Palmerston North City Council in the news

Palmerston North City Council is seeking community feedback on 12 shortlisted options and an emerging technical preferred option for the Manawatū Regional Freight Ring Road.

Palmerston North City Council is constructing an Air Dome facility with four indoor courts to meet increasing demand for indoor court space and support the city's role as a regional sporting hub.

Palmerston North will significantly upgrade its wastewater treatment plant at a cost of $340 million to meet higher environmental standards and will establish an adaptive management program for future improvements.

Palmerston North City Council is spending $3.8 million to reseal 37 streets this summer, improving road safety and extending their lifespan.

Palmerston North City Council seeks public feedback on shortlisted routes and an emerging technical preferred option for the Manawatū Regional Freight Ring Road to improve freight movement.

Dress for Success Palmerston North empowers women by providing clothing and support for job interviews and other important life moments, utilizing donated items and promoting reuse.

The Cuban Ambassador to New Zealand, Luis Ernesto Morejón, bid farewell to Palmerston North, expressing gratitude and highlighting the strong people-to-people ties developed during his tenure.

Palmerston North City Council opposes the fast-track application for the Bunnythorpe Business Park, citing concerns over the process, information gaps, and potential impacts on the region.

Palmerston North City Council is hosting Youth Fest, a free event for young people aged 12-24, offering various activities and opportunities to explore new interests and connect with services.

Andrew, Planning Services Team Leader at Palmerston North City Council, focuses on urban design and resource consent assessments, preparing his team for upcoming planning system reforms.

Palmerston North bus services are temporarily relocating to The Square for four weeks starting September 7th due to Main Street road repairs by Palmerston North City Council.

Palmerston North City Council is consulting on creating a council-owned property entity to manage its extensive property portfolio and address rising costs and infrastructure challenges.

Palmerston North City Council is surveying businesses to inform its Community Climate Action Plan, seeking insights on sustainability initiatives, challenges, and support needs.

Palmerston North City Council is inviting community suggestions for the name of its new Pasifika Community Centre, which will be a hub for cultural connection and community well-being.

Palmerston North City Council adopted the Single Transferable Vote system for its 2028 and 2031 local elections, with provisions for electors to demand a binding poll to choose between STV and FPP.

Palmerston North City Council plans to consult the community on establishing a new council-owned property entity to better manage its extensive property portfolio and address rising costs.

Palmerston North City Council, along with other councils and Nga Tapūwae o Hau, established a Statement of Expectations for Central Districts Water, a new entity taking over water services from July 2027, focusing on affordability, reliability, and long-term investment.

Central Districts Water (CDW) and its partners have signed a Statement of Expectations to guide the new water organization in providing affordable and reliable water services while considering community diversity.

Palmerston North City Council is piloting larger recycling bins in 50 households to assess if increased capacity improves recycling rates and user convenience.

Palmerston North will host the 2027 New Zealand Squash Open at the Regent theatre, transforming the venue into a squash arena with a glass court on stage.