Our group was founded in 1947 and is affiliated with the New Zealand Rose Society (Inc). Our motto is to implant the roses in the hearts and gardens of the people of New Zealand. We do this by sharing information and knowledge on how to grow good roses in the Manawatū region. This is done through our newsletter and other publications, meetings with guest speakers and demonstrations and visits to gardens and other places of interest. Members also have a wide range of other garden interests besides roses so they are also incorporated into our events.  

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The Palmerston North Bridge Club was established in 1946 as a membership club for those who enjoy duplicate bridge. Duplicate bridge is a partnership game that requires prior knowledge of the game (i.e. you have to have learnt how to play, probably in formal classes). We run 5 playing sessions a week – targeting different levels of the game of bridge - and also provide a 12 week class for those wishing to learn to play the game.  The Club is affiliated to New Zealand Bridge and takes part in an annual programme of national tournaments and events.

The Club has rooms on Cuba Street consisting of a large hall and a smaller hall with full kitchen facilities. It is available for hire to suitable groups for suitable purposes!
Enquiries phone Maxine 027 5347410


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Belly dance classes for Every Body!
Hipnotize has been sharing belly dance with the community for over 20 years. Our classes are welcoming, energetic, and most of all fun!
Hipnotize classes start with the fundamentals for all Belly Dance stylisations, adding layering, musicality, improvisation, choreographies and performance techniques.
No dance experience is required for the Fundamental classes and though primarily aimed at beginners, are open for all levels. 
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced Belly dancer we have a class for you. 

Register though the website link or message/email Monique & Anoushka for more information. 

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Environment Network Manawatū is the environmental hub for our region, underpinning and supporting 60 plus member groups.  ENM coordinates two collectives:
•	Manawatū Food Action Network (MFAN) bringing social service and environmental organisations together to improve equitable access to healthy food.  MFAN is currently implementing the 4412 Kai Resilience Project. 
•	Manawatū River Source to Sea (S2S) supporting membership collaboration and collective action to enhance biodiversity throughout the Manawatū River catchment.  S2S’s projects are the Plastic Pollution Challenge, Ruahine Kiwi and Palmerston North Repair Cafe

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Our purpose is to empower people to achieve excellence, through the world of martial arts.

We aim to do this by making martial arts accessible and available, providing the best martial arts experience possible, inspiring people to achieve great things, by applying the relentless pursuit of excellence and providing a model of continuous improvement to stay up to date, relevant and provide the best service we can to you.

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The MRCCC is operated at our track located at 21 Raukawa Road. The club runs 9 months outdoors then moves indoors for winter racing. Racing every 3 weeks throughout the year. 

The club is a member of the NZRCA, the national body for RC racing in NZ. 

We race electric off-road cars and are focused on family and youth development, as well as catering for everyone that comes along.

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Established as an incorporated society in 1977, the club encourages and promotes the sport of freshwater fishing.  

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Scottish country dancing is a social form of dance with its roots in the communal rural dances of Britain.  

Unlike Highland dancing, Scottish country is in groups of six to eight people, is much more relaxed, there are no bagpipes, and kilts are definitely not required.  All you need are soft-soled shoes, the ability to count to eight, and time to come along to have fun accompanied by lively Celtic music.  

No partner is required, but you can certainly bring a friend if you wish!  

Beginners are always welcome – tuition is given.


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Marist Marist Netball, as it is now known, has been a force in the Manawatu Netball scene for over half a century. Originally called St. Joseph's Old Girls (coached by Betty Steffenson) and later named Convent Old Girls, it became Marist in 1987. However, the club's players continue to wear the traditional black and white colours that are symbolic of the catholic Sisters of Mercy Order. This Order made a huge contribution to both primary and secondary education in New Zealand including Palmerston North from the 1920's until 1987 when the last nun (Sr Clare Vaughan) was farewelled at St Peter's College. The Sisters passed on their love of netball to all the girls in their charge and thus created a foundation for Marist Netball and kindred clubs throughout the country. 

