Kāpiti Coast news
Future of Wairaka Park Building in Pukerua Bay Up for Public Debate February 20, 2025 The fate of the old Plunket building at Wairaka Park in Pukerua Bay will be decided in the coming months, as Porirua City Council opens… ...
Wellington Man Jailed for Fatal Coward-Punch Killing February 20, 2025 Wellington Coward Punch Killing: Siale Siale Jailed for Manslaughter of Hutt Valley Man Luke Smith. A Wellington man has been sentenced to two years and… ...
Signing of Porirua Harbour Accord February 19, 2025 A significant milestone in the journey to restore and protect the health of Te Awarua-o-Porirua (Porirua Harbour) was marked on 6 February with the official… ...
Welcoming 2025: A Year of Challenges and Advocacy for Mana February 19, 2025 As the year is well and truly underway, I’d like to welcome you all into 2025! As always, my office isopen, and my team is… ...
Children’s Day in Porirua Celebrating all things Heroic February 19, 2025 Children’s Day in Porirua is back. On Sunday, 2 March, at Ngāti Toa Domain, from 11am–3pm. Te Rā o Ngā Tamariki/Children’s Day in Porirua is… ...
Hospital rejecting Porirua patients based on BMI February 18, 2025 Rachel Thomas for The Post A group of Porirua GPs are sounding alarm bells after patients with body mass indexes (BMI) of more than 35… ...
‘It was an evil, evil place’: How a refuge for the mentally ill became a nightmare February 18, 2025 Porirua Lunatic Asylum was designed to give the mentally ill a refuge from the cruel world, a place providing fresh air and moral guidance on… ...
New Water Reforms on the Razor’s Edge February 16, 2025 Column by Porirua City Councillor Geoff Hayward I have been struggling to figure out how to start this column off: I’ve written and talked about… ...
Wellington Drug Supplier Has $340,000 in Assets Seized, Faces $2.5M Forfeiture February 15, 2025 A Wellington-based drug supplier has had nearly $340,000 in assets confiscated, including a 42-foot yacht and high-end artwork, following a long-running police investigation. The High… ...
Tiana Jaber called up to Lebanon Squad February 14, 2025 Wellington Phoenix defender Tiana Jaber is set to represent Lebanon in an upcoming four-nation tournament in Kathmandu, Nepal, during the international window. Jaber, who earned… ...
Former Mana National List MP says Treaty Principles Bill ‘Irretrievably Flawed’ February 14, 2025 Lillian Hanly, Political reporter for RNZ Former National Minister Hekia Parata said the Treaty Principles Bill is "unreliable and unnecessary," recommending the Justice Select Committee report… ...
Porirua Residents Face Tougher Times as Economic Growth Slows February 14, 2025 Porirua residents, like all New Zealanders, are facing a tougher financial future as the country’s economy struggles to meet earlier growth expectations. On average, each… ...
Aniva Residency Offers Creative Space for Pacific Artists February 13, 2025 Porirua’s Pātaka Art + Museum, in partnership with Creative New Zealand, is seeking applications for the 2025 Aniva Artist in Residency programme, a unique opportunity… ...
New ‘Hail and Ride’ Bus Service Coming to Tawa February 13, 2025 A new fixed-route ‘hail and ride’ bus service, Route 59, will launch in Tawa on Monday, 24 February, replacing the Metlink On Demand trial. The… ...
Learn to Dive in Porirua February 13, 2025 NZ Sea Adventures is offering PADI Open Water Diver courses in Porirua, providing an opportunity to gain an internationally recognised scuba diving certification. The course… ...
Wellington Phoenix Land Portuguese Playmaker Geraldes February 13, 2025 Wellington Phoenix have a rival player to thank for their latest visa signing, with Auckland FC defender Nando Pijnaker playing a key role in convincing… ...
Porirua East Taiao Festival February 13, 2025 The Porirua East Taiao Festival will take place on Saturday, 15 February 2025, offering a day of community, conservation, and outdoor activities across Cannons Creek… ...
Stolen Boat Alert: “Utopia” Missing from Wellington February 13, 2025 A 6-metre Kiwi-Kraft aluminium boat named "Utopia" has been reported stolen from Wellington on 1st February 2025. Authorities are seeking information from the public to… ...Mana College Enforces ‘Phones Away for the Day’ Policy (February 10, 2025) Mana College has implemented a strict no-cell-phone policy, aligning with a government mandate to create distraction-free learning environments and tackle issues like online bullying. The… ...
