All News, Notices and Media Releases
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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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Blenheim Transfer Station, Green Waste, Hazardous Waste open Saturday
Marlborough MattersNewsBlenheim Transfer Station, Green Waste and Hazardous Waste facilities reopening Saturday
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AIS Exemption Notice
Harbour NoticesThis exemption is granted to allow specified lodge tenders vessels to operate without AIS transmission requirements under Clause 5.4.3 of the Navigation Safety Bylaw 2025.
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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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Harbourmaster General Direction 19 November 2025
Harbour NoticesPublic NoticesThis direction sets a number of control measures that are applicable across the region, or a specific area or operation.
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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.
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Public notice of amendment to Responsible Camping Control Bylaw 2022
Public NoticesNewsAt the Council meeting on 7 August a recommendation to amend the bylaw to enable the management of Lake Elterwater freedom camping site was carried.
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Taylor River Bridge night works
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesWork starts on Sunday night on the replacement of a water main pipe across the SH1 Taylor River bridge.
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Have your say on the Annual Plan 2026-27
Marlborough MattersPublic NoticesMedia 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.
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Northbank Road opens to two lanes
June-July 2025 Weather EventsNewsMedia ReleasesWith Marlborough Anniversary Day just around the corner, Northbank Road at the 2km mark has opened to two-lane traffic after months of recovery work.
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University students share vision for Nelson Square
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA variety of concepts for the reimagining of Nelson Square are on display in Waitohi Picton.
