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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.
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Find useful maps, such as for natural hazards, consents, plans and native planting.
Plans and policies
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General
Toxic algae warnings
Look out for toxic algae in rivers and lakes this summer. Find the latest warnings and hotspots.
News
Southern fires prompt outdoor burning warning
15 January 2025
We urge rural and peri-urban communities to plan burnoffs carefully.
News
Futureproofing Lake Whakatipu water level monitoring at Glenorchy
13 January 2025
Upgraded monitoring at Glenorchy boat ramp will improve water level data.
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.
Co-designing the new ORC website
Learn about the ORC website redesign project in collaboration with Kāi Tahu and Aukaha to incorporate Kāi Tahu values, narratives and reo Māori.
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 - African Feather Grass
Find out why African Feather Grass is pest of the month.
