Picton, Marlborough 作者： 来源： 发布时间：2021-03-26
I. Population and Area
-Total Area: 33.799 km²
-Population: 4,100
http://www.pictonmuseum-newzealand.com/
II. Natural Geography
-Climate
What is the best time of year to go to Picton in New Zealand
Here are some average weather facts we collected from our historical climate data:
During the month of January, February, March and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20 degrees Celsius (68°F) and 25 degrees Celsius (77°F).
The warmest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 23°C (73°F).
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 12°C (54°F).
May is the most wet month. This month should be avoided if you are not a big fan of rain.
January is the driest month.
https://weather-and-climate.com/average-monthly-Rainfall-Temperature-Sunshine,picton,New-Zealand
-Geography
Picton in Marlborough District (Marlborough) with it's 3,000 habitants is located in New Zealand about 40 mi (or 64 km) west of Wellington, the country's capital town.
Current time in Picton is now 02:10 PM (Wednesday). The local timezone is named Pacific / Auckland with an UTC offset of 12 hours. We know of 9 airports close to Picton, of which two are larger airports. The closest airport in New Zealand is Picton Aerodrome in a distance of 5 mi (or 8 km), South-West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).
If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.
While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Blenheim, Nelson, Wellington, Richmond and Palmerston North. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.
https://www.tripmondo.com/new-zealand/marlborough/marlborough-district/picton/
-Transportation
InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington
Take advantage of InterIslander daily ferry service from Picton to Wellington. Swap New Zealand’s South Island for the North Island, crossing Cook Strait to the capital city. The Picton-to-Wellington ferry departs one way, gliding over the serene waters of Queen Charlotte Sound on a 3-hour cruise that offers stunning views of both islands — the perfect entry to the colonial port city.
https://www.viator.com/tours/Picton/InterIslander-Ferry-Picton-to-Wellington/d4769-3308FERRYP
Come and experience the original Hop on Hop off Wine & Beer tour at the lowest price guaranteed. Experience the best of both worlds with a day of craft beer and wine tastings at some of Marlborough’s best-hidden breweries, wineries and eateries. Our knowledgeable drivers will ensure an enjoyable day out with fantastic commentary along the way to both educate and entertain. If you’re not a drinker then there is still plenty on offer with a fantastic range of other activities such as museums, bike tours, chocolate shop, and amazing food to be sampled. • Hop-on Hop-off Wine Tour in Marlborough • Get to some of Marlborough best wineries safely and with ease Hop-on at your hotel and Hop-off at the wineries of your choice • Great way to go wine tasting without a car or designated driver • Choice of a half-day afternoon or full-day ticket • Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
https://www.viator.com/tours/Picton/Hop-on-Hop-off-Wine-Tours-Marlborough/d4769-90434P5
Coastal Pacific Journey - Picton to Christchurch by Train
The Coastal Pacific is one of the ‘Great Journeys of New Zealand’—a scenic train route that runs between Picton and Christchurch on the South Island. On this tour, enjoy a hassle-free experience with prepaid tickets and soak up the scenery on the one-way railway journey. Along the way, listen to the audio commentary, order refreshments from the on-board café (own expense), and admire views of the Pacific Coast, Kaikoura, and Canterbury Plains. One-way train ride from Picton to Christchurch Spectacular views of Kaikoura and the Pacific Coast Panoramic windows and open-air viewing carriage On-board audio commentary ensures you don’t miss anything.
https://www.viator.com/tours/Picton/Coastal-Pacific-Picton-to-Christchurch-by-Train/d4769-59907P6
Travel by late model Mercedes Vans via SH1 and reach the Garden City of New Zealand, Christchurch in less than 8 hours (or in reverse order). Spend the day exploring wineries in Blenheim; visit the seal colony in Kaikoura with peninsula walkway. Meet your guide at the ferry terminal or your preferred location in Picton and enjoy New Zealand landscape, all whilst in the comfort and safety of your very own chauffeur driven vehicle.
