About the Otago Regional Council

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What we do

The Otago Regional Council exists to promote the sustainable development and enhancement of Otago's resources. We work to ensure that these unique resources are used in a way that preserves them for future generations.

As well as looking after the environment, we must take into account the people of Otago - their economic, cultural and social needs.
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Read about how our work fits in with that of Otago city and district councils

Structure

The Otago Regional Council employs over 100 people based around the region.
The main administrative centre is in Dunedin, with satellite offices in Queenstown and Alexandra and a depot in Balclutha.
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The Council consists of eleven councillors, elected for a term of 3 years.

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Council activities

The work of the Council is overseen by Chief Executive Graeme Martin and a team of directors. Activities are the responsibility of five directorates:

• Resource Management
• Policy and Resource Planning
• Environmental Engineering and Natural Hazards
• Environmental Information and Science
• Corporate Services 

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History

The Otago Regional Council was established in 1989 when many special purpose local bodies, including the Otago Catchment Board, Otago Regional Water Board and pest destruction boards, noxious plants authorities and united councils were amalgamated.

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