'Rotting stinking' algal bloom returns to Northland beach
17 Feb, 2021 05:00 PM
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Camp Waipu Cove manager Anton Trist said the algae was a nuisance but hasn't caused any major problems. Photo / supplied
Camp Waipu Cove manager Anton Trist said the algae was a nuisance but hasn't caused any major problems. Photo / supplied
Jenny Ling is the Northern Advocate's feature writer and news reporterjenny.ling@nzme.co.nznorthernadvocat
The stinking rotting algal bloom that's plagued a Northland east coast beach for many years has returned this summer, prompting some businesses to call for solutions.
Large algal blooms regularly wash up on Waipū Cove,