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 8]

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 >>

Council Considering Temporary UV Solutions For Havelock Water Supply

Monday, 21 July 2025, 3:27 pm | Marlborough District Council

“We are working through a number of options and Council engineers want to determine whether we have a workable solution by the end of this week,” said Richard Coningham, General Manager Infrastructure and Services. More >>

Sounds Air Announcement “Disappointing” For Marlborough

Monday, 21 July 2025, 1:53 pm | Marlborough District Council

Sounds Air announced this morning that its Blenheim to Christchurch and Christchurch to Wanaka services will cease to operate from 28 September 2025 with the airline citing escalating costs and supply chain structure, in conjunction with a very weak ... More >>

Sounds Air Announcement “Disappointing” For Marlborough

Monday, 21 July 2025, 1:49 pm | Marlborough District Council

Northbank Road To Open Overnight

Friday, 18 July 2025, 1:56 pm | Marlborough District Council

From Monday to Friday the slip will continue to be open overnight and then closed from 9am to 4pm daily. Following requests from the community, there will be an additional opening on Wednesdays from 12pm to 1pm, starting this coming Wednesday 23 July. More >>