News
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Upcoming Rita Angus exhibition
Marlborough MattersNewsMarlborough Art Gallery is to host a touring exhibition, Rita Angus: New Zealand Modernist, from 17 February to 14 April.
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Seniors’ Expo next month
Marlborough MattersNewsAre you interested in activities or advice targeting the over 65s?
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A welcome drink for street trees
Marlborough MattersNewsWhile watering of younger trees is carried out regularly by contractors, the trees also appreciate a helping hand from residents over the hot summer months.
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Explore Marlborough’s parks and tracks this summer
Marlborough MattersNewsNow’s a great time to go somewhere new. “We are encouraging locals to take a trip in a visitor’s footsteps this summer,” Parks and Open Spaces officer Kiri Whiteman said.
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Blenheim to Nelson road to close
Marlborough MattersNewsThe Whangamoa Saddle, on State Highway 6 between Rai Valley and Hira, is closing at night during February.
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Commercial Events Fund - Opening Soon
Marlborough MattersNewsRound 2 of Council’s 2023/2024 Commercial Events Fund opens next Monday 12 February.
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Biosecurity: watch out for Bomarea
Marlborough MattersNewsCouncil’s Biosecurity team’s work includes managing plant, animal and marine pest species, with the ever-present risk of new threats that can impact our environment.
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iReX project winds down in Waitohi Picton
Marlborough MattersNewsAt the end of last year, the Government announced that the increase in construction costs for iReX were too great to continue the project.
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Cranes to go to island community
Marlborough MattersNewsCranes at Kapowai and Elmslie Bay jetties in the Marlborough Sounds are to be refurbished and handed over to the D’Urville Island Settlers Association.
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Springlands’ work progresses
Marlborough MattersNewsWorks are progressing well on water main works in Springlands, Blenheim.
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Ferry Bridge carpark upgrade
Marlborough MattersNewsA much-needed redevelopment of the car park area at Ferry Bridge just outside the Spring Creek township was completed before Christmas for the summer season.
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Scientists study water movement in Pelorus/Te Hoiere
Marlborough MattersNewsA new study by Council’s environmental scientists is looking at groundwater quality and how water moves through parts of Te Hoiere/Pelorus catchment, where hydrology is little understood.
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Rural sports funding open
Marlborough MattersNewsIf you’re involved with a rural sports club or school sports team, you may be eligible for funding.
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Creative Communities fund opens soon
Marlborough MattersNewsAre you involved in a creative community project that benefits the people of Marlborough? Do you need funding help?
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Council and committee meetings
Marlborough MattersNewsThe following committee meeting is open to the public and anyone is welcome to attend. Copies of the agendas will be available online and at Council’s Office, 15 Seymour Street.
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Wither Hills Farm Park remains closed
Marlborough MattersNewsThe Wither Hills Farm Park remains closed due to the hot and dry conditions.
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Weld Pass night closures
Marlborough MattersNewsSummer state highway maintenance work by NZTA Waka Kotahi means the closure of Weld Pass from 18 to 20 February between 8pm and 6am.
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Marlborough officially a Welcoming Community
Marlborough MattersNewsMarlborough is now a Committed Welcoming Community under the Welcoming Communities – Te Waharoa ki ngā Hapori - banner.
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Join the biking treasure hunt
Marlborough MattersNewsIf you’re looking for a fun activity for the whole family then jump on your bike and head to the Taylor River Reserve for the biking treasure hunt.
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Council and Committee Meetings – January/February 2024
NewsThe following committee meetings are open to the public and anyone is welcome to attend. Copies of the agendas will be available online and at Council’s Office, 15 Seymour Street.