Just before midday on October 15 1970, a 2,000 tonne span of the partially completed West Gate Bridge collapsed into the Yarra River below. This horrifying incident cost the lives of 35 men and injured many more. Today, 50 years on, we remember. | WorkSafe Victoria
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Just before midday on October 15 1970, a 2,000 tonne span of the partially completed West Gate Bridge collapsed into the Yarra River below. This horrifying incident cost the lives of 35 men and injured many more. Today, 50 years on, we remember. | WorkSafe Victoria
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This Week in History: Collapse of the West Gate Bridge - ABC listen
This Week in History: Collapse of the West Gate Bridge - ABC listen
Oct 15, 2017
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On 15 October 1970 at 11.50am Melbourne’s history changed forever. The West Gate Bridge collapse is the worst industrial construction disaster to occur in our state’s history. Today we pay our respects to the 35 workers who lost their lives and those who have been impacted by this tragedy forever, and remember why it is so important to fight everyday for the safety of our members. | CFMEU Vic-Tas
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On 15 October 1970 at 11.50am Melbourne’s history changed forever. The West Gate Bridge collapse is the worst industrial construction disaster to occur in our state’s history. Today we pay our respects to the 35 workers who lost their lives and those who have been impacted by this tragedy forever, and remember why it is so important to fight everyday for the safety of our members. | CFMEU Vic-Tas
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On 15 October 1970, Melbourne’s West Gate Bridge collapsed during construction, killing 35 workers in what remains Australia’s worst industrial accident. The disaster occurred when engineers attempted to correct a misalignment between two bridge segments by loading them with concrete blocks. The span buckled, and 2000 tonnes of concrete and steel fell 50 metres into the Yarra River and surrounding industrial yards. Many of the victims were on their lunch break in workers' huts underneath the bri
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On 15 October 1970, Melbourne’s West Gate Bridge collapsed during construction, killing 35 workers in what remains Australia’s worst industrial accident. The disaster occurred when engineers attempted to correct a misalignment between two bridge segments by loading them with concrete blocks. The span buckled, and 2000 tonnes of concrete and steel fell 50 metres into the Yarra River and surrounding industrial yards. Many of the victims were on their lunch break in workers' huts underneath the bri
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Anniversary of the West Gate Bridge collapse
Anniversary of the West Gate Bridge collapse
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Killing 35, the collapse of two spans of the West Gate Bridge in 1970 remains Australia's worst industrial accident. | The Age
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Killing 35, the collapse of two spans of the West Gate Bridge in 1970 remains Australia's worst industrial accident. | The Age
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West Gate Bridge collapse 50th anniversary
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Dozens have gathered to mourn the victims of the West Gate Bridge collapse, 50 years ago. A memorial service for the 35 workers killed is on hold, but that didn't stop survivors and relatives remembering. www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS | 7NEWS Melbourne
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Tomorrow marks the 47th Anniversary of the West Gate Bridge collapse, Australia's worst industrial disaster that claimed 35 lives. Made 40 years later, this video features interviews, photos and footage to tell the story of how it all happened and what the impact was on workers and their families. Join the commemoration, 11:30am Sunday 15th October 2017 at the West Gate Memorial, Spotswood. | CFMEU Vic-Tas
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National Film & Sound Archive of Australia on Instagram: "On 15 October 1970, Melbourne’s West Gate Bridge collapsed during construction, killing 35 workers in what remains Australia’s worst industrial accident. The disaster occurred when engineers attempted to correct a misalignment between two bridge segments by loading them with concrete blocks. The span buckled, and 2000 tonnes of concrete and steel fell 50 metres into the Yarra River and surrounding industrial yards. Many of the victims wer
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50 years on and for those who worked on the West Gate Bridge, the memories of its collapse are as vivid as ever. This week, we remember those who went to work and never came home. | WorkSafe Victoria
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The Untold Tragedy of Australia's West Gate Bridge Collapse: A Disaster Forgotten by History"
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West Gate Bridge Disaster: The Untold Stories is a documentary that myself, Nicole Bardy and Ariel White have produced which airs tonight on NINE at 7:30pm in Melbourne only (available on 9Now after the broadcast). On this very day 50 years ago, 35 men died in an avoidable disaster. Our thoughts are with the families who lost so much in Australia's largest ever industrial accident. We hope our documentary serves you well. | Shane Jacobson
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Rob Reacts to... The West Gate Bridge Collapse - Melbourne 1970
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Tommy Watson was there the day the West Gate Bridge collapsed. He watched his mates fall to their death and it changed his life forever. This is his story. Join us to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the tragic collapse of the West Gate Bridge and pay tribute to our to our fallen comrades. Date: Wednesday 15th October Time: 11.30 am Where: Gather under the bridge on Douglas Parade, Spotswood. Refreshments will be provided after the ceremony at the Pirates Tavern (rear, 82 Nelson Place, Willia
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