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Paddling near Masterton, Wellington

Masterton sits in the Wairarapa, flanked by the Ruamāhanga River running close to town and a network of Tararua-fed rivers spreading across the region. The area draws paddlers to moving water, from gentle scenic floats on the Waiohine River to grade 2–3 whitewater on Te Awa Kairangi / Hutt River. The local Wairarapa Paddlers club covers canoe polo and whitewater disciplines, reflecting a small but active paddling community.

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