Murray River Council removed dozens of bridges on floodplain over last 30 years, but locals say recent flooding shows they are needed

“It was about money,” Morton said. “Bridges are expensive and roads are cheaper. But now, you have a situation like this and all the roads are under water … we’re living the consequences of the solution.”

by Fleur Connick

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/dec/03/locals-call-for-rebuilding-of-bridges-around-flooded-nsw-town-of-moulamein

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