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  Bridge photos, Bridge postcards -- Bridgepix.com
The Goodwill Bridge is a pedestrian and cyclist bridge in Australia which spans the Brisbane River, linking the South Bank Parklands / Queensland Museum on the southside, to the Gardens Point Campus of the Queensland University of Technology on the northside.
The Goodwill Bridge was opened on 21 October 2001 and takes its name from the Goodwill Games which were held in Brisbane at the time.
The bridge was scheduled to be opened by Queen Elizabeth II during her visit for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting summit to be held in Brisbane, but after the postponement of that meeting in the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the bridge was instead opened by Queensland Premier, Peter Beattie.
www.bridgepix.com /bridgeblog/?p=506   (570 words)

  
  Goodwill Bridge, Brisbane - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Goodwill Bridge is a pedestrian and cyclist bridge in Australia which spans the Brisbane River, linking the South Bank Parklands / Queensland Museum on the southside, to the Gardens Point Campus of the Queensland University of Technology on the northside.
Bridge Foundations: The bridge's 45 foundation piles range in diameter from 500 millimeters (19.7 in) to 1500 millimeters (59 in) and are reinforced with 350-grade steel and 60 cubic metres (78.5 yd³) of concrete.
The bridge was scheduled to be opened by Queen Elizabeth II during her visit for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting summit to be held in Brisbane, but after the postponement of that meeting in the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the bridge was instead opened by Queensland Premier, Peter Beattie.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Goodwill_Bridge,_Brisbane   (631 words)

  
 Brisbane Hotels - Diana Plaza Hotel
s within walking distance to South Bank Parklands, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and Performing Arts Centre.
It is also only 2 minutes drive from Brisbane’s city centre, 800m walk to the legendary ‘Gabba ’Grounds, and is opposite the Mater Children ’s Hospital.
The hotel is only 20 minutes drive to Brisbane's Domestic and International Airports.
www.dianaplaza.com.au   (105 words)

  
 Brisbane - Beautiful One Day, Perfect the Next
Brisbane is the capital and most populous city in the state of Queensland, Australia.
The City of Brisbane is also the largest municipality in terms of population, and Australia's largest Capital City in terms of area.
Brisbane has a strong and proud and long time tradition in sport, and is also the birthplace of many of Australia's notable sportsmen and sportswomen.
www.ecomallbiz.com /easy46/brisbane   (424 words)

  
 Brisbane Cityscapes
Brisbane is Queensland's capital and largest city, and, with a population of about 1.6 million, is the third largest city in Australia.
Brisbane is also famous for its scenic parks, many of which line the Brisbane River.
In addition to its own charms, Brisbane is the jumping-off point for adventures along the Sunshine Coast to the north and Gold Coast to the south, as well as Queensland's crown jewel, the Great Barrier Reef.
academic.hws.edu /kendrick/anz/pics41.html   (279 words)

  
 Resources - The Goodwill Bridge: can pedestrians reclaim Brisbane? - 08 November 2001
The Goodwill Bridge, rather hastily named after the sporting event of the same name, had a chequered building history, with crane collapses, cost overruns and the usual debate about the best route to take.
The crowds gathering on either side of the bridge were allowed to walk over almost an hour before the official opening time because the Premier - who sensibly wears a hat, unlike many of the adult population - could see that the populace where getting rather hot on a delightful Brisbane day.
At the Goodwill Bridge, 'a proud initiative of Queensland government', children were provided with yellow balloons with the Queensland government logo.
www.brisinst.org.au /resources/spearritt_peter_bridge.html   (573 words)

  
 Goodwill Games
A 19-metre-long Goodwill Games banner weighing 95kg was erected on the Story Bridge today, heralding the largest banner ever to be installed on the Brisbane landmark.
A seven-member team got a birds-eye view of the sunrise as they climbed the bridge around 5am to install the hexagonal shaped banner on the southern end of the bridge.
"The banner will welcome visitors to Brisbane and will let thousands of commuters know they are in the host city for the 2001 Goodwill Games," he said.
www.goodwillgames.com /2001_news/2001_newsArt101.htm   (227 words)

