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Non-Profit organisation supporting Papua New Guinea Community thrive in Manawatu.

Who we are

Palmerston North Papua New Guinea Community Trust

We are a not-for-profit organisation that aims to support the thriving Papua New Guinea Community in Manawatu. The Trust has the following purposes
  • to be a hub for Papua New Guinea people in Palmerston North
  • to maintain, advance and celebrate Papua New Guinea’s diverse cultural and spiritual values
  • to foster a relationship with mana whenua and show goodwill with all other ethnic groups
  • to do all things necessary for the advancement of Papua New Guineans, education, health, economic development and well-being
  • to promote and advocate for all Papua New Guinea community development and participation and contribution to the broader society, and
  • undertake anything else to further the charitable aims to serve our Palmerston North Community
  • Food and Cultural Festival (FCF)
  • Intercultural Communication Workshop
  • COVID19 and Omicron Response and Support
  • The bilum display at Rangiora Community Hall, Palmerston North.