Porirua Has Talent Returns July 1, 2025 Porirua’s beloved talent show is back for 2025, promising even more dazzling performances from tamariki and rangatahi across the city. Registrations for Porirua Has Talent… ...
The Goalposts Keep Moving June 30, 2025 Column by Greater Wellington Regional Chair, Daran Ponter. The Government’s proposed changes to the Resource Management Act (RMA) is the most widespread alteration of how we manage… ...
Website Launched to Help Survivors Access Historic Care Records June 27, 2025 Citizens Advice Bureau Porirua has unveiled a new online platform, kōnae.org.nz, designed to help individuals and whānau access personal records related to historic abuse in… ...
Cancer Society opens new community hub in North City June 27, 2025 The Cancer Society has opened the doors to a new, expanded hub in the heart of Porirua, aiming to better support whānau affected by cancer… ...
Culture, Celebration and Connection shine at Tairangi School June 27, 2025 Tairangi School has wrapped up a vibrant Term 2 with a powerful trio of events celebrating culture, achievement, and community spirit. Students and staff marked… ...
Porirua Housing Cuts – A Betrayal June 27, 2025 Op-ed by Cr Geoff Hayward & Cr Josh Trlin In 2018, the Labour Government made a bold commitment to Porirua East: to work alongside Ngāti… ...
Porirua Gears Up for Local Election ’25 June 25, 2025 Election Day is set for 12 October 2025, with final results expected by 17 October. Porirua residents will vote for key leadership roles that shape… ...
Whitireia Scholarships Support 900 Students June 25, 2025 Nearly 900 students have benefited from Whitireia Foundation Scholarships since the initiative began in 2002, with this year's awards continuing the tradition of supporting learners… ...
Ngāti Toa Launches Paramedicine Training June 25, 2025 A new paramedicine training programme, launched by Ngāti Toa in partnership with NZCEC and Ūpane, is offering Porirua residents a unique path into emergency medical… ...
Porirua Shines Bright During Matariki Celebrations June 24, 2025 Porirua came alive over the past week and a half with a dazzling array of events to mark Matariki, drawing locals and visitors alike to… ...
BizFest Sells Out, Porirua Backs Business June 24, 2025 Porirua’s annual business showcase, BizFest 2025, has officially sold out ahead of its 1 July event at Te Rauparaha Arena, a clear sign of strong… ...
Porirua seniors trapped by time June 22, 2025 Grey Power spokesperson Keith Wood says senior residents are getting a poor deal relative to other centres and face an effective public transport ban during… ...
Porirua Business Directory Hits 100+ Featured Businesses June 22, 2025 The Porirua Business Directory has just passed a major milestone — with over 100 featured businesses now live and discoverable on Porirua News. Another 36… ...
Grieving Well: Navigating Loss with Care and Compassion June 19, 2025 Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, and one of the most personal. Whether it follows the loss of a loved one, a… ...
Porirua Teen gives back after Cancer Journey June 16, 2025 At just two years old, Porirua’s Aless Clements was diagnosed with a brain tumour and given a slim chance of reaching her eighth birthday. Now… ...Porirua Shines Bright During Matariki Celebrations (June 24, 2025) Porirua came alive over the past week and a half with a dazzling array of events to mark Matariki, drawing locals and visitors alike to… ...
BizFest Sells Out, Porirua Backs Business (June 24, 2025) Porirua’s annual business showcase, BizFest 2025, has officially sold out ahead of its 1 July event at Te Rauparaha Arena, a clear sign of strong… ...
Porirua seniors trapped by time (June 22, 2025) Grey Power spokesperson Keith Wood says senior residents are getting a poor deal relative to other centres and face an effective public transport ban during… ...
Porirua Business Directory Hits 100+ Featured Businesses (June 22, 2025) The Porirua Business Directory has just passed a major milestone — with over 100 featured businesses now live and discoverable on Porirua News. Another 36… ...
Grieving Well: Navigating Loss with Care and Compassion (June 19, 2025) Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, and one of the most personal. Whether it follows the loss of a loved one, a… ...
Porirua Teen gives back after Cancer Journey (June 16, 2025) At just two years old, Porirua’s Aless Clements was diagnosed with a brain tumour and given a slim chance of reaching her eighth birthday. Now… ...
Plimmerton Historian Honoured for Preserving Porirua’s War Stories (June 15, 2025) Plimmerton military historian Allan Dodson has received national recognition for his decades of work preserving Porirua’s wartime history, earning the Community Contribution Award at this… ...
Porirua lights up for Matariki (June 10, 2025) Porirua is set to dazzle this Matariki season, with a programme of events celebrating connection, culture, and community from Wednesday 18, to Saturday 28 June.… ...
Matariki planting event to bring new life to Bothamley Park (June 10, 2025) A community tree planting event at Bothamley Park on Friday 20 June is set to bring people together to celebrate Matariki and promote environmental stewardship… ...
Porirua to Mark 10 Years Since Passing of Rugby Great Jerry Collins (June 5, 2025) This weekend, Porirua will commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the passing of All Black Great Jerry Collins, with a series of events at Jerry Collins… ...
Signs of Strain, Seeds of Strength: A Snapshot of Porirua Today (June 5, 2025) Column by Porirua City Mayor, Anita Baker You know me. I don't sugar-coat things. The latest reports on Porirua’s economy and onour tamariki and rangatahi… ...
Porirua Club’s Jon Shaw Wins North Island Poker Champs (June 5, 2025) Jon Shaw from the Porirua Club emerged victorious at the ‘Clubs New Zealand 2025 North Island Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament’ held over the weekend, bringing… ...
Porirua Locals Recognised in 2025 King’s Birthday Honours (June 3, 2025) Two Porirua locals have been celebrated on this year’s King’s Birthday Honours list for their outstanding contributions to Aotearoa New Zealand. Simon Strombom, known for… ...
Pataka welcomes new Kaiako Educator (June 3, 2025) Con Noema, Porirua City Council's Māori Strategic Coordinator, welcomed Miriama Karena Te One (Ngāti Mutunga, Te Ātiawa) and her whanau this morning, as the new… ...
Wāhine Auaha: Short Play and Comedy Festival (June 1, 2025) A celebration of Greater Wellington’s creative women starts this week at Mana Little Theatre.The short play and comedy festival features three short plays written and… ...
Grant Boosts Coastguard Mana’s Lifesaving Capabilities (May 30, 2025) A $9,842 grant from the New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) is helping Coastguard Mana upgrade critical search and rescue equipment, enhancing its ability to save… ...
Council launch grants to promote sustainability in Porirua (May 29, 2025) A new grant scheme aimed at reducing waste and promoting sustainability was approved by Porirua City Council at its meeting this morning, marking a major… ...
31 New Local Businesses join Porirua Business Directory (May 28, 2025) A new wave of 31 businesses has joined the Porirua Business Directory, strengthening a growing initiative that connects residents with trusted local services and shops.… ...
Black Sticks Inspire Aotea College Students (May 28, 2025) Aotea College students were treated to a special hockey session on Sunday when the Nations Cup Trophy tour stopped in Wellington. The event, part of… ...
‘E Kai’ Soup Kitchen Opens in Porirua (May 28, 2025) A new community initiative, E Kai, has officially opened its doors in Porirua, offering warm meals and a welcoming space to those in need. The… ...