Famous chimney stacks reduced to rubble in Liddell Power Station blast
The iconic chimney stacks of Liddell Power Station in New South Wales have been demolished. This event marks a significant change in the landscape of the Hunter Valley region. The power station's architecture, defined by these stacks, will now be a part of history.
- ▪The chimney stacks were a defining feature of Liddell Power Station.
- ▪Their demolition took place in May 2026.
- ▪This change alters the architectural landscape of the Hunter Valley.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 16:45:25 +1000 |
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