Media Releases
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Nominations open for local government elections
Candidate nominations for this year’s local government elections are now open and those who are keen to get involved, and help shape Marlborough’s future, are encouraged to stand.
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Wheels in motion for Picton bus service trial
An 18 month bus service trial between Blenheim and Picton has been given the green light and will begin operating on Tuesday 6 August 2019.
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Council stumps up to save trees
Marlborough District Council’s Assets and Services Committee has this afternoon agreed in principle to fund the difference required to save 70 oak trees along Dog Point Road, near Renwick.
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Marlborough wins Local Government NZ Conference 2020
Marlborough District Council and Destination Marlborough are very pleased to announce that the Local Government New Zealand Conference will be held in Marlborough in July 2020.
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QEII Award in Music 2019
This year’s Queen Elizabeth II Music Award will be shared between four young Marlborough musicians.
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Shared water meter system for some Renwick and Havelock properties
Council this morning agreed to move away from installing water meters on all Renwick and Havelock properties, unless the property owner is being disadvantaged.
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Council adopts Annual Plan
Council met on Thursday 27th June and adopted its annual plan 2019-2020, setting the rates for the coming financial year, which come into effect this Monday 1 July.
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Whale Trail funding announced
A new cycle and walking trail stretching 200 kilometres from Picton to Kaikōura has a new name and government funding.
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Te Tauihu Intergenerational Strategy
A series of community conversations called Te Tauihu Talks will be held across Marlborough, Nelson and Tasman throughout July and August.
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Study on Picton’s air quality set to begin
Marlborough District Council, in conjunction with NIWA (National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research) is set to begin a year-long study into Picton’s air quality.
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Marlborough congratulates Craig Harper
Mayor John Leggett has congratulated Blenheim local Craig Harper on his achievement, cycling across 12 US states, covering 4,828km, in 10 days.
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Community Awards recognise Marlborough volunteers
Marlborough’s inaugural Volunteer Community Awards were held in Council Chambers last night, coinciding with National Volunteer Week.
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Changes to Blenheim’s bus timetable from Monday 1 July
Changes to Blenheim’s bus timetable will come into force on Monday 1 July 2019 in an effort to ensure the service runs on time.
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Council brings consistency and cost savings to CBD parking
Council’s Assets and Services Committee today agreed, subject to full Council approval, to a trio of changes relating to parking in central Blenheim.
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Council decisions on Annual Plan
Marlborough District Council has confirmed its funding priorities for the 2019-2020 Annual Plan, after considering 118 submissions from the public.
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Have your say on Council services
Each year Marlborough District Council surveys residents to find out their level of satisfaction with its services. The 2019 survey begins this Monday and will continue until late July.
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Picton Library and Service Centre takes out architecture award
Picton’s Library and Service Centre - Waitohi Whare Mātauranga, has taken out top honours in the Public Architecture section at this year’s TOTs NZAI Local Awards.
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AA Positive rating for Council’s financial management
Marlborough District Council’s strong financial management has been confirmed by rating agency S&P Global Ratings, with Council retaining its “AA Positive” long term credit rating.
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Earthquake strengthening at Stadium 2000 done and dusted
Work to upgrade Blenheim's Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 is now complete, with the facility back up and running at full capacity.
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One step closer to metered water for Renwick and Havelock
Havelock and Renwick residents are one step closer to a metered water regime with Council awarding the contract for the meter box installation to Fulton Hogan.
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Annual Plan hearings set down for next week
A total of 118 submissions were received on the Council’s 2019-20 Annual Plan, covering a wide variety of issues.
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Awatere Community Memorial Hall gets revamp
Seddon’s Awatere Community Memorial Hall is set for a revamp so it can once again become a multi-use community hub, fit-for-purpose and available for all community groups.
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Playground triple dip win for Marlborough
Three new playgrounds are under construction, reflecting the Council’s commitment to improved facilities for children
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Marlborough Volunteer Community Awards – nominations wanted!
The new Marlborough Volunteer Community Awards are a partnership between Volunteer Marlborough and Marlborough District Council.
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Mayor welcomes LiDAR mapping funding
Marlborough Mayor John Leggett has warmly welcomed the announcement by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) and the Provincial Development Unit on LiDAR mapping funding.
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Speed limit bylaw review for Marlborough
Council will undertake a review of speed limits on local roads across the region in a two-stage process in 2019 and 2020, through its local roads asset management agency Marlborough Roads.
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Future of Work conference - register now
This free one day conference will showcase what the workplace of tomorrow looks like for Marlborough’s young people, to inspire them to become part of the region’s future.
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Green space proposed for Andrew Place
This is a great opportunity to develop the space vacated by the units into a community area that can be used by all residents.
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Mayor attends launch of new Community Driver Mentoring Programme
Mayor John Leggett will attend the launch of a new community driver mentoring programme that’s designed to improve safety on our roads.
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Forestry company failures result in prosecution
Forestry management company, Laurie Forestry Services Limited, has been convicted and fined $71,000 after their actions and practices led to significant sediment pollution in South East Bay.
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Last call for Annual Plan submissions
"There is less than a week until submissions close on the Council’s 2019-20 Annual Plan,” says Marlborough Mayor John Leggett
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Pay by Plate parking comes to town
It’s a case of out with the old, in with the new, as Blenheim’s CBD prepares to move to new Pay by Plate parking meters.
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Council welcomes funding for Smart Services
Government funding for the Marlborough District Council’s Smart Services project has been welcomed by Mayor John Leggett.
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Innovative Intergenerational Regional Strategy Announced for Te Tauihu
The Government has announced support for the development of a new intergenerational Regional Growth Strategy for Marlborough, Nelson and Tasman.
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Anzac Day 2019
Large crowds are expected at the district’s Anzac Day services next week.
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Council flicks switch on solar power scheme
Marlborough ratepayers wanting to switch to solar power can now call on Council for assistance.
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Blenheim pipe repairs roll on
Repair work to Blenheim’s underground pipes is progressing with the second stage set to begin.
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Marlborough speaks as one on education reforms
‘Marlborough Inc.’ has presented a single submission to the Government on its consultation on the proposed reform of vocational education
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Have Your Say - Annual Plan adopted for consultation
Submissions open tomorrow on Council’s 2019-20 Annual Plan.
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Blenheim’s ASB Theatre to host National Remembrance Service
The National Remembrance Service for victims of the Christchurch terrorism attacks, to be held this Friday.