NZ Army chief promises to lead Marlborough council with same energy
Maia Hart
The new chief executive of Marlborough District Council is looking forward to bringing the same ener...
Blenheim greens packed for fundraiser
Thu, Apr 25, 2024 8:21 PM
The 15th Kevin Gallop Memorial Fundraiser tournament once again brought bowlers of all abilities tog
Celebrating Marlborough’s homefront heroes this Anzac Day
Thu, Apr 25, 2024 8:00 AM
They were the mothers, daughters, wives and girlfriends left behind while those they loved went to w
Flood risk update for Spring Creek residents
Wed, Apr 24, 2024 4:27 PM
Residents living in flood prone areas of Springcreek are set to get an important update on what is b
Pedal to the metal
William Woodworth
Eastern States Speedway saw an impressive 70 strong field for their Harvest Championships, the penul...
Call for celebrities with stars in their eyes
Paula Hulburt
Ever seen yourself in the spotlight, singing on the stage and not just in the shower? Organisers of ...
Community
Marlborough’s Māori ward councillor in ‘shock’ at proposal
Maia Hart
Marlborough’s Māori ward councillor was in “shock” and “disbelief” when she heard of a possible U-tu
Hearty support for anti-bullying charity
William Woodworth
Barry Hart wears his support for I AM HOPE on his sleeve, on his ute, and on the outside of his brig
Aspiring biologist goes national for climate strike
William Woodworth
This year’s School Strike for Climate is taking place today at Seymour Square and across New Zealand
Sport
‘Grassroots’ rugby sides primed and ready
Peter Jones
Marlborough’s “grassroots” rugby competition kicks off tomorrow.
Falcons spread their wings
Peter Jones
There is a fresh, new look about the Marlborough Boys’ College First XV as they prepare to contest t
Moutere women good to go
Peter Jones
Moutere will be the region’s sole representative in the 2024 Tasman Trophy women’s rugby competition
Blenheim greens packed for fundraiser
Peter Jones
The 15th Kevin Gallop Memorial Fundraiser tournament once again brought bowlers of all abilities tog
New Tasman Rugby Union CEO announced
Peter Jones
A familiar face has been chosen to lead the Tasman Rugby Union into the future.
Sporting briefs
Peter Jones
Latest sporting news.
Rural
Top dogs head to National champs
Eloise Martyn
Marlborough's Awatere Dog Trial Club hosted the annual Farmlands Centre Championships recently at th
More than a shearer - Moore's the president
Contributor
Champion shearer Angus Moore took it all in his strides multi-tasking as both competitor and the new
Top dog teams’ skill nets place in nationals
Eloise Martyn
Qualifiers for the Dog Trial Nationals in May were held at the Awatere Valley, bringing a real buzz
Foresight and innovation wins top prize for Muller Station team
Staff reporter
Steve and Mary Satterthwaite have worked tirelessly for over four decades to turn a massive 38,860-h
Junior Landcare initiative a mental health landmark
Staff reporter
A grassroots partnership has been announced to help champion nature regeneration, address eco-anxiet
Drought conditions loom
William Woodworth
As hot, dry weather conditions continue in Marlborough, rural residents and farmers need to be ready
Lifestyle
A tale of two sisters
Tessa Jaine
Blenheim sisters Peata and Charlotte Pānoho, and indeed the entire Pānoho family, are creative power
Sponsored: Craigs Investment Partners’ Corporate Day attracts CEOs to Blenheim
Tessa Jaine
In March 2024, Craigs Investment Partners hosted a Corporate Day at the ASB Theatre in Blenheim. The
Sponsored: Creating thriving and sustainable environments
Tessa Jaine
Terry Stewart spends much of his time protecting land from the spread of invasive weeds and contribu
Healing through growing
William Woodworth
Don Cross set up Healing Horticulture to combine practical horticultural knowledge with wellbeing th
Keeping Kombis rolling
William Woodworth
This year’s Volkswagen Nationals are coming to Kaikōura, with a revolutionary guest in the shape of
Marlborough News in Brief - 5th March
Staff reporter
With everything from the Rai Valley A&P Show to a doggie day out at Stadium 2000, there's been plent
