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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 22, 1940
Page
3
A lengthy and garbled report discusses the Burdekin bridge site, noting expert opinions and official statements about suitability and potential construction challenges. The text mentions government officials, engineers, and local authorities weighing the pros and cons of the chosen location amid broader regional development concerns.
A fragmented long article outlines the proposed Bordekin River bridge and the impact of its failure on North Queensland transport, defence, and education. It stresses isolation risks, military use, and the need for a quick bridge solution to connect towns and schools to Townsville and beyond.
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