For centuries the railway has been a symbol of industrialisation, wealth and progress.

It seems fitting then that the new Royal Adelaide Hospital is being constructed alongside the railyard exiting from Adelaide’s train station.

I am reminded of the debate some years back of whether to refurbish the old Royal Adelaide Hospital or build a shiny new one.

I am glad progress prevailed.

Photo: Robert Rath, ‘Day 813, Progress’ 15s f/10 ISO400 15mm