  
 World Goodwill: Newsletter - 1996, No. 4
They are realising that disciplined ethical living by human beings, individually and globally, is the only way to bridge between the uncertainty of today and a future in which humanity is at peace with itself.
Enough men and women of goodwill accepting responsibility for the establishing of right relationships among people and between nations, and working actively with the principles of unity and goodwill, guarantee a future of peace and progress for the whole human race.
Goodwill nourishes the spirit of understanding and fosters the manifestation of the principle of co-operation.
www.lucistrust.org /goodwill/wgnl964.shtml   (6894 words)

  
 QualIT2006 Venue   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Brisbane is Australia's third-largest city and the state capital of Queensland.
Brisbane is a lively, cosmopolitan city and is just 45 minutes from Gold Coast beaches and pristine rainforests in the hinterland.
The College of Art is a brisk 20 minute (or thereabouts) walk from the Brisbane CBD; ideally crossing the river on the Goodwill Bridge (footbridge) or the Victoria Bridge (go past the Performing Arts Centre and follow the Grand Arbour right through to the eastern end of South Bank).
www.cit.gu.edu.au /conferences/QualIT2006/brisbane.html   (632 words)

  
 Brisbane : Planning a Trip : City Layout | Frommers.com
The city center's office towers shimmer in the sun on the north bank of a curve of the Brisbane River.
The 30m (98-ft.) sandstone cliffs of Kangaroo Point rise on the eastern side of the south bank; to the west are the South Bank Parklands and the Queensland Cultural Centre, known as South Bank.
Much of Brisbane's colonial architecture is in the city center, too.
www.frommers.com /destinations/brisbane/0073024195.html   (806 words)

  
 Iconic bridge for Marina Bay - SkyscraperCity   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The new 280metre-long bridge is envisaged to be a destination point for all visitors to Marina Bay — a place for them to enjoy and catch a panoramic view of the Singapore city skyline.
To encourage civic participation in the design of the new bridge and develop a sense of ownership amongst the local community, a number of Singapore youths will be selected through an `Art Competition’ to work with recognised local artists to develop ideas for artworks and to integrate them into the design of the new bridge.
Five teams were subsequently short-listed to develop and submit their design proposals for both the promenade and bridge under Stage Two of the Consultancy before a consultant team was selected to develop a final design scheme for the bridge.
www.skyscrapercity.com /showthread.php?t=324972   (2406 words)

  
 Life in Brisbane
This was taken from the Goodwill Bridge Walkway that connects the Botanical Gardens with Southbank.
Anyway, this one is the west curve of the river again, but you can see the Goodwill Bridge where I stood for the previous picture.
The first is the trees and some type of iris and the second is the summer flowerbeds, which have since been replaced.
www.angelfire.com /pa4/faithmrose/BrisbaneLife.html   (593 words)

  
 Australia Travel - Australia Attractions & Sights - Brisbane
Brisbane's Moreton Bay is fast becoming the new destination for scuba diving enthusiasts with a wide variety of dive sites to choose from and spectacular views to keep you amazed.
The Carlton Crest is Brisbane's largest convention hotel with a capacity to accommodate up to 1000 people and the flexibility to host smaller conferences and meetings.
The Goodwill Bridge opened in October 2001 links South Bank's 1km promenade to the City Botanical Gardens, allowing families and health enthusiasts alike to stroll, jog, cycle and skate between Brisbane's major inner-city parklands.
www.hotel-club-net.com /australia/brisbane.htm   (1388 words)

  
 Brisbane - Cycling in Brisbane - ourbrisbane.com
This area has one of Brisbane's most picturesque bikeways, winding past tidal flats where birds and crabs live.
Boondall Wetlands, located on the northern side of Brisbane, lie on the edge of Moreton Bay between Nudgee Beach, Boondall and Shorncliffe.
Carindale is one of Brisbane's seven major centres.
www.ourbrisbane.com /activeandhealthy/recreation/cycling/destinations   (916 words)

