Cockatoo Island Power House & Pump House, Industrial heritage building in Sydney Harbour, Australia
The Power House and Pump House structure combines Federation Romanesque architecture with rounded arches, English bond brickwork, and detailed sandstone elements throughout its construction.
Built in 1918, this facility replaced an 1884 pump house and became the largest direct current generating plant in Australia, supporting the Commonwealth Dockyard operations.
The structure contains an extensive collection of original electrical and hydropower equipment that demonstrates the industrial and technological progress of early 20th century Australia.
Visitors reach the Power House by taking a ferry from Circular Quay to Cockatoo Island, where guided tours explain the engineering and industrial features.
The Power House chimney, with its ornate detailing and square base, stands as a distinguishing element in the Sydney Harbour landscape.
GPS coordinates: -33.84830,151.16950
Latest update: March 31, 2025 16:11
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