Harbourmaster Notifications

A diving operation is taking place from vessel “IMOGEN 3” at Waitohi Wharf West. All Mariners are advised to navigate with caution. read on

Harbour Notice 14-2024

A reserved area is in place for a Marlborough Rowing Club event that is taking place between Wairau Rowing Club and Blenheim Rowing Club. The area is reserved from 7.00 am on Saturday 30 November to 4.30 pm on Sunday 1 December 2024.

Mariners are advised to navigate with caution.

Jake Oliver
Harbourmaster read on

Harbour Notice 12-2024

Pursuant to section 6.1 of the Marlborough Navigation Bylaw 2023, the CNZ boundary bearing 320°T from Scraggy Point light is hereby suspended.

A new CNZ inner boundary is in effect from position 41°13.069’ S 174° 17.999’ E, bearing 320°T to the opposing shore on Arapaoa Island.

The existing rules set out in section 4 of the Bylaw regarding the conduct… read on

A construction zone is in effect from Long Arm No.2 to Jetty B as per below:

​Construction work is taking place for the maintenance of the Picton wharves. This involves diving operations. Mariners are requested to contact Picton Harbour Radio on VHF. Channel 18 for updates and details.

Mariners are advised to navigate with caution.

Jake Oliver

Harbourmaster. read on

Download the new improved Android app here. Note - the old Android app will not automatically update, you will need to install the new app and delete the old app. read on

The Marlborough District Council has adopted the New Zealand Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code (the Code) and applies the principles described within the code to marine operations on the region’s waters.

The movement of vessels within the Marlborough Harbour is subject to control and direction by the Harbourmaster. The Direction sets a number of control measures that are applicable across… read on