Episode 2 of 2

Official Switch-On

When
1 February 1896
Where
Launceston
Part of
Duck Reach Power Station opens in Launceston, Tasmania

The hydroelectric power system was officially switched on in February 1896.

On 1 February 1896, the hydroelectric power system was officially switched on. The station remained in operation until 1955, providing power to Launceston.

Sources

  1. Duck Reach Power Station Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-10

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