The Orongorongo system collects water from the Orongorongo River, Big Huia, and Little Huia Streams, conveying it to the Wainuiomata treatment plant through a 5.6km pipeline and tunnel. The water pressure in the pipe is utilized to power a turbine, generating electricity for the plant. Any surplus electricity is distributed to the local power grid.
View of a section of Wainuiomata River that dissects Richard Prouse Park. The river is a popular place for...
The Sinclair Sawmill Hut in Moores Valley is visible in the background. This photograph was taken by Frederick James...
Hine Road, nestled in the heart of Homedale in Wainuiomata, extends from Main Road and culminates at Hine Road...
As dusk falls over Wainuiomata, the setting sun bathes the landscape in its warm, reddish hues, casting shadows across...
Aerial view of Homedale (circa 1945) showing some interesting features. Inc: old school buildings and Main Road Bridge.
In 1867, John McIlvride, the postmaster, is believed to have constructed the Wainui-O-Mata school masters house.
The Orongorongo Track entrance is quite elaborate compared to other walks. However, this entrance is also used for other...
Norman Willis, a land developer and owner, established a subdivision in Homedale, Wainuiomata in the late 1950s – 1960s.
