19 March 2007

the Sydney Harbour Bridge

The Sydney Harbour Bridge (nicknamed the 'coat-hanger' by Sydney-siders) turned 75 today. To celebrate, the bridge was closed yesterday and some 200 000 people walked across it.

See - Sydney Morning Herald (18 March 2007)









The bridge isn't as spectacular as some others around the world, but it is our bridge. It isn't as big as many others, but it is pedestrian friendly (there are footpaths/sidewalks on either sides). And for every Australian coming home via Sydney on a long international flight, the view of the bridge out of the aeroplane window is a welcoming sight.

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Today was a public holiday in Canberra. Kane the German Shepherd came over in the afternoon for a couple of hours. He is a huge dog and very well behaved. I took him on two walks, firstly around the corner and back, and then to the local shops. He was content to lie on the floor and rest. Thankfully given his size, he didn't want to lay on my lap. It also rained a bit today, so Kane smelt like a wet dog!



Kane's people are going away this weekend, so he is coming to stay over then. I wonder if he will run after a football.

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