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Welcome to the official page for Palmy and Manawatū, established by CEDA (Central Economic Development Agency) the official organisation responsible for promoting the region. This page has been created as a hub for people who are planning to visit, have visited, or simply have a great love for Palmy and Manawatū. We hope this page provides you inspiration to come and experience our unique part of

New Zealand! Manawatū's awe-inspiring landscape sweep from the sea to the ranges, and offers a unique place to cycle, walk/hike and discover historic heritage. We have a diverse range of places to stay, from charming B&Bs and tranquil mountain cottages to modern country retreats and traditional farmstays for the family. CEDA does NOT claim ANY ownership rights in photos that you post on our ‘wall’. However, by posting a photo on our wall you hereby grant to CEDA a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, revocable, non-transferable, perpetual licence to use, modify, delete from, add to, publicly display and/or reproduce, publish, communicate to the public your photo, including without limitation in any online media formats and through any social media channels, pages or accounts and to authorise other persons to do any of those things. You consent to any act or omission which would otherwise infringe your moral rights in the photo. You warrant that you have authority to post the photo to our wall and to grant the licence above and that the photo and the exercise of the licence will not infringe the rights of any other person, including copyright, moral rights, rights relating to privacy and personal information. You can revoke this licence at any time by contacting us in writing at [email protected] and informing us that you no longer want us to use your photo.

Fresh air, your favourite friends and a full picnic basket—what more could you need on a sunny summer's afternoon? 🌞🥪Sim...
05/11/2024

Fresh air, your favourite friends and a full picnic basket—what more could you need on a sunny summer's afternoon? 🌞🥪

Simmer down in the sand or under a tree and enjoy the stunning scenery while indulging in your favorite treats! Here are some picnic-perfect parks and reserves for an alfresco dining.

Check them out: https://manawatunz.co.nz/stories/picnic-perfect-spots-for-lunch-in-the-sun/

🌷 GET INTO OUR BEST BLOOMERS!! 🌷Manawatū Gardens Festival 2024 is almost here! Featuring 20 gardens of all shapes and si...
03/11/2024

🌷 GET INTO OUR BEST BLOOMERS!! 🌷

Manawatū Gardens Festival 2024 is almost here! Featuring 20 gardens of all shapes and sizes as well as the ultimate garden country fair, there’s plenty to see and something for everyone!

📅 9th - 17th November 2024

To learn more, including entry information and opening hours of each garden, visit: https://manawatunz.co.nz/gardens-festival/

Experience a taste of farm life at the Manawatū A&P Show 2024!There's entertainment out the gate with alpaca, dairy, pig...
28/10/2024

Experience a taste of farm life at the Manawatū A&P Show 2024!

There's entertainment out the gate with alpaca, dairy, pig and sheep breed shows as well as equestrian, sheep shearing and handling, sheep dog trials and more!

📍 Manfeild Park, Feilding
🗓 Saturday, 2nd of November

Find out more: https://manawatunz.co.nz/events/manawatu-ap-show-2024/

🌞 Long weekend inspo! ‍🌞There's heaaaaaaps to cram into those precious three days... Check out ManawatuNZ.co.nz/explore/...
24/10/2024

🌞 Long weekend inspo! ‍🌞

There's heaaaaaaps to cram into those precious three days... Check out ManawatuNZ.co.nz/explore/ for itinerary ideas, suggested activities or browse through a specific category.

Find a secluded stay, the perfect coffee spot, practice your golf-swing on a world-class golf course or get your heart pumping on a scenic tramp!

Explore things to see and do in Manawatū and Palmerston North. Get off the beaten track and find hidden gems, epic trails to shred, and food to die for.

Sunshine and cycling? Yes please 🙏Don't have your own bike? Don't worry! Check out Fiore E-Bike hire or Green Bikes for ...
22/10/2024

Sunshine and cycling? Yes please 🙏

Don't have your own bike? Don't worry! Check out Fiore E-Bike hire or Green Bikes for some rented wheels.

PLUS, read our piece linked below for cycle-route inspo!

Have a go at one of these cycle trails in the Manawatū, there's a trail for every kind of fitness level

Manawatū is 50 Shades of Green 💚🌳We love a dense native canopy but it's not often you can appreciate the view from above...
16/10/2024

Manawatū is 50 Shades of Green 💚🌳

We love a dense native canopy but it's not often you can appreciate the view from above! If this image calls to you like it does us, check out some of our favourite native bush walks in Manawatū: https://manawatunz.co.nz/explore/active/walks-and-hikes/

Thank you to for capturing this lush shot!

