Corporate Body

New South Wales Public Works Department (1941 - 1980s)

State of New South Wales

From
1941
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
To
1980s
Functions
Works and Advisory or regulatory body
Location
Sydney, New South Wales

Summary

The Public Works Department of New South Wales were responsible for the realization of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. They also regulated all other works in the state.

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 1856 - 1859 New South Wales Department of Lands and Public Works
       1859 - 1936 New South Wales Department of Public Works
             1941 - 1980s New South Wales Public Works Department

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