This photograph is part of a collection relating to the Mangahao Electric Power Scheme and its construction. After being delayed by the first world war construction began in late 1919 and the station opened in November 1924. The Scheme which provides hydroelectric power is situated near the town of Shannon. It serves Wellington, Horowhenua, Taranaki, Hawkes Bay, and the Wairarapa.
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- 2011P_Mgh66_005901
- Title
- Construction of the Mangahao Electric Power Scheme
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- Coolstore
- Original held in
- Public Photograph Collection Mgh 66
- Date
- 1924~
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- Place
- Horowhenua Region
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