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NAME ON: Grafton bridge name submissions open

Click here to see official method for submitting your name for the new Grafton bridge

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01st Sept. 2020 7:09 AM

Thousands turned out for the first official walkover of the new Grafton Bridge on Sunday, 8th December, 2019.

VOTE: Jacaranda City, Big River or Dirrangun?

Three names have emerged as clear favourites in The Daily Examiner reader poll for the new Grafton bridge.

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31st Aug. 2020 12:08 PM

Dean Loadsman at the the new Grafton bridge opening on 12/12/19.

Who gets to decide name of new bridge?

ONLINE POLL: Transport for NSW reveals new Grafton Bridge naming process. Meanwhile vote for DEX’s submission choice.

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28th Aug. 2020 2:08 PM

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Could Grafton’s history keeper have its place on new bridge?

One resident suggests naming the new Grafton bridge after an entity that plays a major role in creating the local identity...

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21st Aug. 2020 10:08 AM

LET’S VOTE: Help us choose name for new Grafton bridge

WE’RE asking readers what they think is the most suitable name to put forward in a submission to Transport for NSW for the...

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20th Aug. 2020 12:08 AM

What do you think the new Grafton Bridge should be called?

Miracle? Cost-a-million? Ideas shared for new bridge name

We asked you what the new Grafton bridge should be called. Here are some of your suggestions...

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18th Aug. 2020 4:08 PM

So what should the new Grafton bridge be called?

WATCH: $240M Grafton bridge project officially complete

Aerial view of South Grafton roundabout which marks end of project that has transformed the river city.

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18th Aug. 2020 3:08 PM

The completed South Grafton roundabout marks the completion of the Grafton Bridge project.

CHRIS-CROSSING? New bridge needs a new name

It is Grafton’s newest icon, and you could help give it a name for its lifetime

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18th Aug. 2020 12:08 AM

There was a huge turnout for the Grafton Bridge official opening and public walkover on Sunday, 8th December, 2019.

Hats off for silver medal bridge hit

SOUTH Grafton Progress Association rolls out first donations from successful $40k fundraising project.

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14th May 2020 12:05 AM

South Grafton Progress Association secretary Robert Cook and president Robin Gipp present Karenessa Willis, Norelle McIntyre and Vicki Griffiths from the Oncology Unit at Grafton Hospital with a $2000 cheque for the wig library as a result of the New Grafton Bridge Medallion Charity fundraising.

Why the removal of risk-taking is hurting our kids

Free-range playing, and adventurous activity can have its risks but discouraging it can also have its own set of problems...

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02nd May 2020 7:05 AM

GETTING HIGH: Taking risks as a youngster was part and parcel of growing up, but not anymore.

Night closures for new bridge for finishing touches

New Grafton bridge to be closed for two nights this week

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30th March 2020 11:03 PM

Bridge user says jury out on congestions busting aspects

Self-confessed ‘bridge man’ Tony Gillett is impressed with the look of the new Grafton bridge, but unsure of its role.

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23rd Dec. 2019 9:12 AM

Bridge pioneer singles everyone out

Local identity pens open letter to those who got the $240m project over the line

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20th Dec. 2019 9:12 AM

Des Harvey holds up a Daily Examiner which quoted the Coalition committing to making a start on the new Grafton bridge if elected.

‘I am even getting tingles now just thinking about it’

Bridge-builders reflect after ‘surreal’ finish to ‘life changing’ project

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14th Dec. 2019 11:12 PM

DONE AND DUSTED: Aidan Thompson and Greg Nash out on the barge during construction of the new Grafton Bridge.

GALLERY: New Grafton bridge open for business

From ribbon cutting to lining up at traffic lights, we captured all the action

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14th Dec. 2019 3:12 PM

The new Grafton bridge opened to traffic on Thursday, 12th December, 2019.

GRAFTON BRIDGE: Duo there from the start

‘I could ring Bob Carr and say – have you got ten minutes next Tuesday?’

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13th Dec. 2019 3:12 PM

Ron Bell and Des Harvey enjoy the sight from the new Grafton Bridge during it's official opening.

