Tuesday 7 May 2024Media release2 minutes to read
Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora has lifted its algal bloom health warning issued for the South Bank Tributary of the Waiau River above Waiau Bridge.
Recent cyanobacteria surveys of the South Bank Tributary of the Waiau River above Waiau Bridge has shown the cover of potentially toxic algae (benthic cyanobacteria) in the river has reduced and is now below levels that are of concern to public health.
Dr Cheryl Brunton, Medical Officer of Health for the National Public Health Service, says Environment Canterbury’s monitoring of South Bank Tributary of the Waiau River above Waiau Bridge has now ceased and will resume next summer when there is increased likelihood of cyanobacteria growth.
Facts about cyanobacteria:
For further details visit: https://www.lawa.org.nz/explore-data/canterbury-region/
Or contact Te Mana Ora | Community and Public Health on (03) 364 1777:
https://www.cph.co.nz/your-health/recreational-water/
For more information about Mahinga Kai:
https://www.cph.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/saf0112.pdf
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Page last updated: 7 May 2024
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