Porirua Welcomes Bislama to Pacific Language Weeks in 2025
Porirua is set to celebrate the Pacific even more vibrantly in 2025, with Bislama, Vanuatu’s official language, joining the roster of Pacific Language Weeks recognised […]
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Porirua Business Directory Launches with 36 Local Businesses
In a major boost to local enterprise, Porirua News has launched the Porirua Business Directory — a powerful new platform connecting residents directly with 36 […]
Mana College Wins U17 Women’s Wellington Champs
Mana College triumphed at the U17 Women’s Wellington Inter-College Champs, held at Ākau Tangi Sports Centre, securing the top spot in a showcase of youth […]
Rose’s Story Deserves to Be Honoured – Column by Cr Geoff Hayward
I want to start by talking about two amazing women: Rose and Maureen. In 1926, the late Rose Matthews became Porirua’s first registered maternity nurse. […]
Porirua’s Dr Taku Parai Honoured for Lifetime Service
Dr Taku Parai, a respected kaumātua of Ngāti Toa Rangatira and longstanding advocate for Māori development in Porirua, has been appointed an Officer of the […]
Girl Guides Clean Up Porirua Harbour
Thirty Girl Guides from Porirua proved their commitment to community and environment this week by cleaning up the Porirua Harbour in a joint effort with […]
Porirua Students Kick Off Workplace Internships with Council
Twelve students from Porirua colleges have begun internships at Porirua City Council this week, gaining real-world experience through the Mahi Rangatahi programme, now in its […]
Porirua Unites to Honour ANZAC Day Across the City
Porirua residents gathered across the city on 25 April to commemorate ANZAC Day, paying tribute to the generations of New Zealanders and Australians who served […]
Titahi Bay School Wins $150K Grant for New Covered Court
Titahi Bay School has secured a $150,000 grant from the New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) to construct a Covered Outdoor Learning Area (COLA) canopy over […]
Police increase patrols after $32,000 damage and theft at Porirua schools
Porirua Police and Māori Wardens are stepping up patrols following a spate of damage and theft incidents at schools in Porirua East, with repairs underway […]
