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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 marks ANZAC day with citywide services April 22, 2025 Porirua residents are invited to unite in remembrance this Anzac Day, with several services scheduled across the city on Friday, 25 April. The commemorations offer… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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 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… ...
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… ...
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… ...