Media Releases
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Wairau River toxic algae warning
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil is warning the public to watch out for toxic algae in the Wairau River.
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Wairau Diversion freedom camping site reopens
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe Wairau Diversion has reopened to the public after the dry weather and damage from an accidental fire closed the site in early January.
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Working for Nature/Mahi mō te Taiao grants open on Monday
Marlborough MattersNewsMedia ReleasesThe 2024/25 Working for Nature/Mahi mō te Taiao grant scheme opens for online applications on Monday, 1 April.
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John Boswell appointed chief executive
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Council has appointed a new chief executive after an extensive national advertising campaign and thorough recruitment process.
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Picton and Waikawa water restrictions lifted
Marlborough MattersPicton Water SupplyMedia ReleasesWater restrictions in Picton and Waikawa have now been lifted.
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Wither Hills Farm Park opens
Marlborough MattersPublic NoticesNewsMedia ReleasesWalkers and cyclists can return to the Wither Hills from today (Wednesday).
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Picton’s Dublin Street to reopen soon
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMayor Nadine Taylor says KiwiRail’s decision to re-instate the level crossing and reopen Dublin Street in Picton is welcome news.
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Long Term Plan community consultation meeting dates
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesPeople will soon get the chance to find out more about Council’s planned expenditure in its Long Term Plan (LTP) 2024-2034. Submissions open from 4 April to 6 May.
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Common passage plan coming for commercial vessels in Sounds
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA new common passage plan to standardise the route all large commercial ships take through the Marlborough Sounds is a great example of collaboration, says Council’s Harbourmaster.
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Maximum vessel lengths for Tory Channel established
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesFor the safety of vessels, their crew and cargo, the Marlborough Harbourmaster has issued a direction that sets a maximum length for any new vessels looking to use the Tory Channel/Kura Te Au.
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Long Term Plan proposal agreed
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesPeople will soon have the opportunity to have their say on Council’s planned expenditure in its ten year plan.
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Wheelie bins are here
Marlborough MattersWheelie BinsMedia ReleasesNew wheelie bins – which replace plastic rubbish bags – are being wheeled out in Marlborough.
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Council proposes draft Long Term Plan budget
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe Long Term Plan 2024/2034 will go out for public consultation from 4 April to 6 May and include public meetings and hearings; dates and locations will be confirmed.
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Kaihautū joins Council
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesJohnny Joseph has joined Council as Kaihautū, responsible for facilitating partnerships with iwi and promoting collaborative and positive engagement with Māori within the Marlborough region.
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Mayor welcomes appointees to independent ferry service advisory group
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMayor Nadine Taylor has welcomed the appointments to the Ministerial Advisory Group tasked with providing independent advice and assurance on the future of KiwiRail’s inter-island ferry service.
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Let’s Get It Sorted: Rubbish bags on borrowed time
Marlborough MattersWheelie BinsMedia ReleasesWheelie bins are coming which means from 1 July 2024 Council rubbish bags will no longer be collected kerbside in Marlborough.
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Energy efficiency funding scheme suspended
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil’s energy efficiency and clean heating loan scheme will be suspended for any new loans from 29 February.
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National mountain bike event riding into Picton
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMountain bikers from around New Zealand will converge on Picton this Sunday 18 February for Round Four of the Mountain Bike New Zealand National Cross Country Series 2024.
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Don’t feed the gulls - BBA and Council
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesThe Blenheim Business Association and Marlborough District Council are leading the call to encourage people to stop feeding seagulls in the town centre.
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Checking the health of our town centres
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA spot check of the health of our town centres is the focus of Council’s ‘Marlborough Town Centre Health Check’.