881 days ago

Blenheim is growing faster than expected

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

The town has gained more than 5000 people since 2006, reaching 28,800 in June this year, and is expected to reach 34,000 by 2048. Town planners say we need a lot more housing built - but does that mean more subdivisions? What sort of housing would you like to see?

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3 days ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Does the building consent process need to change?
  • 91.4% Yes
    91.4% Complete
  • 8.3% No
    8.3% Complete
  • 0.3% Other - I'll share below!
    0.3% Complete
1012 votes
14 hours ago

Keep your eyes peeled for Anzac Day flyovers

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

The air force's P-8A Poseidon of No. 5 Squadron will cross over Marlborough, from Kaikōura to Blenheim, Havelock, and on to Nelson, on the morning of Anzac Day. Click the Read More button for timings.

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