Media Releases
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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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Floodwatch alert lifted for Spring Creek and Grovetown
A floodwatch alert for Spring Creek and Grovetown properties has ended following the completion of major repairs to surrounding stopbanks affected by the Kaikoura earthquake.
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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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Education is best way forward on stock droving
Councillors suggest more education needed for drivers so they know how to behave when encountering flocks of sheep or cattle being moved on the highways.
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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.
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Precautionary Advice for Residents
Precautionary advice for residents of Snowden Crescent, Dawkins Place and part of Dillons Point Road (numbers 8 to 42).
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Engineers closely monitoring Marlborough's stopbanks
Several river stopbanks in Marlborough were damaged by the Kaikoura earthquake.
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Don't take shellfish or swim at Picton Foreshore or Shelley Beach
The last 24 hours of rain in Picton has put the town’s sewerage system under pressure with overflows into the Waitohi Stream and Picton harbour.
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Marlborough Sports Facilities hit by rain
The wet weather is starting to affect sports grounds and playing surfaces and they are likely to be closed until Friday.
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Mayor encourages East Coast community to come to public meetings
Marlborough Mayor John Leggett is urging East Coast residents to bring forward their questions or concerns to the public meetings.
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Only limited parking at Lansdowne Park this weekend
If you’re heading to Lansdowne Park for a game this weekend, please allow a bit of extra time to get to your seat by kick-off.
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White Crosses to Remember the Fallen
Memorial white crosses in honour of Marlborough's fallen soldiers have been placed in the garden beds of Seymour Square next to Blenheim's War Memorial clock tower in preparation for Anzac Day.
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RNZAF to Parade in Blenheim for 80th Anniversary
Personnel from Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Base Woodbourne will conduct a charter parade on Saturday 1 April in Blenheim as part of the 80th anniversary of the RNZAF.
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Water Meters in the Pipeline for Renwick
Water meters may be installed in Renwick following a community meeting last night.
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Recycling Withdrawn as Wheelie Bins Replace Blue Bin at Picton Marina
The big blue rubbish and recycling bins put into the Picton marina for the convenience of Marlborough Sounds residents and holidaymakers just over a year ago are to be replaced by wheelie bins.
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Reservoir Gets a Makeover
Witherlea residents may notice a slight chlorine smell for a few days in their water next week.