All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Final chance to have your say on wheelie bin roll out
Media ReleasesIf you’re keen to see wheelie bins rolled out now’s the time to make your voice heard by making a submission, before Wednesday 30 November.
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Blenheim to host Global Cities NZ Conference
Media ReleasesDelegates from around the country will descend on Blenheim next November for the Global Cities New Zealand Conference 2023.
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More space for boat trailer parking at Picton’s Memorial Park
Media ReleasesCouncil has listened to community feedback and given the go-ahead for increased vehicle and boat trailer parking at Picton’s Memorial Park during peak holiday times.
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Want to learn more about the proposed move to wheelie bins?
Media ReleasesLearn more about Council’s proposal to introduce wheelie bins, expand the rubbish and recycling kerbside collection area and replace coin skips with remote transfer stations.
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Mayoral comment on Clubs of Marlborough receivership
Public NoticesMedia ReleasesMayor Nadine Taylor has expressed her shock and sadness at the news that the Clubs of Marlborough is closing its doors this Sunday.
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Roll out of wheelie bins across Marlborough? Tell us what you think
Media ReleasesConsultation on waste services opens today and Council wants to hear what the people of Marlborough think about these options.
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Mayor Nadine Taylor announces new Council line up
Media ReleasesNew Marlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor has appointed Blenheim Councillor David Croad as her Deputy Mayor.
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Mayor welcomes flights between Blenheim and Nelson
Media ReleasesMayor Nadine Taylor has welcomed the news that Originair is to fly morning and evening return air services between Nelson and Blenheim.
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Roads re-open in time for long weekend and cruise ship season
Media ReleasesQueen Charlotte Drive, from Picton to Havelock will reopen to the public from 5.00 pm tomorrow.
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Marlborough District Council election results
Media ReleasesNadine Taylor has been elected as the new Mayor of Marlborough based on voters’ return of about 90 per cent.
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Drop your voting papers into Council
Media ReleasesVoting in this year’s local government election closes at 12 noon this Saturday 8 October.
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Over 200kms of road reopened throughout Marlborough
Media ReleasesOver 200km of road throughout Marlborough has reopened for public access this week after being severely damaged during recent storm events.
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Make your vote count
Media ReleasesVoting in this year’s local government election closes at 12 noon this Saturday 8 October - so make sure you drop your envelope off at Council’s reception in time to make your vote count.
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Heavy rain warning for Marlborough tomorrow until Thursday
Media ReleasesHeavy rain is expected for the Marlborough Sounds, Bryant and Richmond ranges, including the Rai Valley from 1.00 pm tomorrow, Tuesday 16 August, until 9.00 pm Thursday 18 August.
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Pulling the pin on plastic
Media ReleasesCouncil has welcomed new rules banning certain plastic products.
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Oil spill response mitigates damage
Media ReleasesCouncil’s Harbours team put their training to the test at the weekend as they responded to an oil spill in Havelock Marina.
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Marlborough’s local recovery transition period extended
Media ReleasesMarlborough Mayor John Leggett today extended the local transition period from the region’s state of emergency caused by the August 2022 storm event for a further 28 days.
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Feedback wanted on new freedom camping sites
Media ReleasesCouncil is calling for further submissions on eight new freedom camping sites and areas across Marlborough.
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Ticketless car parking at Marlborough Airport
Media ReleasesMarlborough Airport has introduced a new licence plate recognition system so people parking at the airport no longer need to use paper tickets to pay as they leave.
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Section of Queen Charlotte Drive to reopen tomorrow
Media ReleasesQueen Charlotte Drive, between Havelock and the Grove Jetty, will reopen from 9.00 am tomorrow, Thursday 22 September 2022, however the vehicle length restriction of 12.6m will still apply.