29th April 2025
Porirua Students Kick Off Workplace Internships with Council April 29, 2025 Twelve students from Porirua colleges have begun internships at Porirua City Council this week, gaining real-world experience through the Mahi Rangatahi programme, now in its… ...
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… ...
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… ...
Titahi Bay School Wins $150K Grant for New Covered Court April 28, 2025 Titahi Bay School has secured a $150,000 grant from the New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) to construct a Covered Outdoor Learning Area (COLA) canopy over… ...
Police Disrupt Illegal Street Gatherings in Porirua April 27, 2025 Police have successfully disrupted anti-social road activity for a second consecutive night, this time in Porirua, as part of Operation Kererū. Following similar tactics used… ...
Moana Pasifika Boost Finals Hopes with Strong Win Over Drua April 27, 2025 Moana Pasifika have stayed firmly in the Super Rugby Pacific finals race after a convincing 34-15 victory over the Fijian Drua at home on Saturday.… ...
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… ...
Police increase patrols after $32,000 damage and theft at Porirua schools April 24, 2025 Porirua Police and Māori Wardens are stepping up patrols following a spate of damage and theft incidents at schools in Porirua East, with repairs underway… ...
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… ...
Porirua House ‘Not Fit for Human Occupation’ April 24, 2025 Susan Edmunds for RNZ susan.edmunds@rnz.co.nz A landlord given until the end of March to fix a Porirua property described as "not fit for human occupation",… ...
NZCT Supports House of Grace Trust to Empower Young Mums April 23, 2025 New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) has granted $6,688 to the House of Grace Trust, ensuring essential support continues for young pregnant women in Porirua, helping… ...
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… ...
Police monitor Gang Convoy for Wellington Funeral April 22, 2025 Police are monitoring gang movements across the Wellington region today as a funeral procession makes its way from Moera (Lower Hutt) to Foxton. Inspector Wade… ...
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… ...
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… ...
Police Seek Driver after Wellington Hit-and-Run April 20, 2025 Police are appealing for public assistance after a hit-and-run incident in central Wellington on Saturday evening. Around 6:30pm on 19 April, a pedestrian was struck… ...
Metcalf kicks stunner, as Warriors Win in Extra-time Thriller April 19, 2025 The New Zealand Warriors triumphed in a extra-time 20–18 golden point victory over the Brisbane Broncos at Go Media Stadium this Saturday. Luke Metcalf nailed… ...
Titahi Bay Easter Fair Brings Joy to Porirua April 19, 2025 Porirua residents turned out in droves on Good Friday for the annual Titahi Bay Easter Fair, which moved this year to Te Rauparaha Park to… ...
Operation Kererū targets illegal car gatherings from Hutt Valley to Porirua April 19, 2025 A coordinated police operation targeting anti-social road users led to 21 vehicles being ordered off the road and nearly 80 infringement notices issued across Hutt… ...
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… ...
Porirua Residents Asked to Have Their Say on Future of Water Services and Rates April 15, 2025 Porirua City Council is calling on residents to have their say on two key issues that could shape the future of the city — the… ...
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… ...
Jimmy Heremaia sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder of Ariki Rigby April 11, 2025 Alexa Cook, Hawke's Bay and Tai Rāwhiti reporter. RNZ The man who murdered 18 year old Ariki Rigby in 2022 has been sentenced to life in… ...
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… ...
Porirua Whānau Allege ‘Cover-Up’ After Man’s Mysterious Death in Prison April 9, 2025 ⚠️ Content Warning: This story contains explicit details about sexual offending and prison death that may be distressing to some readers. Discretion is advised. A… ... Man Charged with Murder After Wellington Death April 9, 2025 A 23-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of 65-year-old Simon Bird at his home in Northland, Wellington. Mr Bird was found… ...
Porirua Jobs – PhotoCentre Operator, Harvey Norman April 9, 2025 Combine your customer service skills and photo editing experience in this PhotoCentre Operator position in our Porirua store, Computers department! This part-time role processes images… ...
Porirua’s Growing Population Spurs Urgent Focus on Public Transport Planning April 8, 2025 Higher urban density in the Greater Wellington region in the next 30 years will place increasing demands on regional transport. Porirua’s population alone is estimated… ...
Porirua Embraces Māori Flavours as Local Hāngī Hits Stores April 7, 2025 CJ Collier brings Māori kai to Wellington streets, with hot hāngī now in Porirua stores. When CJ Collier couldn’t find a hāngī to satisfy his… ...
Bomb Threats Prompt Evacuations at Wellington Court April 7, 2025 Courts in Wellington and Palmerston North were evacuated on this Monday morning after separate bomb threats prompted swift police responses and building clearances. The Wellington… ...
Plimmerton Boating Club Marks 100 years with Weekend of Celebration April 7, 2025 Plimmerton Boating Club celebrated its 100th anniversary this past weekend with a spirited community gathering, honouring a century of sailing, tradition, and local connection. Hundreds… ...
Cr Geoff Hayward – My Two Cents April 7, 2025 Column by Onepoto Cr - Geoff Hayward It’s an election year, so you are going to get your share of people pitching their case to… ...
New pipes, greener parks: Mayor highlights progress in Bothamley Park April 6, 2025 Porirua Mayor Anita Baker reflects on the recent reopening of Bothamley Park, highlighting the underground infrastructure upgrades supporting the city’s future. Column by Porirua Mayor,… ...
