Media Releases
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Shop & Win in Blenheim’s town centre - $4,000 up for grabs!
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlburians of all ages are making the most of competitions to promote the revitalisation of Market Street in Blenheim.
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Help shape the next Marlborough Heritage Festival
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe search is on for the stories, places and people that will feature in the 2027 Marlborough Heritage Festival.
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New assessment sets course for a low-waste Marlborough
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesLeading a regenerative, low-waste Marlborough where resources are valued, waste is minimised and communities actively protect and sustain the environment is Council’s vision for future.
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Council responds to Head Start decision
Simplifying local govermentMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough Deputy Mayor David Croad said he was relieved to hear that the Government has delayed its Head Start plan for council amalgamations.
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July 2026 storm costs estimated at $8.1M
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe weather event that began with a rare MetService Red Rain Warning in early July caused widespread damage to Marlborough’s roading network.
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Grovetown Lagoon management plan approved
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesPopular recreational area Grovetown Lagoon has a new management plan.
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Spotlight on Pests: Marlborough’s monthly pest watch launches
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil is launching a monthly biosecurity communications initiative to help people stay informed and vigilant about pest species threatening our region.
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Market Street Revamp reaches milestone
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe revitalisation of Blenheim’s town centre ‘sprung forward’ this morning with the reopening of Market Street to vehicles from Arthur to High Streets.
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Building energy resilience, one community at a time
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA national programme to enhance emergency preparedness and energy resilience in targeted communities is empowering parts of Marlborough.
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Market Street Revamp - Maxwell Road Lane closure from tomorrow
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA one lane closure is required where Maxwell Road meets Main Street in central Blenheim from tomorrow.
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Survey shows resident satisfaction remains strong
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough residents continue to rate their council positively according to the latest Resident Satisfaction Survey.
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Have your say on Council’s Draft Cemeteries Management Plan
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCemeteries are important places of remembrance, heritage and connection for the community
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New freshwater flora and fauna field guide launched
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThey say the acorn doesn't fall far from the tree.
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Regional Tourism Boost benefits Marlborough
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA Government push to attract more international visitors into regional New Zealand and support tourism growth nationwide is a win for Marlborough.
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Nominations close this Friday for the Marlborough Civic Honours Awards
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThere are just a few days left to nominate people who have gone the extra mile in the interests of community service in Marlborough.
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Marlborough Waters board welcomed at mihi whakatau
Marlborough Waters LimitedMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe Marlborough Waters board was formally welcomed yesterday at a mihi whakatau, marking another important step in the establishment of the new water services organisation.
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Working for Nature grants awarded
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council is pleased to announce the funding allocations for the 2026-2027 Working for Nature / Mahi mō te Taiao Grant Scheme.
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Awatere water main repaired
Awatere Water SupplyMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe water main failure affecting Seddon and rural Awatere has been repaired. The issue was caused by a single failure of the water main on Marama Road near Seddon.
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Leak identified but more work needed restore Awatere network
Awatere Water SupplyMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA leak was identified earlier this afternoon in the 225mm water main about two kilometres south west of Seddon on Marama Road.
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Water trucked into Awatere to maintain drinking water supply
Awatere Water SupplyMarlborough MattersMedia ReleasesWater is being trucked into the Awatere area to replenish both the rural Awatere water storage tanks and the Seddon water supply tank .
