Australia's Convict-Built Bridges

I love bridges, always have. Here are some of Australia's oldest, and most beautiful. And yes, constructed by convicts.

Wiseman's Ferry, Sydney, NSW, Australia
The Thomas James Bridge. Built in 1830 (by No. 25 Road Party, under the supervision of Percy Simpson), it is one of 8 surviving bridges on the Great North Road (of an original 22); and the oldest bridge still in use on the Australian mainland.
Australia bridge Hawkesbury River NSW Percy Simpson Thomas James Bridge Wisemans Ferry
Glenbrook, Blue Mountains, Sydney, NSW, Australia
The oldest stone bridge on the Australian mainland, Lennox Bridge (aka The Horseshoe Bridge) over Laptsone Creek, Blue Mountains, Sydney. Opened in 1833.
Australia Blue Mountains David Lennox Glenbrook Lapstone Hill Lennox Bridge Mitchell's Pass NSW Sydney bridge
Lansdowne, Sydney, NSW, Australia
The Lansdowne Bridge over Prospect Creek, designed by David Lennox. Opened 26 Jan 1836.
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Parramatta, NSW, Australia
The mural tells the story of the school known as the 'Native Institution' (1814-1822), an early attempt to force Aboriginal children to conform to a British way of life. The bridge in the background is the Lennox Bridge, built 1836-1839.
Australia bridge Church St David Lennox heritage NSW Parramatta Parramatta River sign Sydney

Scott Bird Heritage Photography