Over the course of the election, a number of Marlborough residents have voiced their concern about the future of Blenheim’s CBD.

A vibrant CBD is a valuable asset for any town or city, and it’s fantastic...

During my last successful campaign for the role as Mayor I wrote here about Blenheim’s Taylor River Reserve, and the concerns I shared with many residents about the river’s water quality.

Every day, my p...

To the public, the Mayor is seen as a leader of the community, of a team of Councillors, and as the face of a region to wider New Zealand.

That is, indeed, an important part of a Mayor’s role. But within...

Like all of you, I’m a member of the Marlborough community, a ratepayer and a citizen who uses our wonderful public amenities.

And like you, I have a view on how Marlborough could function, develop and l...

Investing ratepayer money is vitally important for any progressive yet stable, well-functioning regional economy to function effectively.

Targeted, responsible spending in areas that support and enhance...

As voting papers begin to be delivered over the coming days, Marlburians will consider who will act in the region’s best interests as Mayor and Councillors for the next three years.

So what are some of t...

At every election, there are promises of rates reductions, driving down of council costs and other spending-related promises.

I don't make promises I can’t keep.

But what I can promise is that, as Mayor,...

Marlborough is facing some critical challenges related to growth.

At the heart of it, we can look at this as a good problem to have - growth means jobs and incomes, a higher standard of living and room f...

As a resident of Marlborough, I know how much we all enjoy our beautiful natural environment.

From boating and swimming in the Marlborough Sounds to those sweeping views up the Awatere Valley to majestic...

Three weeks after taking over as Mayor of Marlborough in 2016 our region was hit hard by the Kaikōura Earthquake.

This event took a huge toll on many people – financially and psychologically – particular...