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As Brisbane grew and there were increasing numbers of motor vehicles on the roads, it was decided that additional new bridges would be needed, to supplement the Victoria Bridge. That led to the construction of the Grey Street Bridge (William Jolly Bridge) and, later, the Story Bridge. The Story Bridge was designed by Dr John Bradfield, who also designed a passably well-known bridge in Sydney. The Storey Bridge, opened in 1940, links Kangaroo Point on the south bank of the river, with Fortitude Valley to the north and is equally as iconic of Brisbane. Given that Queensland had only about 100,000 vehicles at the time, some foresight was involved in creating a bridge with three vehicular lanes in each direction, plus two pedestrian/cycle lanes. The clear span is 282 metres, though the overall bridge is 777 metres long. Its highest point is about the same as a 22 storey building. What is the significance of the name? The bridge was named after an influential Queensland Public Servant of the 1930s (who now is otherwise forgotten). Aircraft flew under it at least once during WW2. Now, should you feel intrepid, you can join climbs across the top of the two summits – one of only four bridges in the world where such climbs are possible. The phone number and website are for the climb tour operators. Main photo: Story Bridge from near Creek Street. Second photo: Story Bridge from a ferry downriver of the city. Phone: 1300 254 627Directions: Between Kangaroo Point and the Valley - look to the east from the city area and you can't miss it!Website: http://www.storybridgeadventureclimb.com.au/
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The Story Bridge will gives you to have fantastic 360 degree views of Brisbane. The climb will last about 2.5 hours, depending on your group size, and within this time you are given a training session to make sure you know how to use the safety gear. You'll be provided with all the necessary clothing and equipment. A safety suit is worn over your own clothes, but as Brisbane can get very hot, you can wear the suit over just your underwear if you so wish (the suits are laundered after each use). You're not allowed to bring anything loose up onto the bridge, so things like jewellery and cameras need to be stored in the lockers provided. Make sure you wear comfortable flat shoes (no peeking toes!). I opted for the sunset climb, which costs a little bit more than the regular climbs. We got up onto the start point of the climb when the sun was just about to set, so we still got some good daylight views of Brisbane, and by the time we finished, it was completely dark, and it was nice to be able to see the contrasting night view. Also, by doing a sunset climb, it wasn't as hot as it would've been during a daytime climb. Address: 170 Main Street, Kangaroo Point Qld 4169Phone: 1300 CLIMBS (1300 254 627)Directions: The climb office is situated on the corner of Wharf and Main Streets.Website: http://www.storybridgeadventures.com.au/freedom.aspx
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