Tawa’s Amelia Kerr Named ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year
Tawa’s own Amelia Kerr has made history, becoming the first New Zealander—male or female—to be crowned the ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year. The 24-year-old […]
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Tawa College Girls’ Cricket Team Crowned National Champions
Tawa College’s girls’ cricket team made history in Christchurch, securing the title of New Zealand Secondary Schools Cricket Champions. The squad dominated the competition, winning […]
Mayor Anita Baker: “Time to Fix Our Water Services Once and For All”
Column by Porirua Mayor – Anita Baker You have no doubt seen media reports in recent days about Wellington Water and its shocking and costly […]
Wellington Chief Executive in Hot Water
Commerce Commission Investigates Wellington Water Over Procurement Practices. The Commerce Commission has launched an investigation into Wellington Water following damning reports that exposed skyrocketing costs […]
Porirua Grand Traverse Celebrates 20 Years of Adventure
One of the region’s most beloved multisport events, the Porirua Grand Traverse (PGT), is marking its 20th anniversary with record participation expected for this year’s […]
Discover Scottish Country Dancing in Tawa
Beginner-friendly Scottish Country Dancing classes are set to bring fun, fitness, and new friendships to Tawa this February. Hosted at the Tawa Baptist Church Hall, […]
Porirua Celebrates 60 Years as a City
Porirua is marking a major milestone this year, celebrating 60 years since officially becoming a city on October 2, 1965. Originally granted city status when […]
Porirua Residents Urged to Find Their Nearest Community Emergency Hub
Porirua residents are being encouraged to prepare for major emergencies by familiarising themselves with their nearest Community Emergency Hub—a place where neighbours can gather to […]
Porirua’s Postgate Park to Get Exciting New Bike Track
A new bike ‘pump’ track is set to transform an under-utilised section of Postgate Park in Whitby, providing a dynamic space for riders of all […]
Porirua Treatment Plant Issues Not Behind Beach Seaweed Increase
Recent seaweed build-up at Tītahi Bay is due to weather patterns rather than issues at the Porirua wastewater treatment plant, an environmental scientist has confirmed. […]