A seminar from the Melbourne Maritime Heritage Network Bridges should be acknowledged as critical maritime infrastructure – enabling, connecting or in some cases thwarting! Historically bridges have brought significant economic and social benefit to Melbourne - but not always!  For example, the poorly conceived yet dominant Bolte Bridge effectively curtailed Melbourne’s maritime engagement for
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Organised by Melbourne Maritime Heritage Network Maritime winds have been harvested since history was first written. This event, with four outstanding presenters, outlines the past, present and future use of wind for commerce and recreation. The Past: Bruce M. Gooley, researcher and writer The Present: Dr Christiaan De Beukelaer, Snr Lecturer in Cultural Policy, Melbourne
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