As most of you are aware, the Port Underwood Road is prone to slips and downed trees often closing the road temporarily. Recently it has been closed for several weeks.  We did notify all members that we had a current email addresses for to advise of this road closure.  The following will help you to find out the current road status.

If you have access to a computer check     www.marlborough.govt.nz

A section containing a link to road alerts is located on the right hand side of the home page.  This gives information on local road closures as well as links to national highways.

If no access to a computer the following phone numbers might be useful:

Marlborough roads (9:00Am to 5PM Monday-Friday except holidays) 0800 627 573 or 03 520 8330 Blenheim

Marlborough Council (24 hours 7 days a week including holidays) 03 520 7400

HEBS Contracting (9:00Am-5:00PM Monday-Friday) 03 579 4253 Blenheim.  This is the company that Marlborough Council has contracted to clear the slips and trees.

National Highways  (24 HOURS 7 DAYS) 0800 444449