Since the original purchase of land on the Wither Hills in 1944 to address soil conservation issues, a huge amount of effort over many years by the former Marlborough Catchment Board and Marlborough District Council has gone into stabilising these hills to protect Blenheim. Today the Farm Park’s role as a soil and water conservation reserve is as important as ever.
The current management plan produced in 2003 (see below) has been invaluable in providing management direction for the last two decades. However, much has changed over the last 20 years and a review of this document is now necessary to consider these changes when determining future management direction for the Farm Park. This will ensure that this important area best meets the needs for residents of Blenheim and the wider Marlborough community into the future.
The initial submission period on developing a new
management plan for the Wither Hills Farm Park has now closed. A summary of the
feedback received has been prepared and is available for people to view. A copy
of the complete submissions is also available for viewing. Work on drafting the
new plan is underway and there will be a further opportunity for submissions.
If you wish to talk with someone at the Council about the review, please contact Linda Craighead on 03 520 7400.