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Kidd Bridge

The Kidd Bridge was opened on August 5 1961 replacing the Channon Street Bridge. It was named after William (Billy) Kidd who was Chairman of the Widgee Shire Council.

Murray Views No. 42 Mary River and Channon Street Bridge, Gympie, Q
Murray Views No. 42 Mary River and Channon Street Bridge, Gympie, Q
Channon Street Bridge
Channon Street Bridge
Channon Street Bridge pre 1892
Channon Street Bridge
Opening of Kidd Bridge 1961
Opening of Kidd Bridge 1961
Mary River Bridges have been the subject of much controversy
Mary River Bridges have been the subject of much controversy
Gympie Times, Tuesday, August 8, 1961 p. 1 Bridges Span 68 Years
Bridges Span 68 Years
Gympie Times, Tuesday, August 8, 1961 p. 2 Braved Icy Winds to Witness Opening of W H Kidd Bridge
Braved Icy Winds to Witness Opening of W H Kidd Bridge

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