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High levels of bacteria detected in the Pātea River

Recent water quality test results show that the Pātea River has high levels of bacteria present in the water and it's not safe for you or your pets to enter the water. Check before you swim, stay up to date with our public notice here...

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High levels of bacteria detected in Pātea River

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Environmental Health

Friday 15 November 2024

High levels of harmful bacteria have recently been detected in the Pātea River, King Edward Park and it's not currently safe for people or animals to enter the water.

Signage advising people of the risk will remain in place and we'll continue to update this post with new information when we receive the next round of water quality testing results.

Patea River at the Scout Den with text saying "unsuitable for swimming"

Visit Taranaki Regional Council's TRC.govt.nz/Can-I-Swim-Here page for the latest water quality testing results.

Previous updates

Monday 11 November 2024

Recent water quality test results show that the Pātea River at the Scout Den is not suitable for swimming

Harmful bacteria can sometimes be detected in the Pātea River, affecting recreational swimming holes running through King Edward Park.

When this happens, water contact may be harmful to humans and animals. Signage advising people of the risk will be erected at the river - but it's important to always check whether you can swim before you take a dip. Please always check the Taranaki Regional Council (TRC) website to see the most up to date water quality testing and results.

We'll update this Public Notice with new updates when we receive them.

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