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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.
Contact us
Get in touch with our friendly customer services team over the phone, online or social media.
General
Have your say on Otago’s public transport
24 Mar 2025
Our draft Regional Public Transport Plan aims to create the public transport people want to use – and use more often. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the focus areas.
Events
Free intensive winter grazing workshops
3 March 2025
Register for a free intensive winter grazing workshop.
General
Extra councillor for Dunstan
3 April 2025
Changes confirmed as we head into 2025 local body elections.
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.
Partnership with Kāi Tahu
Our partnership with Kāi Tahu aims to build a strong and lasting relationships.
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
Find out why Rabbits are the pest of the month.
