Welcome: Nine Local Businesses Backing Porirua in the Business Directory
Nine more local businesses have joined the Porirua News Business Directory this week. We’d like to thank these fantastic local businesses for supporting Porirua and […]
Regional News
Porirua Careers Expo returns, offers prizes and pathways
The Porirua Careers Expo will return to Te Rauparaha Arena early next month, promising a full day of career inspiration, industry connections and practical support […]
State of emergency declared across Wellington region as heavy rain hits
A state of emergency has been declared across the Wellington region as heavy rain, flooding and slips continue to impact communities on Monday afternoon. Wellington […]
Porirua thunderstorms trigger warning, heavy rain risk rises
A severe thunderstorm warning is in place for Porirua and surrounding areas, with forecasters warning of intense downpours and hazardous conditions through midday Sunday. MetService […]
Heavy rain floods Porirua suburbs, evacuations, more storms ahead
Residents in parts of Porirua are dealing with severe flooding after torrential rain inundates homes and forces evacuations on Saturday, with more heavy rain expected […]
SH58 works, ramp closures disrupt Porirua travel
Porirua drivers are being urged to plan ahead this week as night roadworks on State Highway 58 and closures on key motorway ramps are expected […]
Police seize drugs, cash, stolen goods in Porirua raid
A 30-year-old man has appeared in court after Police uncovered drugs, cash and suspected stolen property at a Cannons Creek address in Porirua. The arrest […]
ANZAC STORY 2026
Porirua marks ANZAC Day across city Communities across Porirua will come together on Saturday, April 25, to mark ANZAC Day and remember those who served […]
Porirua ANZAC Services 25 APRIL 2026
Communities across Porirua City will come together on Saturday 25 April 2026 to mark ANZAC Day and remember those who served and sacrificed in war, […]
Porirua landfill debate misses bigger waste issue
Porirua Community Views By David Christensen, Porirua resident There is, at the heart of the current debate about Spicer Landfill, a question so obvious it […]