Hinton Bridge, located in Port Stephens, is one of only three lift bridges remaining in the Hunter region.  

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The bridge’s new signage explains how the lift span is a significant technological feature of 19th century bridge engineering associated with historic river trade along the Paterson River.  

Monkerai Bridge, which crosses the Karuah River, is the second-oldest surviving timber truss bridge in NSW, completed in 1882.

Cooreei Bridge over the Williams River at Dungog was the first Henry Harvey Dare-type timber truss bridge to be built in NSW.

Dare reworked Percy Allan’s design for the earlier timber truss bridges, which resulted in a stronger and more sustainable bridge for Cooreei.

“These iconic bridges have connected communities and visitors across our wonderful region for many, many years,” Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley said.

“Timber truss bridges are a significant part of the Hunter’s history and I’m proud their stories are now on display, to endure for years to come.”

Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington said the Hinton Bridge has acted as an iconic landmark for the Port Stephens community for more than 120 years.

“This signage will share the significant history of the bridge, which through its long life has stood strong through many changes, continuing to connect our community and visitors,” she said.

“Now everyone who passes by will be able to learn about the significant history of one of our region’s most historically important bridges.”

The timber truss bridges of NSW are managed by Transport for NSW.

For more information about the program to manage these bridges, visit https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/operations/roads-and-waterways/environment-and-heritage/heritage/timber-truss-bridges