Porirua lights up for Matariki June 10, 2025 Porirua is set to dazzle this Matariki season, with a programme of events celebrating connection, culture, and community from Wednesday 18, to Saturday 28 June.… ...
Matariki planting event to bring new life to Bothamley Park June 10, 2025 A community tree planting event at Bothamley Park on Friday 20 June is set to bring people together to celebrate Matariki and promote environmental stewardship… ...
Porirua set to shine at Love Local Expo this Saturday June 6, 2025 More than 100 local businesses and community groups will showcase their talents and products at Te Rauparaha Arena on Saturday 7 June for the Love… ...
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… ...
Dame Valerie Adams & Neil Ieremia to Headline Porirua’s BizFest 2025 June 4, 2025 Two of Aotearoa’s most celebrated figures, Olympian Dame Valerie Adams and Black Grace founder Neil Ieremia, will headline BizFest 2025 in Porirua on 1 July.… ...
Tālofa lava Porirua – Record Turnout for Samoan Flag Raising June 3, 2025 Porirua's Samoan community came together in unprecedented numbers on the morning of June 1 for a flag-raising ceremony that launched Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa… ...
Wāhine Auaha: Short Play and Comedy Festival June 1, 2025 A celebration of Greater Wellington’s creative women starts this week at Mana Little Theatre.The short play and comedy festival features three short plays written and… ...
Council launch grants to promote sustainability in Porirua May 29, 2025 A new grant scheme aimed at reducing waste and promoting sustainability was approved by Porirua City Council at its meeting this morning, marking a major… ...
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… ...
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… ...
Porirua celebrates Youth Week with free events, jam sessions and sports (May 14, 2025) Porirua is set to come alive from 19–23 May with a week of free activities for young people as part of Youth Week 2025. With… ...
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… ...
Porirua kids kick off Try Challenge with fun & fitness (May 9, 2025) Young students at Te Kura Māori o Porirua kicked off the Try Challenge with energy and excitement this morning, joined by Mayor Anita Baker, Deputy… ...
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… ...
Could You Be Porirua’s Next Councillor? (May 1, 2025) Column by Porirua Mayor, Anita Baker Is someone you know Porirua’s next Councillor? Maybe it’s you. The local body elections are coming up in October,… ...
Porirua Unites to Honour ANZAC Day Across the City (April 28, 2025) Porirua residents gathered across the city on 25 April to commemorate ANZAC Day, paying tribute to the generations of New Zealanders and Australians who served… ...
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.… ...
Porirua marks ANZAC day with citywide services (April 22, 2025) Porirua residents are invited to unite in remembrance this Anzac Day, with several services scheduled across the city on Friday, 25 April. The commemorations offer… ...
Porirua to host 2025 Waka Ama Long Distance Nationals (April 21, 2025) Porirua is set to host the 2025 Waka Ama Long Distance Nationals from Thursday, 24 April to Sunday, 27 April at Ngāti Toa Domain in… ...
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.… ...
South African Flavours on Show at Moederland Market Day in Kenepuru (April 11, 2025) Locals looking for a taste of South Africa are invited to Moederland’s Market Day this Sunday, 13 April, from 11 AM to 4 PM at… ...
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.… ...
Hurricanes Honour Jerry Collins Ahead of Crusaders Clash (April 10, 2025) Porirua rugby legend remembered as Hurricanes prepare for Super Rugby showdown. The Hurricanes will take the spirit of Porirua’s own Jerry Collins with them onto… ...
Nominations open for 2025 Porirua Civic Awards (April 10, 2025) Porirua residents are being encouraged to nominate their local heroes, with nominations now open for the 2025 Porirua Civic Awards — the city’s highest honour… ...
Plimmerton Boating Club Celebrates 100 Years (April 3, 2025) Plimmerton Boating Club is inviting the community to celebrate its 100th birthday with a special centenary event on Sunday, April 6, from 2–5 pm. The… ...