South Australian Sites

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RIVER TORRENS LINEAR PARK, ADELAIDE

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Adelaide Creates A Great Asset,  River Torrens Linear Park

the images

 

The character of the river through industrial areas prior works commencing in 1981

 

 

Construction work begins in 1982

 

 

Typical view of the river and riverine character

 

 

Area at Athelstone where the park was closely integrated
with wetlands existing heritage buildings and the new residential development

 

 

Rock empondment providing habitat for a range of exotic species

 

 

In line wetlands immediately following construction 1986

 

 

Bicycle riders using the dual use path in Woodville

 

 

Overall plan showing the Torrens catchment area.
The Linear Park extends from the sea to the hills
Click on plan for enlargement

 

 

Walkway integrated with Hindmarsh Cemetry to allow connection
under South Road - a main arterial road.

 

 

The O-Bahn and pedestrian bridge

 

 

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