Sydney Harbour Bridge Load testing of the bridge took place in February 1932, with the four rail tracks being loaded with as many as 96 steam locomotives positioned end-to-end. The bridge underwent testing for three weeks, after which it was declared safe and ready to be opened. The construction worksheds were demolished after the bridge was completed, and the land that they were on is now occupied by Luna Park. The standards of industrial safety during construction were poor by today's standards. Sixteen workers died during construction, but surprisingly only two from falling off the bridge. Several more were injured from unsafe working
Real Insurance Sydney Harbour 10k course hugging Sydney Harbour around Barangaroo and Darling Harbour. Features en route include the Overseas Passenger Terminal, the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, Cockle Bay, Tumbalong Park and Pyrmont Bay. Real Insurance Sydney Harbour 10k The Real Insurance Sydney Harbour 10k is an Australian 10 km road race, held annually in Sydney, Australia. The event is certified accurate and is approved by the AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races). The Real Insurance Sydney Harbour 10k has been running since 2012 and can we used as a test event before the winter classics. The Real Insurance Sydney Harbour 10k