Probably the best years of Marist Netball were in the 80’s when the club had a dozen or more teams playing each season. However as was the trend of the times, when other sports became popular, the number of teams dropped away. However, we currently field 12 teams from Premier grades through to Social.

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PNTMC was formed in December 1965 by a group of enthusiastic trampers and mountaineers, with its first trip to Field Hut in the Tararuas on the 6th February 1966. Since then the Club has grown and currently has around 70 members.

Our aims include organising tramping and/or climbing trips each weekend, fostering the interaction of people with a common enthusiasm for the outdoors and facilitating members to develop skills necessary for safe and self-sufficient travel in forest and alpine environments. For many years, the Club had a hut (Rangi Hut) situated just above the bush line on the western side of the Ruahine Ranges. The current hut is now owned and managed by the Department of Conservation. A display board in this hut records PNTMC’s association with the area. In 2012 the club entered into a management agreement with DOC to provide support and strategic advice regarding Rangi Hut and to take over maintenance of Ngamoko and Mid-Pohangina Huts, in the Ruahine Forest Park.

The Club is an affiliated member of the Federation of Mountain Clubs of New Zealand (FMC) as we believe it is important to have an effective lobby group acting on behalf of our members at a national level.

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The Manawatu Overtones is a Women’s Chorus who sing a cappella, four-part harmony in the barbershop style.  Our chorus was first formed in 2004 and currently has approximately 35 members.  We are an auditioned chorus and members, although not required to read music, must be able to sing holding their part (whether it be Lead, Baritone, Tenor or Bass) while other parts may be singing around them.

Leads sing the melody, Baritones provide the fill-in notes and round out the harmony, Tenors have a light, sweet, pure tone to their voice and sing the highest part while basses have the lowest voices and  provide the foundation for the harmony.

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Hockey Manawatū provides social experiences, facilities, competitions, and programmes to people of all ages, genders, ethnicities or abilities to enjoy, participate, develop, and perform in sport and recreation, with a focus on hockey. We have a fully operational cafe and bar, and facilities suitable for corporate and social functions.

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The Manawatū Scottish Society (Inc) was established in 1925. Its mission statement is to foster Celtic Heritage through the promotion of Celtic literature, customs and accomplishments, and social interaction within New Zealand. This is achieved through promoting three Pipe Bands and Scottish Country Dancing based in the Society’s Hall, which is available for hire to approved hirers. In addition, the Society hosts the Jenny Mair Highland Square Day, now in its 44th year, and the Claidheamh’mor and Targe Solo Invitational Piping Contest, now in its 39th year.

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Fitzherbert Rebus Club welcomes retired and semi-retired people of all ages and from all walks of life, who are interested in coming together socially for friendship, fun, talks, guest speakers and leisure activities.

Founded in August 1997, the Club has about 60 members and is affiliated to Rebus NZ Inc.

We meet together monthly, with other regular activities and outings scheduled, which members participate in according to their interests.

Our meeting format usually involves announcements, a cameo speaker, morning tea and a guest speaker.

Current Interest Group Activities include: Coffee & Chat, Dining Out, Brunch, Ladies Group, Men's Group, Pétanque, Movies, Outings


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The Manawatu Scale Model Club (MSMC) is a group of scale modelling enthusiasts who like to meet, share and discuss their hobby -  scale modelling.
The club has been meeting for over 45 years and caters for all interests, ages and skill levels. 
The club meetings are informal and include discussions on all aspects of our hobby, 'show 'n tell', club competitions, practical demonstrations and community displays.
Past, current and new members are always welcome.


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CELEBRATING 75 YEARS - 1950~2025!
Palmerston North Film Society is a non-profit, volunteer-run charity dedicated to showing rare films that are not usually commercially available. Since 1950 we have presented a wide range of local and international documentary and classic film masterpieces.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN: As well as offering access to the broadest cross-section of films available anywhere, a Palmerston North Film Society membership remains one of the cheapest entertainment deals in town!

