The Spill

Hydro Tasmania made a splash at Agfest Field Days 2024, with the debut of our new interactive power station experience, ‘the Water to Wire Power Station’. Nestled in on the corner of Mainstreet and Ninth Avenue, this interactive power station promised an electrifying experience for attendees of all ages.  

Developed in collaboration with Tassie companies Soda Projects and Before Creative, the Water to Wire Power station featured four engaging tasks to educate and entertain our visitors. From the hands-on challenge of maintaining a generator, to the strategic management of delivering Tasmania's energy, each task offered a unique insight into the world of our teams.

"It's an interactive power station that enables people to get a taste for what happens inside our stations, what keeps the lights running every day," said Jane, Community Engagement Advisor. 

But it wasn't just about learning – the games inside the station were a hit with both the young and the young at heart. Our visitors were eager to test their skills and see who could come out on top! 

Maintain the generator using the crane! 

Beyond the games, the station included some amazing pieces of hydro history. The original control panels from Lake Echo Power Station, dating back to the 1950s, were a centrepiece as you entered the power station. And behind them sits a miniature world, depicting the construction of our first hydropower station, Waddamana.

The Lake Echo Power Station control panels in their new mobile home  

Want to hear more about how the miniature Waddamana came to life? Read the story here.

And the fun didn't stop there! With a dedicated chill-out zone and additional family-friendly games in our marquee, there was something for the whole family. A big thank you to the almost 3000 people who joined us across the three days!  

"An amazing site for children to learn," said one visitor comment. "Excellent interactive display," said another.

Games for the whole family! 

Agfest represents more than just an opportunity to showcase our latest projects – it's a chance to connect with you! A lot of work went into our exhibit, and we thank the volunteers from across Hydro Tasmania that helped bring it to life.  

"We absolutely love being part of Agfest and big community events like this, it's a great opportunity to meet with Tasmanians... It's fantastic to spend the day out and about and having fun!" said Jane.

With Agfest wrapped for another year, we can’t wait to see what we get up to next. If you want to hear first, including future Power Station Open Days, follow our newsletter by clicking here!