Paekākāriki Hill helicopter crash kills two contractors January 29, 2026 Two people killed in a helicopter crash near Paekākāriki Hill were pest control contractors working along the Transmission Gully state highway corridor, which runs through… ...
Porirua City Brass brings summer sounds to Aotea January 29, 2026 Porirua City Brass will perform a free outdoor concert at Aotea Lagoon this Saturday, offering a relaxed afternoon of live music for all ages. The… ...
Phoenix fire in Porirua, leap to second on table January 27, 2026 Wellington Phoenix have rocketed from ninth to second on the Ninja A-League ladder after a clinical 3-1 win over Adelaide United at Jerry Collins Stadium… ...
Porirua United win record kirikiti tournament January 25, 2026 Porirua United Kirikiti Club has won the Wellington region’s first women’s-only kirikiti tournament, claiming the title at a landmark event celebrating Pasifika women’s sport. The… ...
Porirua hosts Waitangi Weekend National 7’s January 25, 2026 Paremata-Plimmerton Rugby Football Club will host the National Club 7s tournament at Ngāti Toa Domain in Plimmerton on Waitangi Weekend, Saturday, February 7, bringing teams… ...
Titahi Bay Tennis Club celebrates 100 years January 25, 2026 One of Porirua’s longest-running sports clubs has marked a significant milestone, with the Titahi Bay Tennis Club celebrating 100 years since it was founded in… ...
Porirua drivers face night closures and detours: Jan 24–30 January 23, 2026 Porirua drivers are being warned to expect night-time road closures, detours and lane restrictions this week as maintenance and upgrade work continues on key state… ...
Waitangi weekend to fill Porirua with music and rugby January 23, 2026 Porirua is set for a busy Waitangi weekend, with free whānau-focused celebrations on Waitangi Day followed by a pre-season Super Rugby clash at Jerry Collins… ...
Greater Wellington reports strong credit rating January 21, 2026 S&P Global Ratings has affirmed Greater Wellington’s AA long‑term and A‑1+ short‑term credit ratings, noting the region’s strong economic fundamentals and robust financial management. The… ...
Phoenix women play Adelaide United in Porirua January 20, 2026 The Wellington Phoenix women will face Adelaide United at Jerry Collins Stadium on Sunday, January 25, bringing professional women’s football and a full afternoon of… ...
Porirua 10-year-old passes NCEA January 20, 2026 A Porirua Year 6 student has passed NCEA and Cambridge exams years before most teenagers even begin sitting them. Raymond Hsu, 10, achieved Merit grades… ...
Rates Cap Fails Cost of Living January 18, 2026 By Porirua City councillor, Geoff Hayward To the Prime Minister, the Right Hon Christopher Luxon MP. I’m writing this plainly, because plain language matters when… ...
Summer events bring Porirua together January 18, 2026 Column by Porirua Mayor, Anita Baker There’s heaps going on around the city over summer, as always, and I just wanted to share a few… ...
Porirua Drivers: Delays, Detours and Closures This Week January 17, 2026 Motorists travelling through Porirua and north toward Kāpiti are being warned to expect delays over the long weekend as extensive state highway roadworks continue across… ...
Porirua United to Compete in First Women’s Kirikiti Tournament January 16, 2026 Porirua United Kirikiti Club will be part of a historic sporting event next Monday when the Hutt Valley hosts its first-ever women’s-only kirikiti tournament. Porirua… ...Phoenix women play Adelaide United in Porirua (January 20, 2026) The Wellington Phoenix women will face Adelaide United at Jerry Collins Stadium on Sunday, January 25, bringing professional women’s football and a full afternoon of… ...
Porirua 10-year-old passes NCEA (January 20, 2026) A Porirua Year 6 student has passed NCEA and Cambridge exams years before most teenagers even begin sitting them. Raymond Hsu, 10, achieved Merit grades… ...
Rates Cap Fails Cost of Living (January 18, 2026) By Porirua City councillor, Geoff Hayward To the Prime Minister, the Right Hon Christopher Luxon MP. I’m writing this plainly, because plain language matters when… ...
Summer events bring Porirua together (January 18, 2026) Column by Porirua Mayor, Anita Baker There’s heaps going on around the city over summer, as always, and I just wanted to share a few… ...
Porirua Drivers: Delays, Detours and Closures This Week (January 17, 2026) Motorists travelling through Porirua and north toward Kāpiti are being warned to expect delays over the long weekend as extensive state highway roadworks continue across… ...
Porirua United to Compete in First Women’s Kirikiti Tournament (January 16, 2026) Porirua United Kirikiti Club will be part of a historic sporting event next Monday when the Hutt Valley hosts its first-ever women’s-only kirikiti tournament. Porirua… ...
Summer Maintenance on SH1 Transmission Gully (January 16, 2026) Extensive resurfacing and repair works are underway on SH1 Transmission Gully, prepping the road for winter. Both northbound and southbound lanes are experiencing night-time closures,… ...
Metlink boosts services for Ed Sheeran show (January 15, 2026) Ed Sheeran fans heading to Sky Stadium next Wednesday, January 21, will be able to ride public transport for free, with extra Metlink services laid… ...
TOA Waka Ama teams excel at Nationals (January 14, 2026) TOA Waka Ama teams are delivering strong performances at the 2026 Waka Ama Sprint Nationals, as the sport hosts its largest national championships to date.… ...
Porirua-born Nathaniel Salmon accepts US college offer (January 14, 2026) Porirua-born athlete Nathaniel Salmon has accepted an offer to play college American football for the Washington State Cougars, following an unusual journey that has taken… ...
New exercise class launches for Porirua seniors (January 14, 2026) Porirua seniors are being invited to take part in a new exercise class focused on balance, strength and confidence. Age Concern Wellington Region is launching… ...
Z Manu World Champs call on Porirua Manu Specialists (January 13, 2026) Porirua manu specialists are being called up as the Z Manu World Champs bring a Wellington Super Qualifier to the region later this month. The… ...
Plimmerton Park & Ride closes for repairs (January 9, 2026) The Plimmerton Park & Ride will close for a week from Monday, January 12, while urgent resurfacing work is carried out. The closure affects the… ...
Porirua family loses home in house fire (January 9, 2026) A Porirua family has lost their home after a house fire on Wednesday afternoon. Members of the public raised the alarm and helped those inside… ...
Free Bodybalance classes move outdoors at Aotea (January 7, 2026) Free outdoor Bodybalance classes will be held at Aotea Lagoon this summer, with Arena Fitness taking its regular Sunday sessions outside. The 45-minute classes will… ...
Titahi Bay juniors stand out at Wellington meet (January 4, 2026) Young athletes from Titahi Bay delivered an impressive set of performances at a Pre-Colgate Games mini meet held at Newtown Park Stadium in Wellington, finishing… ...
Health data breach raises concerns for Porirua patients (January 3, 2026) Porirua patients who use the online health portal Manage My Health are being advised to stay informed following a ransomware attack on the company’s systems.… ...
Dirt bike rider flees Police in Porirua centre (December 30, 2025) Police are appealing for information after a dirt bike rider fled officers in Porirua City Centre on Sunday afternoon. A Police unit spotted a black… ...
Porirua Club hosts free New Year’s Eve party (December 30, 2025) Porirua residents looking to welcome the New Year with live music are being invited to a free New Year’s Eve event at the Porirua Club.… ...
Porirua Police Warn Shoppers of Online Scams (December 28, 2025) Porirua residents are being urged to take extra care when buying and selling items on social media, as Police warn of common tactics being used… ...