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… ...
Expect Delays: SH58 Roadworks Ramp Up Across Porirua This Week November 1, 2025 Here’s the updated article with the new roadworks details for Pukerua Bay and the Mungavin Interchange added in: Porirua commuters face more delays as SH58,… ...
Great Catch – Metlink services to Blackcaps vs England October 29, 2025 Extra capacity on Metlink train services and larger buses will be running for the upcoming Blackcaps vs England Sky Stadium ODI at 2pm on 1… ... Porirua highways face delays from safety upgrades October 25, 2025 Drivers travelling on State Highway 58 and State Highway 59 through Porirua and surrounding areas should expect night closures, lane changes, and stop/go traffic controls… ...
Public Notice – All Trains in the region cancelled for Thursday – Severe weather warning October 22, 2025 UPDATED 9pm 22 Oct All trains in the Wellington Region have been cancelled for Thursday 23 Oct, from 8am to 6pm. Please check https://www.metlink.org.nz/ for the latest… ... Porirua residents urged to prepare for Thursday’s severe winds October 22, 2025 Porirua residents are being warned to prepare for extreme weather on Thursday, with a Red Wind Warning in place across the Wellington region from 8 am… ...
Porirua Road Closures and Detours this Week October 18, 2025 Motorists travelling on State Highway 59 between Porirua and Paekākāriki should expect lane closures and detours over several nights this week as crews carry out… ... SH58 roadworks to cause night delays, lane closures October 17, 2025 State Highway 58 between Porirua and the Hutt Valley will see multiple disruptions this week due to ongoing safety and infrastructure projects. Waka Kotahi NZ… ...
Porirua Decides: Where Candidates Stand on Amalgamation October 10, 2025 As the discussion over possible council amalgamation heats up across the region, we asked Porirua City Council candidates:“Do you support or oppose amalgamation, and what… ...Backing Porirua: Meet Our New Banner Advertisers (October 4, 2025) We’re excited to give a warm Porirua News welcome to some fantastic local businesses who’ve joined us as banner advertisers this week. Their support helps… ...
Porirua Council adopts new District Plan to balance growth and protection (October 2, 2025) Porirua City Council has formally adopted its new District Plan, marking a major step in shaping the city’s future development while safeguarding the environment. Chief… ...
Dirt bike seized after Belmont Park damage in Porirua (September 24, 2025) A dirt bike involved in damaging farm property and disturbing livestock in Belmont Regional Park has been seized by Porirua Police. The bike, which fled… ...
Police seek help identifying dirt bike riders damaging Belmont Park, Porirua (September 24, 2025) Porirua Police are asking for public assistance to identify a group of five males riding dirt bikes illegally across Belmont Regional Park, causing damage and… ...
Monster Truck roars into Porirua this week (September 21, 2025) Porirua families are in for a thrilling treat next week as a life-sized Hot Wheels Monster Truck rolls into town. To celebrate the first-ever New… ...
Porirua Car Wash offers eco-friendly clean, 24/7 convenience (September 21, 2025) Porirua drivers have a fresh reason to smile, thanks to a local car wash making it easier than ever to keep vehicles spotless at any… ...
Mana’s Trevor Farmer nominated for National Leadership award (September 14, 2025) Mana’s Trevor Farmer has been named a finalist for the 2025 Coastguard Volunteer Awards of Excellence, recognising his exceptional leadership and long-standing service in marine… ...
Greater Wellington Backs Ticketing Overhaul (September 11, 2025) Greater Wellington Regional Council has welcomed an independent review into the National Ticketing Solution (NTS) and says it is eager to see progress on rolling… ...
Porirua to get New Battery-Electric Trains (September 9, 2025) Porirua residents will soon have better rail access to the lower North Island thanks to a new fleet of battery-electric trains set to launch in… ...
Person dies in crash at Paremata intersection (September 1, 2025) One person has died following a single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Paremata Road and State Highway 59 this afternoon. Emergency services were called to… ...
Transmission Gully Resurfacing Prompts Public Concern (August 29, 2025) Several kilometres of Transmission Gully will undergo resurfacing and rebuilding this summer, sparking frustration among motorists and commuters across the lower North Island. The early… ...
Mt Victoria Tunnel closed, motorists face delays (August 29, 2025) State Highway 1 through Wellington’s Mt Victoria Tunnel was closed this morning, causing significant disruption for commuters. The closure is expected to last for an… ...
Crash blocks northbound lanes on SH 1 near Whitby, one critically injured (August 27, 2025) A serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 near Whitby has closed all northbound lanes from Waitangirua Link Road, prompting major delays on Transmission Gully.… ...
Night Closures, Lane Changes Across Wellington Region Highways This Week (August 25, 2025) Motorists across the Wellington region should prepare for multiple highway disruptions this week, as planned roadworks are set to affect key state highway routes from… ...
Ngāti Toa and Greater Wellington partner on transport solution (August 14, 2025) Ngāti Toa Rangatira and Greater Wellington have formalised a new partnership with the signing of a lease agreement on 13 August, paving the way for… ...
Porirua rail users reminded: ‘Stay Off, Stay Safe’ (August 12, 2025) Trains run daily through Porirua’s busy rail network, and officials are urging residents to take extra care around the tracks as Rail Safety Week 2025… ...
Tsunami activity expected in NZ after 8.8 quake near Russia (July 30, 2025) Boaties around New Zealand say they’re checking moorings and keeping an eye on the seagulls, following a safety warning from officials to go ashore overnight.… ...
Crash slows southbound traffic on State Highway 1 near Tawa (July 30, 2025) A crash on State Highway 1 caused delays for southbound motorists near Tawa early Tuesday morning. Emergency services responded around 6.45am to the incident between… ...
Porirua crash survivor urges action on illegal dirt biking (July 29, 2025) By Checkpoint RNZ A woman who was off work for a year after being seriously injured in a head-on collision with a speeding dirt bike… ...
Porirua residents to pay nearly $350,000 for school speed zone changes (July 29, 2025) Porirua City ratepayers will be contributing nearly $350,000 towards new speed limit signs around local schools, following recent city council decisions in line with new… ...