Marlborough District Council
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Marlborough is at the top of the South Island of New Zealand. Tasman and Kaikoura districts are our western and southern neighbours respectively. On the northern side of Cook Strait is Wellington.
MARLBOROUGH — Howick Road/Wither Road Area and Howick Road/Hospital Road Area Council intends undertaking works within the street near your property.
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MARLBOROUGH — A survey of the views of all Marlborough Airport users will be conducted by the airport company as part of the planning for the expansion of the current terminal facilities.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough’s best swimming spots, based on the quality of the water, are Ngakuta Bay, Mistletoe Bay, Te Mahia, Bobs Bay, Marfells Beach and Whites Bay.
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MARLBOROUGH — The district’s Sports Hall of Fame ‘Book of Recognition’ was established in 1993 by Sport Tasman to honour outstanding local sporting figures and to provide a permanent record of their achievements.
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MARLBOROUGH — I’ve found a recipe to feel sensational.
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MARLBOROUGH — The burglary rate in Marlborough is not high but break-ins do happen from time to time.
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MARLBOROUGH — There is one week left to enter the Marlborough Environment Awards, which aim to showcase businesses, community groups and individuals who are doing their bit for the environment.
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MARLBOROUGH — Rooks are considered to be one of the most destructive birds introduced to this country and they are classed as a Total Control Pest in Marlborough under the Regional Pest Management Strategy.
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MARLBOROUGH — There are signs that we may be in for a hot windy summer so, if you have dry vegetation piles to burn, now is the time to get onto it.
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MARLBOROUGH — The Funding Information Database is available for the public to access at Blenheim and Picton libraries.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough has been identified as one of five regions where swimming water quality needs greatest improvement but in fact Marlborough's water quality has been showing an improving trend for the last five years both at river and coastal swimming spots.
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BLENHEIM — The seismic capacity of the foundations under the war memorial clock tower in Seymour Square will be investigated over the next two days.
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BLENHEIM — Wreaths will be laid at Marlborough’s Boer War memorial at Tua Marina cemetery at 10.00 am on Sunday, 21 October, to commemorate the departure of the first troops to leave our shores for the Boer War and to remember the eleven Marlborough casualties of that conflict.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough RSA will be holding a Service of Remembrance at the Tua Marina cemetery at 10.00 am on Sunday, 21 October 2012.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough Kaikoura’s Principal Rural Fire Office Richard McNamara wants to build a ‘prevention culture’ into fire safety attitudes in Marlborough; one of the hottest, driest parts of the country.
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MARLBOROUGH — A reminder to let us collect your council rubbish bags We’d prefer everyone using our black Council rubbish bags to make sure they are put out for kerbside collection - rather than delivering them direct to the rubbish transfer station.
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MARLBOROUGH — There will be NO kerbside collection on MONDAY 22 October 2012.
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BLENHEIM — Mayor Alistair Sowman was on hand to farewell Ken Lusby from Blenheim on his mission to walk the length of the country to raise money for Cure Kids.
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BLENHEIM — Final presentation 18 October Come along to hear the Marlborough Smart and Connected vision presentation and join in the discussion with industry leaders, local iwi and community groups.
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MARLBOROUGH — If you have a relative or friend in care and you think something is not right, or that service or facilities are not up to standard, raise your concerns with the management of the rest home.
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MARLBOROUGH — It is one hundred years this weekend since the last remnant of native forest at the confluence of the Pelorus and Rai rivers was declared a scenic reserve.
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MARLBOROUGH — Surrounded by vineyards, the Wither Hills as its backdrop, Fairhall Cemetery sits amidst expansive lawns and established plantings; a restful setting.
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MARLBOROUGH — Drain Spraying Programme The Council’s drain spraying programme for the control of weeds in open drains will commence on Tuesday 23 October 2012.
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MARLBOROUGH — Council Services over Labour Weekend Council offices Marlborough District Council’s Blenheim office will be closed on Labour Day Monday 22 October 2012.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman says any future decision on moving the inter-island port to Clifford Bay will be based on the national economic benefit of such a move.
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BLENHEIM — Council intends undertaking works within the street near your property in Redwood Street (Cleghorn Street to Mitchell Street).
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PICTON — A crowd of more than a hundred turned out last weekend in Picton for the first “Blessing of the Fleet’, a traditional ceremony in fishing ports around the world.
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MARLBOROUGH — Spring is a great time to get your bike into the shed (or inside the dining room as has been witnessed by some families of keen bikers!) and do some maintenance.
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MARLBOROUGH — Take extra care when paying rates and water accounts using internet banking When making internet payments there’s one very important thing to remember – be sure to include the right details.
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MARLBOROUGH — Members of the Marlborough Youth Council spent last Sunday labouring - planting 50 assorted native shrubs and trees on the banks of the Opawa River, on Opaua Reserve off Marshall Place at the end of Dillons Point Road.
