We’re looking at the future of South Dunedin and how it might look in the face of increased risk of flooding and climate change.

There are many options to consider, but staying on our current path will likely lead to the worst outcome. We identified seven possible approaches to meet South Dunedin’s flooding challenges as part of the joint DCC-ORC South Dunedin Future programme.

There are two major reports that analyse the risks facing the low-lying South Dunedin area and the different options for responding to them. The reports are key building blocks for making a long-term climate adaptation plan. The reports include information on the costs and benefits of each option.

The futures are made up of a status quo option, and a further six options along a spectrum of ‘fight and flight’. They range from making changes to infrastructure and elevating land to keep the land dry, to making space for water with introduced wetlands, as well as relocation or retreating options.

Consultation is ongoing and we have some drop-in sessions and workshops this month. We encourage people to attend and contribute to the discussions.

Drop-in sessions:

Forbury Park
Friday 2 May | 10am-2pm
Saturday 3 May | 10am-2pm

St Kilda Bowling Club
Thursday 8 May | 2pm-8pm
Friday 9 May | 10am-2pm

Public workshops:

Forbury Park
Saturday 3 May | 10am-12pm

St Kilda Bowling Club
Thursday 8 May | 6pm-8pm

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