Porirua is set to shine as we celebrate Matariki for 2025.
The night sky will twinkle once more inside Te Rauparaha Arena, with delicious hāngi, performances and interactive displays, while our harbourside has a beautiful light display planned.
After securing 4th place, the Hurricanes earned a trip to Canberra to face the Brumbies in the qualifying final on Saturday, 7 June, 9.35 pm at GIO Stadium.
The Hurricanes are back at Sky Stadium for a Round 16 clash against Moana Pasifika this Saturday, 7.05 PM. With the return of many familiar faces, and both sides having a lot to play for, a big crowd is expected in the capital.
A programme giving schools the opportunity to learn more about their local natural environment and the importance of healthy waterways is proving popular.
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 from across Porirua.
A programme giving schools the opportunity to learn more about their local natural environment and the importance of healthy waterways is proving popular.
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 from across Porirua.
There are plenty of exciting events in Porirua this year to celebrate Matariki, including star searching, excellent kai, light shows and planting. The nearby Harbourside Pathway will be transformed with a spectacular outdoor lighting display, fireside stories and buskers. It’s all happening between 6-9pm on 28-30 June, between Wi Neera Dr and Parumoana St.
