275 kV XLPE Cable Bridge & PEDESTRIAN CROSSING

Artists imression of the new bridge at Bonython Park (courtesy ELECTRANET)

NOTE TO CRANE FANCIERS: The lift will be happening before the end of May. At this stage, (17/5/2011) the results of soil compression tests are requyired before the   cranes can access the site            A new 38m span concrete bridge crossing the River Torrens at Bonython Park is now under construction
Of particular interest is the integration of the cable installation and operation alongside high pressure gas mains located on common structures, and security from vandalism or falling tree branches

 Bridge under construction showing cable form-guides

the span on Bonython Park ready to load

The Bowden /Thebarton  area now has a large range of infrastucture planned or existing, and is a focal point for pedestrian & cycle paths, gas, water, high voltage electricity,  train, tram and motor transport.

Memorial to Bowden-born activist proposed.

MP for Florey Ms Frances Bedford has made a submission to the Charles Sturt Council arguing that Muriel Matters, who was born in Bowden in 1877, should be given the public recognition her work deserves by the naming of a street in the proposed Bowden Village redevelopment.

Council agenda for the meeting on 22nd this month contains Ms Bedfords submission, which states:

“Muriel Matters was a remarkable activist who worked passionately to champion many important causes, including the suffrage movement. She was born in Fourteenth Street, Bowden in 1877. Her father was a local cabinet maker and her family were significant property owners in the Hindmarsh area.”

A biography of Muriels life and activities can be found in Wikipedia at:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muriel_Matters

Charles Sturt Council agenda :

http://www.charlessturt.sa.gov.au/webdata/resources/files/cl10-02-22.pdf

update: historical re-enactment here:http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/grille-unveiling-marks-muriels-fight-for-rights/story-e6frea83-1225944885573