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Animal remains and trash have been found near a popular Whanganui beach spot.
Alarm bells were raised by resident Lynne Douglas over the weekend who discovered the mess.
"This is what local fishermen and visitors would have found today, in the two bays along the road between the fishing platforms and the North Mole," she said.
"There is also more pieces of concrete and ash from an old incinerator. It is not only unsightly, it is a health hazard and cost to the taxpayer for the removal.