Southland District Council
Climate change and resilience
Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.
Climate change and resilience
Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.
Continue regional approach on emergency management policies and responses.
Continue to work with Regional Council, Ngāi Tahu, Gore District Council and Invercargill City Council on a regional approach.
Meet council legal obligations in relation to earthquake strengthening rules by providing advice to ratepayers who are impacted.
Continue regional approach on emergency management policies and responses.
Continue to work with Regional Council, Ngāi Tahu, Gore District Council and Invercargill City Council on a regional approach.
Meet council legal obligations in relation to earthquake strengthening rules by providing advice to ratepayers who are impacted.
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