All News, Notices and Media Releases
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Explore Marlborough's crown jewel this summer
Marlborough MattersNewsPicton is a quintessential piece of Marlborough summer.
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Prisoners roll up sleeves for Te Hoiere Project
Marlborough MattersNewsThousands of plants now in the ground as part of Te Hoiere Project have originated from Rolleston Prison near Christchurch.
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Heritage Uncovered - The Life of Olive Blick
Marlborough MattersNewsHeritage Marlborough has partnered with organisations across the region to launch a new series, Heritage Uncovered.
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From A to D: Marlborough's lakes’ health revealed
Marlborough MattersNewsCouncil's recent water quality testing of lakes in the region has revealed a mixed picture of lake health, with some pristine bodies of water and others facing challenges.
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Seymour Square’s original plans revealed
Marlborough MattersNewsCouncil holds many local history gems in its local authority archive including minutes, registers, maps, plans and photographs, with some dating back to the 1860s.
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Council services on Waitangi Day
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesCouncil’s Blenheim office, Marlborough Library (Blenheim) and Picton Library and Service Centre are closed on Waitangi Day, Thursday 6 February.
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New café concept blends creatives and community
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesAn idea has been brewing for a while to bring together Marlborough’s creative community.
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Decision pending on Waitaria Bay jetty
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesMarlborough District Councillors will await the outcome of geotechnical investigations to decide whether the Waitaria Bay jetty in Kenepuru Sound can be safely rebuilt on the same site.
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Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund open now
Marlborough MattersNewsThe Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund - for young people needing help with transport costs - is now open.
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Koromiko caravan park access to get easier and safer
Marlborough MattersNewsNZTA/Waka Kotahi is building a new right turn bay at the Freeths Road/State Highway 1 intersection.
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Creative Communities fund now open
Marlborough MattersNewsAre you involved in a creative community project that benefits the people of Marlborough? Do you need funding help?
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Weld Pass night closures and SH1 roundabout works
Marlborough MattersNewsState Highway 1 Weld Pass is the first big resurfacing job in Marlborough this year as the NZTA/Waka Kotahi state highway summer maintenance season continues.
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When it rains it’ll change
Marlborough MattersNewsPlanning a trip to the beach or river for a swim this summer? If it’s been raining recently, it’s probably not safe to swim.
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Heritage Marlborough helping digitise region’s history
Marlborough MattersNewsSome of Marlborough’s many historical treasures have come to light as part of an initiative by Council’s Heritage Marlborough team to help digitise local collections.
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Runway reseal takes off at Marlborough Airport
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesConstruction is set to begin on Marlborough Airport’s largest maintenance project to date, which includes re-paving the runway and adjacent aviation surfaces.
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Koromiko caravan park access to get easier and safer
Temporary Road ClosurePublic NoticesNZTA/Waka Kotahi are building a new right turn bay at the Freeths Road/State Highway 1 intersection.
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Council and Committee Meetings
Marlborough MattersPublic NoticesNewsThe following meetings are open to the public and anyone is welcome to attend. Copies of the agendas will be available online and at Council’s Office, 15 Seymour Street.
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Spaces still available on Safer Boating Workshops
Marlborough MattersNewsA few spots remain on a series of free safer boating workshops being offered this summer by Council’s Nautical and Coastal Team.
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Keep footpaths clear of vegetation
Marlborough MattersNewsNow is a good time to get out the clippers and prune back any branches or vegetation overhanging the footpath from your property.
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Waitaria Bay jetty to be closed
Marlborough MattersMedia ReleasesA routine inspection has found some of the structural components in the Waitaria Bay jetty in the Marlborough Sounds have deteriorated significantly since its last inspection in mid-2023.
