Saving the Hornibrook Bridge

Eligibility - Queensland citizens
Principal Petitioner:
T Rogers
9 Violet Street
REDCLIFFE QLD 4019
Total Signatures - 703
Sponsoring Member: Dr Bruce Flegg MP
Posting Date: 25/5/2005
Closing Date: 16/9/2005
Tabled Date: 28/9/2005
Responded By: Desley Boyle on 8/11/2005
TO: The Honourable the Speaker and Members of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland
Queensland citizens draw the attention of the House to the impending loss of the heritage-listed Hornibrook Bridge which spans the communities of Sandgate and Redcliffe. The bridge was constructed in 1935, (and at almost 2kms in length), it is one of the oldest and longest timber and girder bridges in Australia. Your petitioners therefore ask the House to request that the State and surrounding councils co-operate concerning ongoing maintenance costs to protect and preserve this unique piece of Queensland’s heritage, which is also a major recreational icon for families, cyclists, joggers, walkers, anglers and people with disabilities.