Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
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 47]
Marlborough Re-accredited As An International Safe Community
Tuesday, 8 December 2020, 3:30 pm | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough’s status as an International Safe Community was re-confirmed today. Mayor John Leggett and representatives involved in Safe and Sound @ the Top (SAS@TT) gathered at the Marlborough District Council to sign the region’s re-accreditation, ... More >>
Time Ticking To Submit On Victoria Domain Plan
Friday, 4 December 2020, 9:52 am | Marlborough District Council
The public have until mid-January to comment on the new draft reserve management plan for Victoria Domain, a popular recreation area between Picton Harbour and Waikawa Bay. “Submissions close 15 January 2021 and to date only a handful have been received,” ... More >>
Popular Summer Reading Programme Returns
Thursday, 3 December 2020, 11:44 am | Marlborough District Council
Young readers can sign up for Marlborough District Libraries Summer Reading Programme soon. Registrations open at 9am on Monday 14 December. This popular annual programme is free and is for children aged 5 to 12 years old. To register, parents or caregivers ... More >>
Feedback Sought On Proposed Marlborough Sounds’ Aquaculture Variations
Wednesday, 2 December 2020, 10:13 am | Marlborough District Council
Proposed plan variations for managing marine and finfish farming in the Marlborough Sounds are now open for public submission. Variations 1 (marine farming) and 1A (finfish farming) to the Proposed Marlborough Environment Plan have been publicly notified ... More >>
Picton To Blenheim Trial Bus Service Extended; Blenheim East Commuter Service Cut
Wednesday, 2 December 2020, 8:20 am | Marlborough District Council
The Picton to Blenheim bus service, which operates on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am to 2pm, is proving popular, used by an average of 240 passengers a month. The trial service was introduced in August 2019 and was due to come to an end in February 2021, ... More >>
Business Needs Survey A First For Marlborough
Monday, 30 November 2020, 3:13 pm | Marlborough District Council
Local businesses have a three-week window from today to have their say about their current and future needs. A first for Marlborough, the region-wide survey is a response to national requirements as the Marlborough District Council works to ensure its ... More >>
Have Your Say Reminder: Middle Renwick Road Cycle Lane Consultation
Monday, 30 November 2020, 10:52 am | Marlborough District Council
Middle Renwick Road (State Highway 6) in Blenheim is getting cycle lanes thanks to some welcome funding from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. The upgrade will provide a separate, defined lane for cyclists and a painted buffer line between the cycle ... More >>
New Marlborough Responsible Camping Bylaw Adopted
Friday, 27 November 2020, 5:09 pm | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough District Council’s Freedom Camping Sub-Committee recommendations have been adopted unanimously by the full Council, which met this afternoon. The Marlborough District Council Responsible Camping Control Bylaw 2020 will come into force from ... More >>
Marlborough TEAM Notches Up Successes
Friday, 27 November 2020, 10:42 am | Marlborough District Council
Teams win and lose, but Marlborough’s TEAM (The Economic Action Marlborough) Group is satisfied with its current score card. Established by the Marlborough District Council in April 2020, TEAM is part of the Marlborough COVID-19 Recovery Plan. The ... More >>
Jetski Safety Courses On Offer This Summer
Wednesday, 25 November 2020, 12:12 pm | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough’s Harbourmaster is putting out the call for personal water craft (PWC) users to take advantage of free safety courses this summer. “ Personal water craft users are the fastest growing sub group of recreational boaties. We are keen to include ... More >>
Renwick Reservoir Construction Complete
Tuesday, 24 November 2020, 10:22 am | Marlborough District Council
Construction of Renwick’s new 1,500m3 reservoir at 24 River Terrace is complete, marking the end of the first stage in a three-year programme to improve Renwick’s drinking water. Work on the new reinforced, pre-stressed concrete reservoir began ... More >>
Contract Awarded For Picton Feasibility Studies
Monday, 23 November 2020, 3:59 pm | Marlborough District Council
The contract for feasibility studies into a Picton Mountain Bike Park, Heritage and Environment Centre, and a Wellness Centre and Spa/Pool Complex has been awarded. Successful Auckland consultancy Visitor Solutions Limited (VSL) specialises in the ... More >>
20th South Island Masters Games Heads To Marlborough
Friday, 20 November 2020, 8:46 am | Marlborough District Council
The South Island Masters Games and Marlborough District Council have signed an agreement that will see the 2021 and 2023 games hosted throughout the Marlborough Region. The 2021 event will be the 20th year of the Games, and will be designed to showcase the ... More >>
Wairau River Regional Park Plan Gets Green Light
Monday, 16 November 2020, 11:32 am | Marlborough District Council
A “visionary” new regional park along the banks of the lower Wairau River will be the first of its kind in Marlborough. Council’s Assets & Services Committee has decided to contract a project manager to draft a new Regional Park Management ... More >>
New Funding For Parks, Playgrounds And Sportsgrounds
Friday, 13 November 2020, 9:07 am | Marlborough District Council
The Assets and Services Committee has approved just over $3.2 million to fund local projects through its Land Subdivision Account, funded by levies charged to developers for reserves and community facilities. Parks, reserves, sportsgrounds and playgrounds ... More >>
Finish Line In Sight For Renwick Wine Trail
Thursday, 12 November 2020, 2:44 pm | Marlborough District Council
Wheels are in motion and the finish line is in sight for the final stages of the Renwick wine trail, which will traverse 23.9 km of the area’s vineyards and cellar doors. Marlborough District Council’s Assets & Services Committee today ... More >>
Have Your Say On Middle Renwick Road Cycle Lanes
Thursday, 12 November 2020, 12:29 pm | Marlborough District Council
Middle Renwick Road (State Highway 6) in Blenheim is getting much-needed cycle lanes thanks to some welcome funding from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. Councillor Michael Fitzpatrick said the project seeks to increase cycling and improve safety by extending ... More >>
Consultation Closes On Dog Control Bylaw Review
Wednesday, 11 November 2020, 10:14 am | Marlborough District Council
Consultation on the Marlborough District Council Dog Control Policy and Bylaw review closed on Monday 9 November and over 670 submissions have been received. A petition with 699 signatures has also been submitted relating to the proposal to make some ... More >>
More Marlborough Homes Eligible For Home Insulation Support
Monday, 9 November 2020, 3:47 pm | Marlborough District Council
Up to 1,000 homes in Marlborough likely qualify for funding to make them warmer, drier and healthier. The Warmer Healthier Homes Nelson Tasman Marlborough project aims to help residents to improve their home insulation and overall energy efficiency ... More >>
Armistice Day Memorial Service 2020
Monday, 9 November 2020, 2:08 pm | Marlborough District Council
A memorial service will be held at the Blenheim War Memorial Clock Tower at 11.00 am on Wednesday 11 November to mark Armistice Day. This 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month is the symbolic moment chosen to remember the end of hostilities ... More >>
