Emergency services were called to a swimming hole in Karekare shortly after half past three.

A spokesperson says it's NOT at the popular Karekare Falls.

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Other Swimming News

17 Jan: A number of black - do not swim - flags have been issued for Auckland beaches

13 Jan: A sewer leak at a popular Christchurch swimming spot has been traced to bottles being flushed down toilets, blocking the septic system

04 Jan: Summer swimmers are urged to brush up on water safety, as the holiday drowning toll hits five

27 Dec: How can I get water out of my ear after swimming?

22 Dec: A call for New Zealanders to do the checks before hydrating or swimming this summer

16 Dec: Swimmer Lewis Clareburt has met the qualifying standard for next year's Commonwealth Games

15 Dec: A record-breaking swim for Lewis Clareburt in Australia

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