Focus on Manawatu - February 2026

Manawatū FOCUSON

TangiUtikere|MPforPalmerstonNorth

Asthenewyearbeginsandwe areenjoyingaPalmysummer,it’sa greattimetoreflectontheyearthat hasbeen.

MyPalmerstonNorthelectorate officehasneverbeenbusier–more than800localsconnectedwithus lastyear–themostsinceIbecame theMP.

Healthhasbeenamajorconcern acrossAotearoaandlocally.It’sthe topissueconstituentsraisedwith myofficelastyear–whetherdue topostponedcolonoscopies,an unavailablechildren’semergency department,orlengthyEDwait times.

Itwasdisappointingtosee thatmorethan800surveillance colonoscopiesatPalmerstonNorth Hospitalweredelayedordeclined earlyin2025.WhileI’mpleased thatthenumberofcolonoscopies performedhasimprovedslightly

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sinceIraisedthisissueinParliament, thereismoreworktodo.

PalmerstonNorthlocalsdeserve thesameaccesstohealthcareas anywhereelseinthecountry,and I’vetoldtheHealthMinisterthat thesedelaysareunacceptable. ThroughoutlastyearIcontinuedto putpressureonhimtodeliverfor PalmerstonNorth,andI’llcontinue toadvocateonbehalfofour community.

PalmerstonNorthHospitalstaff doanoutstandingjob,andthis isregularlyreflectedinfeedback fromconstituents.Ithankthemfor theirdedicationunderchallenging circumstances.

Educationhasbeenanotherhot topiclocally,largelydrivenbythe government’sreviewofruralschool busroutesinManawatū.Anumber ofroutesthathavebeeninplace forgenerationshavebeencut,and

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familiesfacemuchuncertaintyas officialsenforceacentury-oldpolicy totheletter.

I’veworkedhardsinceIbecame awareofthisissue,advocating forcommunitiesaffectedbythis proposalandforacommon-sense approach,andI’llkeeppressureon thegovernmenttofixthis.Policy shoulddriveattendance,notstrand studentsontheroadside.

Thecontractsigningforthe CapitalConnectionupgradeisa hugewinforourregion.Anewfleet willdeliverfaster,morefrequent andgreenerservicesalongthe Manawatūline–aresultI’mproud tohavefoughtforasPalmerston North’sMP.

SinceTeAhuaTurangaopenedin June,localshaveenjoyedastrong, reliablelinkthroughtheManawatū Gorge.Iproudlyfoughtalongside communitiesinManawatūand

Tararuatoopposeatollonthis roadandwasthrilledwhenthe governmentbackeddown.I’mso pleasedthatthissafe,toll-freeroute isavailableforeveryonetoenjoythis summer.

Thankyoutoeveryonewhogave sogenerouslytoourcommunitylast year.Palmy’sstrongvoluntaryand communitysectoristhebackbone ofourcity,andyoureffortsmake arealdifference.Ilookforward toseeingyououtandaboutat themanypublicand communityPal eventsoversum andtoworking withyouagain 2026.

TangiUtikere, MPfor Palmerston North

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Weaareoopeen

ByLeylaBoukhelida

Aftertemporarilyclosing theirdoorsforessential earthquake-strengthening work,VautierPharmacy |PioneerVillageis thrilledtowelcomethe communityback.

Thepharmacyofficially reopenedon18thDecember, unveilingarefreshedand modernisedspacedesignedfor communityfocusedcare,tobea trustedhubforhealthandwellbeing inPalmerstonNorth.

WhilethePharmacylooksbrand new,theheartofthepharmacy hasn’tchanged.

Foundedin1987byLynneVautier, thebusinesshasdeeprootsinthe Manawatucommunity,beingapart ofthecityforalmost40years. Vautierpharmacyhassupported numerousorganisationssuchas MedicsMakeMusic(raisingmoney fortherescuehelicopter),Sweet

LouiseFoundationn,RellayforLife a andsomanymorre- m makingVautier p pharmacyawelllknowwn,reliable, commmunityfoccused d business.

Karlyyn, who o has w workedalongside Lynnesince e day o one,andcontinues tobeatthhecenntre ofthePioneer Villagellocatioon—bringingthesame warm m servicce andgenuinecarethat localshhave e cometolove.

Now,aftermonthsofupgrades, abeautifulnewlookwithafew challengesalongtheway,the familiarandresilientteamof dedicatedstaffisback—readyto supportthecommunityasalways withcareattheircore.Whether you’repickingupprescriptions, seekingexpertguidance,orsimply stoppinginforafriendlychat,the teamisexcitedtobehomeand openforbusiness.

Popin,sayhello,andexperience thebeautifulnewspacecreated withthecommunityinmind. They’vemissedyou—andthey’reso gladtobeback.

VautierPharmacy,lookingafteryou withlove.

JohnBertrandCollectablesAre BuyinginTararua,Manawatu, HorowhenuaFebruary24to26

Onceagain,thegoldandcollectablesbuyersfrom WellingtoncompanyJohnBertrandCollectablesare visitingTararua,Manawatu,HorowhenuaFebruary24 to26.Mr.KevinGeorgefromthecompanysays,“Ifyou aredownsizingorwantingtodisposeofthingsbecause theynolongerserveanypurposetoyouoryourfamily bringthemin”.“February24to26willbeagreat opportunitytohaveanyitemsyouwanttosellassessed byourbuyers”saidMr.George.Particularlywantedare GoldandSilver(inanyofitsforms)andCollectables suchasCoins,Banknotes,WarMedals,OldWind-up WatchesandotherinterestingSmallCollectables. “Wearekeenbuyers, especiallyoftheitemsin thelistbelow”saidMr. George.“Nothingistoo smallforour consideration.Weare justashappybuying1 itemaswearebuying 1,000items”hesaid.The buyerswillbeinTararua, Manawatu,Horowhenua February24to26.(see detailsbelow).AsKevin Georgepointsout“Ifyou areindoubtaboutany itemsyoumaywishto sell,bringthemalongfor aninstantappraisal.”

MrKevinGeorge SeniorBuyer JohnBertrand(Collectables)Ltd

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uringthese uncertaintimes wehaveseenasharp increaseinthepriceof preciousmetals.ThegoldpriceinNew Zealandisatnearrecordlevelssogather upallyourunwanteditemsandtakethem alongtothebuyers.KevinGeorgesays “Wecanbuygolditemsinallforms, includingJewellery(Rings,Chains, Broochesetc),Coins(Sovereignsandthe like),Alluvial(RiverGold),virtually anything,evenGoldTeeth!Wealsoneed allSterlingSilverincludingCups,Tea Services,CutleryandOldCoins”hesaid.

