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Ballarat Tramway Museum
Photograph - Colour Photograph/s, Simon Jenkins, 10/09/1999 12:00:00 AM
Colour print of the ex MMTB scrubber tram 8W and the BTM tower truck at the old loop, Wendouree Parade, following the arrival of the tram in Ballarat on 10/9/1999 . Appeared in the November 1999 issue of Trolley Wire on Page 30 - see also caption for further details. Photo on Kodak paper. Photo by Simon Jenkins. Photo has Alastair Reither cleaning the tram and Andrew Mitchell looking on. Mark McKay in the tower truck, with Warren Doubleday relocating the overhead.In blue ink "Scrubber 8W and Overhead Tower Wagon No. 14 at old loop 10/9/1999" In centre of photo on rear is label with "Photo / Same Size", crop marks and a yellow sticker with "39" written on it.btm, wendouree parade, scrubber tram, tower truck, tram 8w -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Photograph - Colour Photograph/s, Simon Jenkins, 10/09/1999 12:00:00 AM
Colour print of the ex MMTB scrubber tram 8W being towed across, Wendouree Parade by W3 661, following the arrival of the tram in Ballarat on 10/9/1999 . Appeared in the November 1999 issue of Trolley Wire on Page 30 - see also caption for further details. Photo on Kodak paper. Photo by Simon Jenkins.In blue ink "W3 661 towing 8W to the Depot 10/9/1999" In centre of photo on rear is label with "Photo / Same Size", crop marks and a yellow sticker with "40" written on it.btm, wendouree parade, scrubber tram, towing trams, tram 8w -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Document - Photocopy, Frank Puls, "Hold your horses for tram plan study", "Horse Trams even better", Feb. 1996
Photo copy of two letters to the Editor of The Courier on a single sheet of paper, collected by Frank Puls. Has Frank's address stamp on the right hand edge. 1. Saturday 3/2/1996 written by Peter Hiscock, Chairman Ballarat Tourism Board replying to D.H. Woodward's (notes as former councillor) letter of 31/1/1996 (item 1468), commenting that the study should be done before knocking the project. Notes that the questions are valid, but the study should be done. Notes that Mr. Woodward has opposed many heritage projects. See also Reg. item 1469 for original of the cutting. 2. Monday 5/2/1996 written by E.Calis of Ballarat, suggest that horse trams should be considered, or a horse and wagon. Both cuttings have handwritten date and newspaper name on the top.trams, tramways, letter to the editor, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, The Courier Ballarat, "Ballarat tram turns heads in Melbourne", 8/03/1996 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper clipping from The Courier, Ballarat, Friday 8 March, 1996 with story and picture by Alison Wynd of BTM Tram 671 running in Melbourne on the City Circle tram route. Has Flinders St. station in the background. Tram is leaving the safety zone at corner of Flinders and Swanston, eastbound in Flinders St. Quotes Warren Doubleday. 1494..1 - actual clipping 1494.2 - photocopy of the page from the Ballarat Courier - was on page 3.trams, tramways, btm, melbourne, city circle, city of ballarat -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, N. Hill, "Off the rails about our trams", 27/03/1996 12:00:00 AM
Letters to the Editor of The Courier, Ballarat, of 27/3/1996, titled "Off the rails about our trams" written by N. Hill of Skipton St. Ballarat responding to a letter from M. Sargent of March 9 see Reg. Item 1498. Supports the return of trams to Ballarat. On the bottom of the cutting, a piece of tape has been added to add newspaper details.On the bottom edge " Ballarat Courier WED 27/3/96".letter to the editor, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, D. Stabb, "Trams possible but not desirable", 24/04/1996 12:00:00 AM
Letters to the Editor of The Courier, Ballarat, of 24/4/1996 written by D. Stabb of Clyde St. Ballarat hoping that no one will fund a feasibility study of trams in Ballarat, undesirable, interfere with motorists and pedestrians, use buses "to get people back into the centre of our lovely city."In the top right hand corner "The Courier 24/4/96".letter to the editor, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, The Courier Ballarat, "Study into demand for Ballarat trams", 27/05/1996 12:00:00 AM