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MARLBOROUGH — Continuing some form of exercise, no matter how gentle, is recommended for most people as a way of helping to maintain good health.
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MARLBOROUGH — Spring is here – time for that spring cleaning and clearing out the clutter.
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MARLBOROUGH — Heavy traffic is a fact of life in our rural region.
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MARLBOROUGH — The latest report on dairy shed effluent and stream crossings reflects the shift in awareness within the Marlborough dairy industry of the importance of higher environmental standards, says Marlborough District councillor Peter Jerram.
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MARLBOROUGH — A long and detailed consultation with dog owners, the general public, Council staff and councillors has taken place over the last 18 months with a view on where dogs should be allowed in public places.
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MARLBOROUGH — Go on, whatever your age, find a reason to go out and play on your bike! Today’s reason to leave the car in the driveway, and hop on your bike: To sample delectable food, tasty beverages, and see a slice of Marlborough under the power of your legs and 2 wheels.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough District Council has established its first blog – offering the public a way to join the discussion about a vision for the region’s future.
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MARLBOROUGH — The 2012/2013 Marlborough Environment Awards, supported by the Marlborough District Council, are open to entries from businesses, community groups and individuals.
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MARLBOROUGH — There are some opportunities coming up for young and old to celebrate the international day for the older people in our community – International Day of Older Persons 2012.
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BLENHEIM — The newest public toilet amenities in the CBD are clearly signposted from High Street; they're less than a block from the town centre, a few steps from the end of Queen Street.
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BLENHEIM — The Marlborough District Council has a three bedroom house with single garage available for rent.
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MARLBOROUGH — Some of Marlborough’s rural roads are narrow and winding, such as Port Underwood Road, Northbank Road and Kenepuru Road.
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BLENHEIM — The 25cm goldfish found by a pair of Blenheim schoolboys in one of the Taylor River inlets last week underlines the risks that ornamental fish and aquarium weed pose to our natural waterways.
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BLENHEIM — Low-income ratepayers have been coming in steadily to the Council to apply for the rates rebate.
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MARLBOROUGH — 2012 aerial photographs of Blenheim, Picton, Marlborough Sounds and Wairau Plains have now been loaded into Dekho, the mapping system used by Marlborough District Council.
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BLENHEIM — As spring arrives, Pollard Park has burst out in blossom with the park’s rhododendron glade next to come into flower.
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MARLBOROUGH — Koromiko Forest Reserve, Freeths Road, Koromiko - community tree planting - Friday 28 September 9.30 am till midday.
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MARLBOROUGH — Sometimes older people can find themselves in unhappy circumstances where carers or relatives are taking advantage of their frailty.
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MARLBOROUGH — Almost half of the contents of the rubbish bags put out at the kerb are made up of organic matter.
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MARLBOROUGH — September 21 is the thirtieth anniversary of the UN International Peace Day.
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MARLBOROUGH — From October 2012 through to February 2013 the Marlborough District Council’s biosecurity staff and their contractor Kaitiaki o Ngahere will be undertaking the control of Reed sweet grass (Glyceria maxima).
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MARLBOROUGH — The walking tracks to both Barnes Dam and Humphreys Dam at Essons Valley will be closed from 20 September 2012, with planned reopening on 20 October 2012.
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MARLBOROUGH — Four main earthquake fault lines cross Marlborough – we straddle the boundary between the Pacific Plate and the Australian Plate.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough’s new E-waste service has been so popular through its trial period that it will continue.
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BLENHEIM — On average, 36 pedestrians are killed and 1000 pedestrians are injured on New Zealand roads every year.
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BLENHEIM — The Marlborough District Council wish to advise residents in Springswood Grove that sewer main cleaning will be taking place in Springswood Grove on 20 September 2012.
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BLENHEIM — The Marlborough District Council wishes to advise residents in Hospital Road, from Maxwell Road to Howick Road, that the water will be shut down on Tuesday 25 September from 1.00 pm until 3.00 pm.
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BLENHEIM — A memorial service will be held at the Blenheim War Memorial clock tower at 11.00 am on Sunday, 16 September, to mark Battle of Britain Day.
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BLENHEIM — The Marlborough District Council wishes to advise residents in Hospital Road, from Maxwell Road to Howick Road, that the water will be shut down on Wednesday 19 September from 9.00 am until 12 noon.
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MARLBOROUGH — New closed circuit television security cameras will be installed in the CBDs of Blenheim and Picton as a public safety measure.
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BLENHEIM — Age Concern Marlborough is based at the Marlborough Community Centre at 25 Alfred Street.
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MARLBOROUGH — Residents and ratepayers have given the Marlborough District Council a pretty big pat on the back.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough District Council maintains more than 340 bridges around Marlborough - $69M worth of vital structural assets belonging to our region.
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MARLBOROUGH — The Awards are open to any business, community group or individual in Marlborough.
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MARLBOROUGH — Students aged between 13 and no older than 16 years of age in July 2013 are invited to apply to take part in the annual two week Student Exchange to Tendo and Otari in Japan.
