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Draft Cemeteries Management Plan Consultation

Marlborough District Council is consulting on a draft plan that brings together its current cemetery policies and practices, including a proposal to revoke the Exclusive Right of Burial Policy.

Closing date
16 October 2026

Closes in 23 days

Added to Civics
18 September 2026
Source category
Local government
Last checked
23 September 2026

Plain-English summary

Marlborough District Council is consulting on a draft plan that brings together its current cemetery policies and practices, including a proposal to revoke the Exclusive Right of Burial Policy.

Read the official consultation material for the detailed proposal, supporting documents and submission method.

Why it matters

The Plan explains what people can expect when using Council cemeteries.

The Plan would incorporate direction currently in the Exclusive Right of Burial Policy.

Who may care

  • People using Council cemeteries
  • People with exclusive rights of burial

How to make a submission

  1. Read the official consultation material.
  2. Submit feedback through the official consultation page before the closing date.

Disclaimer

Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.