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Snowy Hydro Information and Education Centre

Snowy Mountains HydroThe Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme is one of the engineering wonders of the modern world. With seven power stations, two of which are underground, 16 major dams and over 140 kilometres of transmountain tunnels it is a symbol of Australian endeavour at its best.

The Snowy Hydro Information and Education Centre is a state of the art visitor facility showcasesing the amazing story of the Snowy Mountains Scheme from the early construction days to the role the Scheme plays today in the development of Australia.

The Centre houses a comprehensive exhibition hall that includes photographic collection, modesl, exhibits and interactive displays. The Centre also has two theatres, a range of souvenirs and maps.

Tumut 3 Power Station near Talbingo - guided tours 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm.

Murray 1 Inflowmation Station located at Murray 1 Power Station on the Alpine Way near Khancoban. Developed around the theme water and the environment, the inflowmation station combines videos, computers, photos, movement, lights and water to explore the scheme's role in river management, irrigation and electricity generation.

There will be times during winter when adverse weather and road conditions will prevent
access to some major works.

Open Times

8.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday9.00am - 2.00pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays. Closed on Christmas Day and New Years Day

Facilities

Car park, Coach Parking, Access With Assistance for the Disabled, Interpretive Centre, Public Toilet, Shop, Tour Desk, Visitor Information Centre

Activities you can be involved in

Lessons/Tutorials, Self-Guided

Experiences you can enjoy

Educational Tourism, Historic/Heritage, Lakes/Rivers/Dams, Nature based, Science and Technology

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Street Address

Yulin Avenue
Cooma
New South Wales
2630

Contact

Web: www.snowyhydro.com.au
Phone: 026453 2004

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