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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 7]
Council Services On Matariki Friday 14 July
Wednesday, 12 July 2023, 2:24 pm | Marlborough District Council
Council's Blenheim office will be closed from 4.30pm on Thursday 13 July and will reopen on Monday 17 July at 8.30am. Kerbside rubbish bag and recycling collection Rubbish bags and recycling crates normally collected on Fridays will be collected ... More >>
Council Invests In Playgrounds And Athletic Park Car Parking
Wednesday, 12 July 2023, 10:26 am | Marlborough District Council
Council’s Assets and Services Committee has approved $540,000 for local projects through its Land Subdivision Account, funded by levies charged to developers for reserves and community facilities. The funding will see sun shade sails installed ... More >>
New Tech Hub Receives $578,000 Boost
Thursday, 6 July 2023, 2:57 pm | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough’s new technology and innovation hub, upstairs in Scott Street, Blenheim, has received a huge boost from the Government’s $200 million Kānoa fund. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2307/bd2658df6e058f925170.jpeg" ... More >>
One Week Left To Have Your Say On Sounds’ Future Transport Survey
Wednesday, 5 July 2023, 11:24 am | Marlborough District Council
There’s only a week to go for you to have your say on the future of the Sounds’ transport network. Over 450 people have already completed the public survey, and hundreds attended public drop-in sessions held during June. The online survey seeking ... More >>
Have Your Say On Council’s Gambling Venue Policy
Wednesday, 5 July 2023, 10:30 am | Marlborough District Council
Do you have a view on the number of pokie machines and TAB venues in Marlborough? Council will begin consultation on its proposed Gambling Venue Policy on Monday 10 July and wants your feedback. Council is required to review it every three years. ... More >>
East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw Comes Into Effect
Friday, 30 June 2023, 4:53 pm | Marlborough District Council
The East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw places new rules on vehicle use along Marlborough’s coastline from the mouth of the Awatere River south to the district boundary. It comes into effect from tomorrow, 1 July 2023. Following the effects of the 2016 Kaikōura ... More >>
Council Adopts 2023-24 Annual Plan
Thursday, 29 June 2023, 10:28 am | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough District Council has adopted its 2023-24 Annual Plan, setting a rates increase of 7.97 per cent. Mayor Nadine Taylor said it is always challenging for Council to manage the community's desire for increased levels of service and project ... More >>
Picton Bus Service Becomes Permanent While Renwick Route Ends On 1 July
Monday, 19 June 2023, 11:43 am | Marlborough District Council
From Saturday 1 July the Picton bus service will become a permanent public transport option while the Renwick service will cease operation. The trial for the Picton service began in 2019 and initially aimed to have a minimum of 192 passengers a month. Assets ... More >>
Marlborough Sounds’ Transport Options Released For Public Feedback
Friday, 16 June 2023, 12:17 pm | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough ratepayers and residents are invited to provide feedback on ‘emerging preferred options’ and ‘hazard adaptation pathways’ for the Marlborough Sounds future transport network, and their estimated costs. With the next phase of public ... More >>
Have Your Say On Marlborough’s Navigation Bylaw
Thursday, 15 June 2023, 11:01 am | Marlborough District Council
Now’s the time to have your say on Council’s Navigation Bylaw with the submission period for feedback now open. Harbourmaster Captain Jake Oliver said the new bylaw will replace the current 2009 Navigation Bylaw and will include minor amendments ... More >>
Submissions Open On Speed Management Plan
Tuesday, 13 June 2023, 9:23 am | Marlborough District Council
Submissions open today on Council’s Speed Management Plan. The consultation period runs from 13 June to 11 July. The plan proposes speed limit changes on local roads around schools and marae, in small townships and in current 70 km/h and 90 km/h areas. ... More >>
Council Makes Recommendations On Annual Plan Submissions
Monday, 12 June 2023, 7:48 pm | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough District Council has confirmed its funding priorities for the 2023-24 Annual Plan after considering 77 submissions from the public. Mayor Nadine Taylor said it's always challenging for Council to manage the community's desire for increased ... More >>
Marlborough Secures Road Recovery Funding
Thursday, 1 June 2023, 9:36 am | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough District Council has been successful in its bid to gain further central Government funding to help repair its storm-damaged roads. Two heavy rain events in July 2021 and August 2022 caused extensive damage across its network running into ... More >>
World’s Largest Expedition Race One NZ Godzone To Be Hosted In Marlborough For The Very First Time
Thursday, 1 June 2023, 9:20 am | Marlborough District Council
Marlborough’s richly distinctive landscapes and adventurous locations will form the backdrop for the world’s largest expedition race as the host location for One NZ GODZONE Chapter 12. One NZ GODZONE announced today that Marlborough District Council ... More >>
Submissions To Open On Marlborough’s Navigation Bylaw
Thursday, 25 May 2023, 9:57 am | Marlborough District Council
Council is replacing its 2009 Navigation Bylaw. The new bylaw will have minor amendments to address key issues and improve clarity Harbourmaster Captain Jake Oliver said. At last week’s Council meeting Captain Oliver presented a thorough report on the ... More >>
Variations To Marine And Finfish Farming Notified
Tuesday, 23 May 2023, 3:39 pm | Marlborough District Council
Last Friday Marlborough District Council publicly notified decisions on Variations 1 and 1A to the Proposed Marlborough Environment Plan (PMEP). The variations were prepared for the purpose of managing marine farming activity in Marlborough’s coastal ... More >>
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 >>
