Who are we?

Manawatu Tenants Union is a community organisation established in 1983 to support tenants in Palmerston North and the Manawatu region by:

• Advising, assisting and supporting tenants in their dealings with landlords
• Empowering tenants to act in their own best interests in regard to their accommodation needs
• Educating the community on the rights and obligations of tenants and landlords
• Networking with other government and community agencies.

It is affiliated to the International Union of Tenants and is a member of Community Housing Aotearoa and the Manawatu Community Housing Trust. Manawatu Tenants Union is based in Palmerston North and has networks both within  the city and in the wider Manawatu community.

Manawatu Tenants Union employs a coordinator who keeps up to date with developments in housing policy both in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas and is available to assist with tenancy advice and information.

All services offered by Manawatu Tenants Union are free of charge.