Overview
Marlborough is a region in the north east of the South Island, New Zealand, recognised for its wine, aquaculture, and scenic attraction of the Marlborough Sounds.
Architecture
Although sparsely populated, Marlborough has a variety of interesting architecture including churches, bridges, wineries and historic homesteads.
People
Biographies of Marlborough residents who have had an influence on local, national and international affairs.
Business & Economy
The Marlborough economy has a primary industry focus, although land use has changed over the years, with viticulture currently drawing international attention to the region.
Culture
Although only having a small population Marlborough has developed a strong cultural identity around cuisine, visual arts, crafts, and performing arts.
Natural History
Marlborough is home to a variety of rare and endangered plant and animal species, as well as a lot of more common ones that are also of interest.
Geography
Marlborough is a diverse region geographically with a variety of natural and man-made features that distinguish the region both nationally and internationally.
History
Marlborough has a rich history dating back to some of the first human arrivals in New Zealand to early European exploration and colonisation and much later the rise of the wine industry
Recreation
Marlborough offers a wide range of recreational activities.
Commentary
Occasional commentary on events and issues affecting Marlborough
Recently Added
- Pubs of Marlborough
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- Pastoral Farming
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- Marlborough Bridges Photo Gallery
20-7-2017 23:43
- Governors Bay
9-7-2017 22:45
- Marlborough Milk Station
9-7-2017 16:40
- Birds of Marlborough
13-7-2017 23:34
- Seymour Square
7-7-2017 9:50
- Port Underwood
5-7-2017 21:46
- New Zealand Fur Seal
5-7-2017 10:58
- Fungi photo gallery
5-7-2017 9:48