Miners’ huts over Wakatipu

November 2017

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November 2017

A steep descent to Glenorchy on the Mt McIntosh Loop Track. Photo: Lauren Buchholz
Scheelite mining huts, Glenorchy Ranger: Jim Croawell, Queenstown In the early 20th century, hardy miners searching for the mineral scheelite lived high in the mountains above Glenorchy. They built basic shelters to protect them from the weather. It just so happens, those huts come with views of some of the most aesthetic landscape in the […]
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