It’s Tumut 3 Power Station’s 50th birthday and to mark the occasion, Snowy Hydro is celebrating with a community open day on Saturday 5 November!
We have a wide range of activities, tours and information sessions planned onsite at Tumut 3 (T3) in Talbingo, so register now – it’s easy, just visit our website and complete the online form.
Acting Snowy Hydro CEO Roger Whitby said the iconic white penstocks of T3 were known throughout Australia and a visit to the station would provide the public with an insight into Snowy Hydro’s operations.
“We are delighted to welcome the community to an open day at T3, which is the largest power station in the Snowy Scheme and the first and biggest pumped-hydro facility in Australia,” Mr Whitby said.
“We’re celebrating the station’s 50th birthday, which underlines the longevity and critical nature of the Snowy Scheme hydro generation and storage assets.
“We understand visiting T3 would be a major highlight for many people so we’re asking that everyone who intends to come along on Saturday 5 November registers online.
“They will be contacted with important information prior to the event.”
Once you have registered for the Tumut 3 Power Station 50th celebration and open day, please plan your trip, as parking for private vehicles will be limited. There will also be bus transport available, with coaches departing from Tumut and Cooma on the day.
Open day highlights:
- Tours of Tumut 3 Power Station
- Bus tours to Talbingo Reservoir and the top of Tumut 3 penstocks.
- Fun and educational activities hosted by the Snowy Hydro Next Generation education program.
- Local vendors will provide food and coffee throughout the festivities.
- A range of activities and entertainment are also planned for the celebrations.
Keep checking the official event web page, which will be progressively updated with information and stay tuned to Snowy Hydro’s social media channels.