EInterestingSmall CollectablesWanted

ThebuyersfromJohnBertrand (Collectables)Ltd,visitingTararua, Manawatu,HorowhenuaFebruary24to 26,arehappytolookatanyinteresting items,forexamplevintagepocketand wristwatchessuchasRolex,Men’sOmega, Breitlingandgoldwatchesetc.Alsowanted, pre1920’spicturepostcards,Maoriand Pacificartefacts,oldfountainpensand othersmallantiqueorhistoricalitems. “Ifyouhavesomethingunusualwhich youwouldliketosell,pleasebringit intooneofourvenues,wewouldlikethe chancetoatleasthavealookatit”said KevinGeorge,buyerfortheCompany. “Wewillconsideranythingwhichmaybe ofinteresttoacollector”hesaid.

SomeBigDollarsinEarlyBanknotes

arlyNewZealandBanknotesdated before1932arecurrentlyfetching bigmoney!ThisisaccordingtoMr. KevinGeorge,SeniorBuyer.Mr.George isinTararua,Manawatu,Horowhenua February24to26onabuyingtripfor JohnBertrand(Collectables)Ltdand wouldbeverykeentoseeanyofthese issues.“Wewillpayatleast$300for anyundamagedTen ShillingorOne PoundbanknotefromaNewZealand

tradingbankdated1932orbefore. Denominationsoffivepoundsandhigher wouldbeworthfrom$700.“Anybanknote datedpriorto1900wouldbeworthatleast $1000”saidMr.George. AlsopurchasedareanyReserveBank ofNewZealandpre-decimalissues, especially50Poundnotes.Alloverseas banknotesarealsowanted,especially earlyPacificIslandissues.

CollectorsNeedWarMedals Currently,throughoutNZandtheworldthereisabig demandbycollectorsforwarmedals.Thesecoverall warsrightthroughfromtheNewZealandLandWarsand theBoerWar,totheFirstandSecondWorldWarsandthe laterKoreaandVietnamconflicts.NewZealandServicemen andWomenfirstservedoverseasintheBoerWarinSouth Africaaround1900andthewarmedalsawardedforthis serviceareneededbythebuyers,asareanyotherMedals fromearlyNewZealandandtheNewZealandWars. GeneralservicemedalsfromboththeFirstandSecond WorldWarswillalsobepurchased,butascanbeimagined thesewereawardedinfairlylargenumbers.“Ifagroup ofmedalshasanyspecialawardforbraverysuchasthe MilitaryMedal,MilitaryorFlyingCrossorothermedalsfor DistinguishedConductorMeritoriousService,thesecan addgreatvaluetoagroup”statedMr.KevinGeorge,buyer forJohnBertrand(Collectables)Ltd.“Manyfamilieshave oldmedals,somedatingbacktoearlyImperialdays,that theyarenotsurewhattodowith.Thesearebetteroffin thehandsofcollectorswhowilllookafterthem.Wewill behappytolookatanywarmedalswhatsoever,justbring themintovenues”hesaid.

OldCoinsCanTossUpaRarity

Doyouhaveabunchofoldcoinssittingaroundin yourdrawersandcupboards?Youjustneverknow whatraritiesmaybelurkingthere.TheadvicefromKevin GeorgefromJohnBertrand(Collectables)Limitedisto “bringtheminandletushavealook”.“Noneedtosort anythingoutjustbringthemin‘asis’andpleasedon’t cleanthem!Wecangothroughcoinaccumulations andcollectionsfairlyquickly”hesaid.Thebuyersare particularlykeentobuypre1946NewZealandSilver CoinsandWorldSilverCoins.“InanyeventwewillbuyAll Coins,”saidMr.George.

Whenthingsgoreallywrong, andwhatwedoaboutit

byAudreyGrinter,Property ManagementAdvisor–WatsonIntegrity

Mostofthetime,tenanciesare straightforwardbecausemost tenantshavegoodintentions,and whenlandlordsdotheirparttoo, itgenerallystaysthatway.Tenants movein,theypaytheirrent,they lookafterthehome,andlifecarries on.That’sexactlyhowitshouldbe.

Buteverynowandthen,itgoesa bitsideways.

Andthat’sthehardpartabout beingalandlord.Youcandoall therightthings.Youcanscreen properly,talkthingsthrough,and stillendupwithatenantwhoisn’t theidealfit.Sometimespeople’s circumstanceschange.Ajobfalls over.Arelationshipbreaksdown. Mentalhealthtakesahit.Or sometimes,ifwe’rebeingblunt, theysimplyaren’tasresponsibleas theypresentedthemselves.

Rentalsdealinreallife,not perfectscenarios.Thisisexactly whywedon’tjust“setandforget” oncethekeysarehandedover.

AtWatsonIntegrity,wedoour firstinspectionjustfourweeks afteratenantmovesin.Notthree monthslater.Fourweeks.It’searly enoughthatwecanpickuponred flagsbeforetheybecomeafull blownproblem.Ifaplaceisalready

lookingrough,ifcleaningstandards aren’twheretheyshouldbe,ifthere areextraoccupantsorthatgeneral vibeof“thisisn’tgoingwell,”we seeitquicklyandweactquickly.

Andifeverythinglooksgood, whichiswhatwewantandwhat usuallyhappens,thenit’ssimply peaceofmindfortheownerand agoodresetforthetenanttoo. Itsetsthestandardearly,keeps expectationsclear,andshows thatthepropertyisbeingactively managed.Thevalueofagood propertymanagerisn’tincreating drama,it’sinkeepingthingssteady andsteppinginearlyifanything startstoslip.

Whenthingsaregoingsideways, ourjobistostepinearly,document properly,communicatewithboth sidesandworkthroughthenext stepswithalevelhead.Andifit needstogofurther,itmeanshaving therightrecordsandevidenceto protecttheownerwhenformal actionisrequired.

Here’sthestraighttruth. Propertymanagementisproperty management,andwe’reallbound bythesamelawsandregulations. Whatseparatesagoodproperty managementcompanyiswhat happensbehindthescenes,the processesandthetrainingto managethingsproperlywhenthey gowrong.Becausenoneofuslike

dealingwiththe“badtenant”story butpretendingitneverhappens doesn’thelpanyone.Whathelpsis catchingproblemsearlyandhaving ateamthattacklestheawkward stuffinsteadofavoidingit.That’s whatprotectsyourproperty,your income,andyoursanity. Ifyouhaveanyquestionsabout propertyinvestment,Iamalways happytochatoverthephoneor meetforacoffee.

SuzeRedmayne MPforRangitīkei

TheRangitīkeiispartofwhoIam.It’swher wefarmandraisedourfamily.Iamproudto beyourlocalMP.

Pleasecontactmeforadvocacyservices,individua assistance,oraccesstotheparliamentaryprocess. Connectwithme: Suze.RedmayneMP@parliament.govt.nz•06323725 51FergussonStreet,Feilding suzeredmaynempsuzeredmaynerangitikei AuthorisedbySRedmayne,ParliamentBuildings,Wgtn.

Supporting Palmerston North through summer and beyond

Happy New Year I hope you all had a safe and relaxing Christmas and summer break. It’s great to see the city really busy again as people get back into routines and start planning the year ahead.

