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… ...
Take Back Your Health – by Yossarian Fay April 6, 2025 Take Back Your Health: reclaim your health and well-being without breaking the bank. That is the message in the latest book from Kāpiti’s Yossarian Fay.… ...
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… ...
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… ...
Elemental Eats in Kenepuru – Locally Roasted, Specialty Coffee March 27, 2025 At Elemental Eats, every cup of coffee starts with beans roasted locally in Moonshine Valley, Judgeford, by their family-run Elemental Coffee. This small-batch, specialty roast… ...
Parking Changes and New Road Rule Improve Access in Tawa March 27, 2025 Shoppers will have more time to browse and relax thanks to changes to parking restrictions along Main Road, approved by Wellington City Council. Nine previously… ...
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… ...
Fuel Espresso: Italian-Inspired Coffee, Roasted in Elsdon March 26, 2025 Fuel Espresso is deeply influenced by Northern Italian espresso culture, crafting lightly roasted blends that let the bean’s natural flavours shine. Their Classic Cuvée follows… ...
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,… ...
Council Stoush Erupts over Wellington Water Investigation March 23, 2025 A Porirua City Council meeting was cut short last Thursday after a heated exchange involving former deputy mayor Liz Kelly, who was ejected from the… ...Porirua Tech Star, Crowned Young New Zealander of the Year (March 21, 2025) Written by'Alakihihifo Vailala for Pacific Media Network From Cannons Creek to Forbes’ 30 Under 30, software engineer and Fibre Fale co-founder Namulau'ulu Nu’uali’i Eteroa Lafaele… ...
‘Aunty Gabe’ Rikihana gone at 98 (March 20, 2025) By Mishy Rikihana-Vieira Ōtaki lost one of its most remarkable citizens when Gabrielle Rikihana died peacefully aged 98 at her Waikanae home on March 2.… ...
Porirua Young Employee Awards Celebrate Rising Talent (March 20, 2025) Porirua’s future workforce was in the spotlight last night at the Porirua Young Employee Awards, an event hosted by Partners Porirua at Kai Tahi. The… ...
Autumn Gardening Tips for a Thriving Porirua Garden (March 19, 2025) As the crisp autumn air settles over Porirua, now is the perfect time to prepare your garden for the cooler months ahead. While summer’s heat… ...
Stolen War Medals Found in Porirua Op Shop (March 19, 2025) A set of stolen military medals, missing for over seven years, has been reunited with its owner after being spotted by chance outside a Rānui… ...
Have Your Say on the Future of Wellington’s Water Services (March 19, 2025) Residents across the Wellington region are being invited to have their say on the future of water services, with public consultation opening tomorrow, 20 March.… ...
Porirua’s Bothamley Park Reopens After Major Upgrade (March 18, 2025) Bothamley Park in Porirua has fully reopened following a two-year closure for a significant wastewater pipe upgrade. The project, part of the Government’s $1 billion… ...
Metlink Suggests Passengers Plan Ahead During Union Meeting (March 18, 2025) Wellington commuters may face disruptions on Wednesday, 19 March, as some bus services operated by Mana Newlands Coaches could be affected by a Tramways Union… ...
No sugar Banana Bread (March 18, 2025) Written by Nadia Lim Here’s a recipe from my cookbook Let’s eat! which has a ‘Not-too-naughty’ section featuring lots of healthier baking and dessert recipes,… ...
Property Owners Help Restore Porirua Harbour’s Health (March 18, 2025) A programme to identify and repair broken sewer pipes on private and public properties is making a significant impact on the health of Te Awarua-o-Porirua… ...
Councils Seek Public Feedback on Future of Water Services (March 14, 2025) Porirua City Council has approved consultation on a new model for delivering water services, seeking community input alongside its Annual Plan process. With aging infrastructure… ...
Friday Housie at the Porirua Club (March 13, 2025) Housie fans in Porirua can enjoy a lively session this Friday, 14 March, from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. With 20 games starting at noon,… ...
Porirua City to Consult on Rates Increase (March 13, 2025) Porirua residents will soon have their say on a proposed 6.75 per cent rates increase as part of the Porirua City Council’s Annual Plan 2025/26… ...
Water Outage Planned for Cleat Street and Surrounding Areas in Whitby (March 13, 2025) Residents in parts of Whitby will experience a temporary water shutdown on Thursday, March 13, due to infrastructure work connecting a new development to the… ...
Planned Water Outage on Warspite Avenue for Main Upgrade (March 13, 2025) Residents of Warspite Avenue in Cannons Creek will experience a temporary water shutdown on Thursday, March 13, as part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades. The outage,… ...
Fighting for Jobs, Schools, and Families (March 11, 2025) Column by Hon Barbara Edmonds, MP for Mana. We’re now another month into the year, and this National Government is still making life harder for… ...
Family Day Out as Phoenix secure Win at Porirua Park (March 10, 2025) The Wellington Phoenix women have reignited their A-League playoff hopes with a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Western Sydney Wanderers at Porirua Park. Late goals… ...
Why power prices are rising – and what power companies could do to help (March 10, 2025) Shanti Mathias Staff writer - The Spinoff For further investment in the national grid, everyone will have to pay more (Image: The Spinoff) Power bills… ...
Helping Our Kaumātua: A Fairer Way to Manage Rates (March 10, 2025) Column by Porirua City Councillor Geoff Hayward "A stitch in time saves nine," as the old saying goes, and sometimes, a little help with the… ...
Tawa Community Board Advocates for Local Interests (March 10, 2025) The Tawa Community Board is calling on residents to share their concerns and ideas as it continues to represent the interests of the community. The… ...