First day feels: Was Grafton bridge smooth sailing for motorists?

MOTORISTS forced to shuffle across the old Grafton Bridge each morning and afternoon found themselves in a different...

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13th Dec. 2019 2:12 PM

Peak-hour traffic was flowing smoothly on the old bendy bridge, the first time in decades thanks to the new Grafton Bridge opening on Thursday.

BRAVE NEW WORLD: Traffic lights turned on

Car runs red light within minutes at official opening

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13th Dec. 2019 7:12 AM

NEW ERA: The first cars enjoy the magic of sitting at traffic lights.

TEST DRIVE: First impressions of Grafton’s modern new bridge

NOW that it’s open, we put the new bridge to the test to see whether it truly is the solution to Grafton’s traffic...

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13th Dec. 2019 6:12 AM

IT’S OPEN: First cars over the Grafton bridge

After a few false starts, the long awaited second crossing is open to traffic

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12th Dec. 2019 1:12 PM

The most important part of any bridge construction is completed – the ribbon cutting.

READY TO GO: Grafton Bridge to open to traffic

Find out how to get around as, after 87 years, our second bridge will finally open

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11th Dec. 2019 7:12 PM

Grafton Bridge: View from the top

Video courtesy of HJH Media

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10th Dec. 2019 6:12 AM

YOUR DAY ON THE BRIDGE: See how we came out to celebrate

It was a day of history, and many family groups got together to be part of the community day to walk across new Grafton...

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09th Dec. 2019 6:12 PM

Suellen Dean posted a photo of Ava reilly on the new bridge.

Grafton Bridge Walk I

Grafton residents accept invitation to walk new Grafton bridge

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09th Dec. 2019 9:12 AM

Jeff and Gaye Thompson showed their love of Elvis during the bridge walk with Jacob Thompson and daughter Imogen.

TIMELINE: Journey to new Grafton bridge

THE idea popped up around 1960, and after a long haul the long-awaited bridge will soon be open to traffic

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07th Dec. 2019 1:12 AM

Drone footage from the 2019 Bridge to Bridge at Grafton.

BRIDGE OPENING: Pedal to the medal

Newly minted memento arrives in the Valley

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03rd Dec. 2019 11:12 AM

Ian Roberts of the South Grafton Progress Association with the newly minted medal commemorating the opening of the new Grafton Bridge.

Want to walk Harwood bridge? Here’s what you must do

Registrations are open for rescheduled Harwood bridge walk, and you must pick your time to take part.

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19th Nov. 2019 9:11 AM

An aerial view of the new Harwood bridge

UPDATE: Changed conditions at South Grafton

Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions this weekend as part of the new Grafton bridge project.

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15th Nov. 2019 9:11 AM

Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions this weekend

Have your say on new Grafton bridge signage

CHECK out the extensive signage plans for the upgraded road network.

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01st Nov. 2019 10:11 AM

As part of the new Grafton bridge project, a proposed directional signage plan has been developed for the project. This plan is now on display for the public to view and provide feedback by Friday, November 8, 2019.

REVEALED: What's left to do on new Grafton bridge

Bridge getting closer to being opened as Transport NSW gives update on long-awaited project

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31st Oct. 2019 7:10 AM

Valley residents to get a piece of Grafton bridge history

Local group draws on experience of 1932 and heads to the mint

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04th Oct. 2019 8:10 AM

Ian Roberts, Robin Gipp, Melissa Hayes and Robert Cook of South Grafton Progress Association organised a medal to commemorate the new bridge.

Work begins on busy intersection

Delays expected as work begins as part of new Grafton bridge project

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16th Sept. 2019 9:09 AM

Roadworks at the corner of Dobie St and Villiers St Grafton.

UPDATE: Two-car collision on Grafton bridge

A DRIVER issued infringement for negligent driving following traffic chaos on Grafton Bridge

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05th Sept. 2019 8:09 AM

Two cars crashed on the Grafton bridge last night, leaving two injured.

EXCLUSIVE: Look at progress on highway's new roundabout

IT MAY look a twist of turns from the ground, but as you can from The Daily Examiner's exclusive overhead view - there's a...

