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… ...
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… ...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… ...
Pams and RSA send Christmas care packages to NZDF personnel overseas (December 27, 2025) New Zealand Defence Force personnel deployed overseas will receive a small reminder of home this Christmas, with 150 care packages sent through a partnership between… ...
Mayor Anita Baker’s Christmas column (December 24, 2025) By Mayor Anita Baker As we head into the Christmas break, I wanted to take the chance to check in with Porirua News readers, share… ...
Porirua City Brass backs young musicians (December 24, 2025) Porirua City Brass is performing alongside young local musicians this week, giving members of the Porirua Youth Band a chance to play in front of… ...
Porirua loses Pasifika-inspired food icon (December 21, 2025) Porirua is set to lose a much-loved Pasifika-inspired cafe, with Pepe’s Cafe announcing it will close after it's last day, Sunday 21 December, following challenging… ...
Porirua doctor builds following inspiring future surgeons (December 21, 2025) A Porirua-raised Māori-Pasifika doctor is using social media to inspire young people to see a future for themselves in medicine and surgery. Dr Kyla Matenga,… ...
Council allocates grants for Waste Reduction and Youth Initiatives (December 20, 2025) More than $100,000 in waste minimisation grants and $36,000 from the Young People’s Fund have been approved by Porirua City Council, supporting projects aimed at… ...
Council Christmas hours set for libraries, pools and rubbish collection (December 17, 2025) Porirua libraries and council services will operate on reduced hours over the Christmas and New Year period, with most facilities closing from Christmas Day and… ...
Santa photos and a giant Christmas tree light up North City (December 17, 2025) Christmas is in full swing at North City Shopping Centre, with Santa photos, pet-friendly sessions and extended holiday hours drawing families to the Porirua mall… ...