Following consultation with the community, Palmerston North City Council adopted the Palmerston North Te Kaupapahere mō te Whakatairanga Hauora (ngā inu hauora, te auahi kore me te momirehu kore, me te haumaru hihirā) – Health Promotion Policy (Healthy beverages, Smoke-free and Vape-free, and Sun Protection) at its meeting on 7 May 2025.
The policy has come into effect.
The following policies are now revoked:
- Auahi Kore Smokefree and Vapefree Policy 2020
- Healthy Beverage Policy 2017
- Sun Protection Policy 2010
The policy is available to view on the Council website, and at the Customer Service Centre, 32 Te Marae o Hine The Square, during business hours. Printed copies are available on request.