Hydro power stations open to celebrate centenary
Tasmanians have a rare opportunity to see the inner workings of some of the state's Hydro power stations this weekend, as the company celebrates its centenary.
Operating power stations were seldom opened for public access, for safety and operational reasons.
The manager of the centenary program, Lara van den Berg, said guided tours would be held at six working power stations this weekend.
They included Lake Margaret, near Queenstown, opened to coincide with the Queenstown Heritage and Arts festival, and the Paloona and Devils Gate stations tomorrow.
There would also be guided tours of Waddamana Power Station Museum, the Hydro's first power station, during the Back to Waddamana free family day on Sunday, October 26.
Ms van den Berg said 30 hydro power stations had been built over the past 100 years.
"If you’ve ever wondered what the inside of a hydropower station looks like, this is a rare opportunity to find out," she said.
"There's a wealth of history to explore in and around the power stations, but the guided tours by our knowledgeable staff will also provide insight into how Hydro Tasmania manages these large assets to ensure safe, reliable supply of renewable energy."