With the warmer weather the Manawatū River shared pathway and Victoria Esplanade are busy too, with people getting outdoors and enjoying these spaces together If you or someone you know needs a bit of extra help getting around, remember you can hire mobility scooters from the Lido Aquatic Centre Scooters are available from 8am to 7pm in summer, on any day the Lido is open You can book them for up to four hours at a time by contacting the Lido team The hire is by donationone small way we are trying to make it easier for everyone to enjoy our shared spaces

If you’re heading to the Esplanade check out the restored Peter Black Conservatory at the Victoria Esplanade The 84-year-old facility

has a new shaded entranceway, making getting in easier and more welcoming, and inside you’ll find something extra special: Palmerston North’s first public Bonsai display

We are also now in our summer water use period, which runs through to April This is a voluntary approach to reduce demand so that we can avoid or delay the need for formal restrictions later (which we have for 5 years!) Our request is simple Please only use water outside between 7pm and 9pm every second day Small changes like this, made by many households, can make a real difference to our city’s water supply

that any groups can share, and flexible workspaces where local organisations can hold drop-in sessions It will be a much-improved base for community activities and a real asset for the wider city Hiring our community centres is very affordable, so check them out for your next celebration

Have you had a chance to read our Palmy Proud magazine yet? If you’ve been in the city centre over the past couple of months you’ll have seen work is progressing on the historic Post Office building as it is transformed into a new 4 5 star, five storey TRYP by Wyndham hotels

Want more info on what’s going on in the city?

Then, make sure you’re subscribed to Palmy Matters, our monthly email newsletter

over summer

We’re continuing to invest in your water services toowith a new bore being built this year

Construction has started on the Pasifika Community Centre at Bill Brown Park, after strong support through our Long-Term Plan consultation, especially from our Pasifika communities The new centre will include a larger main hall for events and gatherings, a commercial sized kitchen

This project restores an important heritage building, brings more people into the heart of the city, and will have a positive economic impact through new jobs and visitor spending The magazine has more info about this exciting development If you’re a SuperGold Card holder that lives in Palmerston North, it’s a great time to pop into our Customer Service Centre at The Square to pick up your 2026 SuperGold parking

permit Please bring your SuperGold Card, your car’s registration number, and proof of address Permits cost just $10 and allow free parking in the city centre from Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm

Two dates to pop on your calendar coming up- we’ve got the international Festival of Cultures lighting up Te Marae o Hine - The Square on Saturday February 19 and Explore Esplanade Day Saturday 1 March with live music, dance shows and plenty of food and craft stalls to enjoy in our beautiful Victoria Esplanade They’ll be a great way to draw out this wonderful kiwi summer we’ve been having

Want more info on what’s going on in the city? Then make sure you’re subscribed to Palmy Matters, our monthly email newsletter It’s quickly becoming the easiest way to follow what’s happening in the city from infrastructure updates and consultations to Council decisions events and helpful reminders You can do that on our website

As always if you have any questions about anything in here, or anything else to do with Council, please get in touch with myself as your City Mayor, your elected members (their details are on our website), or council staff at any time with any questions you may have We’re here to help

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Waitangi Day 10am–2pm

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February 14

ENZED Superstock Teams Champs Qualifying 61PascalSt PalmerstonNorth ENZED Superstock Teams Champs Finals 61PascalSt PalmerstonNorth

Lunar NewYear 11am-2pm

TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare

February 22 Sunday

Festival ofCultures

Teas,Coffees +Bevergesof theWorld 2pm-5pm CacciaBirchHouse

Festival ofCultures

MulticulturalFamily MovieNight 6pm-8.30pm

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TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare Festival ofCultures WorldFair 10.30am -3.30pm TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare

Explore Esplanade Day 10am–3pm VictoriaEsplanade

Festivalof Colours

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TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare

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Feilding’s much-loved town clock is well on its way through a careful and highly specialised restoration, as it enters the final adjustment phase of a project designed to protect one of district’s heritage landmarks

Housed in the clocktower in Manchester Square, the clock’s original mechanical movement is a rare example of traditional 1900’s craftsmanship, the kind of mechanism that is now understood and maintained by only a handful of specialists worldwide

Manawatū District Council has been fortunate to work with Pilbrows Watchmakers of Taupō whose expertise in historic clock mechanisms is unmatched in New Zealand Their skills are in high demand, with a long line of heritage awaiting their care Having Pilbrows involved in Feilding’s restoration is a testament to the clock’s historical significance and the value placed on getting the work done properly

So far, the project has included:

• Restoration of the original mechanical movement

• Replacement of damaged clockface glass

• Refurbishment and repowdercoating of the steel clockface frames

With the major mechanical work now complete, the clock has entered a planned period of testing and fine-tuning

This is a normal and necessary stage when bringing a historic mechanical system back to life

Because the clock frame could not be removed from the tower during dismantling, Pilbrows were unable to carry out extended workshop testing

Instead, adjustments are now being made on site This means the community may notice the clock stopping and starting at times not because something has gone wrong, but because the mechanism is being carefully calibrated to ensure long-term accuracy and reliability

This adjustment phase is expected to take four to six weeks, allowing time for precision testing, travel from Taupō, and Pilbrows’ existing specialist workload Pilbrows are scheduled to return early next week to continue this work and will advise Council once the clock is running efficiently and as intended

Council appreciates the community’s patience during this final stage Restoring a historic clock is not a quick fix It is a process that respects the craftsmanship of the past while ensuring the clock can keep time well into the future

Focus on Manawatū

Summer the time to prepare for emergencies

Kiwis love a bit of DIY over the summer months –building a deck, sorting out the garden, or odd jobs at the bach.

Summer is also the perfect time to take that can-do attitude and apply it to preparing for emergencies. There’s no better time than now to get ready

Start by creating or updating your household emergency plan. Sit down with your whānau to discuss what you’ll do in different emergency scenarios, where you’ll meet if separated, and who your out-of-town contact person will be Make sure everyone knows how to turn off utilities like water, gas and electricity at the mains.

Next, check your emergency supplies. Every household should have enough food, water and supplies to last at least three days Stock your getaway bags with essentials like a torch, batterypowered radio, first aid kit, important documents, and any medications your whānau needs.

Don’t forget about your pets when planning

Take advantage of the good weather to prepare your property too Clear your gutters, secure outdoor furniture and trampolines, trim overhanging branches, and check you know where your emergency supplies are stored. If you can, install a rainwater collection system. You should also check your gas bottle to make sure it’s full once BBQ season has ended.

While a DIY (do it yourself) is great, emergencies are all about DIT – do it together Talk to your neighbours, especially those who may need more support, about what their plans are If we all work together, we can get through and recover from emergencies better

Being prepared gives you peace of mind and helps our whole community respond better when emergencies strike You can find more information about getting ready on the new Manawatū-Whanganui Emergency Management website: mwcdem.govt.nz.