  
 Visit South Bank - Goodwill Bridge - South Bank - Goodwill Bridge
The Goodwill Bridge is a vital pedestrian link between South Bank and the city.
It is just under 500 metres long but a brief walk along this architecturally impressive structure gives you a whole new perspective on South Bank, the Brisbane River and city.
The bridge features public art installations along its length.
www.visitsouthbank.com /attractions/goodwill_bridge   (144 words)

  
 Messenger Institute for Media Accuracy
Officers based in the Brisbane central business district are using trail bikes to patrol alleyways, bikeways and even stairwells to keep a closer eye on the couriers, who are a source of irritation to motorists and pedestrians.
The officers' patch includes the Goodwill Bridge, Roma St Parkland, King George Square and the City Botanic Gardens.
In February 2000, cyclist Peter Cribb was attacked by a group of people as he rode along the bikeway near the Victoria Bridge, 100m from the city centre.
www.messmedia.org /021208-brisbane.html   (427 words)

  
 Gardens Point, Brisbane - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Brisbane's River Stage, an open air entertainment venue, is located at the southern end of the peninsula.
Two bridges connect the point with the southern bank of the Brisbane River.
These are the Captain Cook Bridge which carries vehicular traffic, and the Goodwill Bridge which is a pedestrian and cycle bridge.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gardens_Point,_Brisbane   (186 words)

  
 South Bank Brisbane Queensland Australia
Enjoying one of Brisbane's best locations, Brisbane's South Bank attracts more than nine million people annually and is one of Brisbane's popular destinations and meeting places.
The 450 m long Goodwill Bridge, opened in October 2001, links the southern end of South Bank, the city's Botanic Gardens and the Queensland University of Technology.
Beyond South Bank is the Brisbane River, Victoria Bridge and lights of the Brisbane CBD.
www.brisbanecitylife.com.au /bcl/places/southbank.htm   (487 words)

  
 Visit South Bank - Goodwill Bridge - South Bank - Goodwill Bridge
The Goodwill Bridge is a vital pedestrian link between South Bank and the city.
It is just under 500 metres long but a brief walk along this architecturally impressive structure gives you a whole new perspective on South Bank, the Brisbane River and city.
So, it is the perfect place to walk or ride your bike across the Brisbane River.
www.visitsouthbank.com.au /attractions/goodwill_bridge   (144 words)

  
 Beattie flags bridge Origin bet - smh.com.au
The Queensland flag last year flew from the Sydney Harbour Bridge after the Maroons won the annual series, clinching a bet for Mr Beattie against NSW Premier Bob Carr.
The Goodwill Bridge, a footbridge which spans the Brisbane River from Gardens Point to South Bank, was opened last year to a mixed public response after a multi-million dollar cost blowout.
Last year, Mr Beattie promised to fly the flag over the Story Bridge, but he has since described the Goodwill Bridge as his "favourite bridge".
www.smh.com.au /articles/2002/05/14/1021002444523.html   (326 words)

  
 WWII frigate floated to river
For the past eight years, the 100-metre frigate HMAS Diamantina has been sitting in seawater at the Queensland Maritime Museum in Brisbane after the corrosion of the dock's 1880-vintage caisson floating gates, museum chief executive Ian Jempson said.
The HMAS Diamantina has been in Brisbane for the past 25 years after being used as a hydrographic and oceanographic research ship.
The ship will be moored beneath Brisbane's Goodwill Bridge for the next month before being reinstalled on blocks in the dry dock, repainted and opened to members of the public.
news.ninemsn.com.au /article.aspx?id=93305   (437 words)

  
 Brisbane Institute: People - Peter Spearritt
Prior to his appointment as Executive Director of The Brisbane Institute in July 2001, Professor Peter Spearritt was foundation director of the National Key Centre for Australian Studies at Monash University, established in 1989.
Brisbane: another 21 years to get a train to the beach 11 May 2005
The Brisbane Institute in 2002 19 September 2001
www.brisinst.org.au /people/spearritt_peter.html   (635 words)

