Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Date: 1905 -
Description: People leaving after the official opening of the Breakwater jetty and wharf at Stanley, Tasmania. The steamship 'Kawatiri' is moored at the wharf. The breakwater cost $40,000 to build and was completed in January 1905. The breakwater was built to protect the new and old wharves from the easterly winds. Format: Pictorial and artistic works Object: photographs Titles: Locals leaving after the opening of Breakwater jetty at Stanley, Tasmania Subjects: wharves; openings (events); steamships People/Orgs: Kawatiri (Vessel) Places: Stanley, Tasmania Institution: Circular Head Heritage Centre Object number: CHH_00094 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Circular Head Heritage Centre. For any questions about the content please contact them. |