Palmerston North Business Services
Population
75,000
Major Industry
A main service centre for Manawatu and other agricultural regions, education, research and development, distribution and transport, defence and retail. meeting options Dedicated Palmerston North Convention Centre, Regent Theatre for plenary sessions and special functions, Arena Manawatu (formerly Palmerston North Showgrounds) for exhibitions, and a range of smaller function and meeting spaces in hotels and motels.
Getting Your Bearings The indisputable centre of town is The Square, with its distinctive clock tower and gardens. Just off the Square is the Palmerston North Convention Centre and nearby is George Street. Running off the Square toward Massey is Fitzherbert Avenue, a good place to start the search for accommodation.
Business Overview Palmerston North services a rich pastoral area plus significant education research and sports training facilities.
- Vision Manawatu, Old Library Building, corner Main Street and the Square.
