Mandeville Bridge in Kaiapoi

I was fascinated by this copper sign depicting our native plants which lie along the banks of the Kaiapoi River. The Mandeville Footbridge was constructed in 1874 to provide access for pedestrians and school children across the Kaiapoi River as the main road bridge was unreliable. The bridge is named after the nearby Mandeville hotel which was damaged in the September 2010 earthquake, it has since been demolished and rebuilt.
 
A lovely walk along the river bank with daughter 'flying', quite breezy and rather warm. A day early for our grocery shop but just needed a few essentials after Christmas and leading into the New Year.
 
My last blip for this year, I'll be back next week sometime. 
 
I hope you all have a good 2015 - Happy New Year everyone!