Dying Matters Week
Manawatū-Whanganui

Dying Matters Week 2026 is taking place from Monday 7th to Sunday 13th September in Palmerston North and other locations around the Manawatū-Whanganui region.

These events connects people across Aotearoa to start conversations in a safe space, learn from local experts and seek support to plan for later life and end-of-life and to navigate grief and loss.

For more information about events in Palmerston North, please email Laura Sweetman or head to the Event Host Resources page to host your own event.

In the Media
The Post – Call to regulate burial costs

2026 Event Programme

Click on the event tiles below to find out more about events in Palmerston North and other parts of the Manawatū.

Get Involved in Dying Matters Week

Get involved in Dying Matters Week, running events, volunteering, giving talks or sponsoring programmes. Stay up to date with the latest events, resources, and discussions via our monthly newsletter.

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