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ORC rates
Learn how rates are used to fund important activities, what your rates are and how to get your rates emailed.
Find river flow and levels
Find the latest Otago river water flow and levels on our Environmental Data Portal.
Get on board with Orbus
Learn more about Dunedin and Queenstown public transport networks, including routes and times.
Find a map
Find useful maps, such as for natural hazards, consents, plans and native planting.
Report pollution
If you observe a pollution incident to water, air, or land in Otago, call our 24/7 Pollution Hotline.
Contact us
Get in touch with our friendly customer services team over the phone, online or social media.
Report pests
Report any pest that is new or unfamiliar, something spreading or taking over, or a priority pest.
Plans and policies
Find and learn more about the council's various plans, policies and strategies.
News
Review consultation extended
9 Sept 2026
Flood protection and drainage rates review extended to 25 September
News
Wānaka and Hāwea air monitoring
10 September 2026
Results from an eight-week project are in for air quality across the basin.
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Otago’s climate future brought to life
27 August 2026
An interactive online resource is now available.
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 spiny broom is the pest of the month.
