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Odyssey House Suspension Bridge

Location

Bonds Road LOWER PLENTY, BANYULE CITY

Level

Included in Heritage Overlay

Statement of Significance

What is significant?

The Odyssey House suspension footbridge across the Yarra River between Bonds Road in Lower Plenty and Finns Reserve in Templestowe, is of significance.

How is it significant?

The Odyssey House suspension footbridge is of local scientific and historic significance to the City of Banyule.

Why is it significant?

The Odyssey House suspension footbridge is of local scientific significance as an excellent example of the design and technology utilised in the construction of suspension bridges during the 1950s, reflecting a period of exploration and innovation. It is unique in the City of Banyule and has further rarity as one of two footbridge suspension bridges crossing the Yarra River. It is a significant built element on the Yarra Trail and complements the surrounding parkland. (Criterion D, F)

The Odyssey House suspension footbridge has local historic significance for its reflection of the difficulty of access to Lower Plenty during the 1950s, despite residential booms in surrounding areas, and remains a local landmark. (Criterion A)

Group

Transport - Road

Category

Foot Bridge