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This photograph is one of a series made by Charles Wildbore showing the construction of the Mangahao hydro-electric power scheme in the Tararua ranges east of Shannon. This view shows the construction camp on the Mangahao River upstream from the lower Dam. The cookhouse and the men's hut are on the terrace on the left. The light suspension bridge is in the foreground and a multiple cable suspension bridge can be seen in the background.