City Ambassadors on The Square

Next date: Thursday, 22 January 2026 | 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM

The Māngai Atawhai City Ambassadors Programme is again operating over the summer months to foster a safe, welcoming, and vibrant central city environment.

City Ambassadors provide a friendly, visible presence in the CBD, engaging with residents, visitors, and local businesses. The overall programme supports activation of public spaces, such as in Te Marae o Hine – The Square, while addressing safety concerns through positive relationship-building and collaboration.

You can catch our City Ambassadors (green t-shirt and black cap) in Te Marae o Hine - The Square from 11am to 3pm every Tuesday - Saturday, until 14 March.

They'll also be providing a relaxed space to chill out and chat or try your hand at some of the games like giant Jenga, Connect Four and others outside the UNBOX.

This year, they're teaming up with Youth Space to provide some fun activities for our local young people. Check out the list below for dates and times of these fun events. See you there!

• Rangatahi Activity: ‘The big cool off slip and slide’
  Cool off with the youth space and sport Manawatu’s slip and slide fun!
  Thursday 18 December, 2pm – 3:30pm
• Crafts Picnic
  Spend time crafting up a storm over snacks with our Youth Space Kaimahi.
  Thursday 22 January, 1 - 2pm
• Multi-sports
  Are you keen on trying your hand at Ripper Rugby, Ki o Rahi and Basketball? Come on down for a cardio-filled afternoon with our Youth Space and Sport Manawatu kaimahi.
  Saturday 24 January, 1:30pm – 3pm
• Pop-up Youth Library
  Pull up a beanbag and enjoy a chillaxed read under the trees.
  Thursday 29 Janurary, 2pm – 4:30pm

When

Location

Te Marae o Hine - The Square, The Square, Palmerston North Central, 4410, View Map