Mr Higginson, C.E., who was selected by the committee of the Wellington City Council to inspect the Wainui-o-mata waterworks, has drawn up a lengthy report which will be discussed at the next meeting of the Council. It is understood that he considers the first estimate for repairing the works far above the mark.
Tags: Newspaper WaterworksDaily Telegraph 29 Mar 1887
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