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The Pāuatahanui Residents Association is proud to represent the community of Pāuatahanui.

Pāuatahanui is a unique and welcoming community within Porirua City.

At the heart of Pāuatahanui is the Pāuatahanui Inlet, the only large estuarine wetland left in the lower half of New Zealand's North Island. Situated at the eastern end of the Inlet is the small village of Pāuatahanui. The village has some of the oldest buildings in the Wellington region and is a reminder of the importance of Pāuatahanui to both Maori and European settlers. To the north and east of the village is a mix of rural lifestyle blocks and larger farms that provide a restful rural backdrop.

About the Pāuatahanui Residents Association

The Pāuatahanui Residents Association (PRA) is a voluntary organisation. It represents the residents of Pāuatahanui Village, Paekākāriki Hill, Judgeford and the adjacent rural localities of Porirua City by

  • supporting projects that preserve Pāuatahanui’s rural character and scenery and that maintain or improve the environment for all residents
  • representing the community's voice when opportunities, issues or concerns arise
  • valuing the unique qualities of the Inlet, including its flora and fauna, and working to promote its environmental protection
  • acknowledging the rich history of the Pāuatahanui area and recognising the importance of recording this for future generations.

 

Join the PRA and support us to champion community views and interests.

The PRA is recognised by Porirua City Council as representing the community of Pāuatahanui.  We receive notification of local and regional governance issues that affect our area. We regularly share this information with members to get their input and feedback.  It is your support, as members of PRA, that ensures a community view is represented.

Membership is $20/year per household.  The membership year is from 1 April to 31 March.

 Complete our online form https://bit.ly/3H273q7  or download a PRA Membership Form

 

Photos courtesy of Graham Craig, Whitby.

 

 
 
Esplanade Reserves & Esplanade Strips

With the recent ability to subdivide rural land in certain areas — notably along Paekakariki and Flightys Roads — to below 4 hectares, many residents have become newly aware of the implications of esplanade reserves and esplanade strips. Understanding the requirements under Porirua City Council’s District Plan and the Resource Management Act can be challenging. The Pāuatahanui Residents Association (PRA) has been working to provide clarity for residents on this topic.

Following a presentation to Council on 28 August, PRA prepared a discussion document outlining key questions for Council. On 4 November, PRA met with Nic Etheridge, PCC General Manager Policy, Planning & Regulatory Services, and Mike Mendonca, PCC General Manager Infrastructure.  We are now sharing the minutes from this meeting, along with Nic and Mike’s responses to the discussion document questions.

 

Flood Mapping Community Consultation

Wellington Water are running a community drop-in session on flood mapping for Horokiri and Kakaho Catchments to be held at Pāuatahanui School on Wednesday 3 December from 7-9pm. You don’t need to book in to attend, simply turn up. You can chat with their experts, or look at the maps to see if they match your experience.  

 Your local knowledge is important to help them understand the complex world of flooding.  They want to present the maps they’ve created and give you an opportunity to share your photos, stories or flooding observations with them – whether this is on your property, local street or neighbourhood, or even a nearby stream or river. 

 

 
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