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Swimmers urged to stay out of sewage ponds
30.06.05 1.00pm
Most people are keen to stay out of the pooh, but not some foolhardy Motueka
swimmers and kayakers.
Motueka Community Board is having to warn swimmers to stay out of its sewage
ponds.
Chairman Cliff Satherley said board members were "flabbergasted" at the
discovery.
"We couldn't believe it. It defies logic."
The ponds are fenced and locked but Tasman District Council staff reported
finding people kayaking, swimming and picnicking in the area, he said.
Mr Satherley said the ponds looked almost like a scenic area but the signs,
fencing and occasional smell should be enough to keep people away.
"You'd think common sense would prevail."
The council would erect more signs at the site.