Focuson TheArts

Friday13–agalafinalefor 2025’slocaltheatreshows

TheoffstagebandgetsaplaceinthelimelightatthecloseofActThree Productions2025showComeFromAway..ImageBenPryorPhotography.

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Chiropracticcaresupportsyour spineandnervoussystem,helping yourbodyworkthewayitwas designedto.Lesstension.Better movement.Clearerfocus.More energyforwork,sport,family, andlife.

I Ifpainhasbeenyourwake-up call-orifyou’rereadytotakeyour healthtothenextlevel-nowisthe timetobook

Yay–it’sawardsseason! Despitetheeconomic downturn,localcommunity theatrecontinuedtoflourish during2025,andthose showsgetonelasttimeinthe spotlightonFridayFebruary 13attheannualRegional TheatreAwards.

AwardsconvenorSheridan Hickeysaid23community productionsby14theatre groupsfromPalmerstonNorth, Feilding,Dannevirke,Levinand Foxtonwereassessedduringthe year.

Thelistofnomineesacknowledges thededicatedperformers,creatives andproductionpersonnelfortheir

yearofentertainingworkduring 2025.

“Therewasgreatvariety-from Shakespeareandmusicaltheatreto experimentalshortplays-withthe combinedtalentsandabilitiesof castsandcrewscreatingsometruly memorabletheatreexperiences.”

Despitetougheconomictimes, Hickeysaidtheregion’scommunity theatresperseveredtobringquality entertainmenttoaudienceswhile providingcreativeoutletsfortheir members.

During2025therewereseven musicals,11full-lengthplays,and20 shortplays.Mostoftheshortplays wereoriginalscriptswitharoundhalf ofthosewrittenlocally.

Fromtheseshowscame140 nominationsacross31performance andproductioncategories.

Inmostcasestherewasonlyone winnerpercategory,butHickey saidtheassessmentpanelmade distinctionsbetweenlarge-scaleand smallerscalemusicalproductions.

Generally,thecalibreoflocal communityshowswasonthe ascendancyshesaid,withtheawards providingadditionalincentivefor groupstoraisetheirproduction valuesandperformancestandards.

“Receivinganominationisthe equivalentofbeing‘VeryHighly Commended’.Usuallythere’snot muchseparatingthosewhomakethe nominees’list,”Hickeysaid.

Shesaiditwaspleasingtosee anewgenerationoftalented youngsterscomingthroughand establishingthemselves.

Acelebrationofcreativity, collaborationandconnectionforlocal theatrecommunities,the2025award presentationswillbemadeduring thegalaeventonFriday,February 13,2026.atthePalmerstonNorth ConferenceandFunctionCentre. Bookingsandticketsareavailable throughhttps://venuespn.co.nz.

CRAFTING RURAL DREAMS

Welcome to Colyton, where the rhythm of rural life meets the canvas of your dreams.

Nestled in the heart of the Manawatu and on the outskirts of Colyton village, our limited collection of bareland lots ranging from 5000m2 to 7000m2 offer you the opportunity to indulge in the luxury of space and craft the home you’ve always envisioned.

Immerse yourself in the tranquil embrace of nature and the countryside as you explore our sprawling lots adorned with lush landscaping, mixed shrub borders, and native vegetation that paints a picture of serenity

Inviting you to unwind and connect with nature, this subdivision is designed to be your haven of peace Every acre is a promise, giving you the freedom to design your home exactly the way you want to surrounded by the beauty of the countryside

And let’s not forget the charm of Colyton village, just a stone’s throw away Here, you’ll find the perfect blend of rural tranquility and village charm – a place where community thrives, and memories are made.

Colyton Estate – it’s not just a place to live, it’s a way of life. Secure your slice of paradise and build a life that celebrates nature, community, and your unique vision.

Focuson TheArts

AwapuniLibrary ComicClubDraws CrowdsasYoung CreatorsBring TheirWorldstoLife

Whatbeganasasmall lunchtimehobbyatStJames CatholicSchoolhasgrown intooneofAwapuniLibrary’s mostvibrantandunexpected successstories.

TheoriginsoftheAwapuni LibraryComicClubtraceback tothreeStJamesstudents –Rohan,DavidandDaphne–whoin2023created“Brainlight EntertainmentStudios,”astudent runcomicscollectivebornfrom theirsharedloveofworldbuilding andstorytelling.Farfromacasual pastime,thegroupappointeda democraticallyelectedpresident, setupcreativeprotocols,and quicklygrewfromthreefounding memberstoaroundten.Eachweek, theymettowrite,draw,andshare theiroriginalcomics,withoccasional friendlycompetitionstokeepideas flowing.

In2025,twoofthefounders, DaphneandRohan,leftSt Jamesfordifferentintermediate schools.Wantingthegroupto stayconnectedbeyondschool boundaries,Rohanapproached Laura,theAwapuniCommunity Librarian,toaskwhetherthe communitylibrarymighthostafter schoolmeetups.

Whathappenednextsurpassed anythingtheyoungcreators imagined.

Daphne(11)saysit’sbeenbetter havinglibrarysupport.“Whenitwas justusatschool,webroughtour ownpaperandsuppliestoschool. Nowit’sallreadyforuswhenwe getthereandwecanfocuson creating.”Rohan(12)agrees.“It’s funandagoodsocialexperience. ThankstoLauraforhelpingouridea becomereality.”

Theappealcrossesagesand schools.Somechildrenattend everysession;otherswander inoutofcuriosityandendup returning,eagertokeepcreating. Theatmosphereislivelyand collaborative,withmembers sketchingsidebyside,discussing plottwists,andswappingideas. Mack(9)sayshelovesComic Clubbecause“it’sagoodplaceto expressyourimaginationonpaper andeveryonelaughsallthetime.” Eli(8)saystheclubisagreatwayto makenewfriends.

Oneoftheclub’smostunique featureshasbecomeapowerful motivator:onceacomicis completed,librariansplaceitin aclearfileandsubmitittobe catalogued.Theworksarethen addedtotheofficialAwapuni Librarycatalogue,allowingyoung artiststosearchtheirownnames aslistedauthors,andborroweach other’screations.Thecreations arebeingenjoyedbythewider community,andinspiringothersto pickupapencilandcreate.

Thelibraryagreed,andthe AwapuniLibraryComicClub launchedasafortnightlyafter schoolgathering.Thesmallgroup oforiginalmemberssoonmultiplied, withtheclubbecomingsopopular thatitnowregularlyfillsthreesets oftables,oftenleavingstanding roomonlyforothervisitorsduring clubsessions.Foundingmember

Whilelibrariansprovidesupport andsupplies,theclubremains childled.Fromatrioofimaginative studentstoapackedcommunity library,theAwapuniLibraryComic Clubhasbecomeatestamentto whathappenswhencreativity, empowerment,andcommunity supportcometogether.

