What’s happening in the coastal areas you care about?  

What issues or opportunities are there?  

Give your thoughts on topics including natural hazards and climate change, biodiversity, water quality, recreational opportunities, public access and aquaculture. 

• Date: Tuesday, 21 July 2026
• Time: 3pm–6pm
• Location: Te Pou Ō Mata-Au | Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre, 6 Clyde St, Balclutha 

This is a drop-in session — you can come by anytime between 3 and 6pm. 

Our Policy team will be there, along with members of our Science and Natural Hazards teams, to answer your questions about coastal topics. 

Come and share what’s important to you when it comes to Otago’s coast. 

Can’t make it to the drop-in session? 

No worries. There will be an online session on Monday, 3 August, PLUS an online feedback form you can fill out (feedback closes 10 August).  

Find more info and other sessions around Otago at: orc.govt.nz/otagocoast