Historical information

This album was donated to the Orbost & District Historical Society after the death of Judy Walcott, a long-time member.
The veiling of McKillops bridge was a 'Year of the Outback' event. The event was organised by Orbost resident, Sr Helen Barnes RSJ. to show solidarity with rural people. The local community transformed the bridge into "a symbol of communal love and hope", when its sides were draped with hundreds of personal messages.
McKillop's Bridge, located high in the Snowy Mountains, is named after George McKillop, a pioneering explorer of the area. The bridge is a vital link for isolated farming communities living beyond the Bonang highway.

Significance

This album is a useful reference tool.

Physical description

A large photo album with a bright yellow cover and 19 plastic sleeves. It contains photographs, newspaper clippings, brochures , maps and an invitation to the veiling of McKillops Bridge on 8th August 2002. It also contains the history of McKillops Bridge.

Inscriptions & markings

On inside cover - left hand side - "To Marie with Best Wishes from Judy Walcott 8/8/2005"