Welcome to Palmerston North
Welcome by Mayor Grant Smith, Palmerston North City Council
On behalf of our City, it is a pleasure to welcome all delegates and guests to the 17th International Hydrocolloids Conference, proudly hosted by The Riddet Institute here at Massey University, and supported by the Palmerston North City Council.
Palmerston North has long cherished a close relationship with Massey University since its founding in 1928. The Riddet Institute's being awarded Centre of Research Excellence status by the New Zealand Government in 2007 marked another significant milestone in the history of food and ingredient science in our City.
The Riddet Institute has made valuable international contributions alongside several other scientific research institutions that call Palmerston North home.
Our City is also home to residents from over 130 ethnicities. We have much to offer you during your stay, from excellent coffee and cuisine to art, culture, and nearby natural wonders.
We hope you enjoy your time in Palmerston North, have a successful conference, and return to visit us soon.
Mayor