An Otago scheme aimed to keep floodwaters at bay is under review as it prepares to face more pressure from climate change.
The Lower Taieri Flood Protection Scheme is a buffer for roughly 13,000 hectares, including the townships of Mosgiel, Outram, Momona, and the Dunedin Airport.
Some of the scheme dates back to 1870, but aging infrastructure is only part of the problem. Tess Brunton has more.
