All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Board appointed to lead Marlborough's new water services organisation
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council has appointed the inaugural board of Marlborough Waters Limited.
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Marlborough Libraries go fine free
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil’s Infrastructure and Community Facilities Committee has decided to remove overdue fees on adult literacy resources.
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Consultation opens on review of East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council is seeking public feedback on whether the East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw 2023 should be reviewed.
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Survey reminder: Marlborough 2055 - Marlborough District Council
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesEarly public engagement for Council’s next Long Term Plan 2027-2037 has been underway since mid-June with public meetings and an online community priorities survey, which closes on 31 July.
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New citizens welcomed
Marlborough MattersNewsTwenty-four people from 10 countries have been welcomed to Marlborough.
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Report dead birds to MPI
Marlborough MattersNewsCouncil is urging anyone seeing groups of sick or dead birds to ring the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) Exotic Pest and Disease hotline on 0800 80 99 66.
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Reminder about Opāoa River Loop rules
Marlborough MattersNewsResidents living within the Opāoa River Loop area are being contacted by Council regarding river rules in flood zones.
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Avoid penalty fees - pay your dog registrations by the end of July
Marlborough MattersNewsMonday 31 July is the final day to pay your dog registration.
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Hydrangea pruning time
Marlborough MattersNewsIt’s pruning time for hydrangeas and Council’s gardening team is holding demonstrations at Pollard Park next week.
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Autumn weather update
Marlborough MattersNewsMarlborough was slightly wetter and less windy than usual in autumn 2026.
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Slower speeds around schools to keep Marlborough kids safe
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesDrivers will soon see new 30km/h variable speed limits outside schools across Marlborough, following approval at Council’s Strategy and Community Partnerships Committee meeting last week.
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Marlborough bus fares increase
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesIt now costs 10 cents more for both adults and children to use the buses in Blenheim, 30 cents more for adults using the Picton bus and 10 cents more for children.
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Survey seeks feedback on Marlborough-Kaikōura amalgamation proposal
Simplifying local govermentMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMDC is asking residents and ratepayers to take part in a survey as councillors consider whether to work with Kaikōura District Council on a proposal to create a unitary council.
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Dart Rock’ Aid is no longer in place and is currently missing
Harbour NoticesPublic NoticesHarbour Notice 26-2026.
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Dog registrations due by end of July to avoid penalties
Marlborough MattersNewsThe dog registration year runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027 so now’s the time to register your dogs.
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New to Marlborough? Here’s everything you need to know
Marlborough MattersNewsIf you’re a newcomer to our region and wondering how to find out about your local community and its facilities, check out the Welcome to Marlborough guide.
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Marlborough earns chocolate fish for smarter traffic management
Marlborough MattersNewsMarlborough is one several councils named by Minister of Transport Chris Bishop as leading the charge to reduce road cone use.
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Bringing kiwi back to Arapaoa Island, one trap at a time
Marlborough MattersNewsAcross the expanse of Arapaoa Island, a small team is working hard to eradicate stoats with a plan to bring back kiwi.
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Council readying for bird flu
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil is working closely with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) to prepare should bird flu arrive in the country.
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Resident access restored in Tyntesfield Road, Waihopai Valley
July 2026 Weather EventMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesTemporary vehicle access was successfully restored on Tyntesfield Road in the Waihopai Valley on Friday evening, allowing access by 4WD for an estimated 40 residents, from this morning.
