One Rates Bill Becomes Two for Porirua Households
Porirua households will receive separate council and water bills from July 2026, ending the long-standing practice of a single annual rates invoice. The change follows […]
Articles by Tim Wilson
Man dies after Titahi Bay water incident
A man has died after being pulled unresponsive from the water at Titahi Bay on Sunday afternoon. Police were called to Bay Drive about 2.15pm […]
Wellington Police appeal for Witnesses after Bar Stabbing
A man is in hospital with serious injuries following a stabbing at a central Wellington bar early Saturday morning. Police were called to the Ace […]
Sushil’s Musclechef serves festive cheer at Over 70s luncheon
Porirua’s senior community came together at Te Rauparaha Arena for a heart-warming Over 70s Christmas Luncheon, with 180 guests treated to delicious food, music and […]
Savea Sweeps Top National Rugby Honours
Ardie Savea capped a milestone season by winning three major titles at the New Zealand Rugby Awards, recognised as Kelvin R Tremain Memorial Player of […]
Porirua Drivers, Expect Delays This Week with Road Closures and Lane Changes
Drivers in Porirua and across the Wellington region are being urged to plan ahead as roadworks continue on key state highways between 13 and 19 […]
Crash blocks Mount Victoria tunnel, causing major delays
A two car collision on State Highway 1 closed the Mount Victoria tunnel on Wednesday afternoon, creating significant delays for Wellington commuters, including those travelling […]
Combat Pest Control: Keeping Porirua Homes Pest Free This Summer
With warmer weather arriving, many Porirua households start noticing familiar signs of increased pest activity. Ant trails on benches, small clusters around window sills, spiders […]
Queens fall in thriller as Grand Final hopes end in Porirua
The Tokomanawa Queens have fallen just short of a return to the Tauihi Grand Final, losing 82–76 to the Tauranga Whai in a fiercely contested […]
Porirua families feel the pressure as Barnardos calls for Christmas support
With Christmas approaching, Barnardos Aotearoa is seeing growing demand from families in Porirua and is calling on the community to help keep tamariki safe during […]