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Established in 2016, Palmy Rocks is all about creating art and spreading happiness by painting rocks to hide around Palmerston North or wherever you may travel to. The goal is to encourage creativity, exploring and community. Join us and have some fun!

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The Comedy Hub has been producing stand-up shows, comedy workshops and introductory courses since 2017, with the goal of making the Manawatū a great place to be a comedian.

We do a variety of shows, including:
*Open Mics
*Local Showcases
*Pro Shows (National/International acts)
*Community Shows (e.g. Māori/Pasifika showcase, Stand Up for Sign Language)
*Fundraising events

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To present choral music of excellence to the citizens of the Manawatu. Founded in 1919, the Palmerston North Choral Society is an assessed choir in Palmerston North. They perform a range of classic choral singing to more modern works and perform at various venues and events around the city.

The choir performs a range of choral music from traditional oratorios through to modern works. Generally, two concerts each year are its main focus but this year it is aiming for four shorter concerts. The singers also enjoy participating in NZ Choral Federation Sing Fests, the Molly Atkinson Ladies' Choral Festival, the city Christmas in the Park concert and other community events as they arise. The PN Choral Society celebrated their 100th year in 2019.


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Sing Ong Tai Chi is an international organisation dedicated to the study and quality tuition of Yang style Tai Chi Chuan, headed by Professor Yek Sing Ong (now based in Auckland).

Tai Chi is good for health, relaxation and martial applications. It promotes good posture and breathing. Sing Ong Tai Chi Palmerston North is a place for serious Tai Chi study, in a supportive and welcoming environment.

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Crows Feet Dance Collective PN is a fun, contemporary, creative-based dance project for adults. We cover basic technique and fitness and explore a range of dance styles and approaches, using contemporary dance as the core style. Meet a welcoming, friendly group of people who love to dance and have fun! For all, including beginners to dance.

There are occasional performance opportunities for those who would like this. Otherwise come and enjoy dance with a creative base! Everybody works at their own level of dance and fitness.

Wear comfy stretchy clothing, bare feet or soft dance shoes and bring water. 


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We were established in 2018, we encourage adults and children to learn about the Brazilian culture and language. 

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Formed in 1996, the Manawatunes are a chorus of men who love singing. We sing acapella harmony, much in the barbershop style, but we also explore a range of other acapella music. We try to have a variety of music in our repertoire; from classic “Polecats” (cornerstones of the Barbershop genre) to arrangements of more contemporary numbers. We were the Barbershop Harmony New Zealand Champion Small Chorus in 2019, 2018, 2014, 2010 and 1999 and hopefully there will be further exciting news coming from our partnership with BHNZ in 2021. The Manawatunes meet to rehearse each Wednesday evening at the Red Cross rooms, and are delighted to have this opportunity to share our harmony with the public after a year where a number of our opportunities have dried up. We hope you will enjoy our performance, as well as the performance of one of our quartets, Sound Check!

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We are a group of people who have a love of folk music and meet on a regular basis to share the music that we know and also what we have been learning. We have regular club nights where we have the chance to perform music in a sing-around format, this night usually has a theme and we get the chance to perform a couple of songs/tunes related/inspired by the theme (the Events Calendar is available on our website). You may perform solo, or in any sized group you prefer, or invite everyone to join in with you.

We also have concert nights where guest artists, national or international, come along and perform for us. These are top quality musicians and they always put on a great night!

On regular club nights we have a door charge of: $3 for club members; and $5 for non members; FREE for school children and ‘first-timers’. On concert nights the entry price is higher.

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Alliance Française Palmerston North is a well-known French language and cultural centre located on the first floor of the Square Edge Creative Centre. It is one of the oldest cultural organisations, established in Palmerston North under the name of ‘Cercle Français’ in 1949. 

Alliance Française is a NZ registered charity which actively promotes interest in French language and culture. Our mission is to encourage the study of French language; to raise awareness of French and French-speaking cultures in all their dimensions; to foster cultural, intellectual, artistic and friendly exchanges between  French-speaking world and local communities; and to promote cultural diversity by highlighting all cultures.

