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Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge

11 Sep 2017

The Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge is an impressive structure which crosses a ravine forged by the Kawarau River, near Gibbston in Central Otago. This important landmark was completed in late 1880, and is an exemplar of the contemporary regional vernacular type of bridge.

Taipo River Bridge Piers

6 Sep 2017

Supporting the bridge crossing the Taipo River on the West Coast, are concrete-filled cast-iron cylinder piers. They were first constructed in 1886, and later modified and incorporated into the current bridge, demonstrating a creative engineering design solution.

Rangitīkei River Bridge at Bulls

22 Nov 2019

The dramatic collapse of the Rangitīkei River Bridge at Bulls in 1973 led to a better understanding of scouring in New Zealand rivers and prompted new design rules.

Alexandra Bridge Piers and Towers

11 Sep 2017

Across the Clutha River at Alexandra are impressive masonry piers, towers, and abutments – the remnants of Alexandra Bridge. This important landmark was constructed between 1879 and 1882, and the former suspension bridge components have withstood the force of the South Island’s longest river for well over a century.

Callender-Hamilton truss bridges

11 Sep 2017

The Callender-Hamilton truss bridge was regarded as the most economical bridge of its time and was created by New Zealander Archibald Milne Hamilton (1898–1972).

Hamilton Rail Bridge

5 Sep 2017

Completed in 1964, Hamilton Rail Bridge, Waikato River, was constructed alongside its late 19th Century predecessor. It was a challenging project because of design parameters and construction restrictions.

Springvale Suspension Bridge

11 Sep 2017

Built between 1923 and 1925, the Springvale Suspension Bridge spans the Rangitikei River, near Inland Patea’s Springvale Station.

Christchurch Bridge Group Meeting - Bridge...

Canterbury

13 Apr 2026

Gain insight into how modern inspection practices and emerging standards are shaping the management of New Zealand’s bridge assets. This session brings together KiwiRail and WSP perspectives on inspection methodology, risk management, and whole-of-life asset performance for road and rail structures.

Skippers Canyon Suspension Bridge

11 Sep 2017

Constructed between 1898 and 1901, the Skippers Canyon Suspension Bridge spans Central Otago’s Shotover River, providing access to the remote former gold mining settlement of Skippers.

Horseshoe Bend Suspension Bridge

11 Sep 2017

Constructed in 1913, the timber pedestrian suspension bridge at Horseshoe Bend was built to replace a precarious wire and chair which had formerly transported residents across the Clutha River.