Focuson TeManawa

DiscoverAutumn atTeManawa

BrentHarris:HomeandBackAgain UNTIL19JUL-FREE

At22,BrentHarrisleftPalmerston Northinabraveactofselfdiscovery.Thisexhibitionexplores Harris’paintingandprintmakingin relationtothecollectionhegrew upvisitingattheformerManawatū ArtGallery.

Feather,FurandBone EVERYDAY-FREE Thisexhibitionexploresthe complexrelationshipinwhich humanshavereliedonanimalsfor essentialslikefood,shelter,and clothing–urgingustoconsider howwecontinuetouseanimal materialsinthe21stcentury.

RobinWhite:Tuituia|Something IsHappeningHere 7MAR-10MAY|FREE Formorethan50years,Dame RobinWhite’sarthasportrayed peopleandtheirenvironmentsin AotearoaNewZealand,Kiribati, Fiji,Tonga,andbeyond.These placeshavetransformedherlife andart.Thisexhibitionexplores aselectionofartworksspanning hercareer–fromearlypaintings torecentcollaborativetapa(bark cloth).Developedandpresented bytheMuseumofNewZealandTe PapaTongarewa.

OutintheField EVERYDAY–FREE PeterBush(1930–2023)was alegendaryNewZealand photojournalistwithaninsatiable desiretodiscoverandrecord theworld.Fromthe1940s,he travelledaroundAotearoaand internationally,photographing almosteverythinghesaw.Outin theFieldisaninvitationtodelve intothecollection,followingPeter Bushbackthroughtime.Expect todiscoverphotographsofthe people,places,andeventsthat madeAotearoatoday.

GOMIL: Grumpy OldManinLycra

Written&DirectedbyGregoryCooper StarringMarkHadlow|F*ckgettingold!

OneofNewZealand’smost successfultheatrehits,MAMIL: MiddleAgedManinLycra,returns tothestagewithitslongawaited sequel: GOMIL:GrumpyOldMan inLycra,comingtoCentrepoint Theatre.Theoriginalproduction entertainedmorethan70,000 peoplenationwide,andnowthe creativedreamteamisback— writer/director GregoryCooper and belovedactor MarkHadlowONZM (KingKong,TheHobbit,SNAG).

ThisnewchapterfollowsWayne, founderandleaderofthemen’s cyclinggroupfromMAMIL.A decadehaspassed,andlifehas takensomeheavyturns.Waynehas retired,hissonandgrandchildren havemovedtoLondon,andayear agohelostMaggie,hiswifeof 49years.Workandfamilyonce gavehimpurpose—nowhemust navigategrief,change,andthe realitiesofagingwhilefiguringout whatcomesnext.

HadlowbringsWayne’sstory tolifethroughavividcastof characters:asternScottish councillor,anenthusiastic Romaniangyminstructor,an AustralianretirementvillageCEO, andaCockneysonwithplenty ofopinions.Eachtriestosteer Waynetowardwhattheythinkis “goodforhim,”whilehewrestles withfrustration,loneliness,and thestrangenewworldofold age.AsHadlowsays,“Because it’saonemanshow,everything isheightened,characterised,and aboveall—entertaining.”

Ticketsavailablenow: www.centrepoint.co.nz/gomil CentrepointTheatreBoxOffice marketing@centrepoint.co.nz 063545740

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Focus on Business

CEDA board appointments confirmed

The Central Economic Development Agency (CEDA), on behalf of its joint shareholders Manawatū District Council and Palmerston North City Council, has confirmed the reappointment of one director and the appointment of two new directors to its Board.

CEDA is the region’s economic development agency, working in partnership with Manawatū District Council and Palmerston North City Council to support business growth, investment and regional development

Katie Brosnahan has been reappointed following the completion of her first term Her reappointment provides continuity of CEDA’s role in enabling a place to grow and supporting a prosperous, resilient economy

Two new appointments have been made as Antony Heywood and Colin McFadzean have been appointed as new directors.

Antony Heywood brings extensive leadership experience across the food and fibre sector, along with strong relationships with central government. He served more than six years as Chief Executive of Vegetables New Zealand, leading national advocacy and working closely with ministers, senior officials, and Economic Development Agencies across multiple regions. Antony also brings international experience from Australia and the United States, as well as practical commercial insight through his role as a fourthgeneration horticulture business leader

Colin McFadzean brings more than four decades of experience in export, manufacturing, and product commercialisation, with a strong focus on innovation and international markets. A longstanding Manawatū business owner, Colin offers deep regional knowledge alongside global expertise in logistics, distribution, and agricultural product development

Colin’s governance experience includes roles as a public company director, a board member of the Manawatū Rugby Union, a former Manawatū District councillor, and most recently as external chair of Manawatū District Council’s Water Services Unit

The CEDA Board now comprises Bobbie O’Fee (Chair), Margy Maré, David Norman, Katie Brosnahan, Antony Heywood, and Colin McFadzean.

Together, the appointments strengthen the Board’s mix of governance, commercial, and sector expertise to support businesses, partnerships, and economic development across the Manawatū and Palmerston North region.

The appointments took effect 1 January 2026.

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TōtaraReserveisbestknownfor itscampgrounds,whichprovide anexcellentbaseforexploring thebesttheareahastooffer.The largerKererūCampgroundfeatures abigchildren’splayground,while theKahikateaCampgroundismore shelteredandsecluded.Bothhave accesstohotshowers,toiletswith wheelchairaccess,electricBBQs andamixofpoweredandnonpoweredsites.Bothcampgrounds providetheclassicKiwicamping experience,includingeasyaccess tothePohanginaRiver.Nomatterif you’rethereforaweekendescape

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PN CITY LIBRARY

Welcome to 2026 – the year of everybody using the library even more than before! This could be the year for you to: use a CNC router or sewing machine in Blueprint, the City Library Makerspace; read a book from every genre area; find out how to access e-audiobooks and plan a drive that’s just long enough to listen to the next book on your TBR list (let us know where you end up!); visit

every library location so you can recommend a library to people in any part of town; investigate your ancestry in the Heritage area; and after all of that, chill out in a comfy chair overlooking Te Marae o Hine

Over Summer, maybe it’s time to learn a new language with Mango Languages, an app that’s free to use with your library card. It has more than 70 languages available, from French to Japanese to Tagalog. Sections

guide you through vocabulary and pronunciation for all kinds of situations In addition to this, at Central Library there’s Kōrero Kawhe, a nice relaxed drop-in session where you can practice and polish your reo Māori, whatever level you’re at. Kōrero Kawhe is held every Wednesday in the Oroua Room on ground Floor Give yourself the gift of becoming a polyglot this year!

