1001 days ago

Basketball royalty on show at Arena

Porirua City Council

Tokomanawa Queens are adding another chapter to basketball’s long and storied association with Porirua, and the side’s locally based coach couldn’t be happier.

There is a mix of homegrown stars and overseas talent among what is essentially a revamped national women’s basketball league - all told, there are 18 current or former Tall Ferns lining up.

“This is fantastic for our aspiring young players to be mixing with class imports, it’s raising the level,” says Queens coach, former Tall Ferns player and Porirua local Tania Tupu.

She says having basketball of this level at the Arena is exciting.

The Queens’ remaining games at Te Rauparaha Arena are against the Whai on Monday 25 July, Hoiho on Wednesday 3 August and Kāhu on Thursday 18 August.

All games tip off at 7pm and tickets can be purchased at ticketspace.nz or at the door – $5 for children, $20 for adults. The Queens’ lineup, schedule and tickets can be found at queens.nz/schedule
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19 hours ago

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5 days ago

Poll: Is your nearest emergency department up to scratch?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Concerns have been raised about Nelson Hospital with complaints of lack of staffing and excessive wait times. Do you have confidence in your local emergency department?

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Is your nearest emergency department up to scratch?
  • 36.8% Yes, it serves us well
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    62.4% Complete
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1492 votes
8 hours ago

2025 Mahi Aroha Youth Award

Olivia from Volunteer Wellington

The Youth Award celebrates a young volunteer (under 25) who is making a significant impact in their community. Their passion, energy and dedication are driving positive change, and they deserve to be recognized for their mahi.

Nominations are open! Know an inspiring young volunteer? Nominate them today.

A special shoutout to the Youth Impact leaders for being the faces of this video!

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