Adapted Kindy Gym Classes to Launch in Porirua July 11, 2025 Porirua City Council, in partnership with Special Olympics New Zealand, is introducing Adapted Kindy Gym classes at Te Rauparaha Arena starting 14 July, offering a… ...
BizFest 2025: Local Leadership and Innovation Shine in Porirua July 2, 2025 Te Rauparaha Arena was alive with energy, innovation and community spirit on Friday as BizFest 2025: Kōpū i te Pae – Light Up the Horizon… ...
The Goalposts Keep Moving June 30, 2025 Column by Greater Wellington Regional Chair, Daran Ponter. The Government’s proposed changes to the Resource Management Act (RMA) is the most widespread alteration of how we manage… ...
Cancer Society opens new community hub in North City June 27, 2025 The Cancer Society has opened the doors to a new, expanded hub in the heart of Porirua, aiming to better support whānau affected by cancer… ...
Whitireia Scholarships Support 900 Students June 25, 2025 Nearly 900 students have benefited from Whitireia Foundation Scholarships since the initiative began in 2002, with this year's awards continuing the tradition of supporting learners… ...
Short Jolt shakes Porirua region June 25, 2025 A mild earthquake struck north-west of Porirua just after midnight on Wednesday, briefly shaking the area but causing no reports of damage or injury. The… ...
BizFest Sells Out, Porirua Backs Business June 24, 2025 Porirua’s annual business showcase, BizFest 2025, has officially sold out ahead of its 1 July event at Te Rauparaha Arena, a clear sign of strong… ...
Porirua Business Directory Hits 100+ Featured Businesses June 22, 2025 The Porirua Business Directory has just passed a major milestone — with over 100 featured businesses now live and discoverable on Porirua News. Another 36… ...
Grieving Well: Navigating Loss with Care and Compassion June 19, 2025 Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, and one of the most personal. Whether it follows the loss of a loved one, a… ...
Aotea Lagoon’s South End Reopens After Upgrade June 19, 2025 The south end of Aotea Lagoon has officially reopened following a dawn blessing held on Wednesday, 18 June. The revitalised space marks the completion of… ...
Porirua Teen gives back after Cancer Journey June 16, 2025 At just two years old, Porirua’s Aless Clements was diagnosed with a brain tumour and given a slim chance of reaching her eighth birthday. Now… ...
Porirua to Mark 10 Years Since Passing of Rugby Great Jerry Collins June 5, 2025 This weekend, Porirua will commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the passing of All Black Great Jerry Collins, with a series of events at Jerry Collins… ...
31 New Local Businesses join Porirua Business Directory May 28, 2025 A new wave of 31 businesses has joined the Porirua Business Directory, strengthening a growing initiative that connects residents with trusted local services and shops.… ...
Love Local returns to Te Rauparaha Arena May 27, 2025 Porirua’s much-loved Love Local Expo is set to return to Te Rauparaha Arena on Saturday 7 June, running from 10am to 4pm. Now in its… ...
Capital Clash: Hurricanes, Highlanders Set for Friday Night Fireworks May 16, 2025 Tonight, Sky Stadium sets the stage for a critical Super Rugby Pacific encounter as the Hurricanes welcome the Highlanders in a match with plenty riding… ... Growing a Greener Future, One Tree at a Time May 16, 2025 Column by Daran Ponter - Chair of the Greater Wellington Regional Council Every winter, with the help of volunteers, Greater Wellington plants hundreds of thousands… ...
Power pole fire sparks outage in Tawa May 14, 2025 A power pole fire in Tawa caused a minor outage and drew emergency services to the scene this Wednesday morning. Flames were seen shooting from… ...
Many hands help Porirua planting work May 14, 2025 Porirua’s streamside planting programme continues to flourish, with hundreds of thousands of native plants added to the landscape since the initiative began in 2021. The… ...
E-Waste Drop-Off Day Offers Easy Recycling in Porirua May 13, 2025 Porirua residents will have the chance to clear out old electronics responsibly during the upcoming Electronic Waste Drop-Off Day, hosted by Echo Tech NZ. The… ...
