This summer scene on Lake Wakatipu at Kelvin Grove, Frankton Arm in the 1970s, features classic 70s speed boats, water skiers and beachgoers enjoying the sunshine.
Lake Wakatipu holds the title of Aotearoa New Zealand's longest lake, stretching over 80 kilometres. Its depth is equally impressive, reaching 380 metres below the surface, making it one of the country's largest lakes as well.
D. Nicholson captured this image for the National Publicity Studios. Established in 1945, the National Publicity Studios aimed to create a positive image of Aotearoa New Zealand by providing photographic, art, and display services to government departments.
Communicate New Zealand: AAQT 6539 A95708 R24803858. Photographer: D. Nicholson. Archives New Zealand Te Rua Mahara o te Kāwanatanga, Wellington.

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