III. Economy
A handful of Blenheim’s bruised and battered old lollipop meters are set for a swansong further south after being saved from the scrap heap.
The Marlborough District Council has managed to sell 21 of its coin-operated Duncan ‘lollipop’ meters to Ashburton, recycling the remaining 299 for free at a metal yard.
Ashburton District Council paid $3150 for the old meters, to replace damaged stock or use for parts.
Pay-by-plate meters have been gradually rolled out in Blenheim and Picton since June 2019, after old age and vandalism pushed Blenheim’s lollipop meters to breaking point.
IV. Industrial Characteristics
Today Picton is an attractive town of around 4000 people with employment based around servicing the port and processing products from throughout the Sounds as well as servicing the thousands of holiday makers who visit the Sounds each year. There have been proposals to shift the rail port to Clifford Bay 14km south east of Blenheim, which would place more emphasis on tourism, however with the government purchase of rail services from Toll, this may be less likely.
The Interislander and Straitsman shipping services provide freight and passenger links between the North and South Islands through Picton, and cruise ships visit over the summer months. The Interislander also has the capacity to carry rail wagons and links the Main Trunk Line between the North and South Island. The Trans Scenic passenger train service runs from Picton to Christchurch.
An old freezing works site at Shakespeare Bay has been converted into a second port for log export. Use of methyl bromide as a fumigant at the facility has caused a considerable amount of controversy.
Picton has a small shopping mall, Mariner's Mall, including a supermarket, banks and other retail outlets. A number of shops sell crafts and souvenirs targetted at the tourist market, and there are also a number of cafés and bars.
Visitor attractions include the Edward Fox, a wooden sailing vessel that has been preserved and is on display, an oceanarium, cinema, and mini-golf near the foreshore. Walkways in Victoria Domain and Esson's Valley provide an opportunity to enjoy native forest.
https://www.marlboroughonline.co.nz/marlborough/information/geography/towns-settlements/picton/
Key Projects:
Picton
WAITOHI PICTON FERRY PRECINCT REDEVELOPMENT
Providing great journeys & secure freight connections
KiwiRail is in the early stages of planning to replace the current fleet of three ferries with two new, large rail-enabled ferries from 2024. Our current ferries need to be replaced due to their age. We also need to accommodate future growth in passenger numbers and freight volumes.
Why new ferries?
KiwiRail is progressing plans to replace the current fleet of three ferries with two new, larger rail-enabled ferries from 2024. Our current ferries need to be replaced due to their age and we’re planning for future growth in passenger numbers and freight volumes.
This project represents a transformational investment in critical infrastructure that also provides an iconic New Zealand experience. This once-in-a-generation investment is expected to generate significant tourism, economic and environmental benefits for the whole of New Zealand.
Key project features
The key components of the project include procuring two new sister ships and upgrading both the Wellington and Waitohi Picton ferry terminals.
The new ships will be 220 metres long, compared to the current 180 metres. They will provide a maximum capacity of up to 45% more people and freight than the current fleet. While we won't require all this capacity immediately, it gives us room to grow and meet future demand.
About the new ships
The new ferries will be bigger, cleaner and more modern than the current ferries. The sister ships will be fitted out with modern propulsion technology that will improve maneuverability and reduce wake.
Cleaner, more efficient engines will contribute to KiwiRail’s goal of reducing carbon emissions by 30% by 2030 and being carbon neutral by 2050. The Interislander currently comprises 40% of KiwiRail’s carbon emissions.
The new terminal design
Proposals to manage community impacts
Port
The new Interislander terminal building will service both rail and ferry passengers. We’re still working through the size requirements of the new terminal and are exploring both two and three storey options. The terminal will offer a modern customer experience with state-of-the-art check-in.
The new wharf will be 280 metres long, compared to the current wharves that are 160 metres and 186 metres long.
