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Waingongoro River at Taumata Park

Eltham, Taranaki, New Zealand

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The Waingongoro is a ring plain river that drains an extensively developed agricultural catchment. This seasonal swimming spot is located behind Taumata Park, in Eltham.

For all sites, the Council advises:

Avoid for three days after heavy rain, if the river is high, or if you cannot see the bottom clearly.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

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