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We’re putting together a strategy to maintain Otago’s unique biodiversity. We want to hear your thoughts on how Otago’s unique biodiversity is doing and what our focus for the future should be. 

Are the draft vision and outcomes ambitious enough? What do you think about how we plan to get there?

This draft strategy is the next step after our 2018 Biodiversity Strategy and 2019 Biosecurity Strategy. It includes a long-term vision for the region and shorter-term outcomes to aim for between now and 2040. It also contains ORC’s approach to supporting and strengthening the collective effort of mana whenua, communities, landowners, businesses central government and local councils. 

Its purpose is to set the course for us to deliver on our responsibilities and meet our community’s expectations to look after our unique biodiversity. The final strategy will guide our future work, but it won’t create new rules. 

Give your feedback below now.