The Inaugural Council meeting of the new Council term will be held at 7.00pm on Wednesday, 5 November 2025 in the Council Chamber, first floor, Civic Administration Building, 32 The Square, Palmerston North.
A powhiri will commence at 5.30pm in Te Marae o Hine, The Square prior to the commencement of the meeting on 5 November. In the event of wet weather, the powhiri will be held at the Conference & Function Centre, 354 Main St, Palmerston North.
At the Inaugural Council meeting, the Mayor and Councillors are sworn into office. Members of the public are welcome to attend. The meeting will also consider an explanation of statutes, the appointment of Deputy Mayor and the date and time of the first Council meeting.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Council’s YouTube page. The meeting stream, recording and agenda papers can be accessed here pncc.govt.nz/meetings.
Waid Crockett
Chief Executive
23 October 2025