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Find river flow and levels
Find the latest Otago river water flow and levels on our Environmental Data Portal.
Toxic algae warnings
Find the latest info about toxic algae, such as hot spots and the latest warnings.
Get on board with Orbus
Learn more about Dunedin and Queenstown public transport networks, including routes and times.
ORC rates
Learn how rates are used to fund important activities, what your rates are and how to get your rates emailed.
Report pollution
If you observe a pollution incident to water, air, or land in Otago, call our 24/7 Pollution Hotline.
Find a map
Find useful maps, such as for natural hazards, consents, plans and native planting.
Plans and policies
Find and learn more about the council's various plans, policies and strategies.
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Toxic algae warnings
Look out for toxic algae in rivers and lakes this summer. Find the latest warnings and hotspots.
News
ORC welcomes evaluation report; ‘work to be done’
28 January 2025
ORC has welcomed delivery of an independent performance evaluation report.
News
Applications opening for $1m+ ECO Fund grants
11 February 2025
Applications open on 1 March for our annual ECO Fund.
Learn more about ORC
Your councillors
Our 12 Otago Regional Councillors represent the region's four constituencies — Dunedin, Moeraki, Dunstan and Molyneux.
The ORC team
The ORC team includes scientists, analysts, biosecurity officers, catchment advisors and more — all working for Otago communities and the environment.
Open for feedback
Have your say on anything that's open for feedback or consultation, such as proposed ideas, plans, policies and strategies.
Projects in your area
We have projects happening across the Otago region. Find collaborative and community-driven projects in your area.
Pest of the month - Chilean Needle Grass
Find out why Chilean needle grass is pest of the month.
