A committee of young adults discussing the issues regarding the youth of Palmerston North, and representing youth opinion to the PN City Council.
Made up of approximately 20 young people, we are a group of youth looking to represent the younger generation of Palmerston North in a variety of Council and community matters. This page is for the purpose of advertising our events and gathering opinions for our submissions to Council, and overall one of our links between the general public and PNYC.
27/08/2026
A highlight from behind the lens
Huge congratulations to Samuel Sijm, recipient of the PNYC Youth Scholarship! 📸}
“A key highlight for me was elevating my hobby to a professional tool, helping me serve my community and gain real world experience before
study”
Swipe through to read Samuel’s story! 👉
Could you be next? Applications for 2027 will open soon, stay tuned!
YouthInAction PalmyPride bypalmyyouthforpalmyyouth
27/08/2026
“THIS OPPORTUNITY HAS GIVEN ME THE OUTLET TO MAKE MY IDEAS A REALITY”
Meet Sofia Mercer, one of this year’s PNYC Youth Scholarship recipients!
A local artist with big aspirations, Sofia is using this opportunity to turn ideas into reality and continue pursuing her passion for the arts.
“This opportunity has given me the outlet to make my ideas a reality.”
Congratulations, Sofia! We’re excited to see where your creativity and dedication take you next. 💚🎨
bypalmyyouthforpalmyyouth
26/08/2026
Bring your mates! 👬🏾👫🏼👭 Free pizza! 🍕
Find out what plans politicians have for New Zealand 🇳🇿 Sign up to vote 🗳️ Have your say 🗣️
23/08/2026
COME HUNGRY. LEAVE INFORMED!
Come to our Pizza and Politics Event for an opportunity to have a chat with the candidates and some hot slices of pizza😋🍕
The pizzas are limited. So come hungry and don’t miss out!
📆: Friday, September 4th
⏰: 6-9PM
📍: Youth Space
See you soon!
21/08/2026
COME HUNGRY. LEAVE INFORMED!
Come to our Pizza and Politics Event for an opportunity to ask the candidates questions, alongside with enjoying some hot and wonderful slices of pizza for the night😋
📆: Friday, September 4th
⏰: 6PM - 9PM
📍: Youth Space
Save the dates, clear your schedule, and come join with us😍
13/08/2026
Come to Pizza and Politics!!!!
Enrol to vote!! Link: https://vote.nz/home
06/08/2026
COME HUNGRY. LEAVE INFORMED!
Come along to our “Pizza & Politics” event on Friday September 4th, where you can have some hot slices of pizza and a chance to chat with the running politicians
The pizzas are limited so come early so you won’t miss out
🍕 Pizza & Politics 🗳️
Got questions about the upcoming election? Want to meet the people running to represent your community?
Join us for Pizza & Politics on 4 September, from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Youth Space. Meet local candidates, hear their ideas, ask questions, enjoy some free pizza, and get the information you need to make your choice when it’s time to vote.
📍 Youth Space
📅 4 September
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Come hungry, leave informed.
The Stomach
Youth Space
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