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 7]
Northbank And Onamalutu Roading Recovery Update
Monday, 18 August 2025, 4:38 pm | Marlborough District Council
There is some risk remaining, however, and in the event of any large rockfalls or heavy rain, this additional access will need to be reassessed. If the road is deemed unsafe at any time, the road will be closed and an update sent via Antenno and Council’s ... More >>
Embrace Marlborough’s Newcomers This Welcoming Week
Monday, 18 August 2025, 12:47 pm | Marlborough District Council
“This is going to be another exciting Welcoming week. We have many favourite events from last year returning plus some great new additions,” Heather said. More >>
Greenwaste Collection Closed 18 To 31 August
Friday, 15 August 2025, 11:28 am | Marlborough District Council
The greenwaste collection area will be closed from 4pm on Sunday 17 August, reopening at 8am on Monday 2 September. More >>
NZTA Confirms Funding Assistance For Marlborough Road Repairs
Friday, 15 August 2025, 9:28 am | Marlborough District Council
This Financial Assistance Rate (FAR) will be 91 per cent for response activities and 81 per cent for recovery activities. More >>
Council Adopts Water Services Delivery Plan
Friday, 8 August 2025, 11:53 am | Marlborough District Council
The WSDP sets out the intended service delivery models and associated investment requirements. Drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services will be delivered through a new water services organisation (WSO). More >>
UV Treatment Contract Signed For Havelock Water Supply
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 4:48 pm | Marlborough District Council
Costs are expected to be in the range of $750K, some of which will be recoverable through the reuse of equipment for the new permanent plant to be opened at a new site in 2028. The budget set aside in Council’s Long Term Plan for Havelock’s ... More >>
New Bylaw Important Step Towards Getting Marlborough’s Waste Sorted
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 2:34 pm | Marlborough District Council
The new bylaw, approved by full Council today, replaces the Waste Bylaw 2017 which had been superseded by legislative changes and the region’s new kerbside collection service, Council’s Solid Waste Manager Mark Lucas said. More >>
Future Plan In Place For Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 1:52 pm | Marlborough District Council
Council’s Manager Parks and Open Spaces Jane Tito said it was the first time the 1.2-hectare reserve, popular for picnicking, swimming and boat launching, had a formal management plan in place. Council is required to do this under the Reserves Act. More >>
Help Create Marlborough's Venue Directory
Monday, 4 August 2025, 1:27 pm | Marlborough District Council
Arts, Culture and Heritage Manager Nicci Neilson said the aim is to build an online directory of venues to help promoters, event organisers and musicians. More >>
Short-Term Airport Car Park To Re-Open
Friday, 1 August 2025, 2:49 pm | Marlborough District Council
Long-term parking rates remain unchanged, Mr Heiford says, except that the second hour’s charges begin after 90 minutes instead of 60 minutes. More >>
Candidates Confirmed For Marlborough Local Elections
Friday, 1 August 2025, 1:11 pm | Marlborough District Council
The elections are held by postal vote, beginning on Friday 9 September and closing at 12 noon on Saturday 11 October. More >>
Repairs Continue On Marlborough’s Roads
Friday, 1 August 2025, 10:45 am | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough Roads’ System Manager Wayne Oldfield said the initial event, which started on 27 June, saw more than 40 roads closed due to flooding and damage. More >>
Destination Marlborough’s Focus Shifts To Stewardship
Tuesday, 29 July 2025, 10:42 am | Marlborough District Council
Destination Marlborough became a business unit within the Strategic Management Department of Council on 1 July 2025. More >>
Orange Rain Warning For Marlborough
Monday, 28 July 2025, 12:24 pm | Marlborough District Council
Between 70mm to 100mm of rain is expected about the ranges with a strong northerly flow. The heaviest rain will be tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon, with 15 mm/hr possible. More >>
Still Time To Get Your Nomination In
Monday, 28 July 2025, 10:57 am | Marlborough District Council
Being mayor or district councillor gives you the ability to make a positive difference for people and communities and make decisions about the way Marlborough works today and for the future. More >>
Marlborough’s Recovery Continues; Rāhui Removed
Friday, 25 July 2025, 4:45 pm | Marlborough District Council
“The decision to implement a rāhui sits with local iwi who are supported by a panel of experts including health, environmental scientists and those responding to the emergency." More >>
Interim Treatment Solution Found For Havelock Water Supply
Friday, 25 July 2025, 1:19 pm | Marlborough District Council
Costs are expected to be in the range of $750K, some of which will be recoverable through the reuse of equipment for the new permanent plant to be opened in 2028, says Richard Coningham, Group Manager Infrastructure and Services. More >>
Northbank Road Slip Saturday Closure
Friday, 25 July 2025, 9:21 am | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough Roads System Manager Wayne Oldfield said with heavy rain forecast on Tuesday there was a need to progress works on the Northbank Road slip as quickly as possible. More >>
Applications For Rates Rebate Scheme Open 1 August
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 11:09 am | Marlborough District Council
Applicants need to provide proof of income from Inland Revenue for the financial year 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025 and their SuperGold card if applicable. More >>
Friendly Reminder: New Winter Grazing Rules Now In Effect
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 9:52 am | Marlborough District Council
These changes follow amendments to the National Environmental Standards for Freshwater and are part of a nationwide effort to enhance freshwater health. More >>