Item from the Ballarat Courier of 27/5/1996, quoting Peter Hiscock that tenders would be called within the next two months to carry out a marketing study on the viability of a tourist-oriented service. Notes tie with the feasibility study which would look at the engineering aspects.In the bottom right hand corner "Courier 27/5/96".marketing study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, M. Sargent, "Use tram money for employment schemes", 9/03/1996 12:00:00 AM
Letters to the Editor of The Courier, Ballarat, of 9/3/1996 written by M. Sargent of Mt. Clear saying that the money use to bring trams back to Ballarat would be a waste of money and should be spent on schemes to help the long term unemployed. Also any work would cause disruption, roundabouts to be rebuilt, and countless accidents. Has been cut from the newspaper and the one long column of print cut into three and taped into a single squarer sheet of paper.In the top right hand corner "The Ballarat Courier 9/3/96".letter to the editor, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, Lorrie Brown, "Tram plan derailed by lack of funding", 16/11/1996 12:00:00 AM
Item from the Ballarat Courier of 16/11/1996 written by Lorrie Brown quoting Peter Hiscock, chairman of the Ballarat Tourism Board that the funding for the feasibility study into the plan to re-introduce trams back to Ballarat, was still awaiting funding support from the State Government. Looks at the route outlines and the trams in Christchurch. Peter expressed surprise that the Ballarat Council had not lent its financial support. Includes a photo of Peter in a reflective mood. Item on Page 2 of the Courier.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper - Newspaper Headline Display Banner sheet, The Courier Ballarat, "Federal aid for tram plan", 4/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Ballarat Courier shop display headline banner sheet for Saturday January 4, 1997 with "The Courier" logo and the words "FEDERAL AID FOR TRAM PLAN" in large print. Copy 1 - has "Bridge Mall Newsagency, 68-70 Bridge Mall, Ballarat 3350 phone 3133 52"stamp on top, on off white paper. Copy 2 - on yellowish paper and some creases. Copy 3 - on white paper, but slightly yellowed.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, Elise Sullivan, "Govt help for our tram plan", 4/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Front page of The Courier, Ballarat Saturday 4/1/1997 written by Elise Sullivan about the announcement the previous day that the Federal Government announced a grant of $20,000 for a feasibility study into the return of trams to Ballarat. Grant announced by Ballarat MHR, Michael Ronaldson. Also quotes Ballarat Tourism Board Executive Director Andrew McEvoy that the news of the grant was "fantastic". Item continues onto the top right hand corner of page 2. Mr. McEvoy said that further money was required for the study. Also includes a small photo of Andrew McEvoy.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, Alison Wynd, "Ballarat trams must pay their own way: Hiscock", 7/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Item written by Alison Wynd in The Courier, Ballarat, page 7 on 7/1/1997 reporting on a statement by the Chairman of the Ballarat Tourism Board, Peter Hiscock that trams would have run profitably if they were reintroduced to Ballarat Streets. Comments on possible staging, tourist and engineering studies and market. Includes a photo of SEC No. 31 with a Victoria St. destination at the junction in Bridge St with the Mount Pleasant line, with a women stepping from the tram. An adjacent item reports on the appointment of Robin Cooper as Victorian Transport Minister to replace Mr Alan Brown.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival, transport minister -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, Angela Carey, "Support for trams - Visitors like the idea but residents shy at the cost.", 9/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Item written by Angela Carey in The Courier, Ballarat, page 1 on 9/1/1997 reporting on a survey by the Courier the previous day. Response to the question "Do you think Ballarat City Council should spend money to bring trams back to Ballarat?" Yes - 71%, No - 24% and unsure - 3%. Gives a breakdown between residents and visitors and general comments.