All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Future Marlborough Sounds transport network engagement starts 20 June
Media ReleasesThe next phase of public engagement for the Marlborough Sounds Future Access Study starts on 20 June.
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Library has experienced a busy start
Media ReleasesMarlborough Libraries Manager Glenn Webster says it’s been a very busy week since the new Marlborough Library on High Street, Blenheim opened last Friday.
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Marlborough Matariki Event Fund open for applications
Media ReleasesMānawatia te Kahui o Matariki Fund/Marlborough Matariki Event Fund open for applications
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Marlborough’s new library opens tomorrow
Media ReleasesAfter years of planning and months of preparation, Marlborough’s new library opens at midday tomorrow, Friday 12 May.
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Some Marlborough roads affected by flooding; SH6 closed
Media ReleasesRainfall continues to affect roads in Marlborough although current rainfall levels are forecast to be lighter this afternoon.
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Weather forecast improves for Marlborough but take care
Media ReleasesMetService last night reduced the expected impacts of the heavy rain warning for Marlborough.
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Marlborough Recovery Update, Friday 5 May 2023
August 2022 Recovery UpdatesDetails on Council's recovery efforts over the past fortnight.
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Heavy rain warning for northern Marlborough - be prepared
Media ReleasesThe MetService updated its orange heavy rain warning for Marlborough this morning, said Brian Paton, Civil Defence and Emergency Group Manager for Marlborough.
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Tree planting to mark the coronation of King Charles III
Media ReleasesMarlburians are invited to attend a tree planting event in Seymour Square on Saturday 6 May at 11.00 am to mark the coronation of His Majesty Charles III.
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Final call for Annual Plan feedback
Media ReleasesSubmissions on the 2023-24 Annual Plan close at 5.00 pm on Monday 8 May so now’s the time to share your feedback on Council’s proposed budget.
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New Marlborough Library and Art Gallery blessed
Media ReleasesEarly this morning tangata/mana whenua Ngāti Toa Rangatira, Ngāti Rārua and Rangitāne o Wairau blessed the new Marlborough Library and Art Gallery building, in the lead up to its opening on 12 May.
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Marlborough Sounds Future Access Study update
Media ReleasesWork by engineering consultancy Stantec to prepare a business case on behalf of Council and Waka Kotahi to fund a future-proof transport network in the Sounds is moving ahead.
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Still time to have your say on the future of Wither Hills Farm Park
Media ReleasesThe consultation period for feedback on the future management of the Wither Hills Farm Park has been extended until Monday 15 May so if you haven’t had your say now’s the time to do so.
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Final chance to choose your wheelie bin set size
Media ReleasesCouncil needs to hear from property owners on their chosen wheelie bin size by Sunday 30 April.
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Marlborough Recovery Update, Friday 21 April 2023
August 2022 Recovery UpdatesDetails on Council's recovery efforts over the past fortnight.
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New tech hub to foster innovation in Marlborough
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council is launching a technology and innovation hub for the region, which will open later this year.
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Marlborough Mayor’s comment on Three Waters changes
Media ReleasesMayor Nadine Taylor said the changes announced today by Local Government Minister Kieran McAnulty are only a minor improvement on the previous proposal and they did not solve any of the key issues.
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Milestones met on storm-damaged Marlborough Roads
Media ReleasesProgress has been made repairing Marlborough’s roads following the 2021 and 2022 weather events.
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Annual Plan consultation - have your say
Media ReleasesCouncil has signed off its Annual Plan 2023-24 Consultation Document, which is open for public consultation from today until Monday 8 May.
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Kerbside recycling under pressure as staff shortage bites
Media ReleasesCouncil waste contractors are experiencing intermittent staff shortages which can impact on the kerbside rubbish and recycling collection service, Solid Waste Manager Alec McNeil says.