Alliance Française offers and supports continued learning both in and out of the classroom by offering French courses for all ages and levels, cultural events, a French community library and official language diplomas.

Alliance Française supports refugees and migrants from different backgrounds and cultures, in particular French-speaking, by providing literacy and numeracy classes, as well as English classes. We facilitate social interaction and mutual exchanges with the local community.

Alliance Française also supports teachers in schools by offering competitions, workshops, professional development, and exams.

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SeniorNet is a community-based organisation that supports, educates and motivates people aged 50+ to enjoy and use technology in their everyday lives.  

We offer workshops and one-on-one help with advice, specific issues, or problems that you may have.  

We have been helping seniors in the Manawatū for 25 years.

FInd out more details on our website, or contact us.  Details below.

We are: Connecting, Supportive, Collaborative, Stimulating...
               Practical, Positive, Neighbourly and Fun

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We are a group of Argentine Tango dancers, at varying levels of experience, who meet every second Sunday for a couple of hours, to practice, share, learn and develop our beautiful dance of walking in embrace.   Come along with your special friend or by yourself, connect with the group and learn about dancing close embrace Argentine tango.

Tango del Corazon - tango from the heart - Manawatu

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A support group for people affected  by   Parkinson's Disease,  Parkinsonism and related conditions, their carers, family and friends.   Providing education, referral networks, and opportunities for social activities and exercise classes.
There are a variety of exercise groups tailored specially to suit all levels of ability  (details from secretary).

Ping Pong Parkinsons table tennis meets fortnightly.
Outings are also arranged from time to time.

A monthly emailed newsletter keeps members in touch with news and activities.




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Free 5km timed run or walk along the riverside walkway every Saturday morning at 8am.

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We are passionate about all aspects of woodwork, and aim to provide members with opportunities to foster and develop their woodworking and design skills. We encourage members to exhibit their work and we provide a forum for sharing skills and knowledge about woodwork. We provide facilities for woodturning, furniture making, scroll-work, pyrography, toy making and carving. Refer to our website for more details.

Manawatū Woodworkers Guild Inc

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A perfect group to join to make friends while having fun dancing. You will be taught some cool bollywood moves as well as traditional classical dance. If you want you can perform too. It is a promise that you will love it. From kids to adults and all ethinicities welcome. No bar whatsoever.

Shree Academy - United by Dance, Indian/Bollywood

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We are a club that flies model aeroplanes. Both big and small, and this includes helicopters and quadcopters (drones to some).

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We play the card game bridge! Our Club has about 75
members, and we meet twice weekly to play bridge. Our players range in age and bridge experience, from very new players to very experienced players. 

Our Club started in 1992, and we are affiliated to the national body, NZ Bridge. We are currently based at the Palmerston North Bridge  Club. Our Club is managed by a voluntary Board of Directors.

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The Awapuni Garden Club was started in 1978 and today is well supported with 100 members. The club is a friendly group of people who like to share garden knowledge and are keen to learn more about plants, seeds, gardening etc. At the monthly meetings we have a guest speaker, a sales table, a raffle and a home grown vegetables, fruit and flower competition.

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Swamp City Roller Derby, or Swamp for short, is full of people who love roller derby. We have two teams, operate as an incorporated society, and have a bunch of dedicated volunteer officials who make the great sport of roller derby happen in Palmerston North.

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A group of keen people who enjoy playing 500 and enjoying the company of others. It was formed approx 12 years ago. No partner is necessary.

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Victoria Esplanade Garden Club is a social group loosely based around gardening. Established 25 years ago our club still meets weekly and we have a variety of speakers, garden visits, bus trips, an annual bulb sale, an annual plant sale as well as a number of social events.

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Pamanlahi is a non-profit cultural club that aims to share the cultural and historical knowledge of the Philippines to the various city-wide community. Established in 2013, the group has been performing for the numerous organisations in Palmerston North

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Manawatū Multiples is a volunteer run organisation for families of multiples in the Manawatū/Whanganui region. We offer support and events so families can network and create friendships.

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