Stay connected with what’s happening across Porirua. From community markets to live music, family fun, festivals, sports, and local celebrations, this is your guide to what’s on in Porirua.
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Matariki exhibition honours atua and remembrance
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 ō Matariki, by Apex the Artist, runs from Saturday, June 13, to Sunday, July 19, 2026. The exhibition features nine portraits that reimagine the atua of Matariki through contemporary tinana…
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McDonald’s celebrates 50th birthday in Porirua
McDonald’s New Zealand is celebrating its 50th birthday today, marking five decades since the country’s first restaurant opened in Porirua. The restaurant opened in Cobham Court on June 7, 1976, becoming the first McDonald’s in New Zealand and introducing Kiwis to a brand that would eventually expand to 177 restaurants nationwide. More than 100 people…
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Back the Businesses, Backing Porirua
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 reliable daily news. Here’s who’s new this week: 🏡 A1homesA home building company helping Kiwis plan and build quality homes. A1homes supports customers through the building process with practical experience…