Verb Readers & Writers Festival returns to Wellington July 23, 2026 Verb Readers & Writers Festival will return to Wellington from September 25 to 27, bringing more than 20 events and over 50 writers and artists… …
Wellington College pupils bound for Edinburgh Fringe July 21, 2026 Eleven Wellington College pupils will perform at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August, presenting an original production developed through months of rehearsal and creative collaboration.… …
Wellington finalists announced for 2026 community awards July 19, 2026 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… …
School lunch failures raise concerns for Wellingtonians July 11, 2026 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… …
Wellington pools make waves these school holidays July 9, 2026 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… …
Taiawa Tech Hub delivers $14.4m Wellington boost July 5, 2026 Taiawa Tech Hub has delivered a $14.4 million boost to Wellington’s regional economy and supported 148 jobs in its second year, according to independent analysis… …
Wellington central library hits half a million visits July 3, 2026 Wellington’s reopened central library, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, has reached half a million visits since reopening in March, bringing more people into the… …
Matariki Ahi Kā returns to Wellington Waterfront July 2, 2026 Matariki Ahi Kā will return to the Wellington Waterfront from Thursday 9 July to Sunday 12 July. The Wellington City Council event will run from… …
Weavers of Te Ataarangi opens at Thistle Hall June 29, 2026 A special Matariki exhibition honouring five decades of te reo Māori revitalisation has opened at Thistle Hall. Weavers of Te Ataarangi features work by current… …
Wellington-born 11-year-old signs with Paris FC June 24, 2026 A Wellington-born footballer of Samoan heritage has been signed by Paris FC, opening a pathway towards professional football in France. Aquila Peleseuma, 11, is the… …
Author to sign copies of new crime and justice book in Karori June 18, 2026 Readers will have the chance to meet journalist and author Asher Emanuel when he visits Marsden Books in Karori later this month to sign copies… …
Central library wins three architecture awards June 14, 2026 Wellington’s central library, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, has won three honours at the 2026 Wellington Regional Architecture Awards, taking out the Heritage and… …
Active winter events keep Wellington moving June 5, 2026 Wellington families, swimmers and cyclists have a busy month ahead, with low-cost recreation events, guided rides and school holiday activities running across the city in… …
Waenga opens new Wellington arts venue May 31, 2026 A new theatre production exploring power, justice and civic participation will open Wellington City Council's new central-city arts space next month before embarking on a… …
Victoria University elevates Kiwi climate ideas May 20, 2026 Six New Zealand climate solutions have been nominated by Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington, for the 2026 Earthshot Prize, recognising local work to… …
Metlink raises fares, cuts off-peak discount May 18, 2026 Wellington public transport passengers are paying higher fares after Metlink increased prices by 3.1 percent on Friday, May 15. The off-peak Snapper fare discount has… …
Wellington College students strengthen German ties May 12, 2026 Wellington College students are building international connections through a long-running exchange programme with Germany. Last week, Year 10 and 11 German students attended a cultural… …
Wellington old boy wins Sydney scholarship May 8, 2026 A Wellington College old boy is settling into life in Sydney after receiving a scholarship that opens a pathway to international study and industry experience.… …
Wellington to welcome Ngāti Toa charter school Kura Toa April 19, 2026 An iwi-led charter school backed by Ngāti Toa Rangatira is set to open in the Wellington region in Term 3, 2026, aiming to expand kaupapa… …
Romeo and Juliet takes centre stage in Wellington April 13, 2026 A classic love story will be brought to life through music when the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra performs Romeo and Juliet in Wellington this winter.… …
Wellington hosts WOW return, tickets on sale April 13, 2026 Tickets for the 2026 World of WearableArt show have gone on sale, with the event set to return to Wellington this spring. The show, titled… …Wellington turns out for library reopening (April 13, 2026) Wellington Central Library has reopened, bringing large crowds back to the city’s main library for the first time since 2019. The central library reopened over… ...
Wellington Students clean cathedral, serve wider community (April 11, 2026) Students from St Patrick's College, Wellington spent their weekend giving back to the community, carrying out a large-scale clean-up at Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred… ...
St Patrick’s College jazz band wins gold award (April 11, 2026) A student jazz group from St Patrick's College, Wellington has taken out a top honour at a national competition, earning praise from judges for their… ...
Rugby legacy inspires students at Wellington College (April 11, 2026) 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… ...
Wellington Students test rocket skills, eggs survive landing (April 11, 2026) 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 (March 24, 2026) 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 (February 24, 2026) 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 (February 18, 2026) 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 (February 11, 2026) 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 (February 7, 2026) 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 (January 23, 2026) 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 (January 20, 2026) 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 (January 14, 2026) 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… ...
Titahi Bay juniors stand out at Wellington meet (January 4, 2026) Young athletes from Titahi Bay delivered an impressive set of performances at a Pre-Colgate Games mini meet held at Newtown Park Stadium in Wellington, finishing… ...
Porirua City Brass backs young musicians (December 24, 2025) Porirua City Brass is performing alongside young local musicians this week, giving members of the Porirua Youth Band a chance to play in front of… ...
Porirua doctor builds following inspiring future surgeons (December 21, 2025) A Porirua-raised Māori-Pasifika doctor is using social media to inspire young people to see a future for themselves in medicine and surgery. Dr Kyla Matenga,… ...
Council allocates grants for Waste Reduction and Youth Initiatives (December 20, 2025) More than $100,000 in waste minimisation grants and $36,000 from the Young People’s Fund have been approved by Porirua City Council, supporting projects aimed at… ...
Council Christmas hours set for libraries, pools and rubbish collection (December 17, 2025) Porirua libraries and council services will operate on reduced hours over the Christmas and New Year period, with most facilities closing from Christmas Day and… ...
Porirua families feel the pressure as Barnardos calls for Christmas support (December 9, 2025) 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… ...
Final Funds from Derek Wootton Trust Support Porirua Youth (November 27, 2025) The Derek Wootton Memorial Trust has made its final act of generosity by donating its remaining funds to a cause close to its mission. Established… ...
