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Kiewa Valley Historical Society
4 Photos framed - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme 1940s
... 4 Photos framed - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme 1940s... and are of Bogong in the 1940s when the Kiewa Hydro electric Scheme... framed - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme 1940s 1. Tent camp ...These 4 black and white photos are very clear and are of Bogong in the 1940s when the Kiewa Hydro electric Scheme was being constructed. Bogong was the first construction site. Bogong was a township and construction site for the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme built by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria. These photos in the early 1940s (during WW2) tell the story of fire, flood and living conditions with the inference of transport being horses in 1940 compared with its development in 1944.1. Tent camp at the 'Junction', Bogong 1940 2. Junction Dam September 1940: floodwaters over coffer dam 3. 'Reservoir' Camp with Bogong Stables in foreground, 1940 4. Junction Dam and Bogong village in August 1944 Each photo has string attached on the back with tape - for hangingSticker on the back of each photo: 'Framing/ Colour Magic / Shop 7, Lismore Central / Carrington Street, Lismore / Phone (02) 6621 3289'bogong township 1940, junction dam 1944, reservoir camp 1940, bogong stables 1940, tent camp at bogong -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Plan - Kiewa Scheme General Plan 1958, S.E.C.V. Design & Construction Dept. Civil Branch, Dec. 1958
... kiewa hydro electric scheme...The Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme was constructed...Large topography map of the area covered by the Kiewa Hydro... by the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in 1958. Mountain peaks are marked ...The Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme was constructed by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria. Draftsmen drew up the plan of the layout as per the instructions from the engineers. The plan was drawn up on a transparency sheet and paper prints run off on a 'dyeline' copier. The 'Chief draftsman' and 'Design engineer' and 'Civil engineers recommended it and approved it. Historic: This plan gives a time line for the work on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. It is a good example of the work of a draftsman and the copying process in 1958.Large topography map of the area covered by the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in 1958. Mountain peaks are marked in red and named. Rivers, roads, construction infrastructure as well as the main areas / names of construction are named. Signed and dated by employees of the S.E.C.V. working on the scheme.state electricity commission of victoria., kiewa hydro electric scheme, plan, engineer, draftsman -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Plans - Kiewa Works Area and Environs
... Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme Plans... the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme from the late 1940s to 1961... during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. 1... the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme from the late 1940s to 1961 ...State Electricity Commission of Victoria constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme from the late 1940s to 1961. These plans were used during the construction.Plans and Maps were used during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric SchemeTransparent with blue tinge plans/maps created by the SECV during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. 1. Kiewa Scheme No 5 Development Contour Plan of No 5 Pondage Area 2. Mt Beauty Township 3. Kiewa Scheme No 1 Development - McKay Creek Area, Construction Layout 4. Kiewa Works and Environs 5. North Eastern Victoria and Adjoining Snowy Mountains Regionsecv, kiewa hydro electric scheme plans -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photo Collection of William Hing
... Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme... on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in the 1960s.... originals of work on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in the 1960s ...KHES in the early 1960sWilliam Hing worked on the K.H.E.S. during the 1960s. His son, Kelvin was born at the old hospital in Tawonga in 1961.The family left Mt BEauty c1965.Black and White gloss photos printed from originals of work on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in the 1960s.kiewa hydro electric scheme, william hing -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Set of 6 framed photographs - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme
... Set of 6 framed photographs - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme... framed photographs - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme 1. No. 1 ...Official photo of KHES constructed by SECVOfficial photo of KHES in the Kiewa Valley1. No. 1 Pipeline - from Anchor 1 to Anchor 5. August 1955 2. Junction Dam - General View from Downstream - May 1943 3. No. 3 Power Station - Clover Flat Camp - February 1951 4. Clover Dam - October 1954 5. View from Downstream of Junction Dam - July 1943 6. Upper Kiewa Valley Road 3 to 4 Mile - Mt Arthur in Background - July 1954 khes, secv -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Fire Fighting, Official S.E.C.V. photos
... Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Fire Fighting... - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Fire Fighting Official S.E.C.V ...Fire Fighting -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Phasmatidae, Official S.E.C.V. photos
... Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Phasmatidae... - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Phasmatidae Official S.E.C.V ...Phasmatidae are stick insects -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photo - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Soil Conservation, Official S.E.C.V. photos
... Photo - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Soil Conservation... - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Soil Conservation Official S.E.C.V ...Soil Conservation used on banks of the Racelines on the Bogong High Plains near Falls Creek. -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Dartmouth, Official S.E.C.V. photos
... Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Dartmouth ... - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Dartmouth Official S.E.C.V. photos ...Dartmouth Dam was built on the Mitta Mitta River in the 1970s. It is the highest dam in Australia (2022). It is the largest storage in Victoria (2022). It was built primarly for irrigation and urban use. The power station has the largest hydro-electric generator in Victoria (2022). -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme, Official S.E.C.V. photos
... Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme... - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme Official S.E.C.V. photos ... -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Mt Beauty, Official S.E.C.V. photos
... Photos - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Mt Beauty... - Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme - Mt Beauty Official S.E.C.V. photos ...The Mt Beauty Golf Course was a tourist attraction during the warmer months. The SECV Gate controlled entry to the KHES only allowing permitted workers. -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photos - Junction Dam Spillway, Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme
... Photos - Junction Dam Spillway, Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme ... - Junction Dam Spillway, Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme 2 black ...2 black and white small photos titled - A. 'Bogong Village, Kiewa Hydro Electric Project' and B. 'Junction Dam & Spillway, Lake Guy, Bogong, Kiewa Hydro Electric Project' -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photos - S.E.C. Work on Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme
... Photos - S.E.C. Work on Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme... - S.E.C. Work on Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme ...B & W photos - x2 of Homans and x1 of Sawmill with titles in white on the bottom left hand corner. And one other photo of a building in snowHowmans Dam; Howmans Gap; Saw Mill -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Map - Kiewa Area Planimetric Map
... Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme 1966... to the High Plains covering the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme... clear map showing the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in two ...Planimetric maps are two-dimensional representations of the Earth's surface, showing the location and spatial arrangement of features such as roads, buildings, and bodies of water.A very clear map showing the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in two dimensions to include the construction done by the SECV.Black and white Map of the Kiewa Area from Mt Beauty to the High Plains covering the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme and surrounds. Drawn on 11th May 1966kiewa hydro electric scheme 1966 -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Envelopes - S.E.C.V
... secv. kiewa hydro electric scheme. stationary.... Electric Scheme. The S.E.C.V. constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric... Electric Scheme. The S.E.C.V. constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric ...The S.E.C.V. used these envelopes on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. The S.E.C.V. constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme from the late 1940's.These envelopes were used by the S.E.C.V. during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.A bundle of unused S.E.C.V. beige envelopes. Grouped in 6s and stacked. Wrapped in brown paper.Front of envelope: "Name, etc. Voucher No. Amount Payable / State Electricity Commission of Victoria / 552-150 RI" Back of envelope; "Send in that Suggestion Now!"secv. kiewa hydro electric scheme. stationary. -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Booklet - The Kiewa Project, The Kiewa Project by Adrian Rufenacht
... Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme...The Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme was constructed by the SECV...The Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme was constructed by the SECV ...The Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme was constructed by the SECVBooklet of 40 pages typed on both sides and including 4 maps at the back. It has a black plastic spiral spine and black back cover. Title on the front followed by 'Evolution of Layout and Design, Personalities / Of Early Days and Future Possibilities' followed by the authorkiewa hydro electric scheme, adrian rufenacht -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Leaflet - Victorian Hydro Electric Power Plants, Utilising The Energy of the Waters. May 1946
... including those on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.... is the title Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme with a photo of No. 3 Power... including those on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. The article ...The SECV established in 1921 built many Power Plants including those on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.The article explains the power plants built on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.White paper folded into 4 panels with the cover including the SECV emblem and the titles .(3 copies). When unfolded the section beside the cover is a graph titled Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme / Cross section of General Layout On the inside panel 3 is the title Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme with a photo of No. 3 Power Stationpower plants, no. 3 power station kiewa scheme -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Booklet - Max Lawrence, Max Lawrence - Sue Field interviewed Max for this story
... Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme...Max Lawrence worked as a surveyor on the Kiewa Hydro... Electric Scheme Max Lawrence Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme Surveyor ...Max Lawrence worked as a surveyor on the Kiewa Hydro Electric SchemeBooklet of 4 pages with Max's photo on the front and with a black plastic spine and black back cover.max lawrence, kiewa hydro electric scheme, surveyor -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Book - Telephone Directory of the Kiewa Area, State Electricity Commission of Victoria -Telephone Directory - Kiewa Area