If you’re relaxing somewhere and can’t make it in to the library as long as you have an internet connection, you can still browse through the massive collection of movies at Kanopy, Beamafilm, or Hoopla You’ll find ebooks and e-audiobooks at BorrowBox or Libby Comics Plus has a huge range of – you guessed it – comics. There are all sorts of digital delights awaiting you, so you don’t have to panic if you run out of physical books

On the other hand, if you’re thinking about going old-school with your media, there is now a portable DVD player you can borrow, as well as a few portable turntables. Sometimes there are things you just can’t find in streaming-land, and it’s great to be able to still see that movie or listen to that album, even if you don’t have a player yourself Most

of these players are at Central Library, but you can place a hold and have one sent to whichever location is best for you.

In March, the City Library hosts a Heritage Festival, with a packed programme for you to peruse It includes talks, walks, and guided tours, offering something for every interest The full programme will be posted on www citylibrary pncc.govt.nz once all the times are confirmed

Don’t tell anyone but we’re planning to run a Winter Reading programme for adults this year, like the children’s Summer Reading programme but adult-ier You’ll read books, log them online, then use your astounding stats as a flex over your friends and nemeses

Details are yet to be finalised, so please keep it under your hat for now

As we look ahead to February, there’s Lunar New Year to look forward to, as well as Festival Of Cultures. The Library usually has a presence at these events, and also has resources to help you learn more about them. The Community Languages area has books in several different languages, for example Pop in to Central Library and have a look!

Till next time, happy reading

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Manawatū What’s On

February/Hui-Tānguru 2026

EXHIBITIONS

UNTIL FEBRUARY 28:

RegionalEmbroideryExhibition:RoadTrips- to mark the opening of Te Ahu a Turanga 10am – 5pm, Te Manawa ArtGal ery 326 Main St Info temanawa co nz, 06 355 5000

AlanaMaysArtPop-Up, 154 The Square Info alanamayscreations com

FROM FEBRUARY 7

SunEarthandMoonbyNamuArt, FREE 9am – 5pm Monday – Fr day, Square Edge Community Arts 47 The Square Info commun tyarts org nz/ PERFORMANCES

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 5

Fresh&FunnyOpenMicComedywithAnyaRzhevitskaya–7pm, Globe Theatre 312 Main St Info comedyhubpalmycom, globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409

WAITANGI DAY - FRIDAY FEBRUARY 6

Rongotea&DistrictsLionsWaitangiDayGala –Monster auction, marching team, highland dancing rides, and Top School compet tion, KOHA entry – 8am-2 30pm Te Kawau Memorial Recreat onal Centre, Wye St, Rongotea Info rongoteal ons co nz/ GypsyFair 1/3 9am – 5pm, Rai way Reserve, Church St Info gypsyfa rnz

WaitangiDay–FREE 10am – 2pm, Te Marae o Hine Info PNevents@pncc govt nz 06 356 8199

ENZEDSuperstockTeamsChampionshipWeekend– FREE public scrut neer ng, 12 30pm – 3pm, Te Marae o Hine Info facebook com/pnspeedway; 0800 383688

CraftsEats&Beats– food, fun, crafts & live music FREE entry 4pm – 8pm, Te Marae o Hine Info facebook com/events

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7

AshhurstVillageFarmersMarket- 8am-1pm 71 Cambridge Ave Info facebook com/people/Ashhurst-Village-Market

GypsyFair 2/3 9am – 5pm Ra lway Reserve Church St. Info gypsyfa rnz

ScottCook&PamelaMae–North American troubadours 730pm, Globe Theatre 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409

ENZEDSuperstockTeamsChampionshipWeekend

Teamchampsgig - Telcospec Speedway Sounds ft Dadbod, Flux, Bad Schematics, Donal Gunning The Bucks, Beef 10pm–1am, Moxies Café George St, Info facebook com/PNCityCouncil, 06 356 8199

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 8

GypsyFair3/3, 9am – 5pm, Railway Reserve Church St Info gypsyfa rnz

ENZEDSuperstockTeamsChampionshipWeekendV8&Eats

– Cars, food trucks & local musos 10 30am-1pm, Te Marae o Hine/ The Square Info facebook com/PNC tyCouncil 06 356 8199

FeildingLunchontheSquare–EatStreetMarket: Food music and market, 10am – 2pm, ManchesterSquare Feilding Info: feild ng co nz, 06 323 3318

MONDAY FEBRUARY 9

IanFarmer-2-3,30pm, City M ssion Friendship Centre 338 Church St Info 06 355 1204, info@citymiss on co nz

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 12.

Flynn’sCelticStrings- 730pm, Globe Theatre 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 13

Tap &ImpromptuCompetitions– Palmerston North Dance Assoc at on 1/3 6pm G obe Theatre 312 Main St. Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409 pnda nz/compet tions

RegionalTheatreAwards– a gala dress-up nightto applaud the shows of 2025, 730pm Pa merston North Conference & Function Centre Main St Info venuespn co nz/ ThePinkHammer by Miche e Amas, AshhurstDrama Group, 1/6 730pm AshhurstSchool Ha l, 88 Cambridge Ave Info facebook com/ashhurstdrama

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 14 – VALENTINES DAY

Tap &ImpromptuCompetitions–Palmerston North Dance Assoc at on 2/3 8 30am, 1pm, 6pm - Globe Theatre, 312 Ma n St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409, pnda nz/competitions

MedievalMarket– 9am-4 30pm, API Showgrounds Victoria St Levin Info facebook com/events/levin-showgrounds/medievamarket

ManawatūCraft&FoodFair–FREE entry, 10am – 3pm, Barber Hall Wa degrave St Info manawatucraftandfoodfairco nz

ZManuWorldChampsPapaiōea/PalmerstonNorth – 10am3.30pm L do Aquatic Centre Park Rd. Info manuworldchamps com

LunarNewYear–TheYearoftheHorse, FREE entry, 11am –2pm, Te Marae o Hine/The Square Info PNEvents@pncc govt nz 06 356 8199

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper

starring Mark Hadlow, 6 30pm, Centrepoint Theatre Church St Info centrepoint co nz 06 354 5740

VineethSreenivasanLiveNZ, 7pm, Regent on Broadway Info regent co nz/shows 06 350 2100

ThePinkHammer by Michele Amas Ashhurst Drama Group 2/6, 730pm, Ashhurst School Ha l, 88 Cambridge Ave Info facebook com/ashhurstdrama

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 15

Tap &ImpromptuCompetitions– Palmerston North Dance Association, 3/3 8 30am, 1pm - G obe Theatre, 312 Ma n St Info globetheatreco nz 06 351 4409, pnda nz/competitions

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper, starring Mark Hadlow, 4pm, Centrepoint Theatre, Church St Info centrepoint co nz 06 354 5740

MONDAY FEBRUARY 16

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm, Massey University

Hokowhitu Campus Tennent Dr Info tetiraahupae ac nz

TheStitchburyBros- 2-3,30pm, City Mission Friendship Centre 338 Church St. Info 06 355 1204 nfo@c tymission. co nz

