Events

A story of tragedy, guilt and redemption. On 15 October 1970 the West Gate Bridge collapsed under the feet of its workers. 35 men died.
Hear Enza Gandolfo discuss her beautifully moving novel, The Bridge, a work drawing on true events of the 1970 tragedy, Australia’s worst ever industrial accident.
It shows that even the most harrowing of situations can give way to forgiveness and redemption. Ultimately, it is a testament to survival and the resilience of the human spirit.