... Telephone Directory Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme... of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme during the 1950s to early 1960s... during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme during ...The State Electricity Commission produced a Telephone directory for each of its construction sites during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme during the 1950s to early 1960s. The telephones were linked via the Switchboard. The booklet includes instructions for operating.The SECV constructed the KHES during the 1950s. It included construction sites on the Bogong High Plains and the townships of Bogong and Mt Beauty. It also connected the Scheme with the outside world and was operated through the switchboard which was located in Mt Beauty. This booklet also gives names of staff and some workmen - their occupation and their whereabouts of work at the time. Cardboard cover with pages inside bound by metal clasp. Pages divided with tabbed headings:- Bogong, Mt Beauty, West Kiewa, McKay Creek Howmans, Rocky Valley Langford's Gaptelephone directory kiewa hydro electric scheme, kiewa hydro electric scheme telephones -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Book - S.E.C.V, Nilsen Switch Gear and Motor Control Equipment, 1963
... kiewa hydro electric scheme. secv. nilsen...Electrical workers working on the Kiewa Hydro Electric... workers working on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme used equipment ...Electrical workers working on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme used equipment advertised in this book.The Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme was built from the late 1940s by the State Electricity Commission of VictoriaSmall red, aqua and white cardboard covered book held together by 2 staples with 112 pages. It includes black and white photos of equipment.Trade Price List / Effective 1st May, 1963kiewa hydro electric scheme. secv. nilsen. switchboard.electricity. -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Journals - S.E.C.V. 1936-1956, 1936 - 1956
... electric scheme. kiewa valley. bogong. mt beauty. dams. power...S.E.C.V. Journals covering the period of the Kiewa Hydro... of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. Each journal is about 33 pages ...The State Electricity Commission of Victoria published a journal every second month for all its workers throughout Victoria. Each 'project' reported their news, giving an update on work, sport, technical achievements, social gatherings, personal notices etc. The S.E.C. Journal included a regular section for the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme titled "Kiewa Keynotes" giving an insight into life & an update on the work on the project and the reporting of new clubs, services etc. being formed. It also reported on many of the people living there. Eg. Feb.-Mar. 1955 Cover "Packhorses get supply to Kiewa's survey outposts - Pg. 2. S.E.C.V. Journals covering the period of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. Each journal is about 33 pages with a soft card board or glossy paper cover. The earlier journals were plain with one colour and white , the later ones had a photo on the front. The journals were identified by Vol. & No. and months and year. state electricity commission of victoria. kiewa hydro electric scheme. kiewa valley. bogong. mt beauty. dams. power stations. -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Badge -State Electricity of Victoria, Official Guide Badge
... ; kiewa hydro electric scheme... led tours of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.... Commission of Victoria for use within the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme ...This is a badge which was worn by the official guides who led tours of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.This badge was issued by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria for use within the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.Circular Metal disc with a large safety pin attached at the top of the back.In black print: State Electricity Commission/ SECV logo (in red) / Official Guide/ of Victoriastate electricity commission of victoria; guides; tours; kiewa hydro electric scheme -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Photos - Mt Beauty and Surrounds, March 1960
... kiewa hydro electric scheme... taken on a tour of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in March 1960... kiewa hydro electric scheme bogong SECV ...Photos of the Kiewa Hydro Scheme and townships as they were in March 1960Pictorial record of the Hydro Electric Scheme in the 1960's when it was operated by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria (SECV). With the privatisation of the SECV in the 1990's the scheme passed to Southern Hydro and was then acquired by ALG Energy in 2005.4 black and white photographs of the Kiewa Valley area taken on a tour of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme in March 1960 1. Mt Beauty township taken from the Mt Beauty Chalet 2. Mt Bogong, taken from Tawonga Gap 3. McKay portal pipeline 4. Bogong townshipmt beauty, kiewa hydro electric scheme, bogong, secv -
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Photo - McKay Creek Table Tennis Club
... Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme...During the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme... as a construction town for the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme and is now ...During the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme the employees socialised by joining clubs such as the table tennis club.McKay Creek was the site of a power station where the employees lived in the camp while working there. Table tennis entertained them during their leisure time. This activity is of historic and social significance and can be compared with activities of today especially as Mt Beauty was built as a construction town for the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme and is now a small town with the added influence of tourism. McKay Creek was part of the construction with a work force living there.Large Black and white photo of the McKay Creek Table Tennis Club including 18 men and 1 boy.ID on the back and "AM Collection"mckay creek power station, table tennis club, kiewa hydro electric scheme -
