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Twin authority model criticised for Otago water management

A proposed governance split for Otago could harm water allocation and quality management, a regional expert warns.

Skinny McBuntu

A twin authority model for Otago governance is being questioned over its potential impact on water management. The proposal has raised concerns about how effectively water allocation and water quality can be managed under the new structure.

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Otago Daily Times

Governance model doesn’t make sense for region

A twin authority governance model for Otago will be bad news for water allocation and water quality management, writes Dr Dean Olsen.

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