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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:
MMC News
What's happening at MMC? Click on the thumbnails below to find out more about our latest projects, events, and updates!
Celebrate Race Relations Day with us!
MMC News Published: 10th March 2026In celebration of Race Relations Day 2026, we are delighted to invite you to join us for a Community Open Mic. Hosted by award winning poet Leonel Alvarado - let voices unite, stories inspire and ever…
Lunar New Year 2026 | Images
MMC News Published: 10th March 2026Happy Chinese New Year!
We had an amazing time celebrating Lunar New Year at The Square last Saturday! It was so exciting to see so many people join the fun. At the MMC stall, everyone got creative – …
Ethkick 2026 | Images
MMC News Published: 10th March 2026ETHKICK 2026 – What a Day!
28 February 2026 - ETHKICK 2026 brought together over 40 incredible community teams for a day of football, diversity, and community spirit! It was an amazing way to end the…
Join Us | Teas, Coffees & Beverages of the World 2026
MMC News Published: 16th February 2026Sip Your Way Around the World! 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 | 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐬, 𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐬 & 𝐁𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟐 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 – 𝟓:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 𝐂𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐚 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞, 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡Get ready to taste drinks fro…
Growing Together Learning Community Hub – A Journey of Connection, Learning, and Support
MMC News Published: 27th January 2026Over the past months, MMC and the Welcoming Schools Programme facilitated the Growing Together Learning Community Hub (GTLCH), funded by the Ministry of Education, which brought together parents and c…
MMC Christmas Lunch | Images
MMC News Published: 27th January 2026Last Friday, 12 December, we came together to celebrate the festive season with our MMC community at our annual Christmas Lunch!
It was a wonderful potluck lunch, filled with delicious food, laughte…
Teas, Coffees and Beverages of the World | Register NOW!
MMC News Published: 15th December 2025𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐬, 𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝
Our much-loved event is back — and in 2026, it’s 𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐫, 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫!
This year, we’re expanding Teas & Coffees of the Wor…
Christmas Parade 2025 | Images
MMC News Published: 9th December 2025Yesterday, Sunday 7 December 2025, the Manawatū Multicultural Council proudly joined the Christmas Parade — and what a beautiful, vibrant, colourful, and joyful afternoon it was!
A huge thank you to …
MMC Book Launch
MMC News Published: 5th December 2025MMC Book Launch – Celebrating Creativity, Connection & Friendship!
Last Monday, 1 December 2025, we proudly launched our second student book at Hancock Community House! This collection features wond…
EthKick 2026 | Register NOW!
MMC News Published: 5th December 2025𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔!
Join us on Saturday, 28 February 2026, for a fantastic day filled with diversity, inclusion—and of course—football!
EthKick - our exciting 6-a-side footbal…
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!
Discover Your Inner Artist with HOW2 | REGISTER NOW
Community News Published: 10th March 2026Discover your inner artist!
HOW2 is exicted to invite beginner and seasoned artists to a 14-week art workshop, led by one of their resident artists, Jodi. These sessions are great opportunity to expl…
ELP | Pathway to Further Study
Community News Published: 10th March 2026Want to study for a New Zealand qualification?ELP’s Pathway to Further Study course helps students prepare for the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL) Level 1 — a government-recognise…
GPS Catch Up Club | REGISTER NOW
Community News Published: 10th March 2026Global Parents Support is offering a FREE Catch Up Club! This is a great opportunity for students to enjoy fun activities, make new friends, and relax after school.
Who can join?
• Students in Year 7…
Join Us | Multicultural Movie Night
Community News Published: 16th February 2026𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐞 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐲! Kick off the Festival of Cultures with a chilled, family-friendly evening in The Square. Grab your whānau, your picnic blanket, and come enjoy watching 𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐚𝐧…
Join us | World Fair 2026
Community News Published: 16th February 2026𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐲’𝐬 𝐁𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤!
𝑭𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒂𝒍 𝒐𝒇 𝑪𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝑭𝒂𝒊𝒓 𝑫𝒂𝒚
Join us for a day full of fun, food, music, and culture – the event everyone’s talking about!
𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟐…
EthKick 2026 | REGISTER NOW!
Community News Published: 27th January 2026𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔!
Join us on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟐𝟖 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, for a fantastic day filled with diversity, inclusion—and of course—football!
Kick off the 2026 Festival of Culture…
Manawatū Migrant Voices: A Portrait Series
Community News Published: 15th December 2025I am thrilled to share a portraiture project that’s been a real passion of mine - Manawatū Migrant Voices: A Portrait Series.https://www.migrantportraits.nz/With support from Palmerston North’s Commun…
ESOL Road Code – English for Your Learner Licence
Community News Published: 10th December 2025ESOL Road Code – English for Your Learner Licence
Organised by English Language Partners Palmerston North
Date: 26 January – 5 February 2026
Time: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 12:45 pm
Location: L…
English Language Partners | Summer School
Community News Published: 10th December 2025SUMMER SCHOOL – Free Intensive English Course!
Organised by English Language Partners Palmerston North
Looking to improve your English this summer? English Language Partners is offering a FREE inten…
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 excitement…