








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… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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 ...
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 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,… ...
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… ...
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… ...
Porirua Mega Fun Carnival Returns to Takapuwahia Park (January 21, 2025) The highly anticipated Porirua Mega Fun Carnival is making its grand return this summer at Takapuwahia Park, Titahi Bay Road, Porirua. From Thursday, 23 January… ...
Porirua Arts Trail 2025: Showcasing Local Creativity (January 20, 2025) Porirua will transform into a hub of artistic expression on 8th and 9th March 2025, as local artists open their studios and exhibition spaces for… ...
Wellington Phoenix Show Out in Showstopper at Porirua Stadium (January 20, 2025) The Wellington Phoenix women's team delivered a thrilling comeback victory against the Newcastle Jets in an A-League match in Porirua. The match culminated with Manaia… ...
Courtenay Carnival: Wellington New Year’s Eve Celebration (December 28, 2024) Wellington is gearing up for a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration with the inaugural Courtenay Carnival. The event will take place on Tuesday, 31 December… ...
Titahi Bay Christmas Fair Brings Cheer to the Community (December 22, 2024) The Titahi Bay Christmas Fair delighted locals and visitors alike this Sunday at Kura Street Park. The five-hour family-friendly event drew a large crowd eager… ...
Porirua City Digital Library 24/7 (December 20, 2024) Welcome to the digital world of libraries that never close. With your Porirua Library card, and library PIN / PASSWORD, you can log in and… ...
Disco Fever Hits Porirua Tonight (December 20, 2024) Te Rauparaha Arena will transform into a vibrant hub of music, lights, and skating excitement tonight as Skatescool NZ hosts its inaugural Roller Disco. This… ...
Kiwi Fighter Navajo Stirling Set for Explosive UFC Debut Today (December 15, 2024) Kiwi fighter Navajo Stirling is ready to make waves in the UFC’s light heavyweight division as he prepares for his Octagon debut at UFC Fight… ...
Kirihimete in the City to Bring Festive Cheer (December 13, 2024) Porirua is gearing up for a magical afternoon of Christmas festivities at the annual Kirihimete in the City event on Sunday, 15 December. From 3:30… ...
Porirua’s ‘Native Loom’ Brings Block Printing Workshops to Life (November 8, 2024) A Porirua-based social enterprise, The Native Loom, founded by Darapureddy Sneha, is hosting a hands-on block printing workshop in collaboration with the Porirua Multicultural Council.… ...
Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake Shakes Lower North Island (January 28, 2025) An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 5.4 struck 17 km from Pahiatua at 11:26 pm on Tuesday night. The tremor was widely felt across… ...
Porirua at Risk of Wildfires (January 28, 2025) Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) has introduced a restricted fire season for the Porirua and Kāpiti Coast areas as of 8 am today, citing… ...
Porirua Arts Trail 2025: Showcasing Local Creativity (January 20, 2025) Porirua will transform into a hub of artistic expression on 8th and 9th March 2025, as local artists open their studios and exhibition spaces for… ...
Is This the End of Spicer Landfill’s Bad Smell? (January 15, 2025) A new tool at Porirua’s Spicer Landfill is aiming to put an end to the foul odours that have plagued nearby neighbourhoods for years. The… ...
Ngāti Toa – Massive Investment in School Land (January 6, 2025) Wellington iwi Ngāti Toa has secured over 80 hectares of land in the Hutt Valley, with the purchase of Crown land currently being occupied by… ...
New Year Honour for Whitby’s Graeme Blick (January 1, 2025) Whitby resident Graeme Blick has been awarded the prestigious CNZM (Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit) in the New Year’s Honours List for… ...
‘Deeply Disturbing’ Vandalism of Pou Whenua Along Abel Tasman Coast Track (December 26, 2024) The vandalism of several pou whenua along the Abel Tasman Coast Track has caused outrage among the local community, prompting an investigation by the Department… ...
Magnitude 7.3 Earthquake Near Vanuatu: No Tsunami Risk for Porirua (December 17, 2024) The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand following a magnitude 7.3 earthquake near Vanuatu at 2:47… ...
Porirua Residents Startled by Early Morning Tremor (December 15, 2024) Residents in Porirua were startled awake this Sunday morning as a shallow earthquake struck the region. The magnitude 3.9 quake, recorded at 6:33 a.m., occurred… ...
Porirua City Drives Sustainability with Electric Vehicles (December 12, 2024) Porirua City Council has taken a significant step towards reducing costs and emissions by integrating nine electric vehicles (EVs) into its fleet. Introduced in early… ...
Council Lays Down New Rules for Chickens, Cats, Bees and Beyond (December 5, 2024) Proposed updates to Porirua’s Keeping of Animals Bylaw could bring significant changes for residents with cats, bees, chickens, or other animals. The Porirua City Council… ...
Porirua Council Set to Clamp Down on Freedom Camping (November 28, 2024) Porirua City Council is reviewing freedom camping regulations and is inviting public feedback during a consultation period open until 10 February 2025. This initiative aims… ...
Another Fee Hike for Public Transport Users (November 26, 2024) Public transport users are set to face additional costs, with Metlink announcing a new 1.5 percent card processing fee for Snapper card top-ups made via… ...
Porirua Explores New Waste Solutions as Landfill Nears Capacity (November 26, 2024) The Porirua City Council is evaluating alternatives for managing waste disposal as Spicer Landfill approaches the end of its usable life, with a potential closure… ...
Whenua Tapu Cemetery Retains Prestigious Green Flag Status (November 20, 2024) Porirua's Whenua Tapu Cemetery has achieved Green Flag accreditation for the fourth consecutive year, highlighting its exceptional standards and welcoming environment. The award, granted by… ...
Historic Hikoi reaches Parliament to Protest Treaty Principles Bill (November 19, 2024) A massive hikoi, leaving Porirua this morning, marched through Wellington’s central business district today, culminating on Parliament grounds as thousands voiced their opposition to the… ...
Katha – Stories of Girmit Women, on Now at Pātaka (October 14, 2024) Katha – Stories of the Girmit Women of Fiji, an exhibition celebrating the lived experiences and history of Fijian Indian women, is being hosted at… ...
Quick Action Protects Water Supply (October 10, 2024) Urgent erosion protection work at Horokiri Stream in Battle Hill Farm Forest Park, initiated by Greater Wellington, has safeguarded the public water supply following heavy… ...
Councils Urged to form joint Regional Water Utility (October 7, 2024) Nine councils in the Wellington region, including the Horowhenua District Council, have received a report recommending the creation of a regional water company to tackle… ...
Strong 5.7 Earthquake hits Porirua and beyond (October 6, 2024) Official updates: From GNS Science (GeoNet) A magnitude 5.7 earthquake occurred 30 km west of Wellington, New Zealand at Sun Oct 6 2024 5:08 AM (NZDT).… ...