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developed the land to sustain the growing population. In the early 1700s canals and waterways were dug among the natural river courses, allowing for the first forms of farming in the area including that of fish and native water fowl. A total of approximately 18 km of channels are known to have been excavated before the arrival of European settlers. Māori in the Marlborough Region also cultivated crops, including kūmara (
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Marlborough Boys' College (MBC) retaining the existing site and Marlborough Girls' College (MGC) moving to a new site. An intention to relocate both Marlborough Boys' College and Marlborough Girls' College on the site currently occupied by MGC and Bohally Intermediate was announced in 2019, with Bohally Intermediate relocating to the current MBC site on Stephenson Street. The relocation plan was scrapped in 2024.
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in 1945, which in turn was connected to the rest of the South Island grid in 1956. The diesel generators were relegated to standby duty, last generated power on 22 July 1992, and were decommissioned in 2003. The Energy Companies Act 1992 saw the MEPB corporatised and renamed Marlborough Electric. The
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The Marlborough Electric Power Board (MEPB) was formed in October 1923 and established the Blenheim's first public supply in April 1927, following the commissioning of the Waihopai hydroelectric power station 40 km southwest of Blenheim. Two diesel generators were commissioned at Springlands in
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Seymour Square and Pollard Park are two of the town centres main attractions for walks and general tourism. Seymour Square is an open public area in the centre, containing the War Memorial and Clock Tower, unveiled in 1928, classified as a "Category I" ("places of 'special or outstanding historical
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Summers are typically warm, dry and sunny. Winter mornings are cool and frosty. Snowfall is rare as the town is sheltered from cold southerly weather by the mountain ranges to the south. Rainfall and humidity is highest in winter and early spring, between June and October. The town's average annual
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Situated on the Wairau Plain, the town is mostly flat with only its southernmost fringe rising to the base of the Wither Hills. As the plain is surrounded by mountains on all but the eastern flank, which is open to Cook Strait, it is relatively well protected from the frequent southerly weather
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Of those at least 15 years old, 3,177 (14.3%) people had a bachelor's or higher degree, and 5,022 (22.7%) people had no formal qualifications. 2,673 people (12.1%) earned over $ 70,000 compared to 17.2% nationally. The employment status of those at least 15 was that 10,800 (48.7%) people were
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population possibly as early as the 12th century. Archaeological evidence dates Polynesian human remains uncovered at Wairau Bar to the 13th century. The rich sea and bird life of the area would easily have supported such small communities. As the Māori population of the area increased, they
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Marlborough High School, a coeducational secondary school, was founded in Blenheim in 1900. In 1919 it changed its name to Marlborough College. The intermediate section was split to form Bohally Intermediate in 1956. The college was split into separate boys' and girls' schools in 1963, with
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Viticulture also has a very large impact on the local economy both directly, by way of employment and servicing required, and also by way of 'wine tourism'. The local cellars attracted hundreds of thousands of domestic and international tourists every year. The area also hosts the annual
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rivers. It is in a tectonically active zone and experiences several (usually small) earthquakes each year. The boundary between the Pacific plate (on which Blenheim sits) and the Indo-Australian plate passes just north of Blenheim. It lies east of Renwick, and just south of Spring Creek.
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With its growing international critical recognition, much of the Marlborough wine industry has come to be dominated by large firms, owned by major New Zealand companies or offshore investors. There are over 50 vineyards near Blenheim. Agricultural land prices in the
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The Blenheim urban area, as defined by Statistics New Zealand, covers 27.46 km (10.60 sq mi) and incorporates thirteen statistical areas. It had an estimated population of 30,500 as of June 2023, with a population density of 1,111 people per km.
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farming providing a major source of income. Historically, sheep farming, dairying, and wheat and barley were the major activities in the area. Marlborough's first commercial grape vines were planted in 1973, and since then
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speed arterial traffic flow. Since the installation of roundabouts traffic volumes have quickly increased and upgrading options are being considered, e.g. traffic lights, longer two-lane approaches and even a bypass.
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settlement, the people of Marlborough desired independence from Nelson. In 1859, nineteen years after the original Nelson settlement, the request of Marlborough settlers was granted, and Marlborough became a
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The first school opened in 1859. By 1875 there were three classes: Blenheim Upper Boys', Blenheim Lower Boys', and Blenheim Girls' and Infants'. Blenheim High School was formed within the school in 1879.
