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Protecting our way of life

Protecting the environment and the people who live and work in it, for a better way of life.

What's happening

A review has determined fish oils are non-hazardous and no longer require oversight by the EPA.

Public submissions are now open on the Otago Regional Council’s proposed Water Permits Plan Change.

Changes have come into effect which allow us to provide greater support to local councils.

We’ve published our latest Statement of Performance Expectations.

Take a look at our Facebook page which provides information about the work we do and our Safer Homes programme.

Find out how to keep yourself, your whānau, our communities and environment safe around chemicals.

Take part in the decision making on an application that's open for public submission.

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