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Currently New Zealand's seventh largest city and eighth largest urban area, Palmerston was named by European settlers during the mid-19th century in honor of Viscount Palmerston, a former Prime Minister of Great Britain. The Post Office added "North" to the name in 1871 so as to distinguish it from the Palmerston that is located on the South Island.
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What is the maori name for Palmerston north?
The maori name for palmerston north is papaioiea. I'ts pronounced how it's spelt.
Is Smiggle coming to Palmerston North?
Smigle is already in Palmerston North in the plaza
What is the area of Palmerston North?
The area of Palmerston North is 326 square kilometers.
When was Palmerston North Marist created?
Palmerston North Marist was created in 1939.
What is the name of a male cow in Palmerston North starting with the letter b?
Really sorry folk but there is now male cow in Palmerston North. Cows are all female
What is the name of a animal male cow and is the name of a place near Palmerston north?
Bull.
What is Palmerston North's motto?
The motto of Palmerston North is 'Palmam Qui Meruit Ferat'.
When was Palmerston North Bowling Club created?
Palmerston North Bowling Club was created in 1889.
When was Palmerston North Railway Station created?
Palmerston North Railway Station was created in 1886.
Is palmerston north south from nelson?
Palmerston North is a city in the North Island and Nelson is a city in the South Island. Nelson is about level with Wellington so it is south of Palmerston North.There is also a town in the South Island called Palmerston.
What is the population of Palmerston north?
The 2006 census recorded the population of Palmerston North, New Zealand as 75,500.
Is Palmerston north north east south or west of nelson?
First, it's Palmerston North (not "north"). And it's northwest of Nelson (NZ).