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Booklet - SEC x2, 1. Victoria's Kiewa Valley 2. Victoria's Upper Kiewa Valley, No. 2 is dated October 1978
... state electricity commission of victoria; kiewa hydro... the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme and was keen to promote tourism... and Animal life of Bogong and the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme ...The State Electricity Commission of Victoria built the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme and was keen to promote tourism in the area. The booklet includes Facilities, Falls Creek Ski Resort, the Kiewa Works Area, the Three Floras of Bogong, the Geology of the Kiewa area, the Bird and Animal life of Bogong and the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. The colored photos and the map on the back appeal to the reader/tourist.The SECV promoted tourism in the Kiewa Valley especially the area of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. This booklet is attractive and informative with a lot of detail. This proved to be the early stages of tourism in the area in what is now a very popular tourist destination and the main industry for the Upper Kiewa Valley.Blue cover with photo of Falls Creek at night. Title in black print at the centre top under which is an insert photo of a blue wren and SEC logo in white towards the top far right. Back cover is light green with a tourist map of the area. The text is complimented with brightly colored photos throughout.state electricity commission of victoria; kiewa hydro electric scheme; tourism; bogong; flora; fauna; geology; -
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Sign - SECV, Safety - Grinding Wheels
... kiewa hydro electric scheme... of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.... of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. KHES was constructed from the late ...The State Electricity Commission of Victoria produced and displayed safety signs for their employees during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.KHES was constructed from the late 1940s to early 1960s and included the construction of Mt Beauty and Bogong townships. Safety was a concern for the SECV towards its workers. Metal black print on white background with yellow 'emphasis' at the top - 'Safety'. "Instructions for the use of / Grinding Wheels". There is a circular hole in each corner with a black frame around the perimeter.state electricity commission of victoria, kiewa hydro electric scheme, safety sign, grinding wheels -
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Payroll Office Machine - S.E.C.V
... state electricity commission of victoria. kiewa hydro... of Victoria on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme by office workers who... of Victoria on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme by office workers who ...This machine was used by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme by office workers who worked in the payroll office.The State Electricity Commission of Victoria used the latest technology available for office equipment on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. This machine was used in the payroll office.Black metal table with machine on top. Electric motor with belt drive to machine which is situated under the rear left side of the table. Safety metal mesh protects the leather belt and is at the rear of the table. The operator faces the machine which has a tray on the left and is divided longitudinally into two and holds new shiny metal plates on each side. There is a brown bakelite wheel on the left and two printing wheels inside a myriad of moving parts that enable the metal plates to be embossed with payroll information i.e. "Gang No. etc. / Names / Pay No. / Rate type. This has to be checked out each time / Date"ULQ 11 10"state electricity commission of victoria. kiewa hydro electric scheme. payroll office. office work. payroll machine. office equipment -
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Photo - Ron White
... Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme... Hydro Electric Scheme. Details : See KVHS 1281 and KVHS 1282... and KVHS 1282 Ron White Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme Hydro ...Ron White (1920 - 2019) worked for the SECV on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. Details : See KVHS 1281 and KVHS 1282See KVHS 1281 and KVHS 1282Large black and white photo of Ron Whiteron white, kiewa hydro electric scheme, hydro superintendent -
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Memoir - Adrian Rufenacht, The Kiewa Project
... of Victoria, retired 1967. Insight into the Kiewa Hydro Electric...40 pages stapled with 4 staples. The Kiewa Hydro Electric... staples. The Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme by Adrian Rufenacht ...Adrian Rufenacht, BCE (S.F.I.T. Zurich) MIE Aust. former Chief Civil Engineer of the State Electricity Commission of Victoria, retired 1967. Insight into the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.First hand knowledge of the history of the Kewa Hydro Electric Scheme.40 pages stapled with 4 staples. The Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme by Adrian Rufenacht, former civil engineer of SECV. Includes maps.On the front page - handwritten: 'To Ron / in memory of happy / and interesting times. / Adrianadrian rufenacht, khes, kiewa project, construction, secv -
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Photo - Foundations of Clover Power Station
... kiewa hydro electric scheme... Hydro Electric Scheme.... to be constructed. clover power station kiewa hydro electric scheme ...Clover Power Station was being constructed on 9th June 1942 by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria as part of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme.Clover Power Station is situated near the Bogong Township and was the first power station in the KHES to be constructed.Green filtered photo with title ( black on white) underneath framed with green cardboard.clover power station, kiewa hydro electric scheme