Alexandra Railway Bridge, Heritage railway bridge in Rockhampton, Australia

The Alexandra Railway Bridge crosses the Fitzroy River using five metal truss sections of varying lengths. A pedestrian walkway runs alongside the railway tracks on one side of the structure.

Built in 1898–1899 by contractor George Charles Willcocks to a design by Henry Charles Stanley, the bridge was part of the Rockhampton Junction Railway linking the Central Western line with North Rockhampton. It carried the first double-track railway outside the Brisbane–Ipswich area. The bridge was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.

The bridge shows how Queensland engineered its railway system as the region grew and developed its transport links. It became part of the story of how communities moved goods and people across the river.

The pedestrian walkway can be accessed from both sides of the river and offers a straightforward walk across. Wear comfortable shoes since you will be walking on metal grating and steel surfaces.

The bridge was the first double-track railway bridge outside the Brisbane–Ipswich area, built for the Rockhampton Junction Railway. Its contract went to George Charles Willcocks in 1897 at £43,471, and the double line from Stanley Street to North Rockhampton cost £65,137. The Lakes Creek Meatworks pushed for the double line, expecting livestock and goods traffic to justify the outlay.