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Marlborough District Council
New Zealand
Marlborough District Council is a unitary authority with offices in Blenheim and Picton. It looks after Marlborough's outstanding natural environment, investing in its infrastructure, people and quality lifestyle. The region is well known as the centre of New Zealand's wine industry and for the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds.
Marlborough District Council - Latest News [Page 24]
Engagement On Options For Future Marlborough Sounds Transport Network To Start On 20 June
Thursday, 18 May 2023, 2:32 pm | Marlborough District Council
The next phase of public engagement for the Marlborough Sounds Future Access Study starts on 20 June. The public will be asked for their views on an ‘emerging preferred option’ for each of the five storm-damaged areas of the Sounds. Information on ... More >>
Library Has Experienced A Busy Start
Thursday, 18 May 2023, 11:18 am | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough Libraries Manager Glenn Webster says it’s been a very busy week since the new Marlborough Library on High Street, Blenheim opened last Friday. “We’ve been completely blown away at the level of interest and would like to thank everyone ... More >>
Marlborough Matariki Event Fund Open For Applications
Wednesday, 17 May 2023, 11:11 am | Marlborough District Council
Are you part of an organisation planning to hold an event to recognise Te Rā Aro ki a Matariki? Marlborough District Council is seeking applications for the Mānawatia te Kahui o Matariki Fund which celebrates and supports the regeneration and sustainability ... More >>
Marlborough’s New Library Opens Tomorrow
Thursday, 11 May 2023, 3:24 pm | Marlborough District Council
After years of planning and months of preparation, Marlborough’s new library opens at midday tomorrow, Friday 12 May. Staff have been busy shifting into the new High Street premises and becoming familiar with the bigger purpose-built facility. Libraries ... More >>
Some Marlborough Roads Affected By Flooding; SH6 Closed
Saturday, 6 May 2023, 5:41 pm | Marlborough District Council
Rainfall continues to affect roads in Marlborough although current rainfall levels are forecast to be lighter this afternoon. Flooding has closed State Highway 6 between Havelock and Rai Valley, and some local roads are flooded. Drivers should delay their More >>
Weather Forecast Improves For Marlborough But Take Care
Friday, 5 May 2023, 10:23 am | Marlborough District Council
MetService last night reduced the expected impacts of the heavy rain warning for Marlborough. The warning’s expected duration has decreased from a 42-hour period to 29 hours from 7.00 am today. The forecast in the Richmond and Bryant ranges decreased ... More >>
Heavy Rain Warning For Northern Marlborough - Be Prepared
Thursday, 4 May 2023, 2:32 pm | Marlborough District Council
The MetService updated its orange heavy rain warning for Marlborough this morning, said Brian Paton, Civil Defence and Emergency Group Manager for Marlborough. “The warning now covers Marlborough from the Awatere Valley north. Rainfall totals have ... More >>
Tree Planting To Mark The Coronation Of King Charles III
Monday, 1 May 2023, 4:35 pm | Marlborough District Council
Marlburians Invited To Attend Tree Planting Event in Seymour Square On Saturday 6 May More >>
Final Call For Annual Plan Feedback
Monday, 1 May 2023, 11:28 am | Marlborough District Council
Submissions 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. This year’s proposed budget maintains Council’s current levels of service across Marlborough. It also ... More >>
New Marlborough Library And Art Gallery Blessed
Friday, 28 April 2023, 2:06 pm | Marlborough District Council
Early 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. Iwi representatives were joined by Mayor Nadine Taylor, ... More >>
Marlborough Sounds Future Access Study Update
Thursday, 27 April 2023, 12:24 pm | Marlborough District Council
Work 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. Mayor Nadine Taylor said it was a very complex piece of work but progress ... More >>
Still Time To Have Your Say On The Future Of The Wither Hills Farm Park
Thursday, 27 April 2023, 10:03 am | Marlborough District Council
The 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. Consultation focuses on a review of the current management ... More >>
Final Chance To Choose Your Wheelie Bin Set Size
Wednesday, 26 April 2023, 2:53 pm | Marlborough District Council
Council needs to hear from property owners on their chosen wheelie bin size by Sunday 30 April. Property owners on kerbside collection routes received a letter earlier this month asking which wheelie bin set size they would like when the new service ... More >>
New Tech Hub To Foster Innovation In Marlborough
Thursday, 20 April 2023, 1:36 pm | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough District Council is launching a technology and innovation hub for the region, which will open later this year. “The hub aims to foster start-ups and boost our agritech sector, as well as increase productivity and enhance local investment ... More >>
Marlborough Mayor’s Comment On Three Waters Changes
Thursday, 13 April 2023, 12:38 pm | Marlborough District Council
Mayor 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 around the reform programme. “Marlborough’s voice ... More >>
Milestones Met On Storm-damaged Marlborough Roads
Wednesday, 12 April 2023, 9:55 am | Marlborough District Council
Progress has been made repairing Marlborough’s roads following the 2021 and 2022 weather events. All areas of improved access works have now been completed and a number of committed projects are either finished or underway, Marlborough District ... More >>
Annual Plan Consultation - Have Your Say
Thursday, 6 April 2023, 2:19 pm | Marlborough District Council
Council has signed off its Annual Plan 2023-24 Consultation Document, which is open for public consultation from today until Monday 8 May. Speaking at this morning’s Council meeting Mayor Nadine Taylor noted the challenging economic climate. “Like ... More >>
Kerbside Recycling Under Pressure As Staff Shortage Bites
Tuesday, 4 April 2023, 12:19 pm | Marlborough District Council
Council waste contractors are experiencing intermittent staff shortages which can impact on the kerbside rubbish and recycling collection service, Solid Waste Manager Alec McNeil says. “If your rubbish and recycling isn’t picked up on the scheduled ... More >>
BBC Earth Highlights Conservation Efforts At The Top Of The South
Friday, 31 March 2023, 9:37 am | Marlborough District Council
Conservation partnerships in the Marlborough Sounds are hitting the international stage today with BBC Earth releasing a 12-minute video highlighting how nature can help to solve the climate crisis. The video is part of a wider effort by BBC Earth ... More >>
Watch Out For Wheelie Bin Letter
Thursday, 30 March 2023, 9:20 am | Marlborough District Council
Most Marlborough property owners will receive a letter from Council in the next few days asking which wheelie bin size they would like to use when the new service rolls out on 1 July 2024. The new wheelie bin kerbside collection areas include Blenheim, ... More >>
