Local arts grants set to ignite Palmy’s young talent Published on 23 December 2025 The Palmerston North Performing Arts Trust has announced the five successful recipients of this year’s Arts Heart Educational Development Project Scheme. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Boots ‘n’ all: Fred Dagg comes home to Palmy Published on 11 December 2025 The late John Clarke (aka the iconic Fred Dagg) has been brought home to Palmy with the premiere of an intimate documentary made by his daughter. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Foundation stone from city's former Opera House returns home Published on 30 October 2025 The foundation stone from the city’s former Municipal Opera House now installed on the corner of Church and Ashley Streets – the site where the building once stood. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Exhibition highlights devastating effect of atomic bombs 80 years on Published on 05 August 2025 The exhibition can be found in the Non-Fiction Zone, on the first floor of the Central Library during opening hours. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Vatu Dei announced as 2025 Pasifika Artist in Residence for Palmy Published on 08 July 2025 Vatu Dei, meaning ’Steadfast Rock’, is a collective of talented Fijian artists who celebrate Fijian culture. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Fish and chip Friday: a Kiwi classic Published on 16 January 2025 The top five fish and chip shops in Palmerston North, as voted by you. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
'Ata-Mai Pasifika Collective announced as new artists in residence Published on 04 July 2024 Palmerston North City Council, in partnership with Creative New Zealand Pacific Arts, is excited to announce the 'Ata-Mai Pasifika Collective as the new Pasifika artists-in-residence. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Rangitāne ancestral leader honoured in Te Marae o Hine The Square Published on 09 November 2023 A new artwork has been created to honour Rangitāne ancestral leader Ereni Te Awe Awe. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration
Manawatū Art Trail strengthens regional partnerships Published on 20 October 2022 An artist exchange giving local creatives the opportunity to debut their work along the Coastal Arts Trail has successfully brought regional art communities together. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Video: Celebrating Puanga Published on 23 June 2022 Did you know that the star of Puanga is celebrated here in Palmy? Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration