Former Central Otago Mayor Tim Cadogan is now the Taumata Arowai local government engagement specialist. Photo: Julie AsherA former mayor-turned water specialist has offered some humorous advice on dealing with complaints - just ask people how much contamination they're comfortable with. On Wednesday, water regulator Taumata Arowai specialist Tim Cadogan dialled in from Wellington to share safety insights with Southland district councillors. The former Central Otago mayor's presentation was upbeat but also included some sobering details, such as results from recent testing showing 43 E coli notifications around the country. Cadogan served as Central Otago mayor from 2016 to 2024 before stepping aside to take up the role of local government engagement specialist at Taumata Arowai.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 12, 2026 19:47 UTC