Other works include construction of a seawall and new jetties. The existing jetties will be demolished and we are exploring options for new jetties.
Rail corridor
Sections of the rail corridor may need to be widened and could encroach closer to some adjacent properties. In that event, we may put in place acoustic walls to reduce noise.
Roading
Bigger ships mean longer trains. A key option being considered is to build a bridge over the rail line at Dublin Street. This would allow road users to avoid wait times of up to 60 minutes when trains are coming on or off the ferries. An overbridge may require the closure of Market Street meaning some people would have to take alternative routes and their journeys could be up to one minute longer.
The other significant road transport change being explored is to close Broadway at the level crossing and create a cul-de-sac. This would improve safety at the complex intersection but increase journey times for some.
The diagram shows the proposed layout of the new terminal and changes to the rail corridor and roading network being considered to mitigate the impacts of the new ships.
Considering the land transport implications
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency with KiwiRail and Port Marlborough are jointly investigating the transport network adjacent to the port. The investigation will consider how introduction of the larger ships will affect the traffic and whether further improvements are needed.
Key considerations will be the access route to the port, walking and cycling impacts, safety, increased wait times at level crossings and other impacts on journey times.
The roading changes are subject to a joint transport investigation. We invite you to share your views on how you travel in this area, in case there is opportunity to improve other walking, cycling and road facilities.
https://pictonferryprecinct.co.nz/
Picton bypass
The NSW Government is investing $3 million for planning and investigations for a bypass of Picton town centre.
DEC 2018Planning progresses
Transport for NSW is progressing with planning for a proposed bypass of Picton.
Initial planning activities carried out since August 2018 include:
traffic surveys
preliminary environmental investigations
asking the community about their experiences travelling around the Picton area.
We thank those who took the time to submit comments, which can still be viewed online.
Key topics raised during this consultation included congestion and safety concerns on Victoria Bridge/ Prince Street and support and suggestions for a bypass of Picton.
The information provided will be considered as Roads and Maritime progresses with planning for a bypass of Picton.
For more information please see the December 2018 project update (PDF, 369Kb).
https://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/projects/picton-bypass/index.html
TOURISM PROJECT
KEY PROJECT DETAILS
Problem Definition
As an important tourist gateway to the South Island the Picton and Marlborough region has experienced huge visitor growth. The Marlborough District Council (MDC) was keen to ensure that its public toilet facilities better matched local community and visitor expectations. Grahame Smail from MDC "Our challenge was to increase public toilet capacity in Picton given it was going to receive nearly 50 cruise ship visits during the 2016-2017 season. With an estimated 100,000 passengers coming ashore we needed to be prepared".
A Key Project Deliverable was to provision the public toilet facilities quickly and with a high level of flexibility to minimise disruption to our valued cruise ship visitors and the community. These units had to be installed between ship visits which in most cases was just 1 or 2 days. Timing was important, Grahame continues, "Passengers from these mega-vessels did not wish to be inconvenienced by construction works or unsightly and inadequate temporary public facilities".
Options Considered
Portable Toilets - Styling is not aligned with the image demanded of a high profile tourist destination and are not adequately wheelchair accessible.
Traditional Concrete Block - Large construction footprint can cause unsightly and lengthy disruption. The building aesthetics also do not align with future thinking of modern and light design footprints that is more prevalent in the design of public spaces.
Prefabricated Intelligent Toilet - Prefabricated structures make commissioining efficient and fast and reduced the construction disruption. "We were able to re-deploy and existing unit and match the new buildings to create a seamless installation".
Solution
Exeloo Jupiter Model Public Toilet - The prefabricated design and intelligent "plug and play" technology met the brief for fast deployment and the contemporary design was sympathetic to the landscape vision and local environment.
