Local historians weekly "Back Issues" article in the Manawatū Standard. In December 1925, the Borough Council agreed to the Manawatū AA's request for a camping ground. Three acres were designated in the southwest corner of the Esplanade. After an ...

Creator:      Geoff Watson
Place:          Palmerston North
Date:          November 8, 2025

The camping ground was established in 1925, adjacent to the Victoria Esplanade. It is now called the Palmerston North Holiday Park. Shown here is a caravan and several tents.

Creator:      R M Greenwood
Place:          133 Dittmer Drive, West End, Palmerston North
Date:          circa 1966