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  1. The Otago Regional Council manages regional assets, including Port Otago, while the central government pushes for ORC mergers and function takeovers.

Waitaki District participated in a local government reform forum on May 26, 2026, concerning potential changes affecting the Otago Regional Council.

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Waitaki District participated in a local government reform forum on May 26, 2026, concerning potential changes affecting the Otago Regional Council.

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Waitaki DistrictOtago Regional Council

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  1. The council must increase public bus capacity in Queenstown, and a policy review has been ordered regarding the long-term plan.Sub-event
  2. Waitaki District and Timaru are discussing the viability of forming a new unitary authority centered around the Waitaki River.Sub-event
  3. Waitaki District Council is considering amalgamation with Otago counterparts.1 source
  4. Waitaki District approved a 22% rates rise ahead of a meeting.Sub-event
  5. Government announced pathways for local government reform in Otago on May 26, 2026.Sub-event
  6. Waitaki District participated in a local government reform forum regarding the ORC.1 source

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