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  • Why this status?

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    The science

    Water quality information

    LAWA provides the best available water quality information to help you decide where to swim. The water quality of swimming sites in the Wellington region is assessed using predictive models and water quality monitoring.

    Predicted risk status

    Current Enterococci statusPredicted water quality
    9:15 pm, 22 December

    The predicted risk status is updated hourly during the day so you can see the current water quality status for this site.

    Reminder

    Heavy rain flushes contaminants from urban and rural land into waterways and we advise you not to swim for 2 – 3 days after heavy or prolonged rain – even at sites that generally have good water quality. Check that the water is clean and clear before taking a dip.

    What do the icons mean?

    Suitable for swimming – The current prediction is that this site has a low health risk and is likely to meet national water quality guidelines for swimming.
    Caution advised – The current prediction is that this site has a low health risk, however the predicted risk is slightly elevated so there may be an increased risk of illness for young children and older people.
    Unsuitable for swimming – The current prediction is that this site has a high health risk and is unlikely to meet national water quality guidelines for swimming.
    Not available – Data temporarily unavailable.

    Summer season monitoring history

    The water quality monitoring results are shown in the graph(s) below. Here, you can see how often this site met swimming water quality guidelines at the time of sampling. The latest monitoring result may differ from the predicted water quality result, as the predictions take into account factors such as forecasted rainfall to provide an indication of current conditions.

    • Samples this season
    • Samples from last 5 years
    Enterococci sampling graph
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    Long-term grade information

    Long-term grade based on five years of data
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    What do the long-term grade icons mean?

    Excellent – Risk of illness is less than 1% from contact with the water during the summer bathing period.
    95th percentile of Enterococci / 100 mL is 0 - 40.
    Good – Risk of illness is less than 5% from contact with the water during the summer bathing period.
    95th percentile of Enterococci / 100 mL is 41 - 200.
    Fair – Risk of illness is between 5 and 10% from contact with the water during the summer bathing period.
    95th percentile of Enterococci / 100 mL is 201 - 500.
    Poor – Risk of illness is more than 10% from contact with the water during the summer bathing period.
    95th percentile of Enterococci / 100 mL is more than 500.
    Not available – There were not enough data to determine the long-term grade at this site.

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    See factsheets for more information.

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  • Patrolled

    Swim between the flags. Find out more.

    Swimmers

    Patrolled Beach

    Surf Life Saving New Zealand is protecting our community in the water. Do your part and be prepared, watch out for yourself and others, be aware of the dangers and know your limits. If in doubt, stay out.

    Patrols

    Lyall Bay is a patrolled beach. Stay safe - swim between the flags

  • What's at this site?

    Find out all recreational activities and facilities at this site

    Activities & facilities

    Site suitable for these activities and has these facilities

    Our lakes, rivers, and beaches are great natural playgrounds but they can be unpredictable.  Be aware of other potential risks such as rips, strong currents, sudden drop offs, or underwater objects before jumping in.  LAWA recommends that you avoid swimming for 2 - 3 days after heavy rainfall and follow the advice of any warning signs in place.

    Activities

    Swimming
    Surfing
    Wind/Kite Surfing
    Canoeing/Kayaking
    Dog walking

    To find out when and where you can exercise your dog please refer to your local authority.

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    Fishing
    Check the rules
    Boating
    Walking

    Facilities

    Toilets
    Changing facilities
    Picnic area
    BBQ area
    Food and beverages nearby
    Playground nearby
    Car parking

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