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Youth Council reflects Marlborough’s diversity

The 2026 Marlborough Youth Council (pictured) have been sworn in at a ceremony in Council Chambers.

Environment awards to launch

Marlborough adventure racer Sophie Hart headlines the 2026/27 Port Marlborough - Marlborough Environment Awards launch next month.

New citizens welcomed

Twenty-four people from 11 countries have been welcomed to Marlborough.

Popular e-bike training sessions return

Charge On e-bike coaching is coming back to Wither Hills Farm Park next month thanks to popular demand.

Students plant for the future at Thomsons Ford Road

More than 600 native trees are in the ground at Thomsons Ford Road, thanks to a community planting day that brought together local schools, environmental groups, and Council Enviroschools educators.

One year of CoastSnap at Rārangi

Did you know Rārangi has its very own CoastSnap station?

EPlan goes live 1 September

Council’s new EPlan digital planning platform is available for use from 1 September.

Interislander transition berth taking shape

Exciting things are happening in Waitohi Picton as part of the ferry redevelopment project.

Report woolly nightshade to Council

New bird observatory takes flight at Havelock Marina

Building of a new bird observatory on the Havelock Marina mole is set to begin, creating an exciting new community asset for residents and visitors alike.

Marlborough JPs receive long service awards

A ‘remarkable’ group of people has been acknowledged for their time, knowledge and commitment in service to the Marlborough community.

Victoria Domain blooms with natives

Significant improvement work is underway at Picton’s Victoria Domain with Council staff, specialist contractors, community volunteers, and school groups.

Samoan Government delegation visits Marlborough

Councillor Gerald Hope , Chief Executive John Boswell and other council staff met with the Hon Minister for Commerce, Industry and Labour in Samoa Fata Ryan Schuster and other officials recently.

Northbank Road repairs nearly complete

Major repairs on a large overslip and river scour on Northbank Road were completed last month.

Recycling Centre progresses

Work is well underway on the rebuild of Marlborough’s Recycling Centre in Wither Road extension, with an expected completion date of 30 September.

Dog registrations due by end of July to avoid penalties

The dog registration year runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027 so now’s the time to register your dogs.

New to Marlborough? Here’s everything you need to know

If you’re a newcomer to our region and wondering how to find out about your local community and its facilities, check out the Welcome to Marlborough guide.

Marlborough earns chocolate fish for smarter traffic management

Marlborough is one several councils named by Minister of Transport Chris Bishop as leading the charge to reduce road cone use.

Bringing kiwi back to Arapaoa Island, one trap at a time

Across the expanse of Arapaoa Island, a small team is working hard to eradicate stoats with a plan to bring back kiwi.

New look for Antenno

​Purple is the new orange! From 1 July, you’ll notice Antenno, has a fresh new look.