Historical information

These photographs, taken by The Advocate in 1989, feature local Deer Park resident Wally O'Brien standing beneath the Station Road bridge over Kororoit Creek, highlighting what he believed to be structural defects in the bridge.

Significance

The images document community concern about the condition of local infrastructure and the role played by residents in drawing attention to maintenance and public safety issues. Through his inspection and advocacy, O'Brien represented the growing involvement of local citizens in monitoring and campaigning for improvements to public assets within the Deer Park district.

Physical description

Digital scans of black and white negatives

Inscriptions & markings

6861.01 - Station Road Kororoit Creek Bridge 1989 Photographs (Advocate 873).JPG

6861.02 - Station Road Kororoit Creek Bridge 1989 Photographs (Advocate 873).JPG