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BLENHEIM — An art historian’s adventures in libraries throughout New Zealand, Ireland and England Libraries are an inspiration and a crucial resource for the non-fiction writer.
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MARLBOROUGH — The Marlborough District Council is appealing the Environment Court decision on Franklin Boatyards as the decision has raised a matter which has potential consequences beyond Waikawa.
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PICTON — Public Notification of Application for Removal of a Mature Tree from Reserve Land Marlborough District Council Reserves Policy stipulates that requests for removal of trees of significance (or taller than 6.0 metres) located on reserves must be publicly notified, to provide the public with the opportunity to make submissions in respect of the request.
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MARLBOROUGH — View our dogs for adoption page to see dogs currently available for adoption at Animal Control.
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PICTON — Picton people who love their town and understand how visitors respond to a friendly face and hospitable welcome are needed for Picton’s ‘meet and greet’ team.
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MARLBOROUGH — Tripping, slipping, losing your balance – the consequences can be frightening, even life-threatening, as we age.
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MARLBOROUGH — Council inspects all food premises at least once a year The Council is responsible for inspecting local businesses that sell food to the public.
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MARLBOROUGH — The Marlborough Multiple Sclerosis & Parkinson’s Society has a field officer who is available to provide information, education, support and advocacy for persons with multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s and other allied neurological conditions.
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BLENHEIM — This week the local branch of the Adult Community Education (A.C.E.) Network hosted the national launch of Adult Learning Week, an annual event promoting the importance of continuing to make learning opportunities available throughout adulthood.
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MARLBOROUGH — Instalment One – 2012/2013 due on or before 11 September 2012 Notice is given that under Sections 57/58 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, a ten percent PENALTY will be added to INSTALMENT ONE 2012/2013 rates unpaid after 11 September 2012.
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BLENHEIM — Blenheim’s newest park is to be named Davidson Place in honour of Marlborough’s only female mayor Liz Davidson.
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MARLBOROUGH — The Marlborough Environment Awards have been supported by Marlborough District Council since 1997 to encourage businesses, community groups and individuals to protect and enhance the environment.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough District Council is seeking applications for funding from organisations providing arts or heritage services to the Marlborough community.
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MARLBOROUGH — Application to use Marlborough District Council Sportsgrounds Applications are invited from sporting codes wishing to use Council provided sportsgrounds for the coming summer season.
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BLENHEIM — Free road safety course for drivers 65+ years The Marlborough Road Safety Council is holding a free driver training course.
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MARLBOROUGH — Plans are being made to create a natural burial ground within the borders of Fairhall Cemetery.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough District Council is seeking applications for funding from organisations providing arts or heritage services to the Marlborough community.
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MARLBOROUGH — BikeWalk Marlborough Need a reason to go walking? There are a million of them – here’s a few: Your cat might need to stretch his legs.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough residents have given the Marlborough District Council a scorecard of 7 out of 10 in the latest survey assessing their satisfaction with the services and performance of the Marlborough District Council.
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BLENHEIM — The new pocket park in Queen Street is to be named Davidson Place in honour of Marlborough’s first female mayor Liz Davidson.
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MARLBOROUGH — To Murphys Rd and Nottinghill residents: To allow the connection of a new watermain in Murphys Road there will be a water shutdown on Wednesday 5 September 2012 between 9.00 am and 12.00 noon.
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BLENHEIM — The contract to develop the pocket park in Queen Street has been awarded to Fulton Hogan and work will begin immediately with plans to have the new paved square ready for the town’s busy pre-Christmas period.
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MARLBOROUGH — The daffodils are bursting out in Springlands’ McKendry Park and it won’t be long before the old plum orchard is in full flower.
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BLENHEIM — Rates and the basis on which they are levied is one of a range of rating issues which Marlborough District Councillors will be reviewing in the year ahead.
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MARLBOROUGH — Mayfield School’s young poets contribute to Taylor River Writers’ Walk Council environmental educator Ali Kay and Mayor Alistair Sowman with the three pupils from Mayfield School who’ve contributed the latest poetry to the Taylor River Writers’ Walk; from left Anthony Forbes, Leana de Joux and Bailey Robinson.
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MARLBOROUGH — Starborough Creek Sewer Crossing At Key Crescent Seddon Tenders are invited for the above contract which entails the replacement of an existing 17m sewer pipe bridge with a new pipe bridge of 24m span.
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MARLBOROUGH — Marlborough people have grasped the importance of being prepared for the next big earthquake; almost nine thousand people have signed up to take part in the national earthquake exercise coming up next month, more than in the Nelson and Tasman districts combined.
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MARLBOROUGH — The Cancer Society provides information and support for people affected by cancer and their families.
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PICTON — Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman says he won’t forget the look on Joseph Sullivan’s face when he unwrapped the road sign for Joseph Sullivan Drive in Picton.
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