All News, Notices and Media Releases
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New Alcohol Control Areas accepted
Media ReleasesCouncil has made changes to Alcohol Control Areas (ACAs) in Blenheim and Picton and created a new one in Renwick.
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Small increase in bus fares from tomorrow
Media ReleasesFares on all Marlborough Bus Service routes go up slightly from tomorrow.
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Market Street Revamp takes root
Media ReleasesThe first tree – Nestegis montana or mountain maire - was planted this week as part of the Market Street Revamp.
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New citizens welcomed
NewsTwenty-four people from 11 countries have been welcomed to Marlborough.
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Popular e-bike training sessions return
NewsCharge On e-bike coaching is coming back to Wither Hills Farm Park next month thanks to popular demand.
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Students plant for the future at Thomsons Ford Road
NewsMore than 600 native trees are in the ground at Thomsons Ford Road, thanks to a community planting day that brought together local schools, environmental groups, and Council Enviroschools educators.
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One year of CoastSnap at Rārangi
NewsDid you know Rārangi has its very own CoastSnap station?
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EPlan goes live 1 September
NewsCouncil’s new EPlan digital planning platform is available for use from 1 September.
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Rates capping risks undermining infrastructure and community services
Media ReleasesMarlborough Deputy Mayor David Croad said he understands why the Government's proposed rates cap appeals, but the policy risks creating significant long-term consequences for communities.
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Flood report helps mitigate future risk
Media ReleasesA comprehensive flood frequency report has provided Council with a current and robust evidence base for understanding flood risk across the Wairau Catchment.
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Calling Marlborough’s creative community
Media ReleasesAre you involved in a creative community project and need funding?
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Applications open soon for Arts and Heritage Partnership Grants
Media ReleasesA new fund dedicated to arts and heritage is open for applications from Monday 24 August.
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Blenheim town centre still open for business
Media ReleasesBusinesses in Blenheim’s town centre remain open and ready to welcome customers while the Market Street Revamp continues.
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Council updates extreme rainfall data
Media ReleasesCouncil has received the latest update to the High Intensity Rainfall Design System (HIRDS), providing the region with its most accurate and up-to-date information on extreme rainfall events.
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Groundwater study highlights future climate impacts
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council has received a significant new scientific assessment examining how climate change and sea level rise could affect groundwater systems across the Lower Wairau Plain.
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Heading Right to Demand a Poll on the Electoral System
Public NoticesMarlborough District Council gives notice that the electoral system currently applying to Council elections is the Single Transferable Vote (STV) electoral system.
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Interislander transition berth taking shape
NewsExciting things are happening in Waitohi Picton as part of the ferry redevelopment project.
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Photography pop up latest Space Create initiative
Media ReleasesAn exhibition highlighting Blenheim photographer Anthony Phelps’ recent work opens today, part of Council’s Space Create initiative.
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Notice of intention to Sell / Dispose of vessel - WHITE YACHT
Harbour NoticesPublic NoticesHarbour Notice 30-2026.
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Nominations open for Marlborough Civic Honours Awards
Media ReleasesIn every community there are those who go the extra mile in the interests of community service.
