MMC: A Brief Introduction
For over three decades, Manawatลซ Multicultural Council (MMC) has stood as a beacon of inclusivity, unity, and cultural celebration in Palmerston North and Manawatลซ areas. Nestled within the heart of our vibrant community, we have been privileged to serve as a home away from home for individuals from diverse backgrounds, proudly embracing the rich tapestry of cultures that define us.
MMC remains steadfast in our commitment to fostering understanding, respect, and harmony among all members of our community. Our centre has served as a gathering place where traditions are honored, languages are spoken, and friendships are forged across cultural boundaries.
Join us at our Local Elections Meet & Greet!
As local elections approach, Manawatลซ Multicultural Council is pleased to host a Candidate Meet & Greet Session. The event will begin with brief introductions of each candidate, followed by a casual mix-and-mingle where you can ask questions and hear their visions for our community. Light refreshments will be served, and everyone is welcome!
When: Thursday, 28 August 2025 at 7PM (After MMC's Annual General Meeting)
Where: The Centre, Massey University, Palmerston North
MMC & Community News
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Learn MoreSeniors Lunch Time
MMC Events
Begins: 5th September 2025
๐ Join us next Friday for SENIOR LUNCH! ๐
Hancock Community House,
Manawatลซ-Whanganui
๐ Join us next Friday for SENIOR LUNCH! ๐
Happy Parents Workshop
MMC News
Published: 21st August 2025
Last Friday, 15 August, we held our Happy Parents Lunch Workshop.
It was a wonderful afternoon filled with connection, learning, and support for parents in our community.
A big thank you to our 4 amโฆ
Last Friday, 15 August, we held our Happy Parents Lunch Workshop.
It was a wonderful afternoon filled with connection, learning, and support for parents in our community.
A big thank you to our 4 amโฆ
Bahasa Indonesia Class | Register NOW
MMC News
Published: 20th August 2025
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Calling all young language learners!
Give your child the opportunity to learn Bahasa Indonesia in a fun and interactive way! This class is designed for ๐ค๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐๐ ๐๐ 5 ๐ญ๐จโฆ
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Calling all young language learners!
Give your child the opportunity to learn Bahasa Indonesia in a fun and interactive way! This class is designed for ๐ค๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐๐ ๐๐ 5 ๐ญ๐จโฆ
Potluck Dinner | Welcoming Communities
MMC Events
Begins: 12th September 2025
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Te Manawa Museum,
Manawatลซ-Whanganui
๐๐จ๐ข๐ง ๐ฎ๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ night of celebration, connecting over shared plates of delicious food and welcoming newcomers into the city โ in the upcoming MMC Potluck Dinner, hosted alongside the Welcoming Communities and the Indonesiaโฆ
Parliament Visit 2025
MMC News
Published: 28th July 2025
It was a privilege to accompany some members of our vibrant multicultural communities on a special visit to Parliament in Wellington. The visit began with a rich cultural experience at Te Papa Museum,โฆ
It was a privilege to accompany some members of our vibrant multicultural communities on a special visit to Parliament in Wellington. The visit began with a rich cultural experience at Te Papa Museum,โฆ
IPU High School Students' Visit
MMC News
Published: 28th July 2025
We were thrilled to welcome a group of high school students through IPU to MMC for an engaging visit session filled with learning, exploration, and connection. Dr. Rasyid from IPU delivered a very infโฆ
We were thrilled to welcome a group of high school students through IPU to MMC for an engaging visit session filled with learning, exploration, and connection. Dr. Rasyid from IPU delivered a very infโฆ
MMC & Community Events
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Learn MoreWelcoming Week 2025
Community News
Published: 26th August 2025
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5th โ14th of September
We are excited to join the celebrations of Welcoming Week in Palmerston North with a series of events that bring our community together.
Whatโs On:
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5th โ14th of September
We are excited to join the celebrations of Welcoming Week in Palmerston North with a series of events that bring our community together.
Whatโs On:
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Global Tour & Kids Market Day
Community News
Published: 20th August 2025
Exciting NEWS!!ย Global Parents Supportย is going to have Global Tour & Kids Market Day on 20th September 1-4pm at Te Manawa Museum.The registration for Kids Market is open now.If your children are inteโฆ
Exciting NEWS!!ย Global Parents Supportย is going to have Global Tour & Kids Market Day on 20th September 1-4pm at Te Manawa Museum.The registration for Kids Market is open now.If your children are inteโฆ
NSMM | Thriving Beyond Borders: Nurturing Resilience and Mental Health of Migrant Workers
Community Events
Begins: 11th September 2025
Network of Skilled Migrants - Manawatu is inviting the community to their upcoming workshop:
๐๐ก๐ซ๐ข๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฒ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ: ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก ๐จ๐ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ซ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐๐ซ๐ฌ
Date: Thursday, 11th September
Time: 5:30โฆ
Palmerston North Central Library,
Manawatลซ-Whanganui
Network of Skilled Migrants - Manawatu is inviting the community to their upcoming workshop:
๐๐ก๐ซ๐ข๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฒ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ: ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก ๐จ๐ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ซ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐๐ซ๐ฌ
Date: Thursday, 11th September
Time: 5:30โฆ
Global Tour & Kids Market Day
Community Events
Begins: 20th September 2025
Exciting NEWS!!
Global Parents Support is going to have Global Tour & Kids Market Day!
Te Manawa Museum,
Manawatลซ-Whanganui
Exciting NEWS!!
Global Parents Support is going to have Global Tour & Kids Market Day!