We went to Logan River Parklands to take some photos of the newly renovated Red Bridge. It was built as a toll bridge in 1939 as part of the Pacific Highway to cross the Logan River on the way to the Gold Coast from Brisbane. It was decommissioned in 1986 and two new bridges were built one going south and one going north providing eight lanes of traffic. The Logan Council have paid 2.5 million to repair and renovate the bridge. It is now a part of a walking and cycle path through the parklands.
We were hoping to fly the drone and take some aerial shots but it was too windy.
That's me! I can't believe how small it was as part of the main highway to the coast. I can remember using it often in the 70's and 80's.
Love this tree and the person under it.
There are wetlands there too but were a bit dry now but did catch one bird looking for dinner.
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That's a cheerful bridge ! Looks so nice in red ! I have never seen a red one in my whole life !!
ReplyDeleteThose were nice memories to see the red bridge again, you can't miss it with that that bright red colour!
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ReplyDeleteI like the bright red bridge. It is great to use this bridge as a walkway now. Pretty views of the bridge, river and the Egret. Take care, enjoy your day!
I can recall the days when there were small bridges everywhere and they usually had character - especially those built in the UK in Victorian times. Many are still in use. Most are not really adequate for their purpose.
ReplyDeleteNice that they kept it such a bright color of red.
ReplyDeleteI love the tiny YOU and the tiny matching HUBBY... that red bridge is beautiful and I love the color.. a nice place to walk... when they built the 6 lanes of traffic Skyway bridge, they turned the old ones in to fishing piers. tore down the high parts and left the ones a fishing line will drop down the the water. i like it when they recycle everything
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely bridge and a bright pop of colour.
ReplyDeleteI like the look of the red bridge.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
It certainly is very red and great that it has been restored. I am thinking how small your old Victoria Bridge was for the traffic and trams it carried.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice looking bridge, so red
ReplyDeleteIt looks rather awesome painted red, sure does stand out.
ReplyDeleteHow fabulous the red bridge looks Diane, I'm not sure but I think this might be the only bright red bridge I've seen 😊 Amazing to see the amount of traffic on new bridge and compare with old bridge! The whole area around the river looks like a really nice family area.
ReplyDeleteThe Red Bridge is beautiful -- I'm glad it was saved. The park land looks very inviting.
ReplyDeleteThe red bridge is beautiful! I am so glad it is now part of a scenic walking trail.
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed day!
Wow, that color really makes it fun. Nice views for walking, too.
ReplyDeleteLove the red bridge! It is a photographers dream! Have a lovely weekend!
ReplyDeleteRivers and parks and marshlands...so hoping we can save them.
ReplyDeleteThis red is really red as red can be :-)
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Bernhard
I Love the red bridge! And the tree is beautiful
ReplyDeleteI Love the red bridge! And the tree is beautiful too
ReplyDeleteA lovely old bridge and with a new coat of paint it stands out beautifully against
ReplyDeletethe pretty landscape.
Love how the red pops against the pretty backdrop!
ReplyDeleteFabulous captures!
What A Wonderful Location - Good On You For Being Out And About - Be Well And Enjoy The Weekend
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My favorite color! This reminds be a bit of the yellow bridge in Sacramento, CA, which is a drawbridge and used by vehicles. I thought you were going to say that drones aren't allowed since it is so close to the other bridges. Enjoy your emerging spring!
ReplyDeleteAhh, the modern replacement can't compete with the old Red Bridge! So nice that it was given a second chance at life as a walking and cycle path through the parklands.
ReplyDeleteWhat an eye-catching bridge - glad they have repurposed it and it is still so smart.
ReplyDeleteThat was a great color to have the bridge repainted and it certainly makes a great photo opportunity. Bill looked rather dwarfed by the tree and you did on the bridge.
ReplyDeleteHow awesome that this bit of history hasn't been torn down in the name of progress! It's a gorgeous place.
ReplyDeleteHow great to see you at 'My Corner of the World' this week!! Thanks for linking.
It’s a striking bridge. I’m so glad they kept it open as part of a walking trail and a great park! That’s a handsome gentleman under that attractive tree )).... and it’s nice you got oI tires of each other without other people (especially nowadays when we have to think about social distancing everywhere).
ReplyDeleteI love the old iron bridges. There are still quite a few in use out in western NSW, none of them painted red though.
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat place to visit... I love it when communities renovate and save OLD things like that bridge..... And --by painting it RED, it will stand out (saying: Look at how special I am!!!!) for all to see and enjoy....
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Betsy
What a flash red bridge and a beautiful area with parks and I love that bird
ReplyDeleteOh, I love that Red color on the bridge and how wonderful to have a walking bridge.
ReplyDeleteAll the photos are great.
Sue
It's nice when decommissioned bridges like this one are left standing to be used for walking and bicycle use. I love its red color!
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