📍 Hall Block Road

🚨 Events alert 🚨¡Salud! Fest is THIS Saturday! If you haven't bought your tickets to this bougie day out, this is your f...
14/10/2024

🚨 Events alert 🚨

¡Salud! Fest is THIS Saturday! If you haven't bought your tickets to this bougie day out, this is your final reminder! Get on those group chats and make sure you and your mates' Saturday is one to remember.

We also have The Globe going off on Saturday, with both Swamp City Big Band AND comedian, Ben Hurley, in the house.

Check out Manawatū's event page for more info: https://manawatunz.co.nz/explore/events/

With the daylight hours stretching out, you might be looking for somewhere to stretch your legs too! 🚶‍♀️Manawatū has so...
11/10/2024

With the daylight hours stretching out, you might be looking for somewhere to stretch your legs too! 🚶‍♀️

Manawatū has some stunning walks where you can hit your stride, but why not start with sliding one of these short walks into your day?

Read it via the link in bio!

FARMY FUN IN FEILDING FRIDAY! 🐑🚜Feilding Rural Day is an iconic annual event that celebrates our rural heritage, is a gr...
10/10/2024

FARMY FUN IN FEILDING FRIDAY! 🐑🚜

Feilding Rural Day is an iconic annual event that celebrates our rural heritage, is a great day for families and a lot of light-hearted fun!

Manchester Square will be packed with farm animals, non-stop entertainment, rides, fun rural activities and competitions so get amongst it!!

📆 TOMORROW: October 11th, 9:30am - 3pm
📍 Manchester Square, Feilding

Learn more: https://manawatunz.co.nz/events/feilding-rural-day/

🌷 Manawatū is blooming 🌷From traditional English rose gardens to sprawling country gardens and wild wetlands, Manawatū i...
08/10/2024

🌷 Manawatū is blooming 🌷

From traditional English rose gardens to sprawling country gardens and wild wetlands, Manawatū is home to a large collection of diverse and breathtaking gardens.

Get out and smell the roses while they're blossoming! Here are just a few of our finest gardens: https://manawatunz.co.nz/stories/gardens-to-visit-in-manawatu/

🌷 GET INTO OUR BEST BLOOMERS!! 🌷Manawatū Gardens Festival 2024 is coming this November! Featuring 20 gardens of all shap...
02/10/2024

🌷 GET INTO OUR BEST BLOOMERS!! 🌷

Manawatū Gardens Festival 2024 is coming this November! Featuring 20 gardens of all shapes and sizes as well as the ultimate garden country fair, there’s plenty to see and something for everyone!

From award winning public gardens and rambling country estates right through to small cottage gardens and wild wetlands, explore them all over this 9-day festival.

📅 9th - 17th November 2024

To learn more, including entry information and opening hours of each garden, visit: https://manawatunz.co.nz/gardens-festival/

It's tiiiiiiiiiiiime!! 🌈🌈The most ✨ FABULOUS ✨ week in Manawatū is officially here, with Palmy Drag Fest events kicking ...
30/09/2024

It's tiiiiiiiiiiiime!! 🌈🌈

The most ✨ FABULOUS ✨ week in Manawatū is officially here, with Palmy Drag Fest events kicking off this Wednesday and taking us right through to Sunday!

There's still a handful of tickets left for the big show (if you've left it to the last minute), or for the more organised who are looking to do even more with their visit to Manawatū, check out our curated itinerary suggestions via the link below!

https://manawatunz.co.nz/explore/palmy-drag-fest-itinerary/

Daylight savings starts this weekend! 📣Get started on those summer feels early! Make the most of the extra sunshine in y...
27/09/2024

Daylight savings starts this weekend! 📣

Get started on those summer feels early! Make the most of the extra sunshine in your day and take the whānau outside for some outdoor family fun this weekend.

Get some outdoor inspo here: https://manawatunz.co.nz/stories/outdoor-family-fun/

Take the plunge into a verdant wonderland when you walk the stunning Sledge Track!🌳🌴 Thank you to  for sharing this gorg...
26/09/2024

Take the plunge into a verdant wonderland when you walk the stunning Sledge Track!🌳🌴

Thank you to for sharing this gorgeous shot!

📍 Arapuke Forest Park, Palmerston North

// A WINNER FOR THIS GIVEAWAY HAS NOW BEEN DRAWN //🍹 WIN A VIP TERRACE TABLE AT ¡SALUD! FESTIVAL!! 🍹Go in the draw to wi...
24/09/2024

// A WINNER FOR THIS GIVEAWAY HAS NOW BEEN DRAWN //

🍹 WIN A VIP TERRACE TABLE AT ¡SALUD! FESTIVAL!! 🍹

Go in the draw to win a whole VIP Terrace Table for 10 PLUS one free beverage per person at the upcoming ¡Salud! Festival!

