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Survey opens on potential Marlborough-Kaikōura council merger

Marlborough District Council is inviting residents to have their say on a possible merger with Marlborough which may be proposed by Kaikōura District Council.

Notification of mass and speed limits on bridges

Council confirms regulatory fee increases following public feedback

​Last week Marlborough District Councillors approved a series of regulatory fee increases for the 2026/2027 year, after public consultation.

New look for Antenno

​Purple is the new orange! From 1 July, you’ll notice Antenno, has a fresh new look.

Marlborough's library and gallery marks millionth milestone

Te Kahu o Waipuna, Marlborough Library and Art Gallery, has welcomed its millionth visitor.

Council backs roll out of Market Street Revamp Stage Two

The revitalisation of Blenheim’s town centre has taken a significant step forward.

Community feedback sought on review of East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw

Marlborough District Council will seek community feedback on the proposed scope of a review of the East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw 2023.

Council open to exploring local government reform opportunities

Marlborough District Councillors are open to discussions with neighbouring councils as part of the Government's Simplifying Local Government reform programme.

Council adopts Annual Plan and sets rates for 2026-27

Marlborough District Council today finalised an average rates increase of 6.81 per cent for the 2026-2027 financial year.

Marlborough’s Matariki guide has something for everyone

​Matariki is for all people in Aotearoa New Zealand and this year’s Marlborough event programme just out is full of opportunities to participate.

Special mark buoy placed at Marine Farm 8354 in Nydia Bay

Harbour Notice 23-2026.

New format for Café Create this June

This month’s Café Create will take a different format with an evening event planned.

Marlborough 2055 – What matters to you?

Public engagement starts today for Council’s next Long Term Plan 2027-2037, with the launch of a community priorities survey.

Hundreds turn out for Heritage Festival

Heritage reached all corners of the region throughout the 2026 Marlborough Heritage Festival.

King’s Birthday weekend weather event - update No. 5

King’s Birthday weekend weather event - update No. 4

King’s Birthday weekend weather event - update No. 3

King’s Birthday weekend weather event - update No.2

​Marlborough’s Emergency Management team is activated and response agencies are ready ahead of forecast rain in Marlborough.

Talented young pianist wins QEII award

​A 13-year-old student, Girvan Dick, has been awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Music Award.

King’s Birthday weekend weather event - update No.1

​Marlborough is on an Orange Heavy Rain Watch for 22 hours from 6am, Monday 1 June until 4am on Tuesday 2 June. There is a moderate chance of it being upgraded to a warning.