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Before the 2023 census, the urban area had a smaller boundary, covering 17.20 km (6.64 sq mi). Using that boundary, the Blenheim urban area had a population of 26,835 at the
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Thunderstorms are an uncommon occurrence due to the sheltered climate. There is a higher likelihood in summer, when afternoon heating can generate a buildup of clouds above the ranges.
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is a state girls' secondary (Year 9–13) school. It opened in 1963 following the split of Marlborough College into separate boys' and girls school, and has a roll of approximately 934.
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is a state boys' secondary (Year 9–13) school. It opened in 1963 following the split of Marlborough College into separate boys' and girls schools, and has a roll of approximately 993.
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growing has also gained some importance in recent years. Despite being located several kilometres inland, maritime industries are also important sources of employment for Blenheim.
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fronts occurring during winters. The area does however experience some high wind events during the course of the year, especially from the west where the wind is funnelled down the
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1998 electricity sector reforms required electricity companies to separate their lines and supply businesses. Marlborough Electric sold its generation and retailing business to
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directly at the town. Open and exposed areas in and around Blenheim are also hit quite hard by winds blowing inland from Cook Strait. Blenheim sits at the confluence of the
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Catholic schools for boys and girls were established in 1872, replaced by St Mary's Boys' school in 1886. In 1929 St Mary's was rebuilt after a fire.
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has become the dominant industry in the region; employment is derived not only from the production of wine, but also from 'wine tourism' in the area.
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Blenheim's water supply is drawn from the Wairau aquifer via nine bores and is treated at two plants in Middle Renwick Road and Bomford Street.
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is a state intermediate (Year 7–8) school opened in 1957 following a split from Marlborough College. It has a roll of approximately 526.
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Today, Marlborough Lines owns and operates the electricity distribution network servicing the town, with electricity fed from
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Although some people chose not to answer the census's question about religious affiliation, 50.8% had no religion, 37.6% were
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terminates at the junction of the two state highways. Blenheim is notable for a town of its size in that it does not have
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The area is also home to the first serious clash of arms between Māori and the British settlers after the signing of the
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McLintock, Alexander Hare; Brian Newton Davis, M. A.; Taonga, New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage Te Manatu.
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is a state-integrated Christian composite (Year 1–13) school in Redwoodtown. It has a roll of approximately 331.
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The highest recorded temperature is 37.8 °C, recorded on 7 February 1973. The lowest is −8.8 °C.
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Marlborough airshow. With a large emphasis on aircraft of World War One, it has been held since 2001.
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Blenheim is served by a variety of print publications. The major daily newspaper serving the area is
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is a state-integrated Catholic full primary (Years 1–8) school. It has a roll of approximately 180.
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is a twice-weekly free newspaper distributed each Wednesday and Friday while the locally owned
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are community newspapers published by the same company and distributed throughout Marlborough.
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is a state contributing primary (Year 1–6) primary school. It has a roll of approximately 358.
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is a state contributing primary (Year 1–6) primary school. It has a roll of approximately 157.
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airshow (based mainly on World War I and II aircraft) is held biennially at Easter.
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Blenheim from the heaviest of rains that hit the western part of the South Island.
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employed full-time, 3,258 (14.7%) were part-time, and 570 (2.6%) were unemployed.
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The percentage of people born overseas was 18.3, compared with 27.1% nationally.
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1930 and 1937 to supplement the supply from Waihopai. The town was connected to
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food industry in Marlborough are enjoyed by both locals and visitors alike.
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has long attracted people to the region, as holiday-makers or as permanent
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Although the early history of Marlborough was closely associated with the
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is now New Zealand's largest, and receives worldwide recognition for its
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is published every Tuesday and delivered to every home in the region.
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Climate data for Blenheim (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1932–present)
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rainfall is a little more than 700mm, with 81.5 precipitation days.
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activities and the relaxed lifestyle and the flourishing wine and
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The Marlborough Region has a wide range of predominantly outdoor
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An encyclopaedia of New Zealand, edited by A. H. McLintock, 1966
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or cultural heritage significance or value'") historic place by
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is a state contributing primary (Year 1–6) primary school in
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published by Fairfax NZ, with its headquarters in Blenheim.
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There are currently 11 schools in the Blenheim urban area:
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The sheltered coastal bays of Marlborough supported a small
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Other primary schools are in the surrounding localities of
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The town's economy is based on agricultural services, with
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The climate is generally very settled, largely due to the
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Individual statistical areas in Blenheim (2018 census)
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A major rail freight facility is north of Blenheim at
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is a state contributing primary (Year 1–6) school in
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The settlement was originally known to Europeans as
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