Media Releases
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Marlborough roads recovery – 25 November update
Media ReleasesThe Council's July Storm Navigator Charlotte Wood with a care package delivered to Waitaria Bay School on behalf of Blenheim Lions recently.
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Shelly Beach redesign affords a safe space for all
Media ReleasesStopping the erosion of greenspace and creating a safer place for all users are the drivers behind the redesign of Picton's Shelly Beach.
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Mites released to tame old man’s beard
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council biosecurity staff have introduced the leaf-galling mite (Clematis vitalba) in two locations.
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New report released on wattles in Picton
Media ReleasesA Council-funded report that investigates wattle infestations around Waitohi/Picton was discussed at last week's Environment Committee meeting.
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Marlborough District Library just got ‘dementia friendlier’
Media ReleasesA second Marlborough library has been formally recognised by Alzheimers NZ as Working to be Dementia Friendly.
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Marlborough roads recovery – 18 November update
Media ReleasesSlip, slop, slap - and check the road status - that's the advice for visitors heading to the Marlborough Sounds this summer.
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Marlborough fast-tracks the fight against wilding pines
Media ReleasesMarlborough is fast-tracking the fight against wilding pines, thanks to a boost.
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Marlborough’s local recovery transition period extended
Media ReleasesMarlborough's mayor John Leggett today extended the local transition period from the region's state of emergency caused by the 17 July weather event for a further 28 days.
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New Year’s Eve event ‘Ignite Marlborough’ cancelled
Media ReleasesMarlborough's much loved New Year's Eve event, Ignite Marlborough', held annually at the Picton Foreshore has been cancelled this year due to Covid-19.
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Blenheim businesses showed resilience in response to flash flood
Media ReleasesA survey following last month's freak weather event that caused flash flooding to central Blenheim has shown local businesses were resilient in their immediate response.
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Wairau scheme demonstrates its worth during July weather event
Media ReleasesThe value of the Wairau River Stopbank Scheme in protecting residents on the Wairau Plain from flood was tested to its very limit during the region's recent storm event.
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Council to consult on draft Responsible Camping Control Bylaw 2022
Media ReleasesCouncillors have approved the documentation required to review the region's Responsible Camping Control Bylaw 2020.
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Council adopts final representation proposal
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council has adopted a final proposal for its representation arrangements for the 2022 and 2025 elections.
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Marlborough roads recovery – 11 November update
Media ReleasesAs the Marlborough region continues its long recovery from the July storm event, help continues to come from many quarters to support those living in the communities worst affected.
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Panel appointed to consider East Coast bylaw submissions
Media ReleasesA panel has been appointed to consider the 192 submissions received on the Proposed East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw.
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Council reflects on challenging year in annual report
Media ReleasesMarlborough District Council has released its annual report for the year 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021. Mayor John Leggett said it had been a challenging but successful 12 months.
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Marlborough roads recovery – 3 November update
Media ReleasesResidents in parts of the Marlborough Sounds left isolated by July's weather event have received an early Christmas present.
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Join the hunt for Chilean Needle Grass
Media ReleasesNow's the time of year when the Council asks for your help to control the highly invasive pest plant, Chilean Needle Grass.
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The aftermath of Friday’s flash flooding event
Media ReleasesMarlborough Mayor John Leggett met with the BBA, the MCoC, Council's Economic Development team and other Council staff on Tuesday 2 November.