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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!
Christmas Parade | Register NOW!
MMC News Published: 11th November 2025ย ๐๐๐ฅ๐ค ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ ๐๐ญ ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐๐๐ซโ๐ฌ ๐๐ก๐ซ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฆ๐๐ฌ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐!ย Weโre excited to invite you, your family, and your community to walk with the Manawatลซ Multicultural Council at the 2025 Christmas Parade! Letโs celebraโฆ
Bead Mosaic Workshop | Images
MMC News Published: 28th October 2025During the last school holidays, MMC collaborated with Te Manawa Museum to run a Bead Mosaic Workshop facilitated by one of our teacher volunteers, Maimoona.
Children aged 9 and above enjoyed creatinโฆ
Iranian Potluck Dinner | Photos
MMC News Published: 28th October 2025A big thank you to the Iranian community for co-hosting this monthโs Potluck Dinner โ your delicious food and sharing of culture made the evening extra special!
Thank you also to UCOL for providing โฆ
Growing Together Learning Community Hub | Join Us!
MMC News Published: 20th October 2025Donโt miss out!๐๐ง๐ฏ๐ข๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฃ๐จ๐ข๐ง ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ ๐๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐!
A FREE, supportive programme for parents of children with diverse learning and developmental needs. (No diagnosis requirโฆ
Volunteers Needed!
MMC News Published: 14th October 2025๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐!
Weโre looking for enthusiastic helpers to support our upcoming community events! If you enjoy being part of the action and making a difference, weโd love to have you join us.
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Our Stories: Shared Reading | Photos
MMC News Published: 13th October 2025Reposted from Lorna Johnson:
Today I attended theย Manawatu Multicultural Council Palmerston North English students showcase 'Our Stories' at Palmerston North City Library. We know learning English canโฆ
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!
Diwali Mela 2025 | Photos
Community News Published: 4th November 2025Diwali Mela 2025
A huge thank you to everyone who made Diwali Mela 2025 in Palmerston North such a wonderful celebration!
Thank you to all the performers who brought energy, culture, and excitementโฆ
Palmy Play Festival | Register Your Stall!
Community News Published: 20th October 2025Calling all community groups and organisations!Weโre excited to share that registration is still open for Palmy Play Festival 2025 โ a celebration of play, culture, and community!ย ย Date: Friday, 8 Novโฆ
PCA | Parol (Lantern) Making Contest
Community News Published: 14th October 2025๐๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฅ (๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ง) ๐๐๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐๐ฌ๐ญ
Organised by the Philippine Central Association (PCA)
Get creative and showcase your talent in this festive Parol (Lantern) Making Contest!
Bring your beautifully craโฆ
ShakeOut | Sign Up NOW
Community News Published: 13th October 2025Weโll be practicing what to do during an emergency at 9.30am on Thursday 16 October, during this yearโs ShakeOut!
Keen to practice too?
Sign up your school, business or whฤnau to join here: getreadyโฆ