Titahi Bay Tennis Club celebrates 100 years January 25, 2026 One of Porirua’s longest-running sports clubs has marked a significant milestone, with the Titahi Bay Tennis Club celebrating 100 years since it was founded in… ...
Waitangi weekend to fill Porirua with music and rugby January 23, 2026 Porirua is set for a busy Waitangi weekend, with free whānau-focused celebrations on Waitangi Day followed by a pre-season Super Rugby clash at Jerry Collins… ...
Rates Cap Fails Cost of Living January 18, 2026 By Porirua City councillor, Geoff Hayward To the Prime Minister, the Right Hon Christopher Luxon MP. I’m writing this plainly, because plain language matters when… ...
Porirua family loses home in house fire January 9, 2026 A Porirua family has lost their home after a house fire on Wednesday afternoon. Members of the public raised the alarm and helped those inside… ...
Health data breach raises concerns for Porirua patients January 3, 2026 Porirua patients who use the online health portal Manage My Health are being advised to stay informed following a ransomware attack on the company’s systems.… ...
Porirua Club hosts free New Year’s Eve party December 30, 2025 Porirua residents looking to welcome the New Year with live music are being invited to a free New Year’s Eve event at the Porirua Club.… ...
Porirua Police Warn Shoppers of Online Scams December 28, 2025 Porirua residents are being urged to take extra care when buying and selling items on social media, as Police warn of common tactics being used… ...
Pams and RSA send Christmas care packages to NZDF personnel overseas December 27, 2025 New Zealand Defence Force personnel deployed overseas will receive a small reminder of home this Christmas, with 150 care packages sent through a partnership between… ...
Mayor Anita Baker’s Christmas column December 24, 2025 By Mayor Anita Baker As we head into the Christmas break, I wanted to take the chance to check in with Porirua News readers, share… ...
Porirua City Brass backs young musicians December 24, 2025 Porirua City Brass is performing alongside young local musicians this week, giving members of the Porirua Youth Band a chance to play in front of… ...
Council allocates grants for Waste Reduction and Youth Initiatives December 20, 2025 More than $100,000 in waste minimisation grants and $36,000 from the Young People’s Fund have been approved by Porirua City Council, supporting projects aimed at… ...
Council Christmas hours set for libraries, pools and rubbish collection December 17, 2025 Porirua libraries and council services will operate on reduced hours over the Christmas and New Year period, with most facilities closing from Christmas Day and… ...
Santa photos and a giant Christmas tree light up North City December 17, 2025 Christmas is in full swing at North City Shopping Centre, with Santa photos, pet-friendly sessions and extended holiday hours drawing families to the Porirua mall… ...
Porirua Hospital Chapel marks 60 years of service December 16, 2025 The Porirua Hospital Chapel has marked 60 years as a place of reflection, care and connection for patients, staff and families on the hospital grounds.… ...
One Rates Bill Becomes Two for Porirua Households December 16, 2025 Porirua households will receive separate council and water bills from July 2026, ending the long-standing practice of a single annual rates invoice. The change follows… ...Sushil’s Musclechef serves festive cheer at Over 70s luncheon (December 14, 2025) Porirua’s senior community came together at Te Rauparaha Arena for a heart-warming Over 70s Christmas Luncheon, with 180 guests treated to delicious food, music and… ...
Combat Pest Control: Keeping Porirua Homes Pest Free This Summer (December 9, 2025) With warmer weather arriving, many Porirua households start noticing familiar signs of increased pest activity. Ant trails on benches, small clusters around window sills, spiders… ...
Porirua families feel the pressure as Barnardos calls for Christmas support (December 9, 2025) With Christmas approaching, Barnardos Aotearoa is seeing growing demand from families in Porirua and is calling on the community to help keep tamariki safe during… ...
Village Festival to Showcase Local Talent, Flavours and Culture in Porirua (December 8, 2025) More than 70 stallholders are set to gather in Porirua this Tuesday for the inaugural 5024 Village Festival, a vibrant evening event celebrating community, creativity… ...
Porirua City Council 2025–28 sworn in at Pātaka (November 28, 2025) Porirua’s new council term officially began with a swearing-in ceremony at Pātaka on 25 November, bringing together fresh faces and returning members for the 2025… ...
Final Funds from Derek Wootton Trust Support Porirua Youth (November 27, 2025) The Derek Wootton Memorial Trust has made its final act of generosity by donating its remaining funds to a cause close to its mission. Established… ...
Whitby Bowling Club Marks 50 Years with Joyful Jubilee Weekend (November 26, 2025) Whitby Bowling Club celebrated its 50th Jubilee over the weekend with a series of well-attended events that honoured five decades of sport, community, and camaraderie… ...
Arts on Track to host Anneke Borren’s annual pottery sale (November 21, 2025) Arts on Track will host Anneke Borren’s annual pottery sale from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 November at Platform 2, Plimmerton Railway Station. The gallery… ...
Business Spotlight: BedsRus Porirua Helping Locals Sleep Better (November 14, 2025) Porirua shoppers looking for a great night’s sleep don’t have to look far. BedsRus Porirua has become the go-to destination for quality beds and mattresses… ...
Welcome to our new Business Directory Members (November 10, 2025) Porirua News is proud to welcome another great group of local businesses to our growing Porirua Business Directory, a place where residents can easily find… ...
Hidden Gems: ‘Books Worth Keeping’ – A Treasure Trove in Kenepuru (November 9, 2025) Tucked away in an unassuming unit on Kenepuru Drive, Books Worth Keeping is one of Porirua’s best-kept secrets. This second-hand bookshop feels like stepping into… ...
Getting Sh*t Done for Porirua (November 9, 2025) Column by Councillor, Geoff Hayward This week, councillors-elect met with our senior staff to talk about the next three years: what we want to see,… ...
Business Spotlight: Mortgage Express – Donna Marks Helping Locals Into Homes (November 3, 2025) Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions most people ever make, and navigating the lending process can be stressful. That is where Donna… ...
Column From Mayor Anita Baker: Thank You, Porirua (November 1, 2025) Column by Porirua Mayor, Anita Baker With the election period concluded and after the result of special votes I want to express my deep gratitude… ...
Porirua Fire Brigade celebrates 75 years of service with weekend of honours (October 29, 2025) Porirua’s Fire Brigade was recognised for 75 years of dedicated service during a weekend of celebrations that honoured long-serving firefighters, their families, and the wider… ...
Lamb & Calf Day returns to Pāuatahanui School this November (October 29, 2025) Lamb & Calf Day is making its much-anticipated return to Pāuatahanui School on Saturday 8 November 2025, promising a family-friendly rural celebration from 10 AM… ...
Hall of Fame tour celebrates Porirua’s local legends (October 18, 2025) Te Rauparaha Arena is celebrating the city’s most influential figures as part of this year’s Wellington Heritage Festival, offering a week-long self-guided tour through the… ...
Porirua Women take Centre Field in Rugby Comedy Premiere (October 15, 2025) Porirua Little Theatre has kicked off its latest production with a bold twist on the traditional rugby narrative, opening Pack of Girls to local audiences… ...
Porirua backs Buller Declaration amid Health Crisis (October 13, 2025) Porirua has officially joined a nationwide campaign calling for urgent action to address Aotearoa’s deepening health crisis. The Buller Declaration, initiated by Malcolm Mulholland of… ...
FENZ blocks Porirua Firefighters from Safety and Education work (October 12, 2025) Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) is being accused of jeopardising community safety in Porirua by preventing firefighters from delivering fire education and smoke alarm… ...