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Horseshoe Bend Suspension Bridge
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.
Beaumont Bridge, Clutha River
One of many bridges over the Clutha River, Beaumont Bridge replaced an earlier structure destroyed in the disastrous flood of 1878 and remains in use as part of State Highway 8.
Students' Suspension Bridge, Molesworth Station
At Molesworth Station, Marlborough, stands a picturesque suspension bridge that was designed and built by Canterbury University engineering students in their 1944 summer break.
Auckland Harbour Bridge moveable lane barrier
The Auckland Harbour Bridge moveable lane barrier system was introduced in 1990 to provide additional capacity for peak traffic flows in the morning and afternoon rush hours.
Shelley Beach overbridge project
In 2000 a new lane was added to the southern approach to Auckland Harbour Bridge. Making space for the new lane required the Shelley Beach overbridge to be reconfigured. The overbridge project was innovative in approach and the work was carried out while traffic continued to flow under the work site.
Op-ed: an engineer's perspective
Engineering New Zealand member Brian Wilson spent four years working on the construction of the Auckland Harbour Bridge from 1955 – 1959. He’s developed an op-ed piece that examines some discrepancies he’s found in a recent article featured in Engineering Insight magazine last year.
Engineering Heritage Award winners announced
We’re delighted to announce the winner of our Engineering New Zealand Heritage Award 2021 is New Ōpaoa River Bridge – a project that’s delivered two bridges that combine safety and strength, represent the mana whenua of Wairau, and celebrate heritage values. And a big congratulations to our two Highly Commended projects – Basin Reserve Old Pavilion Strengthening and Refurbishment, and Take Me With You!: A Self-Drive Guide to Whanganui’s Engineering Heritage.
Landmark sets benchmark
The 2024 ACE award-winning Manganui Gorge suspension bridge helps increase the resilience and sustainability of Taranaki’s outdoor infrastructure while demonstrating engineering excellence, cultural significance and repeatable practices.
Engineers' Stories – Michael Sinclair
Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle was an historic event, causing widespread damage and the tragic loss of 11 lives. As WSP’s seconded Bridge Coordinator for Hastings District Council, Michael Sinclair has had to collaborate with colleagues, contractors, consultants, and the community to restore transport connections damaged or destroyed by the storm.
Auckland Motorways
Auckland’s comprehensive motorway network had its genesis in the 1950s. At almost 90 kilometres long, the system contains more than 90 bridges, including the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
