The Community Projects Fund

Council allocates a percentage of the annual Small Townships budget (around $75,000) for small, low cost infrastructure projects on outdoor public spaces.

Any organisation or group that represents a small township or community in Marlborough can apply. This does not include Blenheim and Picton/Waikawa whose projects are funded differently, or townships that are on the Small Townships Programme.

The criteria that will be used to assess the applications will be whether the project:

• Improves an outdoor public space
• Includes a high level of community involvement and support
• Is able to be completed within one year

Best meets the objectives of the programme to:

• Design a liveable town with an attractive central space
• Allow freedom of movement, connectivity and accessibility
• Strengthen a sense of place and unique local identity
• Enhance the use, enjoyment and pride in outdoor public spaces.

Applications are considered by the Small Township Programme sub-committee, please see below the dates for 2024 applications:

Applications close Sub Committee Meeting

17 Jan 2024 21 Feb 2024

15 May 2024 19 June 2024

18 September 2024 23 October 2024

For more information or to discuss your ideas contact our Small Townships Project Manager:

Heather Graham
Email: heather.graham@marlborough.govt.nz
Phone: (03) 520 7400