Benalla bridge to reopen soon

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Apr 21, 2025

A flood damaged bridge in Benalla will be open soon, with repairs under way.

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Preliminary repair works on the Link Island Footbridge have started, some time after it was damaged.

Following recent work by North East Water to relocate water supply assets, Benalla Rural City Council has commenced work to repair the pedestrian bridge, which links in with the Lake Benalla walking track.

Benalla Mayor Cr Bernie Hearn said she was excited about the works.

“The footbridge has long been a key piece of infrastructure for our community, connecting locals and visitors to one of our most beautiful natural spaces (along) the Lake Benalla walking track,” Cr Hearn said.

“I am delighted that, with the support of the Victorian Government’s Council Flood Support Fund, we are now able to construct a new bridge deck and repair walking paths connected to the footbridge.”

Works are scheduled to be completed by June 30.

“We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding while we complete this important infrastructure repair work,” Cr Hearn said.