More Info →Opening first traffic bridge, Hokio Beach

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Typed on piece of paper glued to back: “(2) The new and magnificent footbridge, built to replace the planks. Do not know the date but the new motor bridge was ready for opening in 1931. (Donated by Tom Kerslake)”

Opening of the first traffic bridge, Hokio Beach, c.1931. A large number of members of the public gather on the footbridge and on the banks of the stream as the time to official open the bridge draws near.

1 B&W photo print copy, mounted (with 2000.018.0051b)

Any use of this image must be accompanied by the credit “Horowhenua Historical Society Inc.”

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