Marlborough Blog & Commentary

Why Marlborough is Middle Earth
Posted: 10-12-2021 18:30
December 2021 is the 20th Anniversary of the first Lord of the Rings film, and New Zealand claiming to be Middle Earth, but could Marlborough alone take the title?

Mission to 'Mars' - A Journey to the Red Hills
Posted: 3-11-2021 18:57
Marlborough's Red Hills are part of Mount Richmond Forest Park with an other worldly landscape like no other in Marlborough. They're accessible enough for a family day trip, but are the gateway to over a week in the wilderness for intrepid adventurers.

Marlborough Quiz
Posted: 27-8-2021 10:36
How well do you know Marlborough, NZ. Can you get 20/20 in this quiz that tests your local knowledge?

Marlborough Colouring Pages
Posted: 21-8-2021 9:26
A selection of colouring pages with scenes of Marlborough, New Zealand.

Mamma Mia! Here we go again - Marlborough Covid Lockdown 2.0
Posted: 18-8-2021 19:06
Getting vaccinated and coping with Lockdown 2.0 in Marlborough

Flaxbourne - A Marlborough region with a big heart
Posted: 9-8-2021 16:50
Flaxbourne is the sparsely populated southernmost part of Marlborough's east coast, with interesting people, and landscapes.

A Marlborough School Holidays Winter Wilderness Adventure
Posted: 4-8-2021 22:51
A school holiday father and daughter tramping and mountain biking adventure up the Goulter River in Mount Richmond Forest Park.

Answers to some common questions about Marlborough
Posted: 3-6-2021 15:38
How well do you know Marlborough? Check out these key questions and answers about the region.

Tramp the Ned
Posted: 29-5-2021 21:13
Tramp the Ned, an opportunity to climb the closest mountain to Blenheim, and experience some local biodiversity.

2021 Blood Supermoon over Marlborough
Posted: 26-5-2021 21:38
Photos of 2021's rare blood supermoon as seen from Marlborough

Lees Creek Track
Posted: 12-5-2021 21:20
A weekend tramp to Lees Creek Hut in the upper Wairau

Lunch at Wairau River Wines
Posted: 30-4-2021 22:32
Lunch at Wairau River Wines turns out to be a good way to celebrate a birthday.

Molesworth - A road trip on the trail of ancestors
Posted: 19-4-2021 15:39
An Easter road trip to Molesworth is like travelling back in time in one of New Zealand's remotest wilderness areas.

Things to do in and around Picton
Posted: 24-2-2021 22:54
Activities and things to do in and around Picton, New Zealand.

Exploring Marlborough by Bike
Posted: 8-2-2021 12:01
If you've got a bike, Marlborough has some great opportunities for cycle adventures that won't cost a cent, and will leave you with a clear environmental conscience.