Key Findings and Outcomes - Local Council
Relocatable building design meant toilets can be re-deployed as the region develops or site use changes over time. This underpins true whole of life asset management principles
Prefabricated design meant fast deployment in-between weekly cruise ship arrivals minimised visitor disruption
Demonstrated leadership in addressing a pressing community issue and visitor need
The Automobile Association member survey 2017 sited Picton visitor toilets as among the best in New Zealand
Key Findings and Outcomes - Resident Community
Received attractive, cutting edge public amenities that aligned closely with the local environment
Benefited from improved facilities they can be proud of that better meets their needs
Benefited from prudent use of public funds and asset re-deployment to extend public assets life and future proof for growth
Key Findings and Outcomes - Visitor Community
Gain access to better located, attractive, modern and hygienic public toilets
Were not inconvenienced during construction and re-deployment which improved their overall visitor experience
http://exeloo.com/projects/3/tourism-project-Picton/
V. Attractions
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Set anchor at Ship Cove, a sheltered bay of Queen Charlotte Sound where Captain James Cook landed in the late 1700s. During this half-day nature cruise in the Marlborough Sounds, enthusiastic marine biologists point out wildlife including New Zealand fur seals and several species of dolphins: Hector's, bottlenose and dusky. Spot rare seabirds and learn about the history between Cook and the Maori people of Aotearoa while you’re treated to refreshments on board. Half-day Marlborough Sounds nature cruise to Ship Cove Travel the length of Queen Charlotte Sound from Picton Keep an eye out for dolphins, fur seals and abundant seabirds Treat yourself to hot chocolate and cookies on board Small-group tour ensures a personalized experience.
The Picton Foreshore
You can spend time on the Picton Step and the War Memorial. It is a great picnic spot among the picturesque palm trees.
Queen Charlotte Track
The track is about 67kms and it connects the Anakiwa and the Ship Cove. To reach Anakiwa one crosses the lush green forest on their way while coming from the Ship Cove. The walk is 3.6 miles from the city centre.
Community Museum
The museum is basically dedicated to whaling. Artefacts of whaling and Perano Whaling Station displays are present at the museum. The early day artefacts of Picton are also present in the Museum.
Dolphin Watch Ecotours
Some marine biologists operate this Ecotour. These tours offer great thrills and attractions, like walks, wildlife cruises and even swimming with the dolphins. It is a paradise full of trees and plants, wildlife, history and experience waiting to be explored. It is 0.3 miles away from the city centre. The cruise operator of this site is a Qualmark Enviro-Gold certified cruise operator.
Marlborough Sounds
If you have time to explore more places, and to relax at the same time the best place to go is the Marlborough Sounds. It is a great place for kayaking, wine tasting, cruises and many more attractions.
Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre
Many artists from New Zealand display their works in this centre. Various mediums are used to showcase the works of artists in this centre. The centre is a huge place with artists-in-residence studio, indoor galleries, workshop places for regular classes and a sculpture trail among native bushes in over 11 acres. It is located a short drive away from the city centre. The major attraction during the day is a boat cruise on the Queen Charlotte Sound from Picton and also a walk on the Queen Charlotte Track. The site also provides a cafe and accommodation at the Wildlife Recovery Centre.
Waterways Boating Safaris
You can experience the thrill of driving a boat at the Waterway Boating Safaris. The safari is a tour along with a guide amongst the beautiful scenery. The landscape is full of coastal walks, native birds, mussel farms, marine life, native forests, farms and ferns and bays that are almost hidden.
Havelock
Havelock is a 45 minute drive from Picton. It is a very beautiful coastal village. Between the village Havelock and Linkwater lies one of the least populated and quietest of all sounds, the Mahau Sound.
https://www.travelblat.com/tourist-attractions-in-picton-new-zealand/
MARLBOROUGH’S WINE REGION
Marlborough is home to New Zealand’s largest wine region. Producing 77% of all New Zealand wines and a staggering 90% plus of New Zealand’s Sauvignon Blanc. This picturesque region has much to offer and is just 15 minutes from Picton by road.
