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From all over the world, migrants and refugees come to make Palmerston North their home. While some of us have been here for a long time, some have only just arrived. Together we make Palmerston North a place where migrants are celebrated for their uniqueness and encouraged to discover the beauty and richness of all cultures represented in our community.
Manawatu Multicultural Council organizes and participates in events and activities that promote cultural diversity in Palmerston North. We also collaborate with surrounding organizations with various initiatives. Please see below the latest news and events in the Manawatu area:

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What's happening at MMC? Click on the thumbnails below to find out more about our latest projects, events, and updates!
Eid Mubarak!
Happy Eid al-Fitr to our Kiwi Muslim communities and everyone who celebrates.
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It's a time to be happy and thankful, help others, spend time wit…
Race Relations Day: Open Mic Poetry Reading & Potluck Dinner
To celebrate Race Relations Day on Friday Apr 4, there'll be an open mic poetry reading, hosted by award-winning poet Leonel Alvarado. Bring along a short poem to share!
Starts at 6PM, Central Library…
UCOL International Day
It was a pleasure to be part of UCOL International Day today! MMC was invited to showcase at the event, and we were thrilled to share a taste of Samoa with delicious Coconut Loaf (Fa’apapa) and Cacao…
Seniors Lunch Time | REGISTER NOW
Senior Lunch Time - Register Now
Join us for an informative session on senior health and well-being. Gain valuable insights, engage in meaningful discussions, and connect with others over lunch!
Da…
Race Relations Day 2025
𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
Today, we celebrate Race Relations Day, a time to recognize the diversity that makes Aotearoa New Zealand a vibrant and inclusive place. It’s a day to reflect on the importan…
Manawatu Multicultural Hub | Updates
We are very excited to move, hopefully by the end of the year, to the Manawatū Multicultural Hub on the ground floor of the Council Administrative Building at the corner of The Square and Main Street.…

Community News
Stay informed and connected with the latest happenings in our ethnic community! Browse through the news thumbnails below and click on the one that catches your eye to read more!
Globetrotters "Give it a GO" | REGISTER NOW
Globetrotters "Give It a GO" workshops in April School Holiday for 10 years old and above is available to register now!
Online registration form:
https://forms.gle/N1P8ZAQadSepmjvT6