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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 31]
Marlborough Weather Event Update
Saturday, 20 August 2022, 6:20 pm | Marlborough District Council
Reconnaissance work has been carried out today in areas that have been significantly impacted by the rain event. Civil Defence Emergency teams have assisted with the delivery of medication and other essential items to isolated communities around the ... More >>
Havelock Water Update
Saturday, 20 August 2022, 2:38 pm | Marlborough District Council
Havelock residents are urged to conserve water following a major leak in the townships potable water supply. Council has located a broken water main underneath a flooded causeway however; this cannot be repaired until surface flooding recedes. Council’s ... More >>
State Highway 1 Between Tuamarina And Koromiko Closed From 2.00 Pm Today, Sat 20 August
Saturday, 20 August 2022, 1:28 pm | Marlborough District Council
State Highway 1, from Tuamarina to Koromiko, will be closed from 2.00 pm today, Saturday 20 August 2022, for an initial six hour period until 8.00 pm this evening due to the risk of flooding. This will be continually monitored and reopened earlier ... More >>
Emergency Declared In Marlborough
Friday, 19 August 2022, 4:57 pm | Marlborough District Council
A state of local emergency was declared at 4.30 pm today by Marlborough Mayor, John Leggett. “This declaration will ensure our emergency response team has all the resources it needs to effectively support those communities affected by the recent ... More >>
Rainfall Warning Extended Until 2.00pm Saturday 20 August
Friday, 19 August 2022, 2:12 pm | Marlborough District Council
The Metservice has extended its heavy rain warning for the Marlborough Sounds and Bryant and Richmond ranges, including the Rai Valley, until 2.00 pm Saturday, 20 August. The heavy rain watch for Marlborough northwest of the Inland Kaikōura Ranges ... More >>
Rainfall Causes Road Closures Across The Region
Wednesday, 17 August 2022, 7:22 pm | Marlborough District Council
Today’s rain has caused the closure of a number of local roads and State Highways across the region. With the same amount of rain experienced today forecast over the next 24 hours, additional slips on the roading network and other flood-related issues ... More >>
MetService Issues Heavy Rain Warning And Watch For Marlborough
Tuesday, 16 August 2022, 2:16 pm | Marlborough District Council
MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for the Marlborough Sounds, Bryant and Richmond ranges, including the Rai Valley from 10.00 pm tonight, Tuesday 16 August, until 9.00 pm on Thursday 18 August. Heavy rain ranging from 350mm - 500mm is expected ... More >>
Heavy Rain Warning For Marlborough Tomorrow Until Thursday - Marlborough District Council
Monday, 15 August 2022, 7:03 pm | Marlborough District Council
Heavy rain is expected for the Marlborough Sounds, Bryant and Richmond ranges, including the Rai Valley from 1.00 pm tomorrow, Tuesday 16 August, until 9.00 pm Thursday 18 August. MetService advises that during this time the Marlborough Sounds can expect ... More >>
Council’s Community Grants Open Now
Monday, 15 August 2022, 11:56 am | Marlborough District Council
If you are part of a Marlborough group with a project, idea or service that benefits the local community, it’s time to put your hand up for funding. The Marlborough District Council Community Grants Fund, worth $280,000, is now open. This fund is ... More >>
Candidates Confirmed For Local Elections
Friday, 12 August 2022, 3:12 pm | Marlborough District Council
The candidates standing for Marlborough District Council’s 2022 elections are listed below. The elections are held by a postal vote, beginning on Friday 16 September and closing at 12 noon on Saturday 8 October. The candidates are: Mayor FLIGHT Matt ... More >>
Council To Consider Recommendations For Draft East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw
Friday, 12 August 2022, 9:38 am | Marlborough District Council
Council has received recommendations from a hearings panel that was tasked with considering public submissions on the draft East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw. The draft bylaw proposes to prohibit motor vehicles on the beach between the Awatere and Waima ... More >>
Feedback Wanted On Boat Trailer Parking In Picton
Thursday, 11 August 2022, 1:24 pm | Marlborough District Council
Council wants to hear the community’s views on the solution to Picton’s summer boat trailer parking. The submission period opens on Tuesday 16 August and runs until Tuesday 13 September. During this time people are encouraged to provide feedback ... More >>
Toilets Take Out Top Honours
Monday, 8 August 2022, 10:41 am | Marlborough District Council
Three new toilet facilities in Marlborough have won architectural awards. Council’s rebuilt public conveniences at Seymour Square, Havelock and Anakiwa were recognised and awarded for their architectural design at the recent NZ Architecture Awards, ... More >>
Calling All Arty Folk
Wednesday, 3 August 2022, 9:36 am | Marlborough District Council
Are you part of a not-for-profit arts group with a project benefitting Marlborough that needs a funding push? The Creative Communities Scheme, which awards local arts funding to support art and cultural activities, is now open. Council’s Community ... More >>
Record Rainfall In July Leaves Lasting Impact
Tuesday, 2 August 2022, 2:33 pm | Marlborough District Council
Blenheim has broken two new weather records during July but not those we were necessarily aiming for. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2208/3431b020258a551fe702.jpeg" width="720" height="540"> Not only did the downpours result ... More >>
Environment Grants Open Now
Tuesday, 2 August 2022, 10:47 am | Marlborough District Council
The Working for Nature/Mahi mō te Taiao grant scheme is open for online applications. This year $110,000 will be available across Marlborough for a variety of projects from pest control to restoring wetland areas on public, private or Māori owned land. ... More >>
Relentless Rain Impacts Marlborough
Sunday, 31 July 2022, 1:11 pm | Marlborough District Council
Heavy rain overnight has once again resulted in surface flooding, road closures and sewer system overflows. Council’s Operations and Maintenance Engineer, Stephen Rooney, says Blenheim experienced intense rainfall between 5.30 pm and midnight last ... More >>
Drivers Urged To Take Care On The Roads
Tuesday, 26 July 2022, 2:17 pm | Marlborough District Council
While the weather is clearing across the district drivers are urged to take care on the roads after the latest rainfall event. Marlborough Roads Manager, Steve Murrin, said a number of local roads across the region are closed due to surface flooding. ... More >>
Heavy Rain Watch For Marlborough This Evening
Monday, 25 July 2022, 2:47 pm | Marlborough District Council
With more rain forecast to hit Marlborough this evening, locals are urged to be prepared. Council’s Hydrologist, Val Wadsworth, says while the rainfall isn’t predicted to be as heavy or as intense as it was two weeks ago, the region is already ... More >>
Changes Ahead For Local Event Delivery
Friday, 22 July 2022, 2:56 pm | Marlborough District Council
After 23 years of operation, Marlborough 4 Fun, which has organised and delivered a wide range of community events, is winding down its operations. Council’s Economic, Community and Support Services Manager, Dean Heiford, says while the contract between ... More >>
