All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Golden Lea refloated
Marlborough MattersPublic NoticesMedia ReleasesThe abandoned fishing boat Golden Lea is now in Havelock after a successful refloating operation.
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Marlborough’s GODZONE chapter concludes
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe final teams competing in the internationally acclaimed adventure race crossed the finish line at Picton’s Shelly Beach yesterday.
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Preparations begin soon for Taylor River dredging project
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesPreparatory work will start this side of Christmas on a project to improve the flood carrying capacity of the Taylor River near Blenheim’s town centre.
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Recycling up and running
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesBins to take recycling are now in place outside the fire-damaged Resource Recovery Centre.
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Blenheim chlorination update
Marlborough MattersPublic NoticesMedia ReleasesWith chlorination of Blenheim’s water supply well underway, some residents may have noticed discoloured water.
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Marlborough recycling on the move
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil has today sent 140 m2 of Marlborough recycling to Eco Central in Christchurch.
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Council encourages collaboration to fill CBD spaces
Marlborough MattersNewsMedia ReleasesCouncil is calling on Marlborough’s creative community and property owners to work together to support a new project to reinvigorate the Blenheim and Picton town centres.
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No swimming at Spring Creek this summer
Spring Creek Stopbank ProjectMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesWith work underway on upgrading flood protection for Spring Creek, a popular section of the river near the Ferry Bridge is now off limits for swimming.
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Remember to have your say on the Annual Plan 2026-27
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesAs part of building towards the Long Term Plan consultation next year Council wants to hear your ideas and feedback on its proposed Annual Plan 2026-27 before 28 November.
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Keep your recycling for now, if you can
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil is working on an interim solution to sort Marlborough’s recycling following last week’s fire which has forced the closure of the Resource Recovery Centre in Wither Road, Blenheim.
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New rules allow building closer to boundaries
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesAre you planning a sleepout, garden shed, or small cabin? You may not need a building consent - but only if every condition of the exemption is met.
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The Dump Shop to reopen Monday
Media ReleasesThe Dump Shop at Wither Road, Blenheim will reopen for donations tomorrow, Monday 24 November, at 10am.
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Youth Civic Awards celebrate outstanding contribution
Media ReleasesThe voluntary efforts of five young Marlborough people were celebrated at a ceremony in Council Chambers last night.
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Fire seriously damages Resource Recovery Centre
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe Resource Recovery Centre at Wither Road, Blenheim has been significantly damaged due to a fire in the facility yesterday.
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Watch what you put in your recycling and waste
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesWhether it’s antifreeze, asbestos, underwear or underlay – Council can tell you exactly where to put it.
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Mayor welcomes Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Programme update
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor has welcomed today’s announcement by the Minister for Rail Winston Peters.
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Removal of Grove Arm waste bin recommended
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA temporary free-to-use waste bin at the Grove Arm on Queen Charlotte Drive will be removed and operating hours at the Havelock Transfer Station adjusted to service any increased demand.
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Hazardous Waste Centre can accept recalled coloured sand
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil’s Hazardous Waste Centre (HWC) at Wither Road in Blenheim can assist with the disposal of recalled coloured sand under strict conditions.
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Chilean Needle Grass: a growing threat during seeding season
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesAs seeding season begins, Marlborough District Council is urging landowners and the public to stay vigilant against Chilean Needle Grass (CNG)—a highly invasive pest plant.
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New Navigation Bylaw now in place
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil’s new Navigation Bylaw, which sets out rules and requirements to ensure safe navigation within Marlborough’s waterways, is now in place.
