A toxic algae warning sign at Lake Waihola : Toxic algae signs annoy Waihola residents

Lake Waihola Cafe & Bar owner Kevin Reid plays with his dog Tess despite the warning signs about a possible toxic algae in the lake that could kill dogs. : Toxic algae signs annoy Waihola residents

Lake Waihola Holiday Park manager Mary-Jo Nardone says many holiday-makers cancelled their Christmas bookings because of a toxic algae warning. : Toxic algae signs annoy Waihola residents

Bert Russell, of Waihola, catches a perch in the lake. Photos by Craig Baxter. : Toxic algae signs annoy Waihola residents