Media Releases
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Preparations begin soon for Taylor River dredging project
Media ReleasesPreparatory work will start this side of Christmas on a project to improve the flood carrying capacity of the Taylor River near Blenheim’s town centre.
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Recycling up and running
Media ReleasesBins to take recycling are now in place outside the fire-damaged Resource Recovery Centre.
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Blenheim chlorination update
Public NoticesMedia ReleasesWith chlorination of Blenheim’s water supply well underway, some residents may have noticed discoloured water.
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Marlborough recycling on the move
Media ReleasesCouncil has today sent 140 m2 of Marlborough recycling to Eco Central in Christchurch.
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Council encourages collaboration to fill CBD spaces
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil is calling on Marlborough’s creative community and property owners to work together to support a new project to reinvigorate the Blenheim and Picton town centres.
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No swimming at Spring Creek this summer
Spring Creek Stopbank ProjectMedia ReleasesWith work underway on upgrading flood protection for Spring Creek, a popular section of the river near the Ferry Bridge is now off limits for swimming.
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Remember to have your say on the Annual Plan 2026-27
Media ReleasesAs part of building towards the Long Term Plan consultation next year Council wants to hear your ideas and feedback on its proposed Annual Plan 2026-27 before 28 November.
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Keep your recycling for now, if you can
Media ReleasesCouncil is working on an interim solution to sort Marlborough’s recycling following last week’s fire which has forced the closure of the Resource Recovery Centre in Wither Road, Blenheim.
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New rules allow building closer to boundaries
Media ReleasesAre you planning a sleepout, garden shed, or small cabin? You may not need a building consent - but only if every condition of the exemption is met.
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The Dump Shop to reopen Monday
Media ReleasesThe Dump Shop at Wither Road, Blenheim will reopen for donations tomorrow, Monday 24 November, at 10am.
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Youth Civic Awards celebrate outstanding contribution
Media ReleasesThe voluntary efforts of five young Marlborough people were celebrated at a ceremony in Council Chambers last night.
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Fire seriously damages Resource Recovery Centre
Media ReleasesThe Resource Recovery Centre at Wither Road, Blenheim has been significantly damaged due to a fire in the facility yesterday.
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Watch what you put in your recycling and waste
Media ReleasesWhether it’s antifreeze, asbestos, underwear or underlay – Council can tell you exactly where to put it.
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Mayor welcomes Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Programme update
Media ReleasesMarlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor has welcomed today’s announcement by the Minister for Rail Winston Peters.
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Removal of Grove Arm waste bin recommended
Media ReleasesA temporary free-to-use waste bin at the Grove Arm on Queen Charlotte Drive will be removed and operating hours at the Havelock Transfer Station adjusted to service any increased demand.
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Hazardous Waste Centre can accept recalled coloured sand
Media ReleasesCouncil’s Hazardous Waste Centre (HWC) at Wither Road in Blenheim can assist with the disposal of recalled coloured sand under strict conditions.
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Chilean Needle Grass: a growing threat during seeding season
Media ReleasesAs seeding season begins, Marlborough District Council is urging landowners and the public to stay vigilant against Chilean Needle Grass (CNG)—a highly invasive pest plant.
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New Navigation Bylaw now in place
Media ReleasesCouncil’s new Navigation Bylaw, which sets out rules and requirements to ensure safe navigation within Marlborough’s waterways, is now in place.
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Taylor River Bridge night works
Media ReleasesWork starts on Sunday night on the replacement of a water main pipe across the SH1 Taylor River bridge.
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Have your say on the Annual Plan 2026-27
Public NoticesMedia ReleasesAs part of building towards the Long Term Plan consultation next year Council wants to hear your ideas and feedback on its proposed Annual Plan 2026-27.
