All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Shining a light on night navigation in the Sounds
Media ReleasesIf you are planning a boat trip or a visit to the bach in the Marlborough Sounds this Easter holiday weekend, remember to check you have the correct navigation lights on board.
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Have your say on Marlborough’s economic future
Media ReleasesFast forward 10 years and Marlborough has a thriving economy in balance with a flourishing environment and vibrant communities.
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Economic recovery group winds down as Kenepuru Road reopens
Media ReleasesIt's been a rocky road for businesses affected by the July 2021 storm, particularly in the Marlborough Sounds and the Awatere Valley.
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Strong performance by Marlborough economy despite trying times
Media ReleasesDespite the challenges of Covid-19, Marlborough has been a strong performer according to the latest quarterly economic data recently released by Infometrics.
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Last chance to participate in recycling crate trial
Media ReleasesCalling all recyclers from the windy streets of Blenheim and Picton.
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Power of the Picton community needed for Powerhouse Reserve rethink
Media ReleasesCommunity input will be sought, and a new Trust established to oversee a high-profile site on Wairau Road in Picton.
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Heart of Havelock upgrade nearing completion
Media ReleasesImprovements to Neil Street and the Domain in the centre of Havelock are almost finished.
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Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre expansion set to take flight
Media ReleasesAn expansion of Marlborough's Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre is set to take flight after Council's Planning, Finance and Community Committee signaled its support for the project.
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Changes to Covid-19 policies - Marlborough District Council
Media ReleasesEarlier today the Prime Minister announced upcoming changes for My Vaccine Pass requirements, QR codes, vaccination mandates and gathering limits.
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Debris flow study indicates landslide risk in North Marlborough
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council recently commissioned University of Canterbury researchers to map the North Marlborough area.
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Greenwaste site system and access changes
Media ReleasesFrom April a new camera system will be used to record greenwaste at Blenheim's Waste Sorting Centre and the public access point will change.
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Survey on smoking and vaping in public spaces
Media ReleasesCouncil wants to hear your views on smoking and vaping in Marlborough's public spaces as it prepares a new policy on the public areas that should be smokefree and vapefree.
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Share your ideas for Blenheim’s new dog park design
Media ReleasesAs the planning of Blenheim's new dog park progresses Council wants to hear from the community and dog owners on how they think the space should be set out.
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Committee votes to remove Rema Reserve gum tree
Media ReleasesCouncillors voted unanimously at yesterday's Assets and Services Committee to begin the process to remove a 95 year old manna gum tree (Eucalyptus viminalis) from Blenheim's Rema Reserve.
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Waste dumping charges rise to encourage behaviour change
Media ReleasesOur country's landfills are a finite resource and Government policy designed to reduce, reuse and recycle' continues to hit people where it hurts - their wallet.
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Community garden project germinates in Picton
Media ReleasesFrom the seed of an idea, Picton will at last see the germination of a community garden concept.
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Resident passes ‘out the window’ for Kenepuru Road
Media ReleasesMarlborough Roads Recovery Team members survey soil anchors between Portage and Black Rock, on Kenepuru Road.
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Council approves loan for Waitohi Picton ferry precinct redevelopment
Media ReleasesAt a special Council meeting on Friday, Marlborough District Councillors decided to raise a loan of up to $110 million and on-lend it to Port Marlborough.
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Changes coming at Blenheim Waste Sorting Centre
Media ReleasesFrom Monday, the public will notice changes designed to speed up the waste disposal process when using the Waste Sorting Centre in Blenheim.
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Sportshub sitting pretty at Lansdowne Park
Media ReleasesWith the finishing touches added and landscaping due to be completed next month, the final whistle is set to sound on the new Lansdowne Park Sportshub project.