Staying in Picton and travelling the short trip to Marlborough’s winelands, is a Win Win Win. Stay by the Ocean in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, see the varied landscapes of Marlborough on your way to the wine region and enjoy some of Marlborough’s many wineries all in one day. Perfect!
WAIKAWA MARAE
Just outside of Picton on the road to Waikawa Bay, you find Waikawa Marae. This stunning Marae with its beautifully carved meeting house is the perfect place to find out more about the Maori heritage of the area.
VI. History and Culture
When Europeans sailed up Queen Charlotte Sound for the first time they found an well established village at its head. This was known to the Maori as Te Wera a Waitohi, the burning of Waitohi, or simply Waitohi and had a population of around 200. Realising the value of the site for settlement The New Zealand Company sent Francis Bell to purchase the land from the Maori who agreed to move to Waikawa. In the next few years there seemed to be some doubt as to what the settlement should de called. Captain Steine had named it Horne Bay in 1832 but it was renamed Newton Bay in 1847. New Zealand Company officials suggested Cromwell and Beaconfield which were used briefly before Picton was finally adopted in honour of Sir Thomas Picton, the hero of Badajoz, one of the Duke of Wellington's generals in the Peninsula War. Sir Thomas died in the Battle of Waterloo.
By 1850 Picton was fully established and had begun servicing the antimony, copper and coal mines in the area as well as gold mining up the Pelorus valley. As the population and farming increased a number of processing units set up to service the town. Eventually the railway linking Picton to Blenheim and the rest of the country was built. This resulted in Picton becoming the main inter-island travel port.
Picton was made capital of the Marlborough province at about this time, leading to tense relations with Blenheim, not to be resolved until Blenheim was finally made capital. When it was realised that a more central location was required than Auckland for New Zealand's capital, again Picton was recommended, only to be abandoned in favour of Wellington.
https://www.marlboroughonline.co.nz/marlborough/information/geography/towns-settlements/picton/
CAPTAIN COOK’S SHIP COVE
Ship Cove is a New Zealand Icon Heritage site. The site was used by Captain James Cook in the 1770’s to anchor his ship the Endeavour for provisioning and repair. Cook spent more time at Ship Cove, than anywhere else on earth, other than his home town of Whitby in England. The cove is much the same today as it was in Cook’s time. For more historic information go to www.theprow.org.nz
MARITIME HERITAGE
Maori sailed into Waitohi Harbour now Picton in the 1500’s and settled on the foreshore. It was the beginning of more than 400 years of Maritime History in Picton.
Picton is steeped in maritime history. Captain Cook’s visits to Queen Charlotte Sound, early New Zealand port history, whaling history, the world’s discovery ship visits, Maori and European settler history to name a few, enrich this town with an historic and important past. Through the years, Picton has been a bustling port, a gold mining town, a fishing port and now a tourism destination.
The world’s oldest merchant ship, the Edwin Fox, sits in dry dock in Picton. Picton museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts including early Maori artifacts and is well worth a visit.
Originally establish as a settlement in the 1500’s by north island Maori, Picton now offers a beautiful introduction to the South Island of New Zealand. The Marlborough Sounds are not to be missed on your travel through New Zealand and don’t be fooled into thinking you have experienced the magic of the sounds from the ferry trip. This place is one in a million and your journey through the South Island begins here!
We hope you enjoy this site and find it informative and helpful. We look forward to welcoming you to Picton and the Marlborough region.
VII. Contact Information
Mayor John Leggett
Phone: +64 3 520 7400 (Council)
Phone: +64 3 577 8677 (home)
Mobile: +64 274 317 693
Email: mayor@marlborough.govt.nz
Deputy Mayor Nadine Taylor
Ward: Marlborough Sounds
Phone: +64 3 573 6151
Mobile: +64 27 223 4054
Email: nadine.taylor@marlborough.govt.nz
15 Seymour St
Blenheim 7201
Phone: +64 3 520 7400
Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz
https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/councillors