This project had it all — helicopters, 4WD hiabs, utes, mountain bikes… and a whole lot of determination. Getting our team and materials onsite was an adventure in itself, with the crew living in tents for up to 10 days at a time and using a backcountry hut as our kitchen and lounge.
Against the odds, and in the depths of winter, we faced rainstorms, snow, -6°C nights, and relentless sandflies. But the team dug deep and delivered a swing bridge we’re incredibly proud of — now part of the St James Cycleway.
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68m span
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Anchored by 2.4m Deadman anchors and 3.0m rock anchors
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Bespoke drill rig designed and built in our Christchurch yard
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Cyclist-friendly platform and ramp
Massive thanks to Dean Arthur, Jack Ryan, Alex Arthur, and a special shoutout to John McDonald, who came to pick up a Trademe bargain and stayed to help build a ramp.
