He pārongo atu anōWorkman's Hut - Mangahao Electric Power Scheme

Description

A closeup shot of a workman's hut at Arapete Camp. The hut is partially made of a tent with a wooden door and a tin lined chimney. The Mangahao Power Station provides hydroelectric power and is situated near the town of Shannon. It serves Wellington, Horowhenua, Taranaki, Hawkes Bay, and the Wairarapa. After being delayed by the first world war construction began in late 1919 and the station opened in November 1924.

Tautuhi

Momo rauemi

Image

Pākanga

Public Photograph Collection Mgh 25

Date

circa 1920

Tautuhi matihiko

2011P_Mgh25_005849

Momo rauemi

B&W print