Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Scoop InfoPages
This InfoPage in unregistered, if this is your news page register Otago Regional Council for InfoPages here.
Otago Regional Council - Latest News [Page 1]
Driver Sickness Disrupts QT And Dn Bus Services
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 4:36 pm | Otago Regional Council
Our team is working closely with the operators to ensure all cancelled services are updated as early as possible, to enable people to better plan their journeys. More >>
Have Your Say On Proposed Changes To Flood Protection And Drainage Rates
Monday, 10 August 2026, 2:31 pm | Otago Regional Council
The proposed changes are intended to strike a balance between fairness, transparency and making targeted rates for flood and drainage schemes easier to understand. More >>
Regional Pest Management Plan Review Early-Engagement Closes, Strong Interest In Pest Management Options
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 8:42 am | Otago Regional Council
Otago residents want stronger action on rabbits, feral cats, deer and invasive weeds, according to feedback gathered during Otago Regional Council's review of the Regional Pest Management Plan. More >>
$2m South Otago Riverworks Nears
Monday, 3 August 2026, 9:16 am | Otago Regional Council
The project was started in November last year and is due to be completed by mid-October. More >>
1933 Submissions On ORC’s Proposes, New Zone-Based Fare System
Thursday, 30 July 2026, 2:49 pm | Otago Regional Council
ORC’s General Manager Regional Planning and Transport, Anita Dawe thanked the public for their strong engagement with 1933 submissions: one of the largest public responses to a consultation. More >>
Proposed Wānaka-Upper Clutha Bus Service Moves A Step Closer
Thursday, 30 July 2026, 1:06 pm | Otago Regional Council
The Upper Clutha population has more than doubled since 2012 and is projected to exceed 38,000 residents by 2055. Despite this growth, the area currently has no public transport service, leaving most people reliant on private vehicles. More >>
Public Transport Satisfaction Remains High Across Otago
Thursday, 30 July 2026, 11:42 am | Otago Regional Council
The survey captured a diverse range of ages, with 18–24-year-olds the largest group represented, followed by those aged 65 and over. More >>
More Funding Partners Sought For Deep Lakes Project
Thursday, 30 July 2026, 11:18 am | Otago Regional Council
The proposal was requested by the June 2025 Science and Resilience Committee. More >>
Proposed Review Aims To Simplify Flood Protection And Drainage Rates
Friday, 24 July 2026, 9:05 am | Otago Regional Council
Flood protection costs would be shared based on the level of flood protection benefit a property receives, while drainage costs would be shared based on land area, land use and the relative demand different land uses place on the drainage network. More >>
Otago Regional Council Prepared For H5 Bird Flu To Arrive In Region: Council’s Planning Will Support A Regional Response
Monday, 20 July 2026, 1:26 pm | Otago Regional Council
The situation is being closely monitored by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and the Department of Conservation, with response actions stepped up in the Wellington and Wairarapa regions. More >>
Early Insights Emerge From Ōamaru Community Air Quality Project
Friday, 17 July 2026, 2:19 pm | Otago Regional Council
ORC partnered with The Air Quality Collective to deliver the community science project, which saw 23 households monitor air quality both inside and outside their homes between 18 May and 30 June. More >>
ORC Releases Updated Residential Earthworks Guide To Manage Otago Risk Factors
Tuesday, 14 July 2026, 9:18 am | Otago Regional Council
The second edition builds directly on the original guide launched in 2023, following the strengthening of residential earthworks rules in the Regional Plan: Water for Otago. More >>
Have Your Say On Public Transport Fare Changes
Monday, 13 July 2026, 11:47 am | Otago Regional Council
The Council is asking people to give their views on zones for the Dunedin and Queenstown bus networks, as well as their thoughts on bus and ferry fare caps and the possibility of removing the ability to use cash to pay for fares. More >>
Surf, Gather Kai, Or Just Love Long Walks On The Beach? ORC Wants To Hear From You
Monday, 13 July 2026, 8:44 am | Otago Regional Council
Everyone’s insights into coastal places and the issues that matter will help guide future decisions about how these areas are best managed. More >>
26 New Water Level Recording Stations Being Installed This Month - ORC
Thursday, 9 July 2026, 12:36 pm | Otago Regional Council
“The primary purpose is to improve resilience and operational effectiveness during flood events for Coastal Otago, Lower Taieri and Lower Clutha areas,” says ORC’s Team Leader Monitoring - Water Quantity Coastal Otago, Paul Hannah. More >>
Flooding And Snow Affect Otago Region
Monday, 6 July 2026, 12:42 pm | Otago Regional Council
Most rivers in the region have peaked, however rivers in North Otago could rise further throughout the day. Otago Regional Council staff continue to monitor all rivers. More >>
Red Warning For Coastal Dunedin And Clutha
Sunday, 5 July 2026, 4:34 pm | Otago Regional Council
The heaviest rainfalls are likely from late Sunday afternoon until early Monday morning when intensities of 10 to 15 mm per hour are possible. More >>
Otago Communities Cautioned To Be Aware Of Predicted ‘Significant El Niño’ Event
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 10:02 am | Otago Regional Council
Earth Sciences New Zealand is predicting a ‘Significant ElNiño’ weather system to develop later this year, which could be comparable to, or exceed, some of the strongest ElNiño events on record. More >>
ORC’s New Biodiversity Strategy Adopted With Support From Across Otago
Friday, 26 June 2026, 2:17 pm | Otago Regional Council
Portfolio lead Councillor Kate Wilson says, We have had good engagement from stakeholders across a broad range, from Federated Farmers to Forest & Bird. More >>
Otago Environmental Projects Set To Receive Nearly $920,000 Through The ECO Fund
Friday, 26 June 2026, 11:55 am | Otago Regional Council
Projects include biodiversity restoration, predator and rabbit control, wetland and catchment restoration, erosion management, weed removal, native planting, and environmental education. More >>
