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Porirua's BizFest Announces Two Outstanding Speakers
Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 12:16 pm | Porirua City Council
Topics of discussion on the day will include what’s on the economic horizon, how business leaders are navigating uncertain times in the business world, and what are the key ingredients for innovation and success now and into the future. More >>
Porirua City Council To Launch Pilot Waste Minimisation Grant Scheme
Thursday, 29 May 2025, 8:37 pm | Porirua City Council
Starting in the 2025/26 financial year, part of the funds received by Porirua City Council from the Waste Levy Subsidy will be used to provide community grants to groups with projects that will encourage reuse, repurposing and recycling capacity in the ... More >>
Porirua Residents To Be Asked Their Thoughts On Amalgamation
Thursday, 29 May 2025, 9:56 am | Porirua City Council
Mayor Anita Baker put a report to the full Council today, seeking approval to add a non-binding referendum question to this year’s voting documents. More >>
Streamside Education A Hit With Porirua Schools
Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 10:26 am | Porirua City Council
The Streamside Education programme, run by Porirua City Council Parks Education Advisor Natalie Packer, is flexible and can support what students are learning in the classroom. Since launching the programme in 2023, Natalie has worked with students of all ages ... More >>
Love Local Returns To Porirua On 7 June
Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 10:38 am | Porirua City Council
With more than 120 stalls, there will be something for everyone. Love food? Head on down for delicious breads, yummy cupcakes, crafted beers, and specialty foods with flavours from the Pacific to the Mediterranean. More >>
Porirua Careers Expo A Huge Hit
Thursday, 15 May 2025, 7:08 pm | Porirua City Council
Porirua Mayor Anita Baker said the serious side of the expo - opening doors and inspiring young people - was offset by a fun atmosphere with MC Nate Lopa and the Cook Island drummers, along with attendees having the opportunity to win one of either $500 Prezzy ... More >>
Free Youth Events In Porirua
Wednesday, 14 May 2025, 12:43 pm | Porirua City Council
This year the nationwide theme of Youth Week is ‘Take Our Place - Whai Wāhitanga’. The theme was chosen by Aotearoa young people and those who work with young people. More >>
Many Hands Help Porirua Planting Work
Wednesday, 14 May 2025, 11:54 am | Porirua City Council
This year the aim is to get 165,000 more plants in the ground to help filter sediment running into our waterways and encourage biodiversity in the wetland environment. More >>
Stellar Lineup Of Speakers For Porirua’s BizFest
Monday, 12 May 2025, 8:34 pm | Porirua City Council
Run jointly by Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira and Porirua City Council, BizFest 2025: Kōpū i te pae - Light up the Horizon celebrates the courage of those who seek new business opportunities, the wisdom of those who navigate uncertain times, and the ... More >>
Porirua City Council Seeks Families Of Unmarked Graves Of Porirua Hospital Patients
Wednesday, 7 May 2025, 3:11 pm | Porirua City Council
The Porirua Lunatic Asylum, later Porirua Hospital, opened in 1887. At its height, in the 1960s, it had more than 2,000 patients and staff and covered 1,000 acres of land, making it one of the largest hospitals in the country. More >>
Pacific Language Weeks Has New Addition For 2025
Tuesday, 6 May 2025, 11:46 am | Porirua City Council
Language weeks are important to our city as they highlight the diversity, language, heritage and identity of our many Pacific communities. More >>
Minor Changes Proposed To Porirua Bylaws And Policies Involved In Collective Review
Thursday, 1 May 2025, 11:25 am | Porirua City Council
Four bylaws and two policies are being reviewed, with only minor changes proposed as Council believes they are working as intended. More >>
Local Student Interns Welcomed At Porirua City
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 2:23 pm | Porirua City Council
More schools are now involved with the programme, with a student from Te Kura Māori o Porirua joining Mahi Rangatahi for the first time. Students from Mana and Aotea colleges are also getting a taste of the workplace. More >>
Waitangirua Link Road Reopens With New Speed Limit
Tuesday, 22 April 2025, 9:19 am | Porirua City Council
A decision was made to close one lane rather than use stop/go or traffic light traffic management, as it will mean the work can be completed more quickly and will cost less. More >>
Have Your Say On Water And Rates
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 10:57 am | Porirua City Council
Porirua City Council is working with Hutt City, Upper Hutt City, Wellington City and Greater Wellington Regional Council and with mana whenua partners to find the best solution for water services. More >>
Nominations Open For Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 8:53 am | Porirua City Council
Porirua Mayor Anita Baker says the awards are a great way to recognise community groups and organisation volunteers who make a valuable contribution to our city. More >>
Secure Your Spot At Love Local 2025
Monday, 14 April 2025, 11:40 am | Porirua City Council
Vendors of all types are welcome at the event - selling things from food, crafts, books, jewellery, clothing, and services. Local community groups and organisations are also welcome to have a stall. More >>
Porirua Careers Expo Returns For 2025
Friday, 11 April 2025, 10:23 am | Porirua City Council
The free event will run from 9.30am-4.30pm on Tuesday 13 May and provides an opportunity for young people and job seekers to connect with industry professionals and education providers, network with peers and kickstart their career journey. More >>
Nominations Now Open For 2025 Porirua Civic Awards
Thursday, 10 April 2025, 11:35 am | Porirua City Council
Porirua Mayor Anita Baker says volunteers are at the heart of our community with many working tirelessly behind the scenes on a wide range of activities. More >>
Young People’s Fund Grant Recipients Aim To Empower Porirua Youth
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 2:49 pm | Porirua City Council
The Cannons Creek Youth Charitable Trust will use the funding to provide their boxing programmes to local students aged 9-19 at no cost. Those involved in the charity say the programme will be "life changing" for participants. More >>
