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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 3]
New Alcohol Control Areas Accepted
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 10:26 am | Marlborough District Council
An increase in disorderly behaviour prompted Blenheim Police to ask Council for changes, which were approved by Council’s Environment Committee after public consultation. More >>
Small Increase In Bus Fares From Tomorrow
Monday, 31 August 2026, 10:33 am | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough Roads Area Manager Wayne Oldfield said the fare increases were in line with NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi expectations and requirements. More >>
Market Street Revamp Takes Root
Friday, 28 August 2026, 4:05 pm | Marlborough District Council
Taking pride of place outside Hallensteins, on the corner of Maxwell and Arthur Streets, the milestone planting marked the start of landscaping for Stage 1 of the project. More >>
Rates Capping Risks Undermining Infrastructure Investment And Community Services
Tuesday, 25 August 2026, 3:18 pm | Marlborough District Council
Deputy Mayor Croad said local government receives only about 10 per cent of New Zealand's total tax revenue, yet is responsible for approximately one third of all public infrastructure investment. More >>
Flood Report Helps Mitigate Future Risk
Tuesday, 25 August 2026, 7:30 am | Marlborough District Council
For the first time, sub-catchments, such as the Taylor, Omaka, Tuamarina and Goulter rivers have been assessed within a consistent flood frequency framework, improving Council’s understanding of flood risk across the wider catchment. More >>
Calling Marlborough’s Creative Community
Friday, 21 August 2026, 2:52 pm | Marlborough District Council
The Marlborough Creative Communities Scheme aims to support and encourage local communities to create and present diverse opportunities for accessing and participating in arts activities. More >>
Applications Open Soon For Arts And Heritage Partnership Grants
Friday, 21 August 2026, 12:07 pm | Marlborough District Council
From June this year, Council’s Community Grants has been divided into two funding streams. Applications are now separated into Community Grants and Arts and Heritage Partnership Grants to improve the process. More >>
Blenheim Town Centre Still Open For Business
Friday, 21 August 2026, 11:40 am | Marlborough District Council
Business Trust Marlborough Manager Brian Dawson, also a Marlborough District Councillor, said this was an excellent opportunity to come together to brainstorm ideas for the marketing of the town centre. More >>
Council Updates Extreme Rainfall Data To Support Flood Protection And Climate Planning
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 2:01 pm | Marlborough District Council
Council’s Hydrology Scientist, Charlotte Tomlinson, says the update is an important step for the region’s resilience planning. More >>
Groundwater Study Highlights Future Climate Impacts On Lower Wairau Plain
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 1:49 pm | Marlborough District Council
Acting Chair of the Environment and Planning Committee, Councillor Sally Arbuckle, says the findings are crucial for future planning and risk management. More >>
Photography Pop Up Latest Space Create Initiative
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 7:34 am | Marlborough District Council
Council’s Arts, Culture and Heritage Manager Nicola Neilson said Anthony Phelps had been a photographer all his career, mostly in news media, sports, & corporate public relations around the world, before settling in Blenheim 15 years ago. More >>
Nominations Open For Marlborough Civic Honours Awards
Monday, 17 August 2026, 3:01 pm | Marlborough District Council
Nominations are now open for the Marlborough District Council’s Civic Honours Awards to recognise those people whose dedicated service over time has benefited residents and local communities. More >>
Edwin Fox Is A Gold Standard Visitor Experience
Friday, 14 August 2026, 10:48 am | Marlborough District Council
“Achieving Qualmark Gold is a testament to all the hard work, planning and dedication that has gone into the museum over the past few years,” Mayor Taylor said. More >>
Marlborough Biosecurity Expert Features In National Marine Pest Video
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 11:25 am | Marlborough District Council
Liam says the Marlborough Sounds faces particular pressure from visiting vessels, many of which come from high-risk areas. More >>
Bringing Student Art Into Blenheim’s Town Centre
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 11:08 am | Marlborough District Council
“This year, as part of Council’s Space Create initiative, we have decided to expand the exhibition beyond the Marlborough Art Gallery into Blenheim’s town centre." More >>
Rain Damage Closes Farm Park Access
Tuesday, 11 August 2026, 11:16 am | Marlborough District Council
Erosion from heavy rain has created dangerous holes in places, forcing the closure of the track, which is mostly used by mountain bikers and walkers. More >>
Words Left Unsaid Inspire Talking Walls Project
Monday, 10 August 2026, 2:44 pm | Marlborough District Council
From now until 4 September, Herb + Olive Café in Blenheim’s High Street will host a talking walls style pop-up event by local artist Raffaela Dragani. More >>
Council Backs Marlborough-Kaikōura Head Start Proposal
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 1:34 pm | Marlborough District Council
Council backs Headstart Proposal (Photo/Supplied) Marlborough District Councillors today voted unanimously to submit a joint proposal with Kaikōura District Council to the Government's Head Start initiative, taking the first formal step toward establishing ... More >>
Preparing For Blenheim Wastewater Pipe Relining
Friday, 31 July 2026, 1:38 pm | Marlborough District Council
From Monday 3 August, contractor March Cato will be pressure-cleaning and conducting a CCTV inspection of 7.2km of pipelines to identify any faults. This work needs to be done before the pipes are relined later in the year. More >>
Council Approves Next Step In Exploring Marlborough-Kaikōura Proposal
Thursday, 30 July 2026, 1:15 pm | Marlborough District Council
Mayor Taylor said exploring the Head Start pathway allows Council to better understand the possible governance, financial, representation and service delivery impacts, before making any further decisions. More >>
