All News, Notices and Media Releases
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New freshwater flora and fauna field guide launched
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThey say the acorn doesn't fall far from the tree.
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Last day to pay rates reminder
Marlborough MattersNewsThe final payment date for the first 2026/2027 rates instalment is Friday, 11 September.
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CCTV inspections help pinpoint issues
Marlborough MattersNewsCouncil’s CCTV inspections of Blenheim’s wastewater network are progressing well, with crews identifying a significant number of places where stormwater or groundwater is entering the sewer system.
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Bringing Local Stories to Life for Marlborough Kids
Marlborough MattersNewsCouncil’s Arts, Culture and Heritage team has welcomed a part-time Education Coordinator, tasked with helping Marlborough kids connect to their culture and identity through stories of the region.
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New shade sails at local parks
Marlborough MattersNew shade sails have been installed over the play equipment at Mark Smith Reserve and Awarua Park.
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Commercial Events Fund closes on Monday
Marlborough MattersNewsRound one of Council’s 2026/2027 Commercial Events Fund closes next Monday 14 September.
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Fiji Marlborough community shows love for Wither Hills
Marlborough MattersNewsA group of around 20 volunteers from the Fiji Marlborough Community Charitable Trust have rolled up their sleeves this winter to carry out a clean-up at the Wither Hills Mountain Bike Park.
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Ake, Ake, Ake! Keeping te reo Māori alive
Marlborough MattersNewsTe Wiki o te Reo Māori - Māori Language Week - gets underway on Monday (14 September) and you’re invited to get involved.
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Regional Tourism Boost benefits Marlborough
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA Government push to attract more international visitors into regional New Zealand and support tourism growth nationwide is a win for Marlborough.
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Nominations close this Friday for the Marlborough Civic Honours Awards
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThere are just a few days left to nominate people who have gone the extra mile in the interests of community service in Marlborough.
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N and R Limited
Alcohol LicensingPublic NoticesPublic notice for the renewal of conditions of an On Licence in respect of the premises situated at 17 B Maxwell Road Blenheim, Marlborough District known as Village India Restaurant.
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Proposed temporary road closure - 11 November 2026 – Seymour Street
Temporary Road ClosurePublic NoticesOn Wednesday 11 November 2026, Seymour Street will be closed to ordinary vehicle traffic from Alfred Street and High Street between 10:30am and 12:15pm for Armistice Day.
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Marlborough Waters board welcomed at mihi whakatau
Local Water Done WellMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe Marlborough Waters board was formally welcomed yesterday at a mihi whakatau, marking another important step in the establishment of the new water services organisation.
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Mount Riley Wines and Estates Limited
Alcohol LicensingPublic NoticesPublic notice for the issue of conditions of an Off Licence in respect of the premises situated at 10 Malthouse Road Riverlands, Marlborough District known as Mount Riley Wines.
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Working for Nature grants awarded
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council is pleased to announce the funding allocations for the 2026-2027 Working for Nature / Mahi mō te Taiao Grant Scheme.
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Awatere water main repaired
Awatere Water SupplyMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe water main failure affecting Seddon and rural Awatere has been repaired. The issue was caused by a single failure of the water main on Marama Road near Seddon.
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Leak identified but more work needed restore Awatere network
Awatere Water SupplyMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA leak was identified earlier this afternoon in the 225mm water main about two kilometres south west of Seddon on Marama Road.
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Water trucked into Awatere to maintain drinking water supply
Awatere Water SupplyMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesWater is being trucked into the Awatere area to replenish both the rural Awatere water storage tanks and the Seddon water supply tank .
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Commercial Events Fund open now
Marlborough MattersNewsRound one of Council’s 2026/2027 Commercial Events Fund is now open for applications.
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New pavilion takes shape
Marlborough MattersNewsExcellent progress is being made on the new pavilion at A&P Park with the main structure substantially finished and internal wall framing nearing completion.
