Thursday 23 Oct, from 8am to 6pm. Please check https://www.metlink.org.nz/ for the latest… ...
Porirua residents urged to prepare for Thursday’s severe winds (October 22, 2025) Porirua residents are being warned to prepare for extreme weather on Thursday, with a Red Wind Warning in place across the Wellington region from 8 am… ...
North City Cricket Club celebrates 30 years (October 21, 2025) North City Cricket Club is marking its 30th anniversary this summer with a packed 2025/26 season and a strong sense of momentum both on and… ...
Ngāti Toa Rangatira has bought back 53 hectares of land at Whitireia in Porirua (October 18, 2025) RNZ - Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira, Māori news journalist [email protected] Ngāti Toa Rangatira have gathered near the peak of their sacred maunga, Whitireia, to celebrate its historic return… ...
Hall of Fame tour celebrates Porirua’s local legends (October 18, 2025) Te Rauparaha Arena is celebrating the city’s most influential figures as part of this year’s Wellington Heritage Festival, offering a week-long self-guided tour through the… ...
Porirua Firefighters to Strike over Safety and Staffing Concerns (October 16, 2025) Porirua’s career firefighters will join colleagues across New Zealand in a one-hour strike this Friday, 17 October, from 12pm to 1pm, citing urgent concerns over… ...
Diwali celebration brings light, culture, and joy to North City Mall (October 16, 2025) Hundreds gathered at North City Shopping Centre last Saturday to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, in a vibrant community event hosted by the Porirua… ...
Porirua Women take Centre Field in Rugby Comedy Premiere (October 15, 2025) Porirua Little Theatre has kicked off its latest production with a bold twist on the traditional rugby narrative, opening Pack of Girls to local audiences… ...
Porirua backs Buller Declaration amid Health Crisis (October 13, 2025) Porirua has officially joined a nationwide campaign calling for urgent action to address Aotearoa’s deepening health crisis. The Buller Declaration, initiated by Malcolm Mulholland of… ...
FENZ blocks Porirua Firefighters from Safety and Education work (October 12, 2025) Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) is being accused of jeopardising community safety in Porirua by preventing firefighters from delivering fire education and smoke alarm… ...
Porirua Decides: Candidates’ Final Messages to Voters (October 10, 2025) As voting closes today at noon, Porirua News asked candidates for their final message to voters, in their own words. Here’s what they had to… ...
Porirua Decides: Where Candidates Stand on Māori Wards (October 10, 2025) Do you support Māori wards, and why do you believe they are (or aren’t) an important component of Porirua City Council? Anita Baker - Mayoralty… ...
Porirua Decides: Where Candidates Stand on Amalgamation (October 10, 2025) As the discussion over possible council amalgamation heats up across the region, we asked Porirua City Council candidates:“Do you support or oppose amalgamation, and what… ...
Porirua Faces the Flow: The Future of Wellington Water Funding (October 9, 2025) Porirua’s water future is front and centre this election. We asked every candidate: “Do you support continuing Porirua City Council’s financial contributions to Wellington Water,… ...
Too Late to Post: Porirua Voters Urged to Hand-Deliver Ballots (October 8, 2025) Porirua’s voter turnout is surging, but with the clock ticking down to the 2025 local election deadline, officials are issuing a clear warning: do not… ...
Construction begins on new Cannons Creek Library (October 4, 2025) Preparation work has started at Bedford Reserve for the new Cannons Creek Library, with noticeable changes already taking shape around the site. The existing gazebo… ...