Media Releases
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Roading update - repairs to Kenepuru Road and Queen Charlotte Drive
The assessment of damage to the Kenepuru Road is on-going by Marlborough Roads and it is likely to be many months before it is fully open, Marlborough’s Recovery Manager Dean Heiford says.
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Dogs allowed back in town from Sunday 1 August
From Sunday 1 August our four-legged friends will be allowed back into Blenheim’s CBD as the new Dog Control Policy and Dog Control Bylaw 2021 comes into effect.
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Minister Faafoi sees damage; State of Local Emergency lifted
A declaration terminating the state of local emergency was signed at midday today by Mayor John Leggett.
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Marlborough’s State of Local Emergency to be lifted tomorrow
The Emergency Management team is moving into the recovery phase as a period of more settled weather is predicted during the rest of the week.
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Convoy Pass required for Queen Charlotte Drive Non-residents
Marlborough Emergency Management Incident Controller Richard McNamara says although we are experiencing some rain, it is a small spike, not a major event like last week.
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Marlborough Weather Update 26 July 2021
The team at Marlborough’s Emergency Management Operations Centre is continuing to keep an eye on the weather situation which is expected to pass through the region quickly today.
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Marlborough Weather Event Update 25 July
The team at Marlborough’s Emergency Operations Centre is keeping an eye on a weather system expected to bring rain from the early hours of Monday morning until early evening.
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Marlborough Weather Event Update 24 July
Recovery efforts are continuing this weekend with roading and river stop bank repairs being carried out today.
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Marlborough Does the Mahi
If a region could be measured by the compassion of its residents, Marlborough would be off the scale, says Marlborough Mayor John Leggett.
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Park closures due to recent storm
Last weekend’s significant weather event combined with ongoing rain this week has left its mark on Marlborough’s sports parks.
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State of Local Emergency extended in Marlborough
The state of local emergency has been extended until 12.20 pm on Saturday 31 July in Marlborough.
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New Grovetown Lagoon management plan will strengthen the mahi
Not everyone knows but Marlborough has a special taonga.
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Stop Banks Off Limits to Vehicles - Selmes Road to SH1
Marlborough’s stopbank system and river reserves from Selmes Road to State Highway 1 (SH1), and covering all roads in between, are now off limits for vehicles.
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Mayoral Relief Fund to assist regional storm recovery
Marlborough Mayor John Leggett has established a Mayoral Relief Fund to assist the region in its storm recovery effort following the weekend’s event.
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Marlborough Weather Event Update 22 July
Marlborough’s recovery effort is continuing with agencies and contractors working hard to connect communities still isolated.
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Marlborough Weather Event Update 21 July
The team at Marlborough’s Emergency Operations Centre is keeping an eye on a small, fast moving weather system expected to bring rain to Marlborough this evening.
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Bailey bridge to be installed at Waihopai Valley Road
Marlborough District Council has confirmed that a temporary Bailey bridge will be installed at Waihopai Māori Ford, until a new bridge can be built.
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Marlborough weather event update 20 July
Marlborough’s recovery from the weekend’s storm continues, with the focus remaining firmly on residents and communities, particularly in areas where some people are still isolated.
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Havelock sewer pipes repaired - stay out of water until it clears
The sewer pipe in Havelock along Mahakipawa Road to the oxidation ponds was damaged during the flooding.
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Marlborough weather event update 19 July 2021
Marlborough’s recovery from the weekend’s storm is underway with the focus firmly on residents and communities, particularly in the Marlborough Sounds, where many people are still isolated.
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Queen Charlotte Drive
Work is continuing along Queen Charlotte Drive to make the road passable and safe for users. Queen Charlotte Drive is closed today.
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Marlborough weather event update
“Many local roads are still closed or have limited access for residents and emergency services only,” said Marlborough’s Deputy Mayor Nadine Taylor.
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SH1 to reopen from midday; all residents can return to their homes
Evacuees are being reunited with vehicles stranded along SH1 between Picton and Blenheim.
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Evacuation underway for Tuamarina township
All of Tuamarina township near Blenheim has also been advised to evacuate due to a breached stop bank.
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Evacuation underway for Spring Creek township
All of Spring Creek township near Blenheim has been advised to evacuate due to an overtopping stop bank.
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SH1 Wairau River bridge is closed, further evacuations advised
The State Highway 1 bridge over the Wairau River has just been closed. The river is running very high, just under the structure.
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Emergency declared in Marlborough
A state of local emergency was declared at 12.20pm today by Marlborough’s Deputy Mayor Nadine Taylor.
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Renwick Lower Terrace residents advised to evacuate
Residents of the Lower Terrace in Renwick are being advised to evacuate their properties and stay with family or friends for the next 24 hours.
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Marlborough Weather Update 10.00 am
Update on weather event in Marlborough.
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Heavy rainfall expected to bring flooding to Marlborough
The best plan for the weekend is staying home and off the roads, particularly tomorrow, Saturday.
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Public submissions open for Draft East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw
Consultation on the Draft East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw is underway and closes on 8 September
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Trucking company’s creek contamination results in prosecution
A Marlborough trucking company, Broadbridge Transport Ltd, has been convicted and fined $15,000 after discharging truck wash water on to land.
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Shelly Beach Reserve enhancement begins
Work to enhance Picton’s very popular Shelly Beach Reserve is underway earlier than expected.
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Council gives ‘finz up’ to High Performance Training Centre concept
A proposal to convert an existing building at Lansdowne Park into a High Performance Training Centre (HPTC) has received the full support of the Council’s Assets & Services Committee today.
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Submissions open 15 July for draft East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw
Councillors voted unanimously today to move forward and open public submissions on 15 July for the draft East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw.
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Time for TEAM Group to pass on the baton
Even though the final whistle is about to sound for The Economic Action Marlborough (TEAM) Group, it’s definitely not game over for all those involved in Marlborough’s Covid-19 economic recovery.
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Take care out there on the roads
Winter’s icy bite is here and with it there is an increase in the amount of ice on our region’s roads.
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Mayor comments on proposed water reforms
“I’ve had a chance to reflect on of the Government’s 3 Waters proposals, which were released to the public on Wednesday,” said John Leggett, Mayor of Marlborough.
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Get on board the bus Marlborough
The horn is sounding for Renwick residents, and Marlburians too, to take the bus.
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Council adopts Long Term Plan
Marlborough District Councillors adopted the Long Term Plan 2021 - 2031 (LTP) today.