Acclaimed Māori artist Robyn Kahukiwa has died
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 […]
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South African Flavours on Show at Moederland Market Day in Kenepuru
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 […]
Nominations open for 2025 Porirua Civic Awards
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 […]
ASB Polyfest Celebrates 50 Years of Cultural Pride
The ASB Polyfest returns in full force this week, celebrating its 50th anniversary with record-breaking participation and deep cultural pride at the Manukau Sports Bowl […]
Grants Back Boxing, Podcasting and Culture to Empower Porirua Youth
Seven community initiatives have received funding from Porirua City Council’s Young People’s Fund, with programmes ranging from boxing to podcasting designed to uplift local tamariki […]
Lao New Year Festival to Bring Colour, Culture, and Community Spirit to Porirua
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 […]
Wellington Comes Alive for CubaDupa, Drawing Record Crowds
Clear skies, music, and community spirit fuel vibrant weekend in the capital. Wellington pulsed with life over the weekend as tens of thousands descended on […]
Pukerua Bay Artist Shares Inked Stories of Culture, Community and Growth
From Tāmoko beginnings on the East Coast to mentoring new artists in Kāpiti, local Artist Manawa sat down with Kyle for Porirua News, to share his […]
Māoriland Film Festival lights up Ōtaki with global indigenous stories
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 […]
Porirua Tech Star, Crowned Young New Zealander of the Year
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 […]