Rotuman Language Week Celebrates Identity, Culture, and Community May 13, 2025 Rotuman communities across Aotearoa are set to celebrate Rotuman Language Week from 11–18 May 2025, with a vibrant programme of cultural events and community initiatives… ...
BizFest to spotlight innovation and resilience in Porirua business community May 13, 2025 A dynamic lineup of speakers is set to take the stage at BizFest 2025 on 1 July, as the annual event returns to Porirua with… ...Pōneke Mourns Club Legend Des Kinsella, 96 (May 8, 2025) The Pōneke Football Club is mourning the loss of one of its most cherished members, Des Kinsella, who passed away this week at the age… ...
Porirua Welcomes Bislama to Pacific Language Weeks in 2025 (May 6, 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… ...
Mana College Wins U17 Women’s Wellington Champs (May 4, 2025) 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 (May 4, 2025) 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 (May 4, 2025) 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 (May 3, 2025) 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… ...
Golden Mile Upgrade Breaks Ground with Blessing (April 28, 2025) Work to revitalise Wellington’s Golden Mile officially began today with a blessing and sod-turning ceremony at Courtenay Place, ahead of construction starting this Sunday, 4… ...
Hurricanes First Kiwi Team to Win in Australia in 2025 (April 27, 2025) The Hurricanes have climbed into the top six of the Super Rugby Pacific standings after an impressive 35-29 victory over the ACT Brumbies in Canberra… ...
Warm Your Belly This Winter with Cobb & Co.’s All Day Comfort Menu (April 24, 2025) As the crisp chill of winter sweeps across Porirua, there's no better place to cosy up and enjoy hearty, homestyle cooking than Cobb & Co.… ...
Serving with Compassion, Trusting in Tradition: 50 Years of Ninness Funeral Home (April 24, 2025) For over half a century, Ninness Funeral Home has stood as a quiet pillar of support for families across Porirua, Tawa, the Kāpiti Coast, and… ...
Pope Francis has died, the Vatican announces (April 22, 2025) April 21, 2025 Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with… ...
Tawa Jobs: Customer Service Representative BP (April 20, 2025) BP Connect Part Time - Mornings Wednesday and Thursday from 5.15 am to 1.45 pm CLOSING DATE BELOW IF SPECIFIED 30 Apr 2025 Are… ...
Wellington Waters incident leaves Person Fighting for Life (April 18, 2025) A person is in critical condition after being pulled from the water near Muritai Road in Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, this Friday morning. Emergency services responded… ...
Rising Costs and Falling Wages (April 18, 2025) Hon Barbara Edmonds, Mana MP, Column for Porirua News Kiwis woke up to a cruel April Fools’ joke. April 1 used to be a day… ...
Greg O’Connor: Boundary Changes Make Sense for Tawa (April 18, 2025) Greg O’Connor MP for Ōhāriu, Column for Tawa News Recent proposed changes to the electoral boundaries make considerable sense, especially for Tawa. Previously, the northern… ...
Nominations Open for 2025 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards (April 15, 2025) Porirua residents are being encouraged to put forward their favourite local volunteer groups, with nominations now open for the 2025 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards.… ...
Acclaimed Māori artist Robyn Kahukiwa has died (April 14, 2025) Well-known New Zealand painter Robyn Kahukiwa has died. The family announced her passing on social media. "Māreikura, Wahine Toa, and Tohunga mahi toi Māori Robyn Kahukiwa… ...
Crusaders Hold Off Late Hurricanes Surge in Nail-Biter (April 11, 2025) The Crusaders survived a late Hurricanes comeback to claim a hard-fought 31-24 win in their Super Rugby clash at Sky Stadium in Wellington on Friday… ...
Students March on Parliament in Climate Strike (April 11, 2025) Hundreds of students and supporters gathered in Wellington on Friday for the latest School Strike 4 Climate, calling on the Government to rethink its fast-track… ...
Porirua Careers Expo returns, Bigger and Better for 2025 (April 11, 2025) Porirua’s popular Careers Expo is back for 2025, bringing even more opportunities for job seekers and students to connect with industry professionals and education providers.… ...