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Tararua Forest Park
Waiohine Gorge road and
Walls Whare swingbridge closed

? Vehicle access past the first picnic area/abseil site to Walls Whare swingbridge and the bridge itself will be closed from 30 April 2007 for about nine weeks. This is to allow for the construction of a new suspension bridge across the Waiohine Gorge.
? The existing swingbridge will be closed to the public during construction of the new bridge.
? People can still walk to the camping ground and on into the forest park by crossing the Waiohine River. Parties are advised to take care when crossing the river as it can be dangerous if water levels are high.
? Parties should plan their trips so they do not require exiting the park at this site until the new bridge is built, as if the river becomes impassable they will have to retrace their steps.

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