Marlborough Blog & Commentary

What beach shall we go to today?
Posted: 17-1-2018 13:50
On a hot summer's afternoon in Marlborough, a trip to the beach can be complicated by the choices available.

Black Birch - A great place for a Sunday stroll
Posted: 9-1-2018 12:40
Black Birch Stream in the Awatere Valley might not be as well publicised as Pelorus Bridge, or Mount Richmond Forest Park, but nevertheless it is still a great bit of Marlborough Wilderness to explore.

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.