MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL Sounds News Submissions to open on Marlborough's Navigation Bylaw Council is replacing its 2009 Navigation Bylaw. The new bylaw will have minor amendments to address key issues and improve clarity Harbourmaster Captain Jake Oliver said At a recent Council meeting Captain Oliver presented a thorough report on the proposed replacement Navigation Bylaw which will go out for consultation next month Submissions open on 15 June and close on 1 October 2023 with a sub-committee being formed, if necessary, to deliberate on submissions. Marlborough's current Navigation Bylaw came into force in July 2010 and contains rules relating to maritime and navigation safety. It helps with the regulation of shipping and activities on the waters of the region. Under the Maritime Transport Act regional councis can make bylows to regulate and control activities and prevent nuisances arising. This includes controlling anchorages. placement and maintenance of moorings and specifying requirements for carrying and using jackets on boats. A review of the bylow began in 2017 but was not completed due to issues arising from the emergence of the Rex ferries project and subsequent delays due to Covid Proposed changes to the bylaw include correcting information relating to the working channel for Picton Harbour Radio, incorporating water ski access lanes not currently Included updating fees and charges levied on activities and editing changes to improve the bylaw's readability There are areas of the bylow that will need greater attention and in-depth consultation with operators and the community Captain Oliver said. "These will be pursued as amendments at a later date and are anticipated to include requirements on wearing lifejackets, carrying communications, vessel identification, AIS (automatic identification system, common passage plans and commercial shipping operations," he said. Harbour Master Marlborough Sounds Future Access Study He krero n te Kaunihera o Wairau y fo..in Public engagement drop-in sessions View and ask questions about the options being considered for future transport solutions in and out of the Sounds. Tuesday 20 June Wednesday 21 June Thursday 22 June Friday 23 June 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Monday 26 June Tuesday 27 June Tuesday 27 June Wednesday 28 June 5:30pm-7:30pm 10:00 am-12:00 pm 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Blenheim, Lansdowne Park Sports Hub Waitaria Bay Hall French Pass Hall Linkwater Hall Zoom online meeting For details go to the MDC website as noted below. Ral Valley, The Millers Rest Nelson, Trafalgar Centre, Northern Extension Picton, Port Marlborough Pavilion Rates rebate applications close soon Applications for the 2022-2023 rates rebate close on Friday 30 June, so now's the time to find out if you're eligible. If you pay the rates on your home and you have a low income you could be eligible for a rebate of up to $700 off your rates. You will need your income details for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022 and if you have dependants, we will need details about them too. You can come into Council's offices in Blenheim and Picton or submit your details online at: www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/rates/rates-rebate Online forms need to be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 23 June to allow your application to be completed and processed by Friday 30 June Council's Harbours team - working to ensure our waterways are safe for everyone to enjoy. Contact the Harbourmaster's Office if you need advice or information about Marlborough's harbours. 03 520 7400 | HARBOURS MARLBOROUGH.GOVT.NZ MARLBOROUGH.GOVT.NZI 03 520 7400 15 SEYMOUR STREET, BLENHEIM, 7201 NEW ZEALAND MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL Sounds News Submissions to open on Marlborough's Navigation Bylaw Council is replacing its 2009 Navigation Bylaw . The new bylaw will have minor amendments to address key issues and improve clarity Harbourmaster Captain Jake Oliver said At a recent Council meeting Captain Oliver presented a thorough report on the proposed replacement Navigation Bylaw which will go out for consultation next month Submissions open on 15 June and close on 1 October 2023 with a sub - committee being formed , if necessary , to deliberate on submissions . Marlborough's current Navigation Bylaw came into force in July 2010 and contains rules relating to maritime and navigation safety . It helps with the regulation of shipping and activities on the waters of the region . Under the Maritime Transport Act regional councis can make bylows to regulate and control activities and prevent nuisances arising . This includes controlling anchorages . placement and maintenance of moorings and specifying requirements for carrying and using jackets on boats . A review of the bylow began in 2017 but was not completed due to issues arising from the emergence of the Rex ferries project and subsequent delays due to Covid Proposed changes to the bylaw include correcting information relating to the working channel for Picton Harbour Radio , incorporating water ski access lanes not currently Included updating fees and charges levied on activities and editing changes to improve the bylaw's readability There are areas of the bylow that will need greater attention and in - depth consultation with operators and the community Captain Oliver said . " These will be pursued as amendments at a later date and are anticipated to include requirements on wearing lifejackets , carrying communications , vessel identification , AIS ( automatic identification system , common passage plans and commercial shipping operations , " he said . Harbour Master Marlborough Sounds Future Access Study He krero n te Kaunihera o Wairau y fo..in Public engagement drop - in sessions View and ask questions about the options being considered for future transport solutions in and out of the Sounds . Tuesday 20 June Wednesday 21 June Thursday 22 June Friday 23 June 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 10:00 am - 12 : 00 pm 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Monday 26 June Tuesday 27 June Tuesday 27 June Wednesday 28 June 5:30 pm-7:30pm 10:00 am - 12 : 00 pm 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Blenheim , Lansdowne Park Sports Hub Waitaria Bay Hall French Pass Hall Linkwater Hall Zoom online meeting For details go to the MDC website as noted below . Ral Valley , The Millers Rest Nelson , Trafalgar Centre , Northern Extension Picton , Port Marlborough Pavilion Rates rebate applications close soon Applications for the 2022-2023 rates rebate close on Friday 30 June , so now's the time to find out if you're eligible . If you pay the rates on your home and you have a low income you could be eligible for a rebate of up to $ 700 off your rates . You will need your income details for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022 and if you have dependants , we will need details about them too . You can come into Council's offices in Blenheim and Picton or submit your details online at : www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/rates/rates-rebate Online forms need to be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 23 June to allow your application to be completed and processed by Friday 30 June Council's Harbours team - working to ensure our waterways are safe for everyone to enjoy . Contact the Harbourmaster's Office if you need advice or information about Marlborough's harbours . 03 520 7400 | HARBOURS MARLBOROUGH.GOVT.NZ MARLBOROUGH.GOVT.NZI 03 520 7400 15 SEYMOUR STREET , BLENHEIM , 7201 NEW ZEALAND