Tag: porirua
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Porirua Opens New Facility to Boost Recycling and Cut Construction Waste
A new $5.3 million construction and demolition waste processing facility has opened in Porirua, supported by government funding. It aims to boost recycling and reduce landfill waste across the Wellington region, fostering a more sustainable construction sector.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentEconomySocial Issues PoriruaConstruction and Demolition WasteWaste Minimisation FundNicola GriggWellington RegionRecyclingNew Zealand Government
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Wing 395 Graduates 67 New Police Officers in Porirua
New Zealand Police Wing 395 will see 67 recruits graduate in Porirua, including a diverse group from various backgrounds and a notable rugby player, with Wing Patron Heniaka August QSM honored for her community service.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentSportEducationSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborMilitary New Zealand PolicePolice GraduationHeniaka August QSMPoriruaCommunity ServiceTominiko Maiava
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Disqualified Driver Apprehended on Church Roof After Porirua Police Chase
A disqualified driver, fleeing police in a stolen car, was cornered on a Porirua church roof by police dogs and a drone. He faces charges after the overnight pursuit.
Law EnforcementAustralasiaTransportationLegal Police pursuitPoriruaStolen vehicleDisqualified drivingPolice dogsDroneArrestNew Zealand Police
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49 New Police Officers Graduate in Porirua
Forty-nine new police constables have graduated from the Royal New Zealand Police College in Porirua, with many heading to Tāmaki Makaurau and other districts.
Politics and GovernmentLaw Enforcement PoliceGraduationPoriruaConstableRoyal New Zealand Police CollegeAucklandNew Zealand Police
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89 New Police Officers Graduate, Deployed Across New Zealand
Wing 392 of 89 new police constables graduated today, with officers being deployed to districts across New Zealand starting February 16, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentLaw Enforcement Police GraduationNew Zealand PoliceConstable DeploymentPoriruaBay of PlentyCommunity Safety
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New Zealand Police 391 Recruit Wing Graduation Ceremony
The New Zealand Police will celebrate the graduation of the 391 Recruit Wing. The ceremony will feature Police Commissioner Richard Chambers, Hon Mark Mitchell, and Wing Patron Louisa Wall.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementAustralasiaGeneral Politics New Zealand Police391 Recruit WingGraduation CeremonyRichard ChambersMark MitchellLouisa WallPorirua
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Seventy-Seven New Police Officers to Graduate This Week
The New Zealand Police will welcome 77 new officers at the 388 Recruit Wing graduation. The ceremony will feature Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and former Deputy Police Commissioner Wally Haumaha.
Law EnforcementMediaSocial Issues New Zealand PolicegraduationWally HaumahaRichard ChambersHayden McNultyPorirua
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Public Tip-Off Leads to Recovery of Stolen Tobacco in Tītahi Bay
Prompt action by community members in Tītahi Bay led to the arrest of three individuals and the recovery of $12,000 worth of stolen tobacco products after a burglary at a local store.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Tītahi BayBurglaryStolen TobaccoArrestPoriruaYouth CourtNew Zealand Police
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New Zealand Police to Welcome 83 New Officers at Wing Graduation
The New Zealand Police will welcome 83 new officers at the 387 Jude Simpson MNZM recruit wing graduation. The ceremony will include a minute’s silence for two Victoria Police officers killed in the line of duty.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia New Zealand PoliceRichard ChambersJude SimpsonVictoria PolicegraduationPorirua
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Eighty-Seven New Police Officers Join New Zealand Force
Eighty-seven new police officers graduated, including former call takers and overseas-born recruits. Kaha Bluegum and Leo Wynyard Winiata were top award winners. The constables will start duties on August 11, 2025.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSportAustralasiaState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEducation New Zealand PolicegraduationRoyal New Zealand Police CollegeKaha BluegumLeo Wynyard WiniataPorirua
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Porirua Launches Resilience to Organised Crime in Communities Programme
Porirua launches the Resilience to Organised Crime in Communities (ROCC) programme, a community-led initiative to address the root causes of organised crime and support lasting change for families.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLaw Enforcement PoriruaROCCorganised crimeCasey CostelloTe Rūnanga o Toa RangatiramethamphetaminecommunityNew Zealand Police
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Police Investigate Sexual Assault on Rangituhi/Colonial Knob Walking Track
Police are investigating a sexual assault on a woman on the Rangituhi/Colonial Knob walking track. They are seeking information from anyone who was in the area on June 18.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal sexual assaultRangituhi/Colonial KnobPoriruaPete MiddlemissRaiha StreetNew Zealand Policeinvestigation
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Police Investigate Sexual Assault on Rangituhi/Colonial Knob Walking Track
Police are investigating a sexual assault on the Rangituhi/Colonial Knob walking track. They are seeking information from anyone who was in the Raiha Street carpark area on June 18 between 3pm and 4.30pm.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal sexual assaultRangituhi/Colonial KnobPoriruaPete MiddlemissRaiha StreetNew Zealand Policeinvestigation
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67 New Police Officers Join New Zealand's 'Blue Family'
Sixty-seven new constables graduated in Porirua, celebrated by Deputy Commissioner Tania Kura and Minister Mark Mitchell. Thirteen graduates have family in the police, including four joining their fathers in Waikato. Award winners Sophie Eskrigge, Holly Stuart and David Afamasaga will…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMedia New Zealand PolicegraduationTania KuraMark MitchellGlenda HughesPorirua
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New Zealand Police to Graduate Glenda Hughes 385 Recruit Wing
The New Zealand Police will graduate the Glenda Hughes 385 Recruit Wing tomorrow at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua. Deputy Commissioner Tania Kura and Minister of Police Hon Mark Mitchell will attend.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentLaw Enforcement New Zealand PoliceGlenda HughesTania KuraMark MitchellAnita BakerPoriruaGraduation
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on parking prices, Luxon's China visit, and more
RNZ is covering stories this morning including car parking prices, Christopher Luxon's trip to China, safety measures after an attack in Porirua, and the most popular Māori baby names.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWeatherSocial IssuesAustraliaTradeLaw EnforcementGeneral Weather parking pricesChristopher LuxonChinaPoriruaBriscoesMāori baby namesAucklandRNZ News
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Police Investigate Assault on Rangituhi/Colonial Knob Walking Track
Police are investigating an assault on a female in Porirua on Wednesday 18 June. The incident occurred on the Rangituhi/Colonial Knob walking track at around 3:30pm.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues AssaultPoriruaWellingtonRangituhi/Colonial KnobCrime StoppersNew Zealand PolicePatrols
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Police Graduation Ceremony to be Held in Porirua
The New Zealand Police will hold the graduation ceremony for the 384 Allan Boreham Recruit Wing tomorrow at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua. Commissioner Richard Chambers and Mayor Anita Baker will be in attendance.
Law EnforcementEducationMediaAustralasia New Zealand PolicePoriruagraduationAllan BorehamRichard ChambersAnita BakerNZ Police
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Police Crackdown on Anti-Social Road Users in Hutt Valley and Kapiti-Mana
Police in Hutt Valley and Kapiti-Mana have taken action against anti-social road users, issuing 79 notices and impounding 21 vehicles after disorder.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Operation KereruHutt ValleyKapiti-ManaPetonePoriruaTaita
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Seventy-Six New Police Officers Deployed Across New Zealand
Seventy-six new police officers graduate and are deployed across New Zealand, with a significant number heading to Northland and Southern districts. The recruits include top sports players and those with family ties to the police.
Law EnforcementSportEducationMediaEmployment and Labor New Zealand PoliceWing 383Casey HalesEthan SempleDon MannPoriruaNorthland