Viaduct Spectacular Steam Train Set to Roll Through Porirua This Summer December 6, 2025 An iconic steam train journey is returning to the rails this January, with Porirua residents invited to board a vintage adventure across some of the… ...
Major road closures, lane changes across Porirua and beyond this week December 5, 2025 Waka Kotahi is advising motorists in Porirua and surrounding areas to plan ahead, with extensive roadworks scheduled across State Highways 1, 58, and 59 from… ...
Kenepuru Car Service Centre: Keeping Porirua Vehicles Running Smoothly This Summer November 29, 2025 As summer approaches and locals prepare for road trips, beach visits and whānau catchups, Kenepuru Car Service Centre is making sure Porirua vehicles are safe,… ... State Highway Disruptions to Impact Porirua Drivers This Week November 29, 2025 Porirua residents are urged to plan ahead as roadworks across State Highways 58 and 59, and Transmission Gully are set to cause delays between 28… ... Porirua commuters: Traffic updates for the week ahead November 22, 2025 Porirua drivers are in for a week of delays and detours, with extensive roadworks scheduled across the region from 22 to 28 November. The work… ...
State Highway 1 Transmission Gully/Te Aranui o Te Rangihaeata Summer Maintenance Works November 21, 2025 People travelling on State Highway 1 Transmission Gully/Te Aranui o Te Rangihaeata are urged to make sure they stay up to date on ongoing roadworks… ...
Bars in Newtown locked down after suspicious item found November 20, 2025 Police lifted cordons in Newtown on Wednesday evening after responding to reports of a suspicious item on Riddiford Street, near the intersection with Constable Street.… ... Porirua Roadwatch: This Week’s Closures, Detours, Delays November 18, 2025 Porirua drivers are being urged to brace for night-time disruptions on State Highway 59 and SH58 this week, as the Wellington Transport Alliance rolls out… ...
Pedestrian seriously injured in Johnsonville crash November 9, 2025 Emergency services responded to a serious crash in central Johnsonville this afternoon after a pedestrian was struck by a car outside the local library. The… ...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… ...