Transport

Traffic moves through a large multi-lane roundabout with cars entering and exiting from several directions, surrounded by low shrubs and rolling hills. Porirua roadworks slow Waitangi weekend travel February 5, 2026 Porirua motorists travelling over Waitangi weekend can expect delays, with multiple roadwork sites operating on State Highways 58 and 59. The works are scheduled between… ...
Traffic backs up on State Highway 2 near the Ngauranga exit after a crash blocks a southbound lane. Lane blocked after SH2 Ngauranga crash February 4, 2026 A southbound lane on State Highway 2 is blocked following a two-vehicle crash in Ngauranga this afternoon. New Zealand Police were called to the crash… ...
Police attend the scene of a serious crash on Mapuia Road in Miramar. Fatal crash, Miramar pedestrian dies February 4, 2026 One person has died after a crash involving a car and a pedestrian on Mapuia Road. New Zealand Police said they were notified about 4.40pm… ...
A newly built multi-lane motorway runs through a steep valley with reinforced rock faces on both sides. Weekly roadworks update for Porirua drivers January 30, 2026 Drivers travelling in Porirua, Wellington and Kāpiti are being urged to plan ahead as a busy week of state highway roadworks gets under way, including… ...
Two Police officers stand beside a marked patrol car at a road cordon on Paekākāriki Hill, with rural fencing, trees and bush-covered hills in the background. Helicopter crash prompts Paekākāriki Hill emergency response January 28, 2026 Emergency services are responding to a helicopter crash in the Paekākāriki Hill area this morning. Police were notified about 7.30am after an automated crash alert… ...
Road closed signage at the SH58 and SH59 junction near Paremata, with traffic diverted and a Paremata direction sign visible on the roadside. Porirua drivers face night closures and detours: Jan 24–30 January 23, 2026 Porirua drivers are being warned to expect night-time road closures, detours and lane restrictions this week as maintenance and upgrade work continues on key state… ...
Crowds gather in Porirua for Waitangi Day celebrations featuring live music, cultural performances and community activities ahead of a busy holiday weekend. 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… ...
Roadworks signage and traffic cones on a state highway near Porirua. Porirua Drivers: Delays, Detours and Closures This Week January 17, 2026 Motorists travelling through Porirua and north toward Kāpiti are being warned to expect delays over the long weekend as extensive state highway roadworks continue across… ...
Summer Maintenance on SH1 Transmission Gully January 16, 2026 Extensive resurfacing and repair works are underway on SH1 Transmission Gully, prepping the road for winter. Both northbound and southbound lanes are experiencing night-time closures,… ...
Metlink boosts services for Ed Sheeran show (January 15, 2026) Ed Sheeran fans heading to Sky Stadium next Wednesday, January 21, will be able to ride public transport for free, with extra Metlink services laid… ...
Porirua roadworks update, this week (January 9, 2026) Drivers in Porirua and northern Wellington are being urged to plan ahead this week as night closures and lane restrictions continue on Transmission Gully and… ...
Plimmerton Park & Ride closes for repairs (January 9, 2026) The Plimmerton Park & Ride will close for a week from Monday, January 12, while urgent resurfacing work is carried out. The closure affects the… ...
Dirt bike rider flees Police in Porirua centre (December 30, 2025) Police are appealing for information after a dirt bike rider fled officers in Porirua City Centre on Sunday afternoon. A Police unit spotted a black… ...
Porirua drivers, roadworks updates this week (December 21, 2025) Drivers in Porirua and those travelling north and south through the city are being advised to plan ahead, with a series of state highway closures… ...
Police seize Guns, Drugs and Ferraris after Porirua raid (December 19, 2025) Police have seized thousands of illicit vapes, luxury vehicles, drugs and firearms following search warrants executed in Pauatahanui and other centres across the lower North… ...
Transmission Gully fully open for Christmas, New Year (December 19, 2025) Transmission Gully will be fully open to traffic over the Christmas and New Year break, with roadworks on State Highway 1 paused to allow smoother… ...
Police seek white SUV, red Holden information from Transmission Gully (December 18, 2025) Kapiti Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a white SUV towing a red Holden seen travelling through the Porirua area earlier this… ...
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… ...
Mount Victoria Tunnel closed after serious crash (December 16, 2025) The Mount Victoria Tunnel in Wellington is closed after a serious two-vehicle crash this afternoon. Police were called to the crash on State Highway 1… ...
Drug tests start on Porirua roads this week (December 16, 2025) Drivers in Porirua will begin seeing roadside drug testing from Monday as Police roll out a new enforcement tool aimed at drug-impaired driving. The testing… ...
Porirua Drivers, Expect Delays This Week with Road Closures and Lane Changes (December 12, 2025) Drivers in Porirua and across the Wellington region are being urged to plan ahead as roadworks continue on key state highways between 13 and 19… ...
Crash blocks Mount Victoria tunnel, causing major delays (December 10, 2025) A two car collision on State Highway 1 closed the Mount Victoria tunnel on Wednesday afternoon, creating significant delays for Wellington commuters, including those travelling… ...
Viaduct Spectacular Train Set to Roll Through Porirua This Summer (December 6, 2025) An iconic train journey is returning to the rails this January, with Porirua residents invited to board a vintage adventure across some of the most… ...
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.… ...