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This was the start of the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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The arch of the bridge began being built on both ends. A creeper crane was built on each end
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The two halves touched for the first time, the top and bottom cords were riveted together and the arch now supported itself.
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The deck was placed under the arch. This would be where the roads and railways were to be built. The creeper cranes were dismantled afterwards.
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The last piece of granite was added to the north-west pylon.
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All four of the rail tracks were loaded with up to 96 steam locomotives placed end to end. After three weeks of tests the Bridge was declared to be safe for traffic and was ready to be opened.
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The Sydney Harbour Bridge was opened. This was a momentous occasion, drawing huge crowds. The NSW Premier, John Lang, officially declared the Bridge open.