This building was constructed in 1964. It was part of the Wainuiomata Waterworks that supplied Wellington city with water. Water for Wellington is now drawn elsewhere and many such buildings are no longer in use. The waterworks still supplies around a fifth of Wellington’s water however.
The walls tell stories of the history of the Wainuiomata waterworks. The waterworks has two dams, one decommissioned and...
Ōrongorongo Station is a large and historic rural property located near the southern end of Coast Road in Wainuiomata,...
A windless day in Wainuiomata with both western and eastern hills trapping low cloud and mist inside the valley.
A concrete hut located along a once accessible track above Reservoir Road near the car park, is now concealed...
Looking into Catchpool Valley from the Orongorongo Track in Wainuiomata, where the route passes through the valley.
Hine Road in Wainuiomata, with Harry Todd Recreation Reserve visible in the background to the right. Behind it to...
Looking at the southern end of the Coast Road in Wainuiomata as you head to the south coast. It’s...
View of the Wainuiomata River in Reservoir Valley, downstream from the weirs that divert water for Wellington’s supply.
