Media Releases
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Commemorating the 51st Anniversary of Battle of Long Tan Vietnam War
A wreath laying service to commemorate this country’s participation in the Vietnam War will be held at the War Memorial Clock Tower in Seymour Square at 11.00 am on Friday, 18 August.
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Registration Requirement Proposed to Improve Jet Ski Safety Record
Jet skis will need to be registered before they’re used in Marlborough waters in a new measure proposed in the review of the local navigation safety bylaws.
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Second-hand Sunday is 27 August 2017
A community recycling initiative, Second-hand Sunday, will be held later this month.
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Property revaluations coming soon
The district-wide revaluation of Marlborough properties is underway.
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Government funding for Marlborough water quality project
Marlborough Mayor John Leggett has welcomed the government recognition of a Council-led project to restore the health of the town’s Taylor River.
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Public meeting on proposed pyrolysis plant
A public meeting has been organised so that Taylor Pass residents can ask questions of the company wanting to set up a new pyrolysis plant near their neighbourhood.
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Algal outbreak in Seddon’s water supply
Brown algae have been appearing in the township’s water supply for the last couple of months. Work is underway to try and resolve the algal outbreak in Seddon’s water supply.
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Blenheim landfill will play a part in stopping oyster parasite spread
The first load of oysters culled from Marlborough Sounds oyster farms to control the parasite Bonamia ostreae is expected to be buried at the Blenheim Bluegums landfill later today.
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New community hall to revive the heart and soul of Seddon
Seddon has news to lift its spirits - the concept plan for the long-awaited Awatere Community Hall has been finalised.
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Cycleway consultation gets underway
Proposed designs for the new cycleway connecting Eltham Road and Beaver Road with the Taylor River cycle path are available for public input.
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Don't take shellfish or swim at Picton Foreshore or Shelley Beach
Late yesterday, Marlborough District Council was made aware of a sewer overflow from the town’s sewerage system into the Waitohi Stream and Picton harbour.
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Mayor welcomes destination marketing report
Mayor John Leggett has welcomed the recommendations of a destination marketing review prepared for the Council.
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Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 pools to re-open 6am Wednesday
The Aquatic Centre has received the all-clear to open after five days of closure.
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Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 Aquatic Centre closed for next few days
The Stadium Trust was advised by Nelson-Marlborough Public Health Service, indicating a possible link to the pools following recently reported Cryptosporidium cases in Marlborough.
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Latest stage completed in the Renwick-to-river cycle track
The latest addition to the district’s cycle network is a path which will give cyclists access to the Wairau River reserve and the Conders Bend mountain bike park at the edge of Renwick.
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Answer found for road safety issue at Waikawa Bay Primary School
A longstanding request from the families of children attending Waikawa Bay School is to be answered with the formation of safer roadside space along Waikawa Road.
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Council looking at options for special needs toilet amenities
Council staff are examining what would be required to provide specialised toilet and changing facilities within Blenheim’s CBD.
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Waiharakeke Gateway project; new entranceway coming for SH 1
The designs for new state highway entranceways to Blenheim will feature river rocks and flax, reflecting the natural features of the region.
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Council holds the line on spending - increase in rates-take 2.48%
Council has taken a tough line on its budgets for the year ahead, rejecting or deferring many of the requests for new spending and holding the increase in the overall rates-take to 2.48%.
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Proposed Government purchase of motel for emergency accommodation
The Ministry of Social Development has advised Marlborough District Council that the Ministry is considering the purchase of the Brydan Accommodation on Rose Street for emergency housing.
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Shelter for bus travellers on the way
Construction of the new bus shelter at the Blenheim railway station is underway.
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Sawdust stockpiles to be moved
A section of land alongside the upper Taylor River has been temporarily fenced off by Marlborough District Council so contractors can remove old sawdust stockpiles.
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Council purchases old Marlborough Club site
Marlborough District Council has purchased the old Marlborough Club building at 6 Russell Terrace and will look for a private sector tenant to bring a new use to the building.
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Bluegums landfill gets improved buffer
An expanded buffer area between the Blenheim landfill and residential property is being put in place in Taylor Pass Road.
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Parking meter vandalism will cost ratepayers
The cost to ratepayers of a trail of damage by vandals to parking meters in the Blenheim CBD will run into hundreds of dollars to repair.
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Another high rating for MDC financial management
The sound financial management of MDC has been confirmed by the rating agency Standard and Poor’s which has awarded the Council an “AA Stable” long term credit rating for the second year running.
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Safer cycling route along Eltham and Beaver roads gets green light
Designs are being prepared for a cycleway that connect Eltham Road and Beaver Road with the Taylor River cycle path.
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40 km speed limit extended to more schools around Marlborough
New speed warning signs are being installed at seven more schools in Marlborough to reinforce the message to motorists to cut their speed near schools when children are on the road in big numbers.
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Richard McNamara appointed to expanded fire role
Principal Rural Fire Officer Richard McNamara has been appointed Regional Manager Rural for Tasman, Marlborough-Kaikoura, the West Coast, North Canterbury, Christchurch and South Canterbury.
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Picton and Waikawa sewerage upgrade gets underway
Major investment in upgrading Picton and Waikawa’s infrastructure is continuing, with work beginning this week to reduce the amount of raw sewage being discharged into Picton Harbour during storms.
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Part of Taylor Dam Reserve off limits this weekend
Taylor Dam Reserve featuring in short film being shot this weekend. Actor will be using empty firearm and Police have been advised of the filming. Signage will be in place.
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Havelock North Drinking Water Enquiry
Council chief executive Mark Wheeler says Marlborough District Council has invested heavily in its water supplies over recent years.
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Tell us what you think about Council’s spending plans
There are still a few more days to ensure councillors hear your views on the Council’s spending plans for the coming year.
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Water treatment in the pipeline for Seddon
Marlborough District Council has secured land above the Seddon War Memorial for a new water treatment plant budgeted at $4.4m that will provide clean drinking water to 200 homes in the township.
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Water metering to be introduced to Renwick this summer
Water meters are a step closer for Renwick now that Council’s Assets and Services Committee has approved their installation and a tariff structure.
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Resolution reached on Murphys Creek impasse
After four years of meetings and discussions, residents living along Murphy’s Creek and Council have found a mutually satisfactory way to manage future stormwater flow into the creek.
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Marlborough District Council Website Re-styled
User-friendliness is the key feature of the Marlborough District Council’s re-styled website.
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ANZAC Day 2017
A wreath-laying service to mark Anzac Day will be held at the War Memorial Clock Tower in Seymour Square on Tuesday, 25 April.
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Warning Signs Stolen
Theft of the flood warning signs along the flooded Taylor River reserve was a foolish act which could compromise public safety.
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Picton and Waikawa Sewerage Upgrade in the Pipeline
Work is set to begin to reduce the amount of raw sewage being discharged into Picton Harbour.