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Groundwater study highlights future climate impacts
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council has received a significant new scientific assessment examining how climate change and sea level rise could affect groundwater systems across the Lower Wairau Plain.
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Photography pop up latest Space Create initiative
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesAn exhibition highlighting Blenheim photographer Anthony Phelps’ recent work opens today, part of Council’s Space Create initiative.
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Nominations open for Marlborough Civic Honours Awards
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesIn every community there are those who go the extra mile in the interests of community service.
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Edwin Fox is a gold standard visitor experience
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe Edwin Fox Maritime Museum has attained the highest level possible in New Zealand’s official tourism quality assurance programme.
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Bringing student art into Blenheim’s town centre
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe artistic talent of Marlborough’s young people will be on show in Blenheim from Saturday August 15.
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Rain damage closes farm park access
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe eastern access to Wither Hills Farm Park, via Cobb Cottage Road, has been temporarily closed.
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Words left unsaid inspire talking walls project
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesIs there something you wish you had said to your younger self or to a loved one?
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Council backs Marlborough-Kaikōura Head Start proposal
Simplifying local govermentMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Councillors today voted unanimously to submit a joint proposal with Kaikōura District Council.
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Preparing for Blenheim wastewater pipe relining
Marlborough MattersPublic NoticesMedia ReleasesA Council project to improve the condition and performance of existing wastewater infrastructure around Blenheim gets underway next week.
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Council approves next step in exploring Marlborough-Kaikōura proposal
Simplifying local govermentMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMDC agreed today to develop a joint Head Start outline proposal document with Kaikōura District Council, to inform its final decision on whether or not to submit it to the Government.
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Market Street Revamp rolls into Stage 2
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesWork on the Market Street Revamp in Blenheim’s town centre is progressing well with Stage 2 set to begin on Monday 10 August.
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Sounds communities’ chance to meet roading contractors
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough Roads is running drop-in sessions in August in the Marlborough Sounds for communities to meet their new maintenance contractors.
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Investment pays off for recreational water health
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesWaste and stormwater upgrades in Picton and Waikawa have improved recreational water quality in the area.
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New purpose for Market Street pavers
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesIf you fancy featuring a piece of Blenheim’s history in your next home DIY project, the Dump Shop has the perfect deal for you!
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Board appointed to lead Marlborough's new water services organisation
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council has appointed the inaugural board of Marlborough Waters Limited.
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Marlborough Libraries go fine free
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil’s Infrastructure and Community Facilities Committee has decided to remove overdue fees on adult literacy resources.
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Consultation opens on review of East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council is seeking public feedback on whether the East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw 2023 should be reviewed.
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Survey reminder: Marlborough 2055 - Marlborough District Council
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesEarly public engagement for Council’s next Long Term Plan 2027-2037 has been underway since mid-June with public meetings and an online community priorities survey, which closes on 31 July.
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Slower speeds around schools to keep Marlborough kids safe
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesDrivers will soon see new 30km/h variable speed limits outside schools across Marlborough, following approval at Council’s Strategy and Community Partnerships Committee meeting last week.
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Marlborough bus fares increase
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesIt now costs 10 cents more for both adults and children to use the buses in Blenheim, 30 cents more for adults using the Picton bus and 10 cents more for children.
