Spring flights between Christchurch and Wānaka planned
5:49 PM A nine-seater Sounds Air plane is set to make the 45-minute journey three times a day in spring.
Firm's artful way of giving back
5:26 PM An engineering company in Marlborough is auctioning off scrap metal art to raise money for community groups.
First pay rise in a decade 'reflects the skills' of council representatives
Thirty dollars more a meeting for community representatives with combined 40 years experience.
Marlborough wine industry gets funding to train 200 Kiwi job-seekers
The MSD funding is for Kiwis who have lost their job as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Flooding risks prompt widening of major stormwater network
Stormwater upgrades to prepare Blenheim for future development growth well on the way to completion.
Police investigate smear campaign against Blenheim fast-food worker
Flyers of a “derogatory nature” have been left in letter boxes around Blenheim.
Hacker renames high school on Google search page as 'strip club'
And gives Covid-19 update: "Masks are not school uniform. Anyone who wears a mask will get it confiscated."
Traffic survey brushes off bypass claims, suggests another roundabout
While Grove Rd could lose some short-term parks for an extra lane of traffic.
The man keeping an eye on the health system shake-up for Marlborough
Since 2013 Walter Scott has been a voice for patients, and he's got Marlborough covered for the health system's overhaul.
Two injured in crashes
Occupants from two vehicles were taken to hospital on Monday evening after separate crashes at the top of the South Island.
Puppy love: Bylaw review suggests lifting town centre dog ban in Blenheim
Early draft of new bylaw paves way for dogs to make permanent return to Blenheim's CBD.
Vineyard worker charged with raping woman outside Blenheim bar
The RSE worker has been granted bail. He must work a 6-day week, and not leave the house on his day off.
Forestry company hoping third time's a charm as harvest ban heads back to court
Environment Court overturns council. High Court overturns Environment Court. So it's off to the Court of Appeal.
Both lanes of new Blenheim bridge to open this week
The final completion date for the old "banana" bridge will be confirmed at the end of this year.
Mayor Leggett on the Jeffery Review: New leadership needed to save Clubs from liquidation
“Health and safety, employment law ... you need a governance group that understands how those things work."
QV stats show modest growth for Nelson home values
There's been a slight increase but the real effects of Covid-19 on the property market is yet to be seen.
Mum 'clashed' kids' heads together
Blenheim woman has been convicted of child assault after the incident in June last year.
We need to support Sounds Air
OPINION: The regional airline is crucial to our economy, but for it to survive long-term, it needs Kiwis to put their money where their mouths are.
Power of internet comes with costs
The internet's information superhighway also carries costs of emissions from the electricity used to power it.
Be a hero citizen
OPINION: You can help to save our regional economy, by considering Marlborough businesses first.
Buy local, save jobs
OPINION: Households might be tightening their belts, but buy local, even if you find it cheaper online.
Former scientist slams PMEP
OPINION: Perhaps it is time for a separate coastal authority focused on the Sounds, to protect the region's 'jewel in the crown'.
Marlborough wine industry gets funding to train 200 Kiwi job-seekers
The MSD funding is for Kiwis who have lost their job as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Forestry company hoping third time's a charm as harvest ban heads back to court
Environment Court overturns council. High Court overturns Environment Court. So it's off to the Court of Appeal.
Mayor Leggett on the Jeffery Review: New leadership needed to save Clubs from liquidation
“Health and safety, employment law ... you need a governance group that understands how those things work."
Research institute could boost economy by $8 million
Up to 30 new jobs could be created, report suggests
'Take it to the High Court'
Shouting, booing and more accusations; meeting to restore peace at social club does anything but.
Free immigration advice for Covid-stranded migrants
Agencies are teaming up to provide free advice to Marlborough's migrants told to leave.
Funding for popular rural hub but not for much needed upgrade
The only community hall for 80km on the Kaikōura coast is essential for rural people, but in dire need of an upgrade.
Connecting parents with their kids
Victoria Jenkins has spent 20 years as a teacher. Kids have changed a lot in that time.
Negatives turned positive
For many, the lockdown brought about changes. The Marlborough Museum was no exception to that.
Chathams next for eco-tours
Veteran operators Will and Rose Parsons have drifted south from Marlborough to Kaikōura, but they're not slowing down, with tours to the Chathams on the travel cards.
