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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29 Feb: Sun Yang banned for eight years for breaking anti-doping rules

22 Feb: Swimmers making the most of the long hot conditions this summer are being urged to be aware of their surroundings

27 Jan: Yet another popular Canterbury swimming spot is closed to the public due to toxic algae

27 Jan: Two South Island cliff-divers were found dead over the weekend

31 Dec: A wastewater spill has closed a popular swimming spot on Lake Taupo

27 Dec: Canterbury swimmers are urged to beware - with toxic blue-green algae found in the Selwyn River

23 Dec: Cantabrians are being reminded to forgo swimming for 48 hours after heavy rainfall

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