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27th Aug. 2019 3:08 PM

The intersection of the Pacific Highway and Gwydir highway, with a roundabout construction as part of Grafton bridge project.

OUR SAY: Good bridge, but could be better

'Why wasn't the whole thing two lanes both ways from the get-go, rather than just leave the option to expand the bridge for...

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17th Aug. 2019 10:08 AM

ALMOST THERE: The final segment of the new Grafton bridge has been lifted into place signalling the final stages of its construction.

New bridge evokes old memories

Mayor Jim Simmons has a special family connection to the old Grafton bridge

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17th Aug. 2019 1:08 AM

REFLECTION: Clarence Valley Council mayor Jim Simmons takes a moment to take in his surrounds on top of the new Grafton bridge.

Roundabout upgrade major step in bridge development

MOTORISTS can expect significant changes to traffic conditions to impact peak hour traffic at busy roundabout in...

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12th Aug. 2019 12:08 AM

Changed traffic conditions will be in place to allow for works at the intersection of Pound and Villiers St as part of the new Grafton bridge development.

OUR SAY: Bridges can create wealth

'When placed correctly, bridges do much more than carry vehicles across rivers, ravines or other obstacles'

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10th Aug. 2019 10:08 AM

Aerial photograph of the construction of the new Grafton bridge taken on 24th July, 2019.

10 key projects to kickstart the Clarence

A look at the ten biggest projects to push the Valley forward

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10th Aug. 2019 12:08 AM

FUTURE OF HEALTH: An artist's impression of the private hospital planned for the corner of Arthur and Queens sts, Grafton.

Covering the Clarence for 160 years of milestones

Look back at some of the most significant moments DEX continues to report

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19th June 2019 10:06 AM

BACK IN TIME: The Jacaranda Festival in the 1950s.

Guide to Grafton's worst drivers

Are you one of these Top 10 offenders?

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18th June 2019 12:06 PM

Amazing footage of rail bridge coming down

If you didn't make it down in the rain, here's incredible photos and video of demolition work on rail bridge

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09th June 2019 7:06 AM

Images of the demolkition work on the Pound Street Rail Bridge.

WATCH: How rail bridge crane was built

If you're wondering how a new rail bridge will be lifted, here's how they built the crane made for the job

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09th June 2019 1:06 AM

The 720 tonne crane used to lift new Grafton rail bridge into position.

ONE SHOT: This is how to build a bridge in 3 days

THE entire North Coast rail line will shut down, giving workers one chance to install a new rail bridge.

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07th June 2019 6:06 AM

Senior project manager for the Grafton Bridge Greg Nash looks at the new rail bridge that will be installed over the long weekend.

TWO NATIONS: Identifying with land in birth, death

WHILE his birth certificate lists his place of birth as born in ambulance care, Dallas was told differently by his...

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29th May 2019 8:05 AM

BRIDGE BOND: Dallas Donnelly was born on the walkway on the western side of the Grafton Bridge in front of the second southernmost pylon more than 50 years ago.

BRIDGE UPDATE: Aerial view of bridge at halfway mark

With the new bridge now halfway complete across the river, take a fly around the massive structure

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28th May 2019 10:05 AM

The new Grafton bridge starts to take shape across the Clarence River.

Re-elected MP eyes finish line for major projects

Page MP Kevin Hogan looks towards the next the three years with plenty of opportunity to be cutting ribbons

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25th May 2019 1:05 AM

Member for Page Kevin Hogan at Zeebras in Casino talking about the Federal election.

Half a bridge, 50 years in the making

New Grafton bridge edges toward completion as we go back to autumn of 69'

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23rd May 2019 12:05 AM

PIECE BY PIECE: A segment of the new Grafton bridge is lowered into place.

All systems go - and stop - as Grafton turns on lights

Controversial addition to our roads gets the cautious okay from locals

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11th May 2019 12:05 AM

DEFINING MOMENT: The first set of traffic lights in the Clarence Valley are ready to go.

Special delivery takes the long way round

More girders have made the journey to the Grafton Bridge as construction continues

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04th May 2019 8:05 AM

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