Reefton Power Station, Power station in Reefton, New Zealand.
The electrical facility contains a turbine room with belt-driven generators powered by vertical turbines drawing water from the Inangahua River.
The Reefton Power Station, established in 1888, marked a milestone as the first public power supply system in New Zealand and the Southern Hemisphere.
The station stands as a testament to New Zealand's early industrial development, reflecting the determination of local residents to bring electrical power to their community.
Visitors can access the remaining structures through designated walking tracks, with new signage installed during recent restoration projects.
The facility operated on direct current until 1949, requiring a complete rewiring of the town when connecting to the alternating current national grid.
Location: Buller District
GPS coordinates: -42.12150,171.87000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 15:18
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