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Preserving the Edwin Fox’s future

A group of experts visited the globally significant Edwin Fox last week to begin advisory work on the vessel’s future preservation needs.

Warning after rubbish truck fire

Quick thinking from a driver and a prompt response from Picton Volunteer Fire Brigade (FENZ) meant a fire in a rubbish truck yesterday was caught early.

London Quay businesses open as revamp hits halfway - MDC

As work on the London Quay upgrade in Picton marks the halfway point, the doors of businesses along Picton’s much loved waterfront strip are very much open for customers.

Additional Wilding Conifers funding for Molesworth welcome

Marlborough District Council says $1 million recently provided by the government’s International Visitor Levy is a significant boost to the Molesworth programme to control Wilding Conifers.

Northbank and Onamalutu roading recovery update

A new 30-minute access window from 12pm to 12.30pm Monday to Saturday will start this Thursday 21 August for all vehicles on Northbank Road.

Embrace Marlborough’s newcomers this Welcoming Week

A wide range of events celebrating Marlborough’s diversity is the feature of Welcoming Week from 5 to 14 September.

Greenwaste collection closed 18 August to 31 August

​Residential customers are requested to hold on to their greenwaste for the next two weeks while urgent repairs are carried out at the Blenheim Transfer Station.

NZTA confirms funding assistance for Marlborough road repairs

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has confirmed an enhanced Funding Assistance Rate (FAR) for emergency works repairs to roads in Marlborough damaged due to the June/July weather events.

Council adopts Water Services Delivery Plan

Marlborough District Council adopted its Water Services Delivery Plan (WSDP) at its meeting on 7 August.

Marlborough District Council Election Public Notice

Marlborough District Council Further Notice of Election and Poll and Declaration of Elected Candidates.

UV treatment contract signed for Havelock water supply

Council has signed a contract with Apex Water Ltd to build a temporary ultraviolet (UV) treatment plant in Havelock.

New bylaw important step towards getting Marlborough’s waste sorted

Marlborough is taking steps towards a cleaner, more sustainable future with the introduction of Council’s Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw 2025 from 1 September 2025.

Future plan in place for Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve

​The much-loved Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve on the eastern side of Waikawa Bay near Picton has a new management plan.

Help create Marlborough’s venue directory

Venue operators are invited to identify Marlborough’s creative and cultural spaces, through an online survey.

Short-term airport car park to re-open

Candidates confirmed for Marlborough local elections

​Nominations for election to Marlborough District Council closed at midday today.

Repairs continue on Marlborough’s roads

During and following the weather events of late June/early July Marlborough Roads crews have been out in force across the network.

Applications for rates rebate scheme now open

​Applications for the 2025/26 rates year with the new eligibility rules for the rates rebate scheme are now open.

More time to have your say on Picton Powerhouse Reserve

​There is still time to provide feedback on the future of the Picton Powerhouse Reserve on Wairau Road.

Digging deep: exploring Marlborough’s hidden waterways

What lies beneath the Marlborough coast may reshape our understanding and future resilience of the region’s water systems.