Media Releases
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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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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.
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Town centre refresh brings new planting and tree changes
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesWork has started on the revitalisation of Blenheim’s town centre.
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Red Rain Warning - Update 4 - Marlborough response shifts to recovery
July 2026 Weather EventMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough Emergency Management is now entering the recovery phase, following the response to the heavy rain experienced across the region over the last three days.
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Red Rain Warning for South Marlborough – Update 3
July 2026 Weather EventMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesIncident Controller Chris Faulls said road conditions had deteriorated today and residents should avoid travel wherever possible.
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MetService Red Rain Warning for South Marlborough – Update 2
July 2026 Weather EventMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough Emergency Management is activated and continuing to monitor the potential impacts of the Heavy Rain Warning - Red for the southern part of Marlborough.
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Rare MetService Red Rain Warning for South Marlborough – Update 1
July 2026 Weather EventMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough Emergency Management has been activated as a precaution to monitor and prepare ahead of a Heavy Rain Warning – Red for parts of Marlborough’s southern boundary.
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Council services on Matariki – Friday 10 July
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil’s Blenheim office will be closed from 4.30pm Thursday 9 July and reopen on Monday 13 July at 8.30am due to the Matariki holiday on Friday 10 July.
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Survey opens on potential Marlborough-Kaikōura council merger
Simplifying local govermentMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council is inviting residents to have their say on a possible merger with Marlborough which may be proposed by Kaikōura District Council.
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Council confirms regulatory fee increases following public feedback
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesLast week Marlborough District Councillors approved a series of regulatory fee increases for the 2026/2027 year, after public consultation.
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Marlborough's library and gallery marks millionth milestone
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesTe Kahu o Waipuna, Marlborough Library and Art Gallery, has welcomed its millionth visitor.
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Council backs roll out of Market Street Revamp Stage Two
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe revitalisation of Blenheim’s town centre has taken a significant step forward.
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Community feedback sought on review of East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council will seek community feedback on the proposed scope of a review of the East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw 2023.
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Council open to exploring local government reform opportunities
Simplifying local govermentMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Councillors are open to discussions with neighbouring councils as part of the Government's Simplifying Local Government reform programme.
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Council adopts Annual Plan and sets rates for 2026-27
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council today finalised an average rates increase of 6.81 per cent for the 2026-2027 financial year.
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Marlborough’s Matariki guide has something for everyone
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMatariki is for all people in Aotearoa New Zealand and this year’s Marlborough event programme just out is full of opportunities to participate.
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New format for Café Create this June
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThis month’s Café Create will take a different format with an evening event planned.
