The 1953 flood in Rangiotu was one of the worst in history, in the area. As seen, the floodwaters have almost reached the wires of the power lines.

Creator:      J Moore
Place:          Manawatu
Date:          February 1953

This photograph shows the Staples Motor Workshop after the floodwaters had begun to abate. the 1953 flooding of the Manawatu and Oroua Rivers was one of the worst on record for the area.

Creator:      J Moore
Place:          Manawatu
Date:          February 1953