Cannons Creek’s new Library prepares to open September 20, 2026 Cannons Creek’s new purpose-built library will open its doors on Monday 28 September, with a community celebration marking a new chapter for the suburb’s library… …
Porirua Author Launches Books Toitū and Hīkoi at Pātaka September 18, 2026 Porirua author Pania Tahau-Hodges has launched two new picture books at Pātaka Art + Museum, turning a major moment in recent Māori history into a… …
Porirua Celebrates Te Reo Towns as Māori Language Week Heads Into Final Weekend September 17, 2026 Porirua has filled the week with waiata, kapa haka, stories and activities as the city celebrates Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. The week began… …
Mana College girls off to National Basketball Championships September 10, 2026 Mana College’s Senior Girls basketball team will head to the national secondary schools championships as Zone 3’s top seed after completing an unbeaten Lower North… …
Mana College celebrates Asian Cultural Week September 10, 2026 Mana College has celebrated Asian Cultural Week with a programme of cultural activities involving students and staff. The week began with a Sri Lankan flag-raising… …
Porirua driller named National Learner of the Year September 8, 2026 A young driller working for Pāuatahanui-based Griffiths has been recognised as one of New Zealand’s top industry trainees. Zane O’Gorman was named Learner of the… …
Police investigate assault on child at Whitby school playground September 3, 2026 Police are seeking witnesses after a child was reportedly assaulted by a teenager at a school playground in Whitby. The incident happened about 5.30pm on… …
Porirua students receive laptops to support their education and future goals August 28, 2026 Two Porirua College students are gaining new opportunities thanks to a community initiative helping young people access the technology they need for their education. Year… …
Sports ball donation brings new gear and athlete visits to Porirua schools August 27, 2026 Students at two Porirua schools have received new sports equipment and a visit from young high-performance athletes as part of a Wellington-region programme distributing 1,200… …
Aotea College netball teams sweep Kapi-Mana podium August 24, 2026 Aotea College has celebrated a strong finish to the Kapi-Mana netball season, with its teams taking first, second and third place in the Championship Division… …
Mana College girls win Wellington basketball title August 24, 2026 Mana College’s senior girls basketball team has won the Wellington Premier Girls championship, claiming the title for the first time since 2008. Mana College said… …
Porirua students invited to Victoria University Open Day August 19, 2026 Porirua students considering university study are being invited to explore Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington at its Open Day on Friday 21 August.… …
$6000 grants available for Porirua youth projects August 11, 2026 Applications for Porirua City Council’s Young People’s Fund tier two grants open on Monday, 17 August. The fund supports projects and initiatives designed to make… …
Free business course opens in Porirua August 3, 2026 A free three-day business course will be held at Pātaka Art + Museum from 4 to 6 August for Porirua residents and people planning to… …
Pasifika writer Kasi Valu secures 2026 residency July 29, 2026 Pasifika writer and performer Kasi Valu has been named the Emerging Pasifika Writer in Residence for 2026. Valu will use the three-month residency at Victoria… …
Postgate School rangatahi take their place at Parliament July 29, 2026 Postgate School students swapped their Porirua classrooms for Parliament this week during a visit hosted by Te Tai Hauāuru MP Debbie Ngarewa-Packer. The school was… …
Variable 30km/h school speed limits coming to Porirua July 28, 2026 New variable 30km/h speed limit signs are being installed outside schools across Porirua to improve safety for tamariki and rangatahi travelling to and from school.… …
Welcome back: Nine familiar businesses mark another year with Porirua News July 26, 2026 Nine familiar businesses are being celebrated for continuing their involvement in a locally owned community news project supporting free and accessible reporting across Porirua and… …
Porirua Whānau Centre doubles youth employment programme July 19, 2026 Twice as many Porirua rangatahi will be helped off benefits and into work each year after Porirua Whānau Centre secured a new three-year contract with… …
Porirua finalists announced for 2026 regional community awards July 19, 2026 Thirty-three Porirua groups, organisations and community initiatives have been named finalists in the 2026 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. The awards recognise volunteers and not-for-profit… …
Porirua families invited to Brandon Intermediate open evening July 17, 2026 Brandon Intermediate is inviting future Year 7 students and their whānau to explore the Cannons Creek school at its open evening on Thursday, August 13.… …Council teams up with Noel Leeming to collect tech waste (July 15, 2026) Porirua residents can now recycle unwanted computers, phones and other electronic equipment for free at Noel Leeming Porirua. TechCollect NZ has partnered with Porirua City… ...
