Journalist Tina White's weekly "Memory Lane" article in the Manawatū Standard. Author Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) spent six weeks touring New Zealand in 1895, part of a world speaking tour. On 2 December 1895, he gave a lecture to a packed audience at the Theatre Royal in Coleman Place. Twain stayed overnight at the Club Hotel in Church Street before catching the train to Whanganui the next day.

Go-Kart Racing on Broadway Avenue

Journalist Tina White's weekly "Memory Lane" article in the Manawatū Standard. The life story of James Alfred (Jimmy) Nash (1871-1952). Jimmy Nash became Palmerston North's 15th mayor in 1908. He was popular, remaining in office for 15 years. In the 1918 by-election, he was elected Minister of Parliament for Palmerston North.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

Set in upper Queen Charlotte Sound, this is a view of Picton taken from the inlet, Picton Harbour. The wharf and waterfront buildings are visible in the foreground. Picton is situated on a rolling flat and is surrounded by hills and mountains.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

The gothic style valve tower was constructed c.1872-1878 for the lower dam at the Wellington Waterworks at Karori. Nicolas Marchant, a civil engineer, was the architect. The earth dam was the first of its kind built by a municipality in Aotearoa New Zealand.

This is now the site of the Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne urban ecosanctuary.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This image comes from a collection of glass negatives found in the attic of 'Lovelock's cottage' by 'Keebles Farm' near Massey University. The people in the images are possibly the Lovelock family, but their identities have not been confirmed.

This roading plan for the development of Stanley Avenue shows the name Frits Street crossed out and replaced with Russell Street. In response to the First World War, several Palmerston North streets with German-sounding names were renamed.

This brochure outlines the amenities and fees associated with the Municipal Opera House.

The information for this image was taken for a story that ran in The Manawatu Evening Standard on 20th February 1979.

"The long awaited appearance locally by Video is taking place this weekend at the Albert Motor Lodge. Phil Scott and the rest of the band have been rehearsing hard, especially for this gig. After the Albert, Video are to appear at Massey Orientation week, and at the Majestic Hotel next Tuesday before embarking on their North Island Tour."

Palmerston North experienced flooding of the Manawatū River in early May 1941. This reached a peak level of 19 feet, two inches (584 cm) at the Fitzherbert Bridge gauge on 4 May 1941, the highest level recorded since 1902. The total area covered (exclusive of river accretations) was 622 acres. Residents in Hokowhitu and Te Matai had to be evacuated with assistance from territorial army units, with people needing to be rescuted from attics, roof tops, islands, and in one case, from a telegraph pole.

This plan relates to Contract No. 62. The specifications for "the Erection of buildings for the Boiling Down and Tallow Departments of the Municipal Abattoir at Awapuni" state: "The works comprised in this Contract consist of the necessary amount of stripping, excavation, fillings, timbering, centreing, scaffolding, unwatering, concrete and brickwork, leading surplus material to spoil, Carpenters', Joiners', Plumbers', Smiths', and other tradesmen's work, making good all disturbed surfaces and any other work, materials, or things required; all in accordance with the accompanying plans, Specifications, General Conditions of Contract, and as shall from time to time be supplied by the Engineer."

The Manawatu Evening Standard reported on 4 September 1928, "Instructions were given [to] the borough engineer at last night's meeting of the council to call for tenders for the erection of a shelter and conveniences at the new cemetery." The Palmerston North Borough Council accepted the tender submitted by T. E. Sapwell, to construct the facilities at a cost of £459. The specifications for Contract No. 104, which relates to this plan, are held in the Palmerston North City Council Archives (PNCC 4/7/2:6:5).

He Ara Kotahi pathway which connects cyclists and pedestrians between Palmerston North and Linton Military Camp, Massey University and Food HQ. The name means a pathway that brings people together. The lighting design aims to create the illusion that the bridge is floating on the Manawatū River.

This plan relates to Contract No. 314. The specifications for this contract state: "The work comprising this contract includes all the necessary excavation and removal of spoil and the construction in reinforced concrete of the underground pump pit, suction well, and bifurcating chamber, together with the motor room above, and all other work required to complete the station in strict accordance with the accompanying plan, this specification, and the conditions of contract and to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer" (PNCC 4/7/2:14:3).

Built as a Public Hall in 1911 to mark the Coronation of George V, it served as such for the next 50 years. The hall was renovated and modernised in 1939 at a cost of £496. The Terrace End Development and Progressive Association held a concert on 6 December 1939, to celebrate the completion of these renovations. In 1962 the Coronation Hall was bought by the Palmerston North Little Theatre Society (later Manawatū Theatre Society) to became a playhouse. In 1996 it was bought by Douglas and Moana Hann, who renovated the building into a home. As of 2014, it is the premises of a painting and decoration business.

Built as a Public Hall in 1911 to mark the Coronation of George V, it served as such for the next 50 years. The hall was renovated and modernised in 1939. The Terrace End Development and Progressive Association held a concert on 6 December 1939, to celebrate the completion of these renovations. In 1962 the Coronation Hall was bought by the Palmerston North Little Theatre Society (later Manawatū Theatre Society) to became a playhouse. In 1996 it was bought by Douglas and Moana Hann, who renovated the building into a home. As of 2014, it is the premises of a painting and decoration business.

Journalist Tina White's weekly "Memory Lane" article in the Manawatū Standard. Maurice Costello was a dedicated press photographer who spent 35 years recording Palmerston North's daily news. He joined the Manawatū Standard in 1962 and retired in 1997.