News
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From A to D: Marlborough's lakes’ health revealed
Marlborough MattersNewsCouncil's recent water quality testing of lakes in the region has revealed a mixed picture of lake health, with some pristine bodies of water and others facing challenges.
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Heritage Marlborough helping digitise region’s history
Marlborough MattersNewsSome of Marlborough’s many historical treasures have come to light as part of an initiative by Council’s Heritage Marlborough team to help digitise local collections.
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Explore Marlborough’s parks and tracks this summer
Marlborough MattersNewsMarlborough’s iconic Wither Hills play host to many of the region’s favourite walks - its various options making them a wonderful destination for many.
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Marlborough Living Cultural Treasure Award nominations open today
Marlborough MattersNewsMedia ReleasesCouncil is now inviting nominations for the next Marlborough Living Cultural Treasure.
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Tech hub management contract signed
Marlborough MattersNewsInnovate Marlborough, Council’s Economic Development Team, has announced the signing of a management contract for the Marlborough Tech and Innovation Hub.
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Keep off the seagrass this summer
Marlborough MattersNewsMedia ReleasesThis summer Council is diving in to highlight the importance of rimurehia/seagrass.
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Cruise season starts in Marlborough
Marlborough MattersNewsThe first cruise ship of summer marked the beginning of a strong season for cruise tourism in Marlborough.
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Council team has gardens in great shape
Marlborough MattersNewsWith Garden Marlborough happening this weekend, spare a thought for Council’s garden team who work tirelessly to ensure our parks look amazing for the event.
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Shelly Beach reserve improvements
Marlborough MattersNewsPicton’s Shelly Beach foreshore is looking smart and ready for summer thanks to recent work carried out by Council.
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Blenheim’s street tree planting programme
Marlborough MattersNewsThe 2024 winter street tree planting programme is almost complete.
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Fire risk and erosion control trial
Marlborough MattersNewsWalkers on the Wither Hills Farm Park will have noticed large-scale works under and around the trees on the lower slopes near walking tracks adjacent to Forest Park Drive.
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Remote/virtual building inspections way of the future
Marlborough MattersNewsFifteen per cent of Council’s building inspections are currently completed virtually using an app, saving time and money, and that figure is set to grow.
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Spring has sprung in Marlborough’s premier parks
Marlborough MattersNewsIt’s a wonderful time to be out and about in Marlborough.
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Enduring environmental gains from Jobs for Nature funding
Marlborough MattersNewsEnvironmental runs on the board will endure despite the funding for the Jobs for Nature Restoring and Protecting Flora Project coming to an end.
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Only rain goes down the drain - let’s keep our waterways clean
Marlborough MattersNewsMarlborough residents are being reminded that ‘only rain goes down the drain’ following a series of pollution events in a Springlands waterway.
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Calling all artists – it’s Chorus cabinet time
Marlborough MattersNewsA brightly coloured artwork that transformed a grey telecommunications cabinet in Old Renwick Road was a family project that spanned the generations.
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Marlborough flies high at airline’s mayoral forum
Marlborough MattersNewsMayor Nadine Taylor flew Marlborough’s flag at the Air New Zealand Mayoral Forum held in Auckland recently.
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Korean delegation visits Marlborough
Marlborough MattersNewsA delegation from South Korea was in Marlborough recently as part of a regional tour.
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Marlborough’s swimming spots in good shape
Marlborough MattersNewsWater quality at Marlborough coastal and river sites is generally good according to Council’s latest Recreational Water Quality update.
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Be on the rook out – but don’t shoot
Marlborough MattersNewsOnce eradicated in Marlborough, rooks have been spotted a number of times by local farmers and contractors over the past few years.
