All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Feedback sought on proposed Marlborough Sounds’ aquaculture variations
Media ReleasesProposed plan variations for managing marine and finfish farming in the Marlborough Sounds are now open for public submission.
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Trial bus service changes
Media ReleasesThe Picton to Blenheim bus service, which operates on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am to 2pm, is proving popular, used by an average of 240 passengers a month.
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Business needs survey a first for Marlborough
Media ReleasesLocal businesses have a three-week window from today to have their say about their current and future needs.
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Have your say reminder: Middle Renwick Road cycle lane consultation
Media ReleasesMiddle Renwick Road (State Highway 6) in Blenheim is getting cycle lanes thanks to some welcome funding from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.
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New Marlborough responsible camping bylaw adopted
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council's Freedom Camping Sub-Committee recommendations have been adopted unanimously by the full Council, which met this afternoon.
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Marlborough TEAM notches up successes
Media ReleasesTeams win and lose, but Marlborough's TEAM (The Economic Action Marlborough) Group is satisfied with its current score card.
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Jetski safety courses on offer this summer
Media ReleasesMarlborough's Harbourmaster is putting out the call for personal water craft (PWC) users to take advantage of free safety courses this summer.
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Renwick reservoir construction complete
Media ReleasesConstruction of Renwick's new 1,500m reservoir at 24 River Terrace is complete, marking the end of the first stage in a three-year programme to improve Renwick's drinking water.
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Contract awarded for Picton feasibility studies
Media ReleasesThe contract for feasibility studies into a Picton Mountain Bike Park, Heritage and Environment Centre, and a Wellness Centre and Spa/Pool Complex has been awarded.
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20th South Island Masters Games heads to Marlborough
Media ReleasesThe South Island Masters Games and Marlborough District Council have signed an agreement that will see the 2021 and 2023 games hosted throughout the Marlborough Region.
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Marlborough leads nation in seabed mapping and coastline potential
Media ReleasesFrom aquaculture to vessel navigation and marine biodiversity, the health of the coastal ecosystem plays a central role to the quality of life in New Zealand.
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Wairau River Regional Park plan gets green light
Media ReleasesA visionary new regional park along the banks of the lower Wairau River will be the first of its kind in Marlborough.
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New funding for parks, playgrounds and sportsgrounds
Media ReleasesThe Assets and Services Committee has approved just over $3.2 million to fund local projects through its Land Subdivision Account.
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Finish line in sight for Renwick wine trail
Media ReleasesWheels are in motion and the finish line is in sight for the final stages of the Renwick wine trail, which will traverse 23.9 km of the area's vineyards and cellar doors.
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Have your say on Middle Renwick Road cycle lanes
Media ReleasesMiddle Renwick Road (State Highway 6) in Blenheim is getting much-needed cycle lanes thanks to some welcome funding from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.
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Marlborough's Summer Feast
Media ReleasesFeast Marlborough is gearing up to co-ordinate a series of events being planned for Marlborough's usually busy summer period.
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Consultation closes on dog control bylaw review
Media ReleasesConsultation on the Marlborough District Council Dog Control Policy and Bylaw review closed on Monday 9 November and over 670 submissions have been received.
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Applications open for Working for Nature/Mahi mō te Taiao grants
Media ReleasesOnline applications are now open for Marlborough District Council's new environmental grant programme, Working for Nature/Mahi mō te Taiao.
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Last call for waste feedback
Media ReleasesMarlborough's Waste Management and Minimisation Plan is revised every six years and is currently being updated.
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Council releases Annual Report - ‘a year like no other’
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council has released its Annual Report for the financial year 1 July 2019 to 30 June 2020. Mayor John Leggett said it had been a year of extremes.