Te Kiwa Nui Festival returns to Porirua
More than 2100 students are set to light up Te Rauparaha Arena in early August as the Te Kiwa Nui Festival returns with two days […]
Regional News
Update: Man in Custody After Stokes Valley Incident Leaves One Critically Injured
A man has been taken into custody and is assisting Police with enquiries following a serious incident in Stokes Valley this morning that left one […]
Titahi Bay’s Mrs Mac celebrates 100 surrounded by Family
Long-time Titahi Bay resident Dawn McCormick, affectionately known as Mrs Mac, marked her 100th birthday over the weekend with a joyful celebration alongside family, friends, […]
Lions off to slow start in NPC opener
Canterbury launched their 2025 National Provincial Championship (NPC) campaign in dominant fashion, defeating defending champions Wellington 33-15 at Jerry Collins Stadium in Porirua on Saturday […]
Nominations Close for 2025 Porirua Elections: Full List of Candidates Confirmed
Nominations have officially closed for the 2025 Porirua City Council elections, with 31 candidates confirmed across the mayoralty, general wards, and the Māori ward. Voters […]
Valkyrie Women Claim Fifth Straight Title, Honour Fallen Viking
The Porirua Vikings Valkyrie Women’s Team clinched their fifth consecutive grand final title over the weekend, marking a historic milestone for the club and community. […]
Season opener at Porirua Park today
Rugby fans are in for a treat this Saturday as the Wellington Lions take on Canterbury in the Bunnings Warehouse NPC at Porirua Park, kicking […]
Better by the Dozen – 12 new star businesses join Porirua News Business Directory
We’re excited to welcome a fresh wave of trusted local businesses to the Porirua News Business Directory. From car servicing to property management, construction to […]
Stephen Myhre to Launch Wood Carving Guide in Porirua
Renowned New Zealand artist Stephen Myhre will launch his latest book Wood Carving: Tools, Techniques & Concepts on Saturday 16 August 2025 at Pātaka Art […]
Remembering a Jazz Great
‘Jazzy grooves with Horns’ – Erna Ferry, partner of the late Rodger Fox and long-time singer with his band, describes the show she will be presenting […]