ANZAC Bridge - Sydney
Opening Day Walk
The bridge was opened on Sunday 3rd December 1995 with the Premier Bob Carr ceremonially cutting the ribbon using the same scissors used by Jack Lang to officially open the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932. 5a.
A Community Walk followed. Proceeds from ticket sales for the walk went to the Smith Family. The Smith Family provides help and relief to children and families in crisis and financial difficulties.
On a beautiful summer morning about 65,000 people walked across the new bridge.
Waiting for the start
Setting off to the west
It was a family day.
These shady characters are George and Sam
The Souvenirs
... and there was of course the tee shirt
Souvenir badge
Souvenir medallion