  
 Bridge fight looms | The Sunday Mail
While Labor councillor Helen Abrahams has vowed to vote against the bridge, Labor leader David Hinchliffe is waiting to see the public submissions.
The bridge encourages more people to use cars and the overall effect is to increase the number of cars on the roads and increase congestion.
Yes buliding this bridge will impact on people lives close to it, but the benefit to the whole of the Brisbane community is greater.
www.news.com.au /couriermail/story/0,23739,20577884-3102,00.html   (891 words)

  
 QUT Photo Gallery by Jeff at pbase.com
I was running down the street to follow the bus to the red light, people in the cars thought I was nuts.
One of the neat trees at the base of the Goodwill Bridge.
Part of the neat-o architecture around Brisbane (this path through QUT is actually owned by the City).
www.pbase.com /jefferai/qut   (312 words)

  
 HolidayCity Flash Travel Article - Walking Along Brisbane's Southbank
Of all of Brisbane’s myriad attractions, the one most popular with locals and with tourists is the Southbank parklands.
The Southbank is located (no prizes for guessing) on the south side of Brisbane, on the bank of the Brisbane River and directly opposite the tall towers of the Central Business District.
During the day, it is a popular place for families to stroll along, and during the night, when the pillars glow with mood lighting, it is particularly popular with couples on a romantic stroll.
www.holidaycityflash.com /australia/brisbane_southbank.htm   (1404 words)

  
 South Bank QLD - photos of attractions & amusements in Brisbane on Worldisround
Attractions & Amusements in Brisbane - travel photos - South Bank Parklands covers 17 hectares and covers more than one kilometre of the south...
South Bank Parklands covers 17 hectares and covers more than one kilometre of the south bank of the Brisbane River.
Australias only beach in the heart of the city is unique, with views over the Brisbane River to the city and surrounded by white sandy beaches, bubbling creeks and shady tropical gardens.
www.worldisround.com /articles/139356/index.html   (160 words)

  
 XXXX Factory
XXXX, (pronounced four-ex) is a brand of beers brewed in Milton, Brisbane by Queensland brewers, Castlemaine Perkins, a brewery originally located in Castlemaine Victoria, Australia.
Its name, first introduced in 1924, is a throwback to the long standing tradition of using X's to indicate the strength of an ale.
All images can be purchased for commercial and non-commercial use.
www.virtualoceania.net /australia/photos/cities/brisbane/au0185.shtml   (82 words)

  
 Brisbane
Brisbane is the gateway to Queensland and a destination in it’s own right.
A great city with relaxed, cosmopolitan vibe, Brisbane is close to the Beach Cities of the Gold and Sunshine Coasts, world class nature and attractions such as Australia Zoo, Seaworld and The Australia Outback Experience.
Enjoy the Queensland sunshine and explore the majestic Brisbane River by CityCat, relax at the South Bank Parkland's beach or rollerblade or cycle along the RiverWalk.
www.destinationqueensland.com /sales-tool-box/brisbane/brisbane_home.cfm   (410 words)

  
 Brisbane Attractions
Enjoying one of Brisbane's best locations, at South Bank the elements which comprise an idyllic Queensland lifestyle blend to form a vibrant precinct which attracts more than nine million people annually and which has earned the precinct the reputation of Brisbane's number one tourist destination and "people place".
The Goodwill Bridge opened in October 2001 links South Bank's 1km promenade to the City Botanical Gardens, allowing families and health enthusiasts alike to stroll, jog, cycle and skate between Brisbane's major inner-city parklands.
With more than 60,000 pedestrians and cyclists using the bridge each week the 450 m long bridge is a major access point, not to mention a picturesque vantage point from which to enjoy spectacular views of South Bank, the City and the river.
www.reflections.com.au /Brisbane/Attractions   (3096 words)

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