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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.… ...
South African Flavours on Show at Moederland Market Day in Kenepuru April 11, 2025 Locals looking for a taste of South Africa are invited to Moederland’s Market Day this Sunday, 13 April, from 11 AM to 4 PM at… ...
Porirua Careers Expo returns, Bigger and Better for 2025 April 11, 2025 Porirua’s popular Careers Expo is back for 2025, bringing even more opportunities for job seekers and students to connect with industry professionals and education providers.… ...
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 Celebrates 100 Years April 3, 2025 Plimmerton Boating Club is inviting the community to celebrate its 100th birthday with a special centenary event on Sunday, April 6, from 2–5 pm. The… ...

Porirua Gears up for an Action-Packed School Holidays April 2, 2025 With Easter and the school holidays just around the corner, Porirua is bursting with activities to keep tamariki and whānau entertained—whether you're after adventure, creativity… ...
Lao New Year Festival to Bring Colour, Culture, and Community Spirit to Porirua March 31, 2025 Families across Porirua are invited to join the vibrant celebrations of Boun Pi Mai, the Lao New Year, on Saturday 5 April 2025 at Mungavin… ...
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… ...
CubaDupa Returns, set to Transform Pōneke Streets with Vibrant Festivities (March 27, 2025) Autumn’s arrival won’t dim the excitement as CubaDupa returns to Wellington this weekend, turning Cuba Street and its surrounds into a buzzing hub of music,… ...
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 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… ...
Finnegan Tui Returns (March 16, 2025) New Zealand born Finnegan Tui (Bognuda) returns to the shores of Aotearoa for one intimate solo show at the RSC in Raumati South. Finnegan starting… ...
Win a Double Pass to the Wellington Saints Season Opener (March 13, 2025) The Mills Albert Wellington Saints take on the Taranaki Airs this Sunday, 16th March, at TSB Arena, and you could be there for free. To… ...
Norths Take on Tawa in Pre-Season Clash (March 13, 2025) Northern United Rugby Football Club kicks off its pre-season campaign with a highly anticipated match against Tawa RFC this Saturday 15 March, 11:00 AM at… ...
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,… ...
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… ...
Porirua Harbourside Market: A Sunday Tradition at Kai Tāhi (March 7, 2025) Every Sunday, Porirua’s waterfront comes alive with the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavours of the Porirua Harbourside Market. Running from 11 AM to 4 PM… ...
Sister City Cup Kicks Off at Porirua Park (March 7, 2025) Porirua Park is set to host the highly anticipated sixth Sister City Cup this Sunday, as Wellington Phoenix takes on Western Sydney Wanderers in a… ...
Porirua Grand Traverse Celebrates 20 Years of Adventure (March 5, 2025) 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 (March 5, 2025) 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 (March 5, 2025) 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 Celebrates International Women’s Day with Inspiring Speaker (March 3, 2025) Porirua City Council and the Porirua Chamber of Commerce are set to celebrate International Women’s Day with a special event featuring Fran Scholey, Chief Executive… ...
Explore Porirua’s Green Spaces for Parks Week (March 3, 2025) Spending time in nature has proven benefits for mental and physical well-being, and Porirua residents have access to more than 180 parks and reserves to… ...
Metlink provide extra public transport for Hurricanes vs Blues (February 28, 2025) Extra capacity on Metlink train services and larger buses will be running for the upcoming Hurricanes vs Blues game at Sky Stadium (Wellington) Saturday March… ...
The Girmit (February 28, 2025) Pātaka Art + Museum, Porirua | Friday, 28 February 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM An immersive and moving theatrical experience, The Girmit, is… ...
Public Meeting in Porirua to Address State of New Zealand’s Health System (February 24, 2025) A public meeting on the state of New Zealand’s health system will be held in Porirua on Tuesday, 4 March 2025, providing residents with an… ...
Free Marketing & Sales Workshop for Builders (February 24, 2025) A free workshop designed to help residential builders improve their marketing and sales strategies is coming to the Lower Hutt Events Centre on Wednesday, 12… ...
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… ...