Don't miss out on this relaxed, yet upmarket day out in Palmy which will showcase boutique distilleries, breweries and beverage producers from Manawatū and across New Zealand! There'll also be epic entertainment and great food available too!

🗓 Saturday the 19th of October, 12pm-7pm
📍 Awapuni Racecourse
🔞 ¡Salud! Festival! is strictly R18

To be in to win this fabulous prize, follow Palmy & Manawatū on Facebook and tag who you'd take with you below! The winner will be drawn Friday, the 4th of October.

For more information, visit: https://manawatunz.co.nz/events/salud-festival/



DISCLAIMER: Please note that we will not be messaging anyone before the 4th of October nor will we ask you to follow any external links. Please report any account acting suspiciously.

Spring into some action in Manawatū! 🌞🌷With blossom-lined shopping precincts, new lambs bouncing alongside our scenic dr...
18/09/2024

Spring into some action in Manawatū! 🌞🌷

With blossom-lined shopping precincts, new lambs bouncing alongside our scenic driving routes and dozens on dozens of public gardens in bloom, Manawatū is the perfect place to embrace the delights of the season!

Here are our top things to include in your spring-time itinerary in Manawatū! https://manawatunz.co.nz/stories/top-things-to-do-in-spring-in-manawatu/

Manawatū is blooming! 🌸🌸And we're not the only ones appreciating the blossom-lined streets. Keep your eyes out for Tui a...
16/09/2024

Manawatū is blooming! 🌸🌸

And we're not the only ones appreciating the blossom-lined streets. Keep your eyes out for Tui and wax-eyes enjoying a spring time treat!

Cheers to for capturing this delightful moment!

📍 Victoria Esplanade, Palmerston North

THIS WEEKEND: Manawatū Tattoo 2024! 🎺👢Celebrate local and military history through this action-packed show! Including a ...
11/09/2024

THIS WEEKEND: Manawatū Tattoo 2024! 🎺👢

Celebrate local and military history through this action-packed show! Including a cast of around 200 local, national and international performers from the Manawatū Pipe and Brass Bands and Hato Paora College through to The New Zealand Army Band and Suzanne Prentice!

Get in on the action this 14-15th of September at Manfeild Park Stadium!

Learn more and buy tickets here: https://manawatunz.co.nz/events/manawatu-tattoo-2024/

// A WINNER OF THIS GIVEAWAY HAS NOW BEEN DRAWN //WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO THE MUDDER!! 🏃‍♀️💪Get your hands dirty with this ...
09/09/2024

// A WINNER OF THIS GIVEAWAY HAS NOW BEEN DRAWN //

WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO THE MUDDER!! 🏃‍♀️💪

Get your hands dirty with this unique obstacle course in the rugged and hilly Rangitīkei. A self-proclaimed "filthy and fun event", The Mudder is the perfect way to let go of your inhibitions and enjoy some good old-fashioned, lung-burning fun.

Tag who you'd want to get muddy with, and go in the draw. A winner will be drawn Wednesday the 18th of September.

The Mudder
🗓 Saturday, 21st of September
📍 498 Makuhou Road, Marton (Rangitīkei Farmstay woolshed)

Learn more here: https://manawatunz.co.nz/events/the-mudder-2024/

Rangitikei Farmstay

DISCLAIMER: Please note that we will not be messaging anyone before the 18th of September nor will we ask you to follow any external links. Please report any account acting suspiciously.

Put some Spring in your step this September with Manawatū's jam-packed events calendar! 🗓Get groovy with the New Zealand...
03/09/2024

Put some Spring in your step this September with Manawatū's jam-packed events calendar! 🗓

Get groovy with the New Zealand Blues, Roots and Groove festival, serve up some action at the Davis Tennis World Cup, add some drama with a ticket to Kinky Boots, get your hands dirty at The Mudder, or head along to the spectacular Manawatū Tattoo featuring the New Zealand Army Band!

Looking ahead? The events just keep coming in October and November, with Palmy Drag Fest, ¡Salud! Festival, Rural Day, Art Trail Manawatū, Manawatū Gardens Festival and way more!

Check out https://manawatunz.co.nz/explore/events/ for more!

Find out what's on in Manawatu. There's an amazing selection of festivals, sport and concerts happening year round. Discover Manawatu's calendar of events.

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