All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Echoes of Blenheim’s maritime past as masts return
Media ReleasesRefurbished masts from the historic scow A.S. Echo were lifted into place at The Quays, opposite the new Marlborough Library and Art Gallery in Blenheim, this morning.
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Council services - holiday hours
Media ReleasesCouncil’s offices will be closed from midday on Friday 23 December and will reopen at 8.00 am on Wednesday 4 January.
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Study seeks access solutions for the Marlborough Sounds
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council has embarked on the Marlborough Sounds Future Access Study, to support the case for funding long-term access solutions in the storm-affected areas of the Sounds.
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Awatere water main repairs completed
Media ReleasesRepairs to the water main in Marama Road west of Seddon were completed this morning.
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Proposed East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw to be decided in 2023
Public NoticesMedia ReleasesThe newly elected Marlborough District Council will decide on whether to proceed with an East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw after the New Year. All current rules remain in place for this summer season.
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New artificial turf is the real deal
Media ReleasesMarlborough is set to benefit from a state-of-the-art artificial hockey turf to be built at Marlborough Girls’ College.
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Visitors welcome to Kenepuru but please take a water taxi
Media ReleasesThe damage sustained to Marlborough Sounds’ roads by the August 2022 storm was substantial, with over twice the damage of the storm of July 2021.
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Marlborough’s Economic Wellbeing Strategy officially launched
Media ReleasesMarlborough’s Economic Wellbeing Strategy 2022-32, the first of its kind for our region, has been officially launched.
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Marlborough Response Team earns national accreditation
Media ReleasesMarlborough volunteer emergency responders are now officially among the best in the country.
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Resident satisfaction maintained despite difficult year
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council has again received a relatively high resident satisfaction score, with 62% of residents saying they are satisfied with its services
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Final chance to have your say on wheelie bin roll out
Media ReleasesIf you’re keen to see wheelie bins rolled out now’s the time to make your voice heard by making a submission, before Wednesday 30 November.
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Blenheim to host Global Cities NZ Conference
Media ReleasesDelegates from around the country will descend on Blenheim next November for the Global Cities New Zealand Conference 2023.
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More space for boat trailer parking at Picton’s Memorial Park
Media ReleasesCouncil has listened to community feedback and given the go-ahead for increased vehicle and boat trailer parking at Picton’s Memorial Park during peak holiday times.
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Want to learn more about the proposed move to wheelie bins?
Media ReleasesLearn more about Council’s proposal to introduce wheelie bins, expand the rubbish and recycling kerbside collection area and replace coin skips with remote transfer stations.
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Mayoral comment on Clubs of Marlborough receivership
Public NoticesMedia ReleasesMayor Nadine Taylor has expressed her shock and sadness at the news that the Clubs of Marlborough is closing its doors this Sunday.
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Roll out of wheelie bins across Marlborough? Tell us what you think
Media ReleasesConsultation on waste services opens today and Council wants to hear what the people of Marlborough think about these options.
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Mayor Nadine Taylor announces new Council line up
Media ReleasesNew Marlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor has appointed Blenheim Councillor David Croad as her Deputy Mayor.
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Mayor welcomes flights between Blenheim and Nelson
Media ReleasesMayor Nadine Taylor has welcomed the news that Originair is to fly morning and evening return air services between Nelson and Blenheim.
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Roads re-open in time for long weekend and cruise ship season
Media ReleasesQueen Charlotte Drive, from Picton to Havelock will reopen to the public from 5.00 pm tomorrow.
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Marlborough District Council election results
Media ReleasesNadine Taylor has been elected as the new Mayor of Marlborough based on voters’ return of about 90 per cent.
