All News, Notices and Media Releases
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First hour free parking extended
Media ReleasesThe first hour of free parking has been extended for Blenheim and Picton's central business districts.
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Council adopts draft East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw for consultation
Media ReleasesCouncillors voted unanimously this morning to move forward with the Bylaw process and open public submissions.
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Marlborough farmers stand up for water quality
Media ReleasesThe Council designed and built new mapping software to collect real-time data on stream conditions, fencing, and low-lying areas where runoff collects.
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Mayoral comment on fatal stabbing in Blenheim
Media ReleasesMayor John Leggett says his thoughts are with the family and friends of the young man who died in Blenheim's CBD at the weekend.
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Partnerships underpin new Victoria Domain Reserves Management Plan
Media ReleasesStrong partnerships with Te tiawa, the community and user groups now and into the future are the pillars of the new reserve management plan for Picton's Victoria Domain Reserves.
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Council disappointed by Waka Kotahi funding cut
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council was informed last week that due to funding cuts nationally, the money available from Waka Kotahi NZTA to fund the Marlborough road maintenance programme has been reduced.
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New dog control policy and bylaw adopted
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council's Environment Committee today adopted a new Dog Control Policy and Dog Control Bylaw 2021 for Marlborough.
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Council makes recommendations on Long Term Plan
Media ReleasesMayor John Leggett and Marlborough District Councillors today considered the 130 public submissions received on its Long Term Plan 2021 - 2031 Consultation Document.
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Picton ponders future projects
Media ReleasesA heritage/environment centre, a mountain bike park, a hot-pool style aquatic facility - or none of the above?
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Council services - Queen’s Birthday
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council's offices in Blenheim will be closed on Queen's Birthday, Monday 7 June.
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Reuse trial for household goods launched
Media ReleasesFrom 12 June people can get unwanted household goods like furniture collected from their home.
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Council wins commendation for its TEAM work
Media Releaseshe Economic Action Marlborough (TEAM) Group, led by Marlborough District Council, has received a commendation at the 2021 Economic Development New Zealand (EDNZ) Awards.
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Local speed limit changes take effect this Thursday
Media ReleasesLower speeds are just around the corner for a number of local roads from this Thursday.
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Next stage of Renwick’s water main works underway
Media ReleasesRenwick's water infrastructure is about to get a further boost with replacement works for the town's water main.
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Dog Control Policy and Bylaw Review update
Media ReleasesThe Council has now completed the hearings and is finalising its deliberations as part of the Dog Control Policy and Bylaw Review.
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Muller Road works on target
Media ReleasesMajor stormwater and wastewater pipe replacement works required as part of the Muller Road services upgrade are on track to begin after Easter.
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Waste levy set to increase dumping costs and encourage recycling
Media ReleasesBluegums landfill in Blenheim is Marlborough's only mixed waste disposal point and is Council-owned.
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Future proofing the Taylor River Reserve and Riverside Park
Media ReleasesImprovements to the Taylor River Reserve and Riverside Park will benefit the hundreds of walkers and bikers who use it every day.
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Humble dung beetle potential game changer for landowners
Media ReleasesMarlborough landowners and the Council will be as happy as dung beetles in muck if an ambitious programme to improve the region's waterways achieves its objectives.
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Blank canvas of a building site comes to life
Media ReleasesLife mimics art in this impressive drone image of the new Marlborough District Library and Art Gallery taken by local photographer Jim Tannock.