Porirua Welcomes Bislama to Pacific Language Weeks in 2025
Porirua is set to celebrate the Pacific even more vibrantly in 2025, with Bislama, Vanuatu’s official language, joining the roster of Pacific Language Weeks recognised […]
Regional News
Porirua Business Directory Launches with 36 Local Businesses
In a major boost to local enterprise, Porirua News has launched the Porirua Business Directory — a powerful new platform connecting residents directly with 36 […]
Gunshots Fired at Masterton Work and Income Office
Two people were taken into custody after a firearm was discharged at a Work and Income service centre in Masterton this Monday afternoon. The incident […]
Wellington Bust Highlights NZ’s Growing Illicit Tobacco Crisis
Organised crime groups are flooding New Zealand with illegal tobacco, using smuggling tactics similar to drug trafficking and costing the country hundreds of millions in […]
Mana College Wins U17 Women’s Wellington Champs
Mana College triumphed at the U17 Women’s Wellington Inter-College Champs, held at Ākau Tangi Sports Centre, securing the top spot in a showcase of youth […]
Porirua Businesses Shine as 2025 Gold Awards Finalists Announced
Seven Porirua-based businesses and one Māori enterprise have been named among the finalists and showcase recipients in the prestigious 2025 Gold Awards, celebrating excellence across […]
Porirua’s Mead Claims World Cup Podium
New Zealand para-cyclist Rory Mead surged to a podium finish in the opening UCI Para-cycling Road World Cup race in Bruges, Belgium, marking a promising […]
Court Slams Police Over ‘Dangerous’ Force at Parliament Protest
Teen awarded $5000 over ‘dangerous’ arrest tactic as IPCA finds six cases of excessive force A teenager has been awarded $5000 in damages after the […]
Rose’s Story Deserves to Be Honoured – Column by Cr Geoff Hayward
I want to start by talking about two amazing women: Rose and Maureen. In 1926, the late Rose Matthews became Porirua’s first registered maternity nurse. […]