Residents Slam Porirua Council Over Pool Fee Hike Proposal April 5, 2025 Porirua City Council’s recent proposal to increase Cannons Creek Pool entry fees by 25 percent has triggered a wave of public backlash, with residents calling… ...
Crypto Outbreak Spreads to Porirua, Triggers Fresh Health Alert April 4, 2025 A parasitic stomach bug outbreak is spreading across the Wellington region, with Health New Zealand urging Porirua whānau, schools, and early childhood centres to take… ...
ASB Polyfest Celebrates 50 Years of Cultural Pride April 4, 2025 The ASB Polyfest returns in full force this week, celebrating its 50th anniversary with record-breaking participation and deep cultural pride at the Manukau Sports Bowl… ...
Porirua Prodigy Passes University Entrance Exam (April 4, 2025) Raymond Hsu aims high after acing the SAT Exam, and eyes tertiary future from New Zealand base. Raymond Hsu, a 9-year-old student from Porirua, has… ...
Police Launch Wellington Homicide Investigation (April 4, 2025) Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of Simon Bird, whose body was discovered outside a Northland property in Wellington on Tuesday morning.… ...
Grants Back Boxing, Podcasting and Culture to Empower Porirua Youth (April 3, 2025) Seven community initiatives have received funding from Porirua City Council’s Young People’s Fund, with programmes ranging from boxing to podcasting designed to uplift local tamariki… ...
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… ...
Porirua Gears up for an Action-Packed School Holidays (April 2, 2025) With Easter and the school holidays just around the corner, Porirua is bursting with activities to keep tamariki and whānau entertained—whether you're after adventure, creativity… ...
Bothamley Park Wastewater Upgrade Finished (April 2, 2025) More than 3km of old wastewater pipes in Bothamley Park have been replaced with larger, more resilient infrastructure, in a project aimed at protecting the… ...
Lao New Year Festival to Bring Colour, Culture, and Community Spirit to Porirua (March 31, 2025) Families across Porirua are invited to join the vibrant celebrations of Boun Pi Mai, the Lao New Year, on Saturday 5 April 2025 at Mungavin… ...
Mana College Secures Double Silver at National Volleyball Championships (March 31, 2025) Mana College is celebrating a double success after both its senior volleyball teams secured silver in their divisions at the 2025 New Zealand Secondary School… ...
New Kit Fuels Confidence for Porirua’s National Games Team (March 31, 2025) Special Olympics Porirua athletes will be stepping onto the field with renewed pride this year, thanks to a $6,420 grant from the New Zealand Community… ...
Wellington Comes Alive for CubaDupa, Drawing Record Crowds (March 31, 2025) Clear skies, music, and community spirit fuel vibrant weekend in the capital. Wellington pulsed with life over the weekend as tens of thousands descended on… ...
Supply Room – Brewing Excellence by the Water, One Cup at a Time (March 28, 2025) With stunning waterfront views and a reputation for top-notch coffee and food, Supply Room in Mana is a local favourite for breakfast, brunch, and everything… ...
Hurricanes face must-win clash against in-form Waratahs (March 28, 2025) Kick-off: 7:05pm, Friday 28 March – Sky Stadium, Wellington The Hurricanes return to Sky Stadium tonight under pressure to reignite their Super Rugby Pacific campaign,… ...
Becs Liua’ana Makes History as WRFU’s First Pasifika President (March 27, 2025) Rebecca ‘Becs’ Liua’ana made history last night, becoming the first woman and first Pacific Islander to be appointed President of the Wellington Rugby Football Union… ...
Pukerua Bay Artist Shares Inked Stories of Culture, Community and Growth (March 27, 2025) From Tāmoko beginnings on the East Coast to mentoring new artists in Kapiti, local Artist Manawa sat down with Kyle for Porirua News, to share his… ...
Māoriland Film Festival lights up Ōtaki with global indigenous stories (March 27, 2025) From this Wednesday through Sunday, Ōtaki will once again become the beating heart of indigenous cinema as the Māoriland Film Festival returns with over 130… ...
Explore Porirua’s Scenic Walking Trails (March 26, 2025) Porirua, with its diverse landscapes of coastlines, forests, and hills, offers a variety of walking trails suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Here are… ...
Porirua and Tawa Face Electorate Shake-Up Under Boundary Proposals (March 25, 2025) Major changes to Wellington’s electoral map could bring new political dynamics to Porirua and northern Wellington suburbs, as the Representation Commission proposes reshaping local electorates.… ...
Sushil’s Musclechef Kitchen and Café 🍽️📍 (March 25, 2025) A masterful blend of great coffee, delicious food, and a passion for fresh, wholesome ingredients. Sushil’s Musclechef Kitchen and Café is a must-visit dining spot… ...
Standing with Porirua: Greater Wellington Commits to Partnerships (March 24, 2025) Column by Daran Ponter, Chair of the Greater Wellington Regional Council By signing Te Wai Ora o Parirua – Porirua Harbour Accord, Greater Wellington Regional… ...
‘Go out and build’: Generous couple fund Wellington Charity Hospital (March 23, 2025) Written by Sapeer Mayron for The Post The powerhouse philanthropists behind the $100 million children’s hospital at Wellington Hospital, Sir Mark Dunajtschik and Dorothy Spotswood,… ...