Bridge tipped to be iconic

The design of the new Koombana Bay pedestrian bridge was unveiled yesterday, forming part of stage one of the Transforming Bunbury’s Waterfront project.

Regional Development Minister Terry Redman said the bridge helped create an iconic entrance into Bunbury.

“The new bridge will provide visitors with an enticing link between the city centre, Koombana Bay beach and foreshore, and the Dolphin Discovery Centre as well as enhance the experience for locals who walk, run and cycle around Leschenault Inlet,” Mr Redman said.

“The overall Transforming Bunbury's Waterfront project is an important investment for Royalties for Regions that will help Bunbury reach its potential, producing long-term community and economic benefits.”

Shown in the artists expressions is a structure to evoke the image of a ship’s hull, paying tribute to the shipwrecks that are buried under the shores of Koombana Bay, he said.

Bunbury MLA John Castrilli said the bridge would be double the width of the existing one and formed an important part of the landscaping component of the waterfront project.

“It will become an iconic part of the area and tie in with the landscaping already done, and still to come, as we continue transforming this area,” he said.