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Civic Life

Practical updates and public information affecting daily life in Porirua.

A group of Greater Wellington representatives, mana whenua, community members and volunteers gather beside a newly planted native tree at Queen Elizabeth Park.

Millionth native tree planted in regional parks

July 24, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

One million native trees have now been planted across Greater Wellington regional parks through the council’s Recloaking Papatūānuku programme. The millionth tree was planted at […]

Russell Robinson, second from right, stands with four fellow billiards and snooker players beside a competition table.

Wellington sportsman Russ Robinson dies aged 80

July 22, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Well-known Wellington sportsman and billiards administrator Russell “Russ” Robinson has died aged 80. Russ died peacefully on June 18, 2026, one day after his 80th […]

Volunteers plant native trees on an Ōhāriu Valley hillside, with a close-up of one volunteer working among the seedlings.

Victoria University volunteers to plant 2,500 native trees

July 21, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

More than 180 volunteers will head to Ōhāriu Valley this week to plant 2,500 native trees as part of a long-term project restoring native forest […]

Three people stand together outside a wooden building, with two wearing matching patterned outfits and flower head garlands.

Wellington finalists announced for 2026 community awards

July 19, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Eighty-one Wellington City groups, organisations and community initiatives have been named finalists in the 2026 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. The awards recognise volunteers and […]

Wellington Phoenix women’s head coach Bev Priestman stands beside newly qualified Police patrol dog Phoenix FC on a lawn.

Six new Police dog teams graduate, Wellington-named Phoenix joins frontline

July 14, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Six new New Zealand Police dog teams have graduated from the Dog Training Centre in Trentham and are preparing to begin operational duties across the […]

A school lunch in a metal tray covered with thick grey mould.

School lunch failures raise concerns for Wellingtonians

July 11, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Serious problems with New Zealand’s revamped school lunch programme have raised concerns for Wellington schools and families relying on the scheme. An Auditor-General inquiry found […]

Alt text: All Blacks players perform the haka in black jerseys before a rugby match.

All Blacks & Matariki events to draw crowds to capital

July 10, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington is preparing for a busy Matariki long weekend, with a sold-out All Blacks test and major waterfront events expected to draw thousands of people […]

The Bucket Tree in Tawa, a large macrocarpa trimmed into the shape of an upturned bucket.

Tawa’s Bucket Tree Wins National Title

July 9, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Tawa’s iconic Bucket Tree has been named New Zealand Tree of the Year 2026. The tree won the national title after strong public support during […]

Large blue and yellow inflatable sea creature floating in an indoor swimming pool.

Wellington pools make waves these school holidays

July 9, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington families looking for a winter school holiday activity have plenty of pool options across the city. Wellington City Council’s community pools are offering a […]

NZPFU graphic showing firefighters working at a house fire, used with a story about the union cancelling its Wellington strike during severe weather.

Wellington firefighters strike called off as wild weather hits

July 8, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union has cancelled today’s nationwide strike as firefighters respond to severe weather events across the country. The one-hour strike was […]

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