Breakwater at Timaru, N.Z. – Photographed by W. Ferrier between 1865 and 1895, this albumen silver cabinet card showcases the early breakwater construction in Timaru. This work is out of copyright, with no restrictions on use. https://find.slv.vic.gov.au/permalink/61SLV_INST/1sev8ar/alma9917225733607636

The harbour’s first breakwater and No.1 wharf was built in stage from 1878 to 1887 to provide Timaru an enclosed harbour for shipping. 

Breakwater at Timaru, N.Z. – Photographed by W. Ferrier between 1865 and 1895, this albumen silver cabinet card captures the early development of Timaru’s breakwater. This work is out of copyright, with no restrictions on use. https://find.slv.vic.gov.au/permalink/61SLV_INST/1sev8ar/alma9917225713607636