New Zealand - Palmerston North - Post Office - Square - 1950’s - Photo Postcard Format #t1364 Palmerston North - A city in the North Island - Located in the eastern Manawatu Plains - Near the north bank of the Manawatu River - Early Palmerston North relied on public works and sawmilling. - The west coast railway was built in 1886, linking the town to Wellington - Palmerston North benefited from a booming pastoral farming industry. - Popular attractions include Te Manawa and several performing arts (Reference: Wikipedia)