Monthly Archives: March 2011

Landmark Pedestrian Bridge Opens in San Diego

Posted on March 30, 2011 by

A 100 year vision is realised with the construction of 170m long pedestrian bridge uniting two important districts of San Diego. The bridge is not only safe, functional and an important piece of local infrastructure, but it adds to the … Continue reading →

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Pedestrian Bridge opens in South Africa

Posted on March 24, 2011 by

The New Age newspaper in South Africa reports the opening of a pedestrian bridge to provide make life easier and safer in the township of Mkhuhlu. If they can do it in South Africa…. 23 March 2011 Thokozani Mtshali The … Continue reading →

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Jefferson City Make Safe Pedestrian Crossing a Reality

Posted on March 18, 2011 by

As reported previously on this site, in a close parallel to the Victoria Bridge campaign, Jefferson City Missouri residents called for a safe crossing of the Missouri River. Their safe crossing is now a reality. If they can do it … Continue reading →

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RTA Chief Executive proposes ‘Cyclists Dismount’ signs to fix problem!

Posted on March 12, 2011 by

RTA Chief Excutive, Michael Bushby, responded to Joe Grassi on behalf of the Minister for Roads regarding pedestrian and cyclist safety concerns on the Victoria Bridge. His proposed solution is for cyclists to dismount and walk their bikes across the narrow footpath. This is … Continue reading →

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Mayor Kevin Crameri joins Eric Roozendaal on Wall of Shame and Inaction

Posted on March 3, 2011 by

See the Wall of Shame and Inaction here

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Penrith’s Victoria Bridge: kids imagine a safer walkway

Posted on March 3, 2011 by

Penrith Star has kicked off a competition for design ideas for a safe pedestrian and cycle crossing of the Nepean River at Victoria Bridge. It’s hoped that the public might provide the creativity and vision so lacking from our  political leaders. … Continue reading →

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Providence Pedestrian Bridge will connect, vitalize, and re-imagine

Posted on March 3, 2011 by

Providence Pedestrian Bridge will connect, vitalize, and re-imagine | Applied Science nFORM’s design for a multi-purpose pedestrian bridge replaces what used to be the main artery bridge for interstate 195. A new more efficient I-195 bridge has since been constructed … Continue reading →

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