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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04 Feb: It could be months before Wellingtonians are given the all-clear for swimming at southern coastal areas - where sewage is leaking

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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

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