1845 First Bridge in Melbourne Melbourne Vessels Photograph by Charles Nettleton

Photograph by Charles Nettleton

located on the corner of Williams and Little Collins Streets

where Eaton began work

Paul's Cathedral

1845 First Bridge in Melbourne Melbourne Vessels Photograph by Charles NettletonA drawing of the plans for the proposed First Bridge for Melbourne in 1845, designed by David Lennox. Melbourne was settled in 1835 on the north side of the Yarra, but as the city grew north and south, there was no permanent crossing point of the Yarra River. Over time various punt and ferry operators were granted licences to ferry people and other traffic across the river. Discussions regarding the need for a bridge were commenced around 1842, with