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 17

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11.59pm Massey University

Hokowhitu Campus Tennent Dr Info tetiraahupae ac nz

BlakePavey–Live– 7pm, Globe Theatre, 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz 06 351 4409

Australia’sThunderFromDownUnder730pm, Regent on Broadway Info regent co nz/shows 06 350 2100

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 18

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm, Massey University

Hokowhitu Campus Tennent Dr Info tetiraahupae ac nz

AutumnShow-Rongotea&DistrictHorticultural&Produce Society– 1-4pm, Te Kawau Memorial Recreation Centre, Wye St, Rongotea Info facebook com/rongoteahorticulturalsociety

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper, starring Mark Hadlow, 6 30pm, Centrepoint Theatre, Church St Info centrepoint co.nz 06 354 5740

AvalancheCity&MountainBoy– 7pm, Globe Theatre, 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 19

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm, Massey University

Hokowhitu Campus Tennent Dr Info tetiraahupae ac nz

FestivalofCultures–MulticulturalFamilyMovieNight FREE entry, 6 30pm, Te Marae o H ne/The Square Info PNEvents@ pncc govt nz, 06 356 8199

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper, starring Mark Hadlow, 6 30pm, Centrepoint Theatre, Church St Info centrepoint co nz 06 354 5740

TheAddamsFamilyMusical– New Stage Product ons 1/7, 730pm, Ngaere Ngatuere Auditorium, 391 Church St Info newstageproductions.com

Macbeth–ManawatūSummerShakespeare, directorRachel Lenart, 1/8, 730pm, Victoria Esplanade Koha Info facebook com/manawatusummershakespeare

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 20

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm, Massey University

Hokowhitu Campus Tennent Dr Info tetiraahupae ac nz FestivalofCultures–MulticulturalCarnivalandParade, FREE entry, 5pm – 10pm, Te Marae o H ne/The Square Info PNEvents@pncc govt nz, 06 356 8199

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper, starring Mark Hadlow, 6 30pm, Centrepoint Theatre, Church St Info centrepoint co nz 06 354 5740

PalmyComedyFest2026– Tony Lyell: One N ght Tony, 645pm; Mo Munn & Q Potts: Driving Me Crazy 7.50pm; Kajun Brooking: Me Being Me, 8 55pm; Late Night Line-up, 10pm, Globe Theatre, 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409 comedyhubpalmycom/

TheAddamsFamilyMusical– New Stage Product ons 2/7, 7pm Ngaere Ngatuere Auditorium, 391 Church St Info newstageproductions com

ThePinkHammerby Michele Amas Ashhurst Drama Group, 3/6 7.30pm Ashhurst School Hal 88 Cambridge Ave. Info facebook com/ashhurstdrama

Macbeth–ManawatūSummerShakespeare, directorRachel Lenart, 2/8, 730pm, Victoria Esplanade Koha Info facebook com/manawatusummershakespeare

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 21

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm, Massey University Hokowhitu Campus Tennent Dr Info tetiraahupae ac nz

AshhurstVillageFarmersMarket- 8am-1pm 71 Cambridge Ave Info facebook com/people/Ashhurst-Village-Market FestivalofCultures–WorldFood,Craft&MusicFair, FREE entry, 10am – 4pm Te Marae o Hine/The Square Info PNEvents@pncc govt nz, 06 356 8199

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra)by Gregory Cooper starring Mark Hadlow 4pm CentrepointTheatre Church St Info centrepoint co nz, 06 354 5740

PalmyComedyFest2026–Rhian Wood-Hall: Tooth ess 645pm; Kipl ng DC’s Lemonade (& Friends 750pm; Dy an Stewart Pendejo, 8 55pm Late N ghtLine-up 10pm, Globe Theatre, 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409, comedyhubpalmycom

TheAddamsFamilyMusical – New Stage Productions 3/7 730pm Ngaere Ngatuere Auditorium 391 Church St Info newstageproduct ons com

ThePinkHammer by Michele Amas AshhurstDrama Group, 4/6, 730pm AshhurstSchoo Hall 88 Cambridge Ave Info facebook com/ ashhurstdrama

Macbeth–ManawatūSummerShakespeare, directorRache Lenart, 3/8, 730pm Victoria Esplanade Koha Info facebook com/ manawatusummershakespeare

MoneyForOldRope– plays the Cossie Club, 730pm, 22 Linton St Info pncossieclubco nz/what-s-on, 06 357 6022 Turbostil –25yearscelebration+OldManPine– 8pm Snails Artist Run Spaces 103 Taonui St Info facebook com/sna lsartistrunspace/ SUNDAY FEBRUARY22

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm Massey University Hokowhitu Campus TennentDr Info tet raahupae ac nz ‘Have-A-Go’Day– meetp ayers coaches & volunteers; 10am-1pm, Manfeild Park fe lding co nz, 06 323 3318 sportmanawatu org nz FestivalofCultures–Teas&CoffeesoftheWorld 2pm-5pm, Cacia Birch House Te Awe Awe St Info PNEvents@pncc govt nz 06 356 8199

TheAddamsFamilyMusical– New Stage Productions, 4/7, 2pm Ngaere Ngatuere Auditorium, 391 Church St Info newstageproduct ons com

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper starring Mark Hadlow, 4pm, Centrepo ntTheatre, Church St Info centrepoint co nz 06 354 5740

Macbeth–ManawatūSummerShakespeare, directorRache Lenart, 4/8, 5pm Victoria Esplanade Koha Info facebook com/ manawatusummershakespeare

MONDAY FEBRUARY23

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm Massey University Hokowhitu Campus TennentDr Info tet raahupae ac nz

TheMaturettes-2-3 30pm City Miss on Fr endship Centre 338 Church St Info 06 355 1204, info@citymiss on co nz

TUESDAY FEBRUARY24

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm Massey University Hokowhitu Campus TennentDr Info tet raahupae ac nz

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY25

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm Massey University Hokowhitu Campus TennentDr Info tet raahupae ac nz

TheRockOrchestrabyCandlelight, 5pm & 8 30pm, Regenton Broadway Info regent co nz/shows 06 350 2100

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper starring Mark Hadlow, 6 30pm, CentrepointTheatre, Church St Info centrepo nt co nz 06 354 5740

Macbeth–ManawatūSummerShakespeare, directorRachel Lenart, 5/8, 730pm Victoria Esplanade Koha Info facebook com/ manawatusummershakespeare THURSDAY FEBRUARY26

ManawatūO-Week– 9am–11 59pm Massey University Hokowhitu Campus TennentDr Info tet raahupae ac nz

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper starring Mark Hadlow, 6 30pm, CentrepointTheatre, Church St Info centrepo nt co nz 06 354 5740

Macbeth–ManawatūSummerShakespeare, directorRache Lenart 6/8 730pm Victoria Esplanade Koha Info facebook com/ manawatusummershakespeare FRIDAY FEBRUARY27

ManawatūO-Week– FINALE, 9am–11 59pm Massey Univers ty Hokowhitu Campus TennentDr Info tetiraahupae ac nz

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper starring Mark Hadlow, 6 30pm, CentrepointTheatre, Church St Info centrepo nt co.nz 06 354 5740.

