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Doonella Bridge Opening, 1929
As told by Neil from Tewantin

In this episode, Neil from Tewantin tells of the opening of the bridge over Lake Doonella entrance, and the effect it had on the future of the town.

Disclaimer: This episode was created for demonstration purposes only. It includes digitally generated content.

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I've lived here most of my life. My dad was born here, my grandad moved here in the nineteenth century.
Growing up, I sometimes heard my elders reminisce about the opening of the bridge at Lake Doonella entrance.
Apparently, it was a significant event in the lives of the townfolk.
Before the 1930's, Tewantin was more easily accessible by river than by road.
There were rough dirt tracks to places such as Cooroy and Eumundi, where you could catch the train to Brisbane.
But to get to Noosa, it was easier to catch the ferry than to drive around Lake Doonella.
This changed when the Doonella Bridge opened in October, 1929, to much fanfare and celebration.
Tewantin was abuzz, the streets were packed with bystanders, as a lineup of cars awaited their chance to make the historic crossing.
Local businesses relished the occasion, now the town had become accessible to customers from farther afield.
Unsurprisingly, the pubs also enjoyed the benefits.
They were easygoing times, when a Sunday drive often involved a stopover at your favourite beer garden.

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Neil from Tewantin - Doonella Bridge

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POMONA Historical Series 1-7 (Booklets)

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Written by: Aline Gillespie

Published by: Noosa Shire Museum

Issue 1: New Town 1900 A New Shire 1910
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The two most significant events in Pomona's early life were, first, its naming as a town in May 1900 and, ten years later, its choice as the administrative centre of the new Shire of Noosa.

Issue 2: The Pages of Pomona
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The Page family is among the best known and most respected families in Pomona and has been part of the social and commercial life of the district for almost a century. The furniture manufacturing business owned by the family has sustained the local economy over a long period.

Issue 3: A Special Trio
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Pomona has three features which differentiate it from other country towns in Queensland. Two are tangible and permanent reminders of its early history, while the third is an annual sporting event which attracts Australia-wide and international participation.
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Cooroora Masonic Lodge.
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King of the Mountain Race.

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