"Porirua" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Porirua" Meaning

Porirua is a city located on the North Island of New Zealand. It is a coastal city situated on the southwestern shore of the Porirua Harbour, about 23 kilometers northeast of Wellington.

"Porirua" Examples

Porirua

Example Sentences

The city of Porirua is located at the southern end of the Wellington Harbour in the North Island of New Zealand.
The term "Te Aroha o te Maunga" expresses the deep affection the people of Porirua have for the Tararua Range.
West of Porirua is the Tararua Forest Park which offers camping and hiking opportunities.
The earliest known human settlement in the area is believed to have taken place at about 1250 AD, however, the area of Porirua was mostly Maori land until the early 19th century when it was sold to the Crown.
The city of Porirua has a diverse economy with major employers including the New Zealand Police, Porirua Hospital, New Zealand Customs and a large Woolworths distribution centre that services the Wellington region.