PalmyComedyFest2026– Matthew Wi ley Exp ains… 645pm; Corin Healy: Office Jerk, 750pm; T mProvise 8 55pm; Late Night L ne-up 10pm, Globe Theatre, 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz 06 351 4409 comedyhubpa mycom

HolyGra lGrandOpeningWeekend-1/2 T gerl liy Ar i Jade & Twisted, 7pm-3am, Holy Grail 511 Main St Info holygrail nz

TheAddamsFamilyMusical–New Stage Productions 5/7 730pm Ngaere Ngatuere Auditorium 391 Church St Info newstageproduct ons com

ThePinkHammerby Michele Amas, AshhurstDrama Group 5/6 730pm AshhurstSchoo Hall 88 Cambridge Ave Info facebook com/ ashhurstdrama

Macbeth–ManawatūSummerShakespeare directorRachel Lenart, 7/8, 730pm Victoria Esplanade Koha Info facebook com/manawatusummershakespeare

TheAddamsFamilyMusical– New Stage Productions, 1/6 730pm, Ngaere Ngatuere Auditorium 391 Church St Info newstageproduct ons com

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 28

EthkickMulticultural6-AsideFestivalofCulturesFootball Tournament- 9am–5pm, Central Energy Trust Arena, Pascal St Info mmcnz org nz

CentralDistrictsRabbitClubShow– 10.30am-3pm St James Catho ic School Albert St, Hokowhitu Info facebook com/ groups/147011505502071/

Rockstock–Rock,BBQandTattooFestival– live music ft Kaosis Government Pest Midnight Sw tch Bad Schemat cs Thunderfoot Feral p us food vendors 11am-9pm Te Marae o Hine/The Square Info Rockstock co nz, Railtix co nz, Eventbrite co nz

Sip&SavourManawatū–Food, drink and l ve music, R18, 12 noon – 7pm H winui Country Estate 465 Ashhurst Rd Info hiwinui.co.nz

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper, starring Mark Hadlow, 4pm, Centrepoint Theatre Church St Info centrepoint co nz 06 354 5740

PalmyComedyFest2026–Heta Dawson The Koro Chronic es 645pm; Agnew Widfeldt & Mave: Bits In Pieces, 750pm; Bitter, Tw sted Chaos 8 55pm; Late N ght Line-up 10pm, G obe Theatre, 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz 06 351 4409 comedyhubpalmycom

TheAddamsFamilyMusical– New Stage Productions 6/7 730pm Ngaere Ngatuere Auditorium, 391 Church St Info newstageproductions com

ThePinkHammer by Michele Amas, Ashhurst Drama Group FINAL, 730pm, Ashhurst Schoo Hall, 88 Cambridge Ave Info facebook com/ashhurstdrama

Macbeth–ManawatūSummerShakespeare,directorRachel Lenart, FINAL, 730pm, Victoria Esp anade Koha Info facebook com/manawatusummershakespeare

TheWarratahs–730pm Globe Theatre 312 Main St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409

HolyGrailGrandOpeningWeekend– 2/2; Teddy Cream & Karn Hal , 11pm-3am, Holy Grai , 511 Main St Info holygrail nz

SUNDAY MARCH 1

ExploreEsplanadeDay– FREE, 10am -3pm, Victor a Esplanade, Info PNevents@pncc govt nz, 06 356 8199

TheAddamsFamilyMusical– New Stage Productions FINAL, 2pm, Ngaere Ngatuere Auditor um, 391 Church St Info newstageproductions com

SundayMatineeSeries:TheLysightProjectWind&Piano Ensemble- koha $5+, 2 30pm Globe Theatre, Ma n St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409

GOMIL(GrumpyOldManinLycra) by Gregory Cooper, starring Mark Hadlow, FINAL 4pm Centrepoint Theatre, Church St Info centrepoint co nz 06 354 5740

TUESDAY MARCH 3

Zonnis– 730pm, Globe Theatre, 312 Main St Info globetheatre co nz 06 351 4409

FRIDAY MARCH 6

PalmyComedyFest2026–Geoff Rissole: Geoffinately Maybe? 645pm; TylerBrai ey Desperate ForLav ty, 750pm; Callum Wagstaff: I Want YourKidney 8 55pm Late Night L ne-up 10pm, Globe Theatre, 312 Ma n St Info globetheatreco nz, 06 351 4409, comedyhubpalmycom

SATURDAY MARCH 7

FordRangerNewZealandRuralGames-Kids n’Country–FREE, games, prizes -10am -1pm, ManchesterSquare Feilding Info: fe lding co nz, 06 323 3318

PalmyComedyFest2026– Samantha Hannah 6.45pm Snap: Old, 750pm; Joel V nsen: Joels LairOf Laughs 8 55pm; Late N ght Line-up, 10pm, Globe Theatre 312 Main St Info globetheatre co nz 06 351 4409, comedyhubpalmycom

Flamencodanza-7pm Globe Theatre 312 Main St Info sixtosixtynz.com/ globetheatre.co.nz 06 351 4409. SUNDAY MARCH 8

FeildingLunchontheSquare–EatStreetMarket:Food music and market 10am – 2pm, ManchesterSquare Feilding Info fei ding co nz 06 323 3318

D scla mer: Harcourts Whats On is an attemptto corral a months worth of reg onal Manawatū shows performances fest vals community and cultural events foreasy day-by-day reference tdoes notcla m to be defin tive

Whi e every efforthas been made to accurate y l stevents theirvenues and t mes patrons are adv sed to check forany addit ons changes cancel ations and postponements

NB Un ess there are spec al c rcumstances - sport ng events; movies; workshops; c asses rel gious orsp ritual sessions and services publ c meet ngs and addresses productpromotions presentat ons and aunches w l be exc uded

Forcons derat on of a FREE l sting ema l goto st@gma com w th a brief event descript on including p ace dates t mes and contactdeta ls by 20th of the month priorto the event

Prepared by Look Out Commun cations

February 06

Waitangi Day 10am–2pm

TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare

20 26 0 6

February 14

ENZED Superstock Teams Champs Qualifying 61PascalSt PalmerstonNorth ENZED Superstock Teams Champs Finals 61PascalSt PalmerstonNorth

Lunar NewYear 11am-2pm

TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare

February 22 Sunday

Festival ofCultures

Teas,Coffees +Bevergesof theWorld 2pm-5pm CacciaBirchHouse

Festival ofCultures

MulticulturalFamily MovieNight 6pm-8.30pm

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TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare Festival ofCultures WorldFair 10.30am -3.30pm TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare

Explore Esplanade Day 10am–3pm VictoriaEsplanade

Festivalof Colours

5pm–8pm

TeMaraeoHine –TheSquare