Porirua’s Deb Lynch Wins Coast to Coast (February 9, 2025) Porirua athlete Deb Lynch has etched her name into the history books, winning the elite women’s Kathmandu Coast to Coast Longest Day title in her… ...
Hurricanes Defeat Blues in Final Pre-Season Match (February 7, 2025) The Hurricanes wrapped up their Super Rugby Pacific pre-season campaign with a commanding 31-19 win over the Blues at William Jones Park in Wainuiomata on… ...
Search for Missing Jet Skier Continues in Cook Strait (February 7, 2025) A large-scale search effort is underway for a missing jet skier who departed Queen Charlotte Sound on Monday morning but never reached the Kapiti Coast… ...
Women’s Phoenix back at Porirua Park (February 7, 2025) Buy Tickets Here: https://wellingtonphoenix.flicket.co.nz/events/6bd3e862-7fdd-4595-af14-ba064eeef7bb/reservation ...
Improve Your Ride: Motorcycle Workshops with Dave Moss (February 7, 2025) Motorcycle riders in Porirua have a unique opportunity this month to learn from world-renowned tuning and suspension expert Dave Moss. Moss, who has spent nearly… ...
Firearms and Ammunition Seized After Porirua Traffic Stop (February 7, 2025) A 34-year-old man is facing multiple charges after police discovered two firearms and shotgun ammunition following a traffic stop in Cannons Creek. The arrest took… ...
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Kai Tahi (February 7, 2025) Porirua is set to welcome the Lunar New Year with a vibrant celebration at Kai Tahi, located at 20 Parumoana Street, on Saturday, 8 February… ...
Porirua’s Deborah Lynch Eyes Podium at Coast to Coast (February 6, 2025) Preparing for the Kathmandu Coast to Coast is no small feat, but for Deborah Lynch, it’s been an even bigger challenge this year. The multisport… ...
Porirua Celebrates Waitangi Day with Unity, Music, and Kai (February 6, 2025) Porirua came alive today as tens of thousands gathered at Te Rauparaha Park and Arena to celebrate Waitangi Day, enjoying a vibrant display of culture,… ...
Tākina Named Runner-Up in International Architecture Awards (February 5, 2025) Tākina Wellington Convention & Exhibition Centre has been internationally recognised, securing second place in the World-Architects ‘Building of the Year’ awards. The only New Zealand… ...
Porirua Expecting Record Numbers for Waitangi Day Celebration (February 5, 2025) Porirua is gearing up for another exciting Waitangi Day celebration at Te Rauparaha Park on Thursday, 6 February, from midday to 5 pm. The event… ...
Jetski Found in Search for Man trying to Cross Cook Strait (February 4, 2025) A jetski believed to belong to a missing man has been found in Cook Strait. The man vanished after setting out to cross the strait… ...
Wellington Pasifika Festival This Weekend (February 4, 2025) Wellington’s Pasifika Festival will return on Saturday, 8 February 2025, bringing a vibrant showcase of Pacific culture, music, food, and art to Waitangi Park. The… ...
Waitangi Day in Porirua to Feature Music, Kai, and Waka Tours (February 2, 2025) Te Rauparaha Park will once again host one of the largest Waitangi Day celebrations in Aotearoa New Zealand, as Porirua City partners with mana whenua… ...
Free Surfing Sessions for Porirua Rangatahi (January 30, 2025) Te Paepae Ārahi is offering an exciting opportunity for Porirua rangatahi aged 12-24 to experience free hauora (well-being) surf sessions this summer. These sessions, available… ...
Exploring Porirua’s Wetlands: A Natural Treasure (January 30, 2025) Porirua’s wetlands play a vital role in protecting the environment, and they are open for all to explore. February 2 marks World Wetlands Day, a… ...
Fire in Whitby Hills (January 30, 2025) Reported by RNZ 4:16 pm on 29 January 2025 A vegetation fire in Spinnaker Reserve in Whitby. Photo: RNZ / Reece Baker Fire and Emergency says a… ...
New Tumuaki Appointed to Te Wānanga o Raukawa (January 29, 2025) Professor Meihana Durie as been appointed as the new tumuaki (chief executive) at Te Wānanga o Raukawa. Meihana takes over from Mereana Selby, effective from… ...
Lower North Island Earthquake Likely a 2014 Aftershock, Scientist Says (January 29, 2025) A powerful 5.3 magnitude earthquake that struck the lower North Island on Tuesday night was likely an aftershock of a 2014 quake in the same… ...