Matariki planting day set for Bothamley Park (July 14, 2026) Porirua residents are invited to celebrate Matariki through restoration, reflection and community connection at Bothamley Park on Saturday, 18 July. The free community event will… ...
Free mobile eye clinic visits Porirua kindergartens (July 13, 2026) A mobile optometry clinic is providing free eye examinations and glasses to kindergarten children in Porirua after screening found about one in six needed further… ...
Porirua volunteers honoured with 2026 Civic Awards (July 12, 2026) Porirua residents who have dedicated years to supporting refugees, sport, culture and young people have been recognised at the city’s 2026 Civic Awards. The awards… ...
Porirua schools uncover hidden listening difficulties (July 10, 2026) Five Porirua schools are taking part in a pilot programme aimed at identifying hearing and auditory processing difficulties that may be affecting children’s learning. Windley… ...
Matariki lights return to Porirua harbourside (July 10, 2026) Porirua’s Matariki celebrations continue this week with a free harbourside light display and a day of remembrance activities at Pātaka Art + Museum. The light… ...
Porirua City AFC grant helps cut junior football costs (July 8, 2026) Porirua City Association Football Club has received an $8,455 grant from New Zealand Community Trust to support its junior football programme. The funding will be… ...
Porirua youth podcast launches at Pātaka (July 6, 2026) Porirua’s young voices are set to be heard on air following the official launch of the Porirua Voices Youth Podcast at Pātaka. The launch event… ...
Students celebrate Polynesian Beauty Academy graduation (July 5, 2026) Students from several Wellington region schools have been recognised at the Polynesian Beauty Academy Gateway Class Graduation. Porirua Mayor Anita Baker presented certificates at the… ...
Aotea College retain Beard Trophy after late comeback (July 3, 2026) Aotea College’s 1st XV have retained the Beard Trophy after a dramatic 36-32 win over Mana College. The team trailed by 10 points with only… ...
Matariki Ahi Kā returns to Wellington Waterfront (July 2, 2026) Matariki Ahi Kā will return to the Wellington Waterfront from Thursday 9 July to Sunday 12 July. The Wellington City Council event will run from… ...
Aotea vs Mana match supports Ashen’s family (June 29, 2026) A gold coin donation will be collected at this Wednesday night’s Beard Trophy Challenge between Aotea College and Mana College to help support Aotea student… ...
Aotea community rallies for Ashen in Bali ICU (June 24, 2026) The Aotea College sports community is sending aroha and support to young rugby player Ashen Phaipanya and his whānau as he remains in ICU in… ...
Te Manawa exhibition invites Porirua feedback (June 16, 2026) A student-led exhibition showing future design ideas for Porirua’s city centre, Te Manawa, is open at Kai Tahi until Sunday, June 21. The exhibition features… ...
Police seek help finding missing teenager (June 12, 2026) Police are asking for the public’s help to find 14-year-old Deziah, who has been reported missing from the Wellington area. Deziah was last seen near… ...
Porirua playgrounds get upgrades (June 10, 2026) Porirua City Council will begin upgrading two popular playgrounds this month, with new play equipment, improved safety surfacing and refreshed outdoor spaces planned for Waitangirua… ...
Matariki exhibition honours atua and remembrance (June 9, 2026) A new Matariki exhibition at Pātaka Art + Museum will transform Toi Gallery into a tamariki-friendly celebration of the atua connected to Matariki. Ngā Atua… ...
Back the Businesses, Backing Porirua (June 6, 2026) Porirua News would like to thank these fantastic local businesses and organisations for supporting community news in Porirua and helping keep local readers connected through… ...
Porirua residents earn King’s Birthday honours (June 2, 2026) Three Porirua residents have been recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours for their contributions to literature, culture and community service. Author and publisher Adrienne… ...
Porirua celebrates Samoan language week (June 2, 2026) Porirua came together this morning for the annual Samoa flag raising, celebrating Samoa Language Week and commemorating the 64th anniversary of Samoa’s independence. Mayor Anita… ...