Untreated, unscreened wastewater is being discharged into Tarakena Bay. Check LAWA.org.nz before visiting beaches.
Until further notice, Health New Zealand advises against swimming, surfing or kayaking in the area from Ōwhiro Bay to Breaker Bay.
Public health officials strongly advise against gathering shellfish or kaimoana from the south coast area from Ōwhiro Bay to Breaker Bay.
