Duck Reach Launceston’s Electric Light, MARVELS OF THE CATARACT, is a tribute to those who made Launceston a pioneer in renewable energy and recognises the people and organisations working to preserve important and popular parts of Launceston and celebrates many significant events that have influenced the city and Northern Tasmania.
It is nearly 160 years since the iconic King’s Bridge was built across the mouth of the Cataract Gorge and 130 years since the Cataract Gorge Reserve walking track was completed. It is also 130 years since construction started on the Duck Reach Power Station.
Featuring more than 100 colour and black and white images.