Orphée Mickalad stands for Palmerston North mayoralty
Four-year Palmerston North city councillor Orphée Mickalad is standing for the mayoralty.
Wastewater disposal options narrowed
Land-based wastewater discharge was almost dumped from the list of possible solutions for Palmerston North’s treated wastewater disposal at a city council meeting on Wednesday.
Palmerston North council votes against removing sugary drinks
The Palmerston North City Council has gone flat on a proposal to ban fizzy drinks and voted it out today — disappointing the Dental Association who wants restrictions nationwide.
Government transport funding shortfall leaves Palmerston North City Council short
On September 2, the Government announced a record $33.9 billion investment in New Zealand’s transport network through the 2024-2027 National Land Transport Programme (NLTP) with the aim of creating a more reliable and efficient transport network that boosts economic growth and productivity.
PNCC seeks to address youth crime
As Philippine nationalist and writer Jose Rizal famously put it, youth are the hope of our future. It follows that the city council has an important role to play in creating better pathways for our young people.
Courage amid the 'insanity' of seeking public office
Former refugee turned city councillor Orphee Mickalad talks about the racism he has faced and the need to rise above it to make a difference in his community.
'Ignore the hatred': Racism fuels former refugee to encourage more immigrants to stand for public office in NZ
Mickalad said while council staff were already working with immigrant and ethnic groups, it was about going a step further, with practical measures to acknowledge the city’s multiculturalism.
Palmerston North's Orphee Mickalad: Engagement from residents heartening
When residents feel listened to they realise they are included and can have confidence in our process and structures.
Palmerston North's Orphée Mickalad: Wellington work gave me useful experience
Palmerston North City Council wants to maintain the city's vibrancy and prosperity so people and businesses can thrive.
Former refugee's council seat win highlights inclusion in Aotearoa
Beating 10 other candidates is no easy feat, especially for someone with a background so different. For this 30-year old, another new journey has only just begun.
Orphee Mikalad sworn in as Palmerston North city councillor
New Palmerston North city councillor Orphee Mikalad makes his first speech in the council chamber, next to deputy mayor Aleisha Rutherford.
Palmerston North's new councillor the first former refugee to be elected
Another early congratulation came from former deputy mayor Tangi Utikere, whose election as the city’s Labour MP and resignation from council prompted the by-election.
Candidate wants better prospects for Palmerston North youth
Mickalad said the council’s vision for the city and its work on major projects was good, “but we can be so much more”.
