Marlborough District Council News https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/rss/news Marlborough District Council news Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:20:42 Z id:2yujstipu1cxby4ok0na https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2yujstipu1cxby4ok0na Dog registrations due by end of July to avoid penalties The dog registration year runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027 so now’s the time to register your dogs. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:20:41 Z 2026-07-17T00:20:42Z id:2yujs9k0517q9suwtouv https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2yujs9k0517q9suwtouv New to Marlborough? Here’s everything you need to know If you’re a newcomer to our region and wondering how to find out about your local community and its facilities, check out the Welcome to Marlborough guide. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:08:39 Z 2026-07-14T02:08:42Z id:2yujrhtcp17q9ss8m3il https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2yujrhtcp17q9ss8m3il Marlborough earns chocolate fish for smarter traffic management Marlborough is one several councils named by Minister of Transport Chris Bishop as leading the charge to reduce road cone use. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:06:52 Z 2026-07-14T02:06:53Z id:2yujqpaj91cxby1z64oh https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2yujqpaj91cxby1z64oh Bringing kiwi back to Arapaoa Island, one trap at a time Across the expanse of Arapaoa Island, a small team is working hard to eradicate stoats with a plan to bring back kiwi. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:04:56 Z 2026-07-14T02:04:57Z id:2ys4mh6b817q9szrb2sf https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2ys4mh6b817q9szrb2sf Spartina almost eradicated The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Council are continuing a decades-long effort to eradicate common cordgrass (Spartina Anglica) from Motuweka/Havelock Estuary. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:44:51 Z 2026-07-07T23:50:54Z id:2ys4lb2fz1cxbyfj0isg https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2ys4lb2fz1cxbyfj0isg What are Marlborough’s most common calls to Council? Between 1 April and 20 May this year, Council's contact centre received 4,459 calls, providing a detailed picture of the information and services that residents rely on most. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:41:35 Z 2026-07-07T23:48:54Z id:2ys4k5cqf1cxbyte8azd https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2ys4k5cqf1cxbyte8azd Whale of a trail Keen Marlborough cyclists, and walkers will have noticed the new trails winding north and south from Blenheim, as work on the amazing Whale Trail continues. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:38:20 Z 2026-07-07T23:43:54Z id:2ys4je41l17q9scwmkpr https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2ys4je41l17q9scwmkpr Rose pruning demonstration at Pollard Park Council gardeners will be pruning the roses at Pollard Park on Monday and Tuesday (13 and 14 July) and will be available for hands-on demonstrations. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:36:13 Z 2026-07-07T23:42:54Z id:2ypcsxdup1cxby19dc8p https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2ypcsxdup1cxby19dc8p Roading changes around the corner for Waitohi Picton Improvements to Waitohi Picton’s roading network are taking shape with KiwiRail and NZTA projects set to begin in 2027. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:05:13 Z 2026-07-01T00:10:54Z id:2ypcfjjcp1cxbytqsi1h https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2ypcfjjcp1cxbytqsi1h More attractions to love about Marlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor and Destination Marlborough have welcomed announcements of planned investment into iconic visitor attractions. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:27:45 Z 2026-06-30T23:31:54Z id:2yoynrjs017q9suaj61v https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2yoynrjs017q9suaj61v New look for Antenno ​Purple is the new orange! From 1 July, you’ll notice Antenno, has a fresh new look. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:19:53 Z 2026-06-30T21:50:47Z id:2ymkxt5mj17q9sz2s7mk https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2ymkxt5mj17q9sz2s7mk WinePRO NZ puts latest in wine industry innovation on display Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 was transformed into a showcase of the latest in wine industry technology and innovation this week with the return of WinePRO NZ. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:21:11 Z 2026-06-24T00:26:56Z id:2ymkxapnx1cxbyv2w01b https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/latest-news-notices-and-media-releases/all-news-notices-and-media-releases?item=id%3A2ymkxapnx1cxbyv2w01b Ngā Wai e Rima exhibition open to the public An exhibition telling the story of the Māori and European names of five Blenheim waterways opened recently. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:19:45 Z 2026-06-24T00:24:56Z