Marlborough Blog & Commentary
Things to do in Blenheim
Posted: 26-2-2017 0:00
To dispel the misconception that there's not much to do in Blenheim besides wine, we've compiled a list of great activities that have little to do with wine.
Classic Teamwork
Posted: 6-4-2015 0:00
Classic Fighters 2015 was a fantastic team effort by people from Marlborough and beyond, showcasing aviation history.
Marlborough 101
Posted: 4-3-2015 0:00
How well do you know Marlborough? Coming soon, a list of 101 things to do in the region. What would be on your list? How much a Marlburian are you?
Moetapu Magic
Posted: 2-3-2015 0:00
Moetapu Bay has one of the nicest beaches within reasonable driving distance in the Marlborough Sounds - if you can find it.
Brilliant Every Day?
Posted: 26-1-2015 0:00
Thoughts on New Year resolutions, regional branding and telling the Marlborough Story.
Marvellous Marlborough
Posted: 4-11-2014 0:00
Marlborough Anniversary weekend 2014 provided an opportunity to enjoy and reflect on what is special about the region.
A Right Royal Visit
Posted: 8-4-2014 0:00
A royal visit to Blenheim is a chance to reflect on what we value as New Zealanders.
Gigatown
Posted: 2-4-2014 0:00
Chorus gigatown competition gives Blenheim and Marlborough a chance to consider regional development.
Best and Worst
Posted: 30-3-2014 0:00
Marlborough has many great people and places to get to know, but locals need to respect the environment.
Good Health
Posted: 22-2-2014 0:00
Summer Beerfest
Posted: 5-2-2012 0:00
Review of the Summer Beerfest 2012 at Drylands Restaurant, Blenheim by a non beer drinker.
Made in NZ
Posted: 29-7-2011 0:00
In an era of almost daily news reports of NZ businesses moving to China, a Marlborough local and his Chinese wife are going against the grain and increasing their support for locally made products.
Corruption Conspiracies
Posted: 11-7-2011 0:00
The Sheard Report on alleged corruption in the Marlborough District Council is out, with hardly unexpected conclusions.
Amazing Marlborough
Posted: 9-2-2011 0:00
Marlborough has a well deserved reputation as a great destination, but tourist guides can gloss over many of the hidden gems in the region.
Trees
Posted: 16-11-2010 0:00
Blenheim is associated with the hot, dry barrenness of the Wither Hills and Wairau Plain, but given the example of other towns it could easily have a green makeover.
