This hidden site in Wainuiomata is believed to have housed a power generator used during the construction of the...
Wainuiomata: Photos
Photos of Wainuiomata sorted chronologically by date.
Documenting Wainuiomata with an ever growing collection of photos. This includes locations such as the town centre, suburbs, landscapes, coastline, rivers, and reserves.
Photo articles are dated by the age of the main photo or the main subject rather than when the article was written. This places the photos in a timeline. Some photos date back to the 1800s. We either have permission to show these old photos or they have no copyright. Modern photos on the site were taken by David Johnson unless otherwise specified.
Feel free to ask a question in the comments below about any photo displayed in this website.
This old log arch cart lies hidden in the bush of Reservoir Valley, serving as a historical relic of...
Reservoir Road, a private route for waterworks and council staff, doubles as the Lower Dam Walk on the Gums...
View from a car park and grass field in Wainuiomata's water catchment area, looking toward Morton Dam in the...
The ranger's office in Wainuiomata Regional Park was originally constructed to accommodate waterworks staff.
A view of the wetland area and the historic dam in Wainuiomata. This wetland was formerly the reservoir for...
At the lowest level of the old dam spillway, large metal spikes are visible jutting out of the water....
Sledge Track Pool also known as Discreet Pool and Hidden Pool is a natural swimming hole in the Wainuiomata...
Majestic trees dominate the landscapes of Wainuiomata's forest parks, such as Remutaka Forest Park and Wainuiomata Regional Park.
A view of Richard Prouse Park and the Wainuiomata AFC clubrooms, with Hine Road also visible. You can also...
The Gawler Reservoir has a capacity of 3.9 million litres, while the larger Konini Reservoir holds 5.1 million litres.
View of Sunny Grove, Hine Road, and Hine Road Recreation Area as seen from a ridge in Wainuiomata Scenic...
From a ridge above Moores Valley Road, looking westward, you can spot Moohan Street, Bryan Heath Park, Fitzherbert Road,...
A view of the Wainuiomata Stream joining the Wainuiomata River. The stream notably boosts the river's flow.
Explore the history of Whitcher Grove, once home to the Sinclair family, known for their mill operation and stately...
Maintenance Road, an unsealed road originally provided access to the old pipeline that once distributed water from the dam.
View of Richard Prouse Park on the western side of the Wainuiomata River with a water pipe just visible...
Cliff Pool, also known as Black Pool, is located at Richard Prouse Park, where the Wainuiomata River splits the...
Hair Street branches off Moores Valley Road near The Village. Despite its proximity to shops, the street feels secluded.
Pylons near the top of Wainuiomata Hill show the location of the ECNZ Power Pylon Track where you can...
WAINUIOMATA MUSEUM
Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.