Come and talk with us about council merger proposals Published on 24 June 2026 Nearly 500 people have already shared their views on possible council mergers and the future of local government in our region, but there's still time to have your say before feedback closes on 30 June. Tagged as: , Consultation & Surveys
Palmy's main water pipe to be cleaned overnight on Wednesday 17 June Published on 15 June 2026 One of the two main pipes that transport water from the Turitea Dam to homes and businesses in Palmy is being cleaned this week to ensure our city’s water remains in good condition. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Maintenance & Repairs
Community invited to share ideas for old jockey clubrooms Published on 05 June 2026 What could the old jockey clubrooms at Ashhurst Domain become next? Tagged as: , Consultation & Surveys
Council adopts budget with lower-than-consulted rates increase Published on 03 June 2026 Council today adopted its budget for the coming year with a total rates increase of 3.9%. Tagged as: , Announcements
Palmy residents invited to share feedback on possible council mergers Published on 02 June 2026 The first formal step in the process will be a Council meeting on 5 August, where elected members will consider community feedback and any opportunities identified with potential council partners before responding to the Government by 9 August. Tagged as: , Consultation & Surveys
New school speed signs being installed across Palmerston North Published on 29 May 2026 New speed limits around Palmerston North schools will be in place from the start of term 3 as part of the Government’s plan to improve safety for children travelling to and from school. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Maintenance & Repairs, Service Update
Palmerston North opens conversations on future council arrangements Published on 28 May 2026 In early August, elected members will consider a response to the Government and your feedback will be shared with them in advance. Tagged as: , Consultation & Surveys
Main Street bus terminal returns to normal operations from Friday Published on 14 May 2026 Bus services at the Main Street bus terminal will return to their normal platform locations from Friday, 15 May, following major wastewater and road rehabilitation work on Main Street. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Maintenance & Repairs
Have your say on the future of wastewater in Palmerston North Published on 29 April 2026 Two options for how Palmerston North should treat and discharge its wastewater for the next 35 years are now out for public feedback. Tagged as: , Consultation & Surveys
Have your say on planning updates to protect city infrastructure Published on 23 April 2026 Palmerston North City Council is inviting the community to have their say on Proposed Plan Change Tahi, which reviews how important public infrastructure is identified and protected in the District Plan. Tagged as: , Consultation & Surveys