Singing Bridge

Singing Bridge

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Mairwen1
United Kingdom12,425 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022
Charmingly named, the Singing Bridge, apparently ‘sings’ whenever a high wind whistles through its railings. A local tourist site describes it as a ‘mournful harp’. I’ve not heard it myself but like the previous reviewer, it’s a good excuse for everyone in the car to belt out a song whenever you cross the bridge.
The concrete girder bridge spans the Myall River, linking the twin holiday towns of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest.
Built in 1974, it replaced an old ferry service which had operated since 1928.
Pedestrian footpaths on ether side allow you to walk across the 304 metre span although the paths are narrow and kids with bikes will probably have to get off and wheel them across. The views up and down the river, especially at sunset, are well worth taking the time to stroll across.
Immediately, on the Hawks Nest side, is the Jean Shaw Koala Reserve, a natural, untouched bushland expanse that is a haven for the local koala population. On the Tea Gardens side, as you leave the bridge are the local fish co-op, Mumm’s Seafood Restaurant, a picnic and fishing area and the Tourist Information centre.
For many years, pelicans roosted on top of the light posts along the bridge. You will only occasionally see one perched there now because the council, sick of running the gauntlet of pelican droppings, installed spikes on the top of the poles to deter the birds. A shame really as the pelicans were such a distinctive feature of the bridge.
Written 18 March 2022
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Tony Nettleton
Sydney, Australia124 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
We had a day trip to Tea Gardens, so I consulted Trip Advisor for things to do. Number 2 on the list of 14 things to do in Tea Gardens was the Singing Bridge, apparently so named as when the wind blows the bridge railings make harp like sounds. As we entered Tea Gardens on the Ferry i caught my first glimpse of the Singing Bridge, underwhelmed would probably be an accurate first impression, however on board the ferry the wind was beginning to blow, and as we intended to traverse the Singing Bridge while walking to Jimmy's Beach we realised that there was a prospect of listening to a performance while we walked the 304 meters of the box girder design that crosses the Myall river. Unfortunately though the Diva had stage fright that day, the winds were blowing, but the bridge was silent. I will say however that the views from the Singing Bridge of the Myall River, and a few Pelicans serenely passing by on the water were delightful.
The Singing Bridge is an average looking bridge that connects Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, that's really all there is to say about it.
Written 3 March 2023
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Cockadoodledoo
Woollahra, Australia5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021
Great bridge- our family traditions is to sing while you go over it. Give it a go for a bit of fun.
Great views of the Myall river, tides and dolphins. Watch out for pelican poop ;)
Written 6 May 2021
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Blue M
Blue Mountains, Australia113 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
Really is it worth writing a review? A useful bridge which replaced a car ferry many years ago. The quirky name reflects a quirky phenomenon, which I have never experienced in my many visits to Tea Gardens - Hawks Nest. Enjoy the river, take a ferry ride, enjoy the beach and the bush in this really lovely place. If you hear the bridge sing, enjoy it. But don't go expecting to hear it.
Written 9 January 2023
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Nordgaard
Herning, Denmark337 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020
I had heard a lot about the bridge so when visiting Tea Gardens we had to see the river and the bridge. Unfortunately there was ni wind today so no singing. Better luck next time. There was a nice view over the river crossing the bridge
Written 3 April 2020
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Michael C
Derby, UK1,973 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2015 • Couples
This is just a bridge which links Tea Gardens and Hawk's Nest. However, our Australian host insisted on singing whenever we crossed the bridge, although we were unable to discover any historical or traditional reasons for its name. The area around the bridge is lovely and very peaceful.
Written 27 October 2015
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Greg Stevens
Sydney, Australia2,882 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2020
Walking along the peaceful Myall River foreshore, watching the Pelicans, with The Bridge in the background is very relaxing! Highly recommend having fish and chips near the connecting bridge between Hawks Nest & Tea Gardens!
Written 18 June 2020
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C_and_J_Lewis
Sydney, Australia500 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2020
A nice walk. There is a convenient car park on the Western (Tea Gardens) side of the bridge. The view from the top of the bridge is lovely. As mentioned by others, be careful as the path is relatively narrow and passing trucks can be a risk if you are not careful.
Written 4 June 2020
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Cat 🐱
Hawks Nest, Australia101 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Couples
If you’re visiting the area a must do is a walk over the singing bridge. Fantastic 360 degree view of the surrounding landscape: Myall River, bushland, across to the bay and far north. The bonus was watching very active dolphins 🐬 playing and chasing fish under the bridge at high tide.
Written 6 December 2019
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ChrisHamnett
Yarra Junction, Australia230 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
July 2019 • Family
From the top of the bridge on one side is an ideal photo op for the town and the boats moored in the Marina. Watch your step as the footpath is quite narrow and buses and trucks push a fair bit of air when pasing
Written 7 July 2019
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