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Pipes, being transported by rail for the construction of the Mangahao electric power scheme. After being delayed by the first world war construction began in late 1919 and the station opened in November 1924. The Managahao Scheme provides hydroelectric power and is situated near the town of Shannon. It serves Wellington, Horowhenua, Taranaki, Hawkes Bay, and the Wairarapa.

Identification

Object type
Image
Relation
Public Photograph Collection Mgh 38
Date
December 24, 1923
Digitisation ID
2011P_Mgh38_005837
Held In
Coolstore

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