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Submissions on ORC’s draft Annual Plan 2013-14 close Friday
Tuesday, 30 April 2013, 1:14 pm | Otago Regional Council
Time is running out for those who want to comment on the Otago Regional Council’s draft Annual Plan for 2013-14. Submissions close this Friday(May 3).The draft plan proposes a general rate increase of 5.34 percent, with the general rate take for ... More >>
ORC Takes Action On Stock Truck Effluent Spillage
Wednesday, 24 April 2013, 10:14 am | Otago Regional Council
ORC Takes Action On Stock Truck Effluent Spillage The Otago Regional Council (ORC) joint working party on stock truck effluent is urging dairy farmers, sharemilkers, and transport operators to lift their game during the next few weeks to help keep ... More >>
ORC reiterates preference for local approaches to freshwater
Thursday, 18 April 2013, 11:00 am | Otago Regional Council
MEDIA RELEASE 18 April 2013 ORC reiterates preference for local approaches to freshwater policy issues The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is concerned that proposed Government reforms of freshwater management policy will undercut efforts already underway in ... More >>
Regional council hosting Taieri flood protection meetings
Wednesday, 10 April 2013, 11:38 am | Otago Regional Council
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is hosting two public meetings to update Mosgiel and Taieri Plain residents about the Taieri flood protection and drainage schemes. More >>
Tight submission response times irk Otago councils
Friday, 5 April 2013, 9:40 am | Otago Regional Council
The Otago Mayoral Forum is concerned that timeframes for councils to make submissions on government proposals to change key legislation are becoming increasingly tight. More >>
ORC invites public comment on draft Annual Plan
Thursday, 4 April 2013, 9:34 am | Otago Regional Council
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is inviting the public to comment on the council’s draft Annual Plan for 2013-14. More >>
Alexandra/Clyde small lifestyle block holder seminar
Wednesday, 3 April 2013, 4:13 pm | Otago Regional Council
Owners of small rural blocks and horticulture units in the Alexandra/Clyde area will soon have a chance to add to their knowledge at a seminar hosted by the Otago Regional Council (ORC). More >>
ORC accepts hearing panel recommendations on water quality
Thursday, 28 March 2013, 12:33 pm | Otago Regional Council
MEDIA RELEASE March 28, 2013 ORC accepts hearing panel recommendations on water quality plan change The Otago Regional Council yesterday accepted its hearing panel’s recommendations for Plan Change 6A to the Otago Water Plan. The recommendations offer ... More >>
Farmers urged to reduce effluent pond levels
Monday, 25 March 2013, 11:51 am | Otago Regional Council
March 25, 2013 Farmers urged to reduce effluent pond levels The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is urging Otago dairy farmers to empty their effluent storage ponds. More >>
Second Tokomairiro community forum to focus on water quality
Monday, 11 March 2013, 10:55 am | Otago Regional Council
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is holding another public forum which aims to address issues and plan solutions related to waterway contamination in the Tokomairiro catchment. More >>
ORC awards new bus tenders
Friday, 8 March 2013, 12:01 pm | Otago Regional Council
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) has awarded tenders for replacement public transport service contracts for the Balaclava/Kenmure/ Helensburgh, Corstorphine / St Clair Park, and Palmerston routes, and the weekday evening, Sunday and public holiday services ... More >>
Local Government Commission supports ORC representation
Monday, 25 February 2013, 11:57 am | Otago Regional Council
The Local Government Commission has upheld the Otago Regional Council’s decision to increase the number of councillors from 11 to 12 by adding an additional member to the Dunstan constituency. More >>
Funding Tarras irrigation scheme included in Long Term Plan
Thursday, 21 February 2013, 11:09 am | Otago Regional Council
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) has voted to amend its 2012-22 Long Term Plan (LTP) to include a proposed investment in the Tarras irrigation scheme. More >>
Source of high bacteria levels in Kakanui River uncovered
Thursday, 14 February 2013, 5:25 pm | Otago Regional Council
Otago Regional Council staff have pinpointed the previously elusive source of bacterial contamination of a popular North Otago swimming hole. More >>
Regional Policy Statement review due to get under way
Tuesday, 12 February 2013, 11:48 am | Otago Regional Council
A review of a key regional planning document which sets the direction for the management of Otago’s natural and physical resources is due to start soon. More >>
Dry conditions prompt reminder of outdoor burning rules
Monday, 11 February 2013, 12:40 pm | Otago Regional Council
The Otago Regional Council is reminding Dunedin residents that carrying on outdoor burning in breach of the Otago Air Plan can render them liable for an instant fine and possible prosecution. More >>
Landslide Information To Be Part Of Natural Hazard Database
Monday, 4 February 2013, 3:21 pm | Otago Regional Council
MEDIA RELEASE February 4, 2013 Dunedin Landslide Information To Become Part Of Natural Hazards Database Up-to-date information on landslide hazards in the greater Dunedin area is to be added to the Otago Natural Hazards Database. More >>
ORC Committee Endorses New Dairying Accord
Thursday, 31 January 2013, 4:35 pm | Otago Regional Council
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) policy and submissions committee has recommended support for a new draft water accord in which the dairy industry reiterates its commitment to delivering better water quality for New Zealand. The Dairy Environment Leadership ... More >>
ORC Takes Prudent Approach To Lindsay Creek Flood Protection
Thursday, 31 January 2013, 3:41 pm | Otago Regional Council
ORC Takes Prudent Approach To Lindsay Creek Flood Protection Proposal The Otago Regional Council’s engineering and hazards committee has decided not to pursue a proposed flood protection project for Dunedin’s Lindsay Creek because the project ... More >>
Potentially Toxic Blue-Green Algae Reappears In Otago
Wednesday, 30 January 2013, 4:13 pm | Otago Regional Council
January 30, 2013 Potentially Toxic Blue-Green Algae Reappears In Otago The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is warning the public to avoid contact and keep their dogs away from Lake Waihola, south of Dunedin, after the reappearance of potentially toxic ... More >>
