Your Consultation Hub

Every year, Marlborough District Council makes many decisions that affect
the community. That's why we want your input.

Find opportunities to get involved here – and let us know your
thoughts on things that matter to you.

 

Featured activities

  • Local Water Done Well

    Council is consulting on how drinking water, wastewater and stormwater will be delivered in the future, in accordance with the Government’s Local Water Done Well (LWDW) policy. Council’s preferred option is a council-owned Water Services Organisation (WSO), established to govern and wholly manage planning, funding, investing in, building and maintaining long-term infrastructure for drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services for the district. It would...

    Closes 26 May 2025

Open activities

Marlborough's Welcoming Plan

We are creating a Welcoming Plan for Marlborough. If you’re new to Marlborough, from overseas or from another part of Aotearoa, or keen to support newcomers we want to hear your thoughts on what should be in Marlborough’s Welcoming Plan. Share your ideas for activities, programmes, resources, events, etc that can help make newcomers feel welcome and create a sense of belonging for them in Marlborough. Please take the time to fill out the survey by April 30th. If you...

Proposed Draft Trade Waste Bylaw 2025

We are proposing to replace the Trade Waste Bylaw 2011 with the proposed Draft Trade Waste Bylaw 2025 (Draft Bylaw). Trade waste discharged into the public wastewater system can negatively impact the environment, public health, and Council infrastructure. It is produced by various businesses, including wine producers, manufacturers, food outlets, service stations, hairdressers, abattoirs, fish/mussel processing, dentists and medical centres. The proposed Draft...

Te Whānau Hou Grovetown Lagoon Management Plan

Grovetown Lagoon is a remnant oxbow, or horseshoe lake adjacent to the Wairau River, four kilometres northeast of Blenheim. The Lagoon has become a popular area for walking, biking, picnicking, kayaking and bird watching as a result of the continuing restoration efforts of Te Whānau Hou Grovetown Lagoon Incorporated (the Society) over the last 20+ years. Te Whānau Hou means a new family and the foundation of the group is a cooperative partnership between Ngāti Rārua, Ngāti Toa...

Proposed fees and fees policy for Environmental Health

The Environmental Health Team are proposing to increase the fees they charge under the Health Act 1956, Food Act 2014 and the Resource Management Act 1991 to ensure that the cost of each activity is met within budget and doesn’t add more ratepayer cost. The Environmental Health Team are also proposing that they have a Policy that allows a CPI adjustment each year going forward to try and eliminate large irregular increases in fees. For more information on the...

Revision of Building Control Fees 2025-2026

Each year, the Building Control group reviews its fees and charges to ensure they remain fair and reflect the actual cost of providing services to users. This review allows us to adjust fees to reflect changes in service costs, ensuring they are up-to-date and reasonable. It also helps us collect fees for any new processes or costs, in line with our Revenue and Financing Policy. For 2025-2026, we propose an overall increase of 2.2 per cent in line with the Consumers Price Index...

Local Water Done Well

Council is consulting on how drinking water, wastewater and stormwater will be delivered in the future, in accordance with the Government’s Local Water Done Well (LWDW) policy. Council’s preferred option is a council-owned Water Services Organisation (WSO), established to govern and wholly manage planning, funding, investing in, building and maintaining long-term infrastructure for drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services for the district. It would...

Draft Local Alcohol Policy

Marlborough District Council (Council) is proposing to introduce a Local Alcohol Policy (LAP) under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 (Act). Under section 75 of this Act, Council may have a LAP relating to the sale, supply or consumption of alcohol within its district. A LAP is an opportunity for local communities to have more say on alcohol sales and consumption in their community. It also provides certainty for both regulatory agencies and...

Closed activities

  • Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw 2025

    The Marlborough District Council (Council) is proposing to replace its 2017 Waste Bylaw which has been superseded by legislative changes and the new kerbside collection service. Under the Local Government Act 2002 (LGA) and the Waste Minimisation Act 2008 (WMA), Council has...

    Closed 17 April 2025

  • Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve Management Plan

    The Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve is a small popular recreation reserve located on the eastern side of Waikawa Bay between Port Underwood Road/Waikawa Road and the sea. The Reserve is used as a base for picnicking, swimming, launching small craft and trailered boats and providing access to moored...

    Closed 7 March 2025

  • Dog Registration Survey 2024

    Council are asking you to have your say on how you found this years dog registration.

    Closed 7 January 2025

  • Navigation of Services for Older Adults

    We are reaching out for your help to gather vital data. A group of interested parties has formed (Grey Power Marlborough, PSUSI Te Waiharakeke + CAB Marlborough) along with Council, have identified a growing concern around the needs of Marlborough's population over the age of 65, approximately...

    Closed 23 December 2024

  • Destination Marlborough Future Paths Project Survey

    The Council invites your feedback on the future of visitor industry support services in Marlborough. This survey forms part of the Destination Marlborough Future Path Project. You are encouraged to read the engagement document prior to completing this survey. Go to Destination...

    Closed 17 November 2024