Rugby legacy inspires students at Wellington College
More than 280 students gathered at Wellington College last week to hear from former All Black and current Director of Rugby Neemia Tialata, as the […]
Education
Wellington Students test rocket skills, eggs survive landing
Students at Wellington College put their engineering skills to the test last month, launching homemade rockets carrying fragile cargo as part of a hands-on science […]
Ngāti Toa to open charter school Kura Toa
An iwi-led charter school backed by Ngāti Toa is set to open in Porirua in Term 3 next year, expanding kaupapa Māori education options in […]
Pātaka hosts dual Fred Graham exhibitions
Pātaka Art + Museum is hosting two significant exhibitions honouring the life and work of renowned Māori sculptor and carver Fred Graham, offering Porirua residents […]
Great Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua
Nine more local businesses are now supporting community news in Porirua after joining the Porirua News Business Directory, bringing together a mix of creative services, […]
Great Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua
A big welcome to nine more local businesses and organisations that are now part of the Porirua News Business Directory. Their support helps keep community […]
Rates capping could hit Porirua transport and flood protection
Critical services relied on by Porirua residents, including public transport and flood protection, could be compromised if the Government proceeds with its proposed rates capping […]
Waitangi weekend to fill Porirua with music and rugby
Porirua is set for a busy Waitangi weekend, with free whānau-focused celebrations on Waitangi Day followed by a pre-season Super Rugby clash at Jerry Collins […]
Porirua 10-year-old passes NCEA
A Porirua Year 6 student has passed NCEA and Cambridge exams years before most teenagers even begin sitting them. Raymond Hsu, 10, achieved Merit grades […]
Porirua-born Nathaniel Salmon accepts US college offer
Porirua-born athlete Nathaniel Salmon has accepted an offer to play college American football for the Washington State Cougars, following an unusual journey that has taken […]
