Pukeatua Bridge crosses over the top of Wainuiomata Road. The bridge links pedestrian and cycling pathways along Lower Hutt’s eastern hills. It eliminates the temptation for people to cross the road amidst 80km/h traffic. The name of the bridge was decided upon by the Wainuiomata community. It means ‘Summit of the gods’.
Water is passed through turbine generators housed in a dedicated building. Inspections of the generator are conducted no more...
A view of the Wainuiomata River from the Main Road Bridge in Homedale. with deciduous trees in view, adding...
Looking at the Morton Dam spillway in action in the year 1924. Morton Dam was once the main source...
This area was deforested in the 1880s. This is what re-generated bush looks like some 140 years later. The...
Typical view of the hills in Reservoir Valley with a field of toetoe in the foreground. Wainuiomata River runs...
Mackay Cottage was built around 1912 for Morton Dam workers and was removed in 1980. During the war, Mackay...
This is the site of Hugh Sinclair's old homestead 'Moness' in Wainuiomata, as seen in 2023. Photo shows a newer home...
Looking at the Morton Dam spillway in action in the year 1924. Morton Dam was once the main source...
Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.
