All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Waste fee changes from 1 July reflect rising costs
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council will increase solid waste fees and charges from 1 July 2026.
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Drive like cops are around this long weekend
Media ReleasesPolice will be actively targeting motorists on Marlborough’s open roads this King’s Birthday weekend as the Better Together campaign concludes.
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Next steps confirmed for Marlborough bylaw on beauty industry safety
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil’s Environment and Planning Committee has agreed to the development of a draft Appearance Industry Bylaw, including a cost analysis of resourcing it, for further consideration.
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Redwood Pass Road watermain upgrade underway
Media ReleasesWork has begun on a $1.08 million project to replace the ageing watermain along Redwood Pass Road, between Ugbrooke Road and Renners Road near Seddon.
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Demand high for water addressing in the Marlborough Sounds
Media ReleasesA Marlborough District Council initiative to introduce water addressing for properties in the Marlborough Sounds has created a wave of applications.
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Council services on King’s Birthday weekend
Public NoticesMedia ReleasesKing’s Birthday holiday is celebrated on Monday June 1 - Council’s offices will be closed on this date. If you have an urgent issue during this time, please phone 03 520 7400.
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Councillors vote to support ferries investment
Waitohi Ferry Redevelopment ProjectMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Councillors voted unanimously today to proceed with loaning Port Marlborough $110 million to finance the Waitohi Ferry Redevelopment Project.
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Council’s Community Grants process streamlined
Media ReleasesFrom June this year, Council’s Community Grants will be divided into two funding streams to improve the process.
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Have Your Say on changes to Council’s Gambling and TAB Venue Policy
Media ReleasesCouncil invites public feedback from this Monday on two proposed amendments to its Gambling and TAB Venue Policy.
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Join the Creative Marlborough community
Media ReleasesCalling all potters, singers, writers, sculptors - in fact anyone who has a creative bent or a venue for artistic activity.
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Council confirms dedicated budget for public art maintenance
Media ReleasesCouncillors have confirmed an annual budget dedicated to maintaining Council-owned public art in Marlborough.
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Blenheim and Picton meet air quality goals
NewsAnnual air quality monitoring in Blenheim and Picton shows positive results, with both towns remaining within national standards.
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Celebrating Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
NewsLocals still have time to get out into their backyard to celebrate Marlborough’s flagship wine.
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Crinoline footbridge restored to Riverside Park
Media ReleasesThe Crinoline footbridge is back at the Riverside Park on the Taylor River Reserve and will be open for use within the next 10 days.
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Future of Work expo showcases career pathways
Media ReleasesFuture of Work is Marlborough’s annual careers expo, designed to help rangatahi explore their next steps. It’s free to attend and open to all.
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A new route for Marlborough Roads
Media ReleasesThe way in which roads in Marlborough are managed and maintained is changing from 1 July.
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Council agrees annual plan budget
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council set its annual plan budget for 2026/27 today, resulting in an average rates increase of 6.81%.
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Search begins for Marlborough Waters inaugural board members
Marlborough Waters LimitedMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council has started the process of recruiting directors for the inaugural board of Marlborough Waters Limited
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Spring Creek community meeting coming up
Media ReleasesA community meeting is planned for Wednesday 20 May to update Spring Creek residents on progress with the Peninsula Road stop bank project.
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Wet weather impacts Marlborough roads; strong winds forecast
Media ReleasesMarlborough Roads crews have been out assessing the network following heavy rain across Marlborough.