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival, surveys -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, R. Grange, "Trams low on the priority list", 14/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Letter to the Editor of The Courier, Ballarat 14/1/1997 R. Grange, York St. Ballarat questioning the priorities at looking at the return of trams to Ballarat Street, against other works. Project would be mainly for the benefit of Sovereign Hill."Ballarat Courier 14/1/97" in blue ink on bottom of cutting and stamped - "Frank Puls, 164 Humffray St. Nth, Ballarat 3350, Victoria, Australia, 13 Jan. 1997" in green and blue ink.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival, letter to the editor -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, P.H. Dixon, "Another view on trams", 16/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Letter to the Editor of The Courier, Ballarat 16/1/1997 P.H. Dixon, Parker St. Ballarat saying that he supports the concept, but that horse drawn vehicles should be considered as well and looking for feedback."Ballarat Courier 16/1/97" in blue ink on bottom of cutting and stamped - "Frank Puls, 164 Humffray St. Nth, Ballarat 3350, Victoria, Australia," in green ink.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival, letter to the editor -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, Gabrielle Hodson, "Tram costs put at $1.3m a km", 18/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Item written by Gabrielle Hodson in The Courier, Ballarat, page 6 on 18/1/1997 quoting a figure provided by Dave Macartney of the BTM that tram tracks could cost about $1.3m / km. This is for single track compared to about $1.9m/km in Melbourne for double track. Notes comments by Andrew McEvoy of the Ballarat Tourism Board and spokesman for the new Victorian Transport Minister, Gavin Clancy. Also has a cartoon by Burns - titled "The Affordability" Item has been cut so the date and paper details are on a narrow folded strip attached to the main item."Frank Puls" in blue ink in the top right hand corner.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival, transport minister -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, The Courier Ballarat, "Horse drawn trams a cheaper option", 18/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper clipping from The Courier, Ballarat 16/1/1997 page 28, Saturday Magazine, In Retrospect Section, featuring two postcards from the past and associated story expanding on Mr. Phil Dixon's letter to the Courier (Reg. Item 1506) about the possible use of horse trams instead of electric trams in Ballarat. Item compiled by Lorrie Brown. Item title "Horse drawn trams a cheaper option". Features two postcards: 1 - Horse tram No. 5 by A. Ronalds Vine Hotel, Macarthur St. Ballarat. 2. Horse tram ascending Sturt St. by Camp St. on the north side of Sturt Street with buildings in the background.horse trams, ballarat revival, sturt st, vine hotel -
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Newspaper, P. Shaw and Moola St. Ballarat, "Lake trams must top priority", 30/01/1997 12:00:00 AM
Letter to the Editor of The Courier, Ballarat 30/1/1997 written by P. Shaw of Moola St. Ballarat stating the it is more important that the trams go around the lake rather than going into the City."Courier 30/1/97" in blue ink on bottom edge.feasibility study, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival, lake wendouree -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, J. Parkin and Oakbank and Bungaree, "Modern City or a museum?", 22/02/1997 12:00:00 AM
Letter to the Editor of The Courier Ballarat, page 26, 22/2/1997 written by J. Parkin "Oakbank" Bungaree concerning the recent newspaper space given to the Lydiard St. railway gates issue and the return of trams to Ballarat. Refers to a previous possibility of reviving the Buninyong Line for tourist purposes. No objection to trams around the lake. Has newspaper details stapled along left hand edge."Sat 22/297" in top left hand corner.lydiard st. gates, ballarat revival, buninyong railway -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, Paul Nolan and Glenn Shields, "Jenkins calls for tourist trolleys on our streets", 26/2//1997
Article in The Courier, Ballarat 26/2/1997, page 3, written by Paul Nolan reporting on the proposals by Paul Jenkins MLA for Ballarat West that motor buses dressed as "trolleys" be used to transport visitors around Ballarat prior to the reintroduction of trams to Ballarat streets. Features a computer image by Glenn Shields of on the Disneyland "trolleys" superimposed on the photo of the Ballarat Town Hall. (btm1511i1) and a cartoon by Burns (btm1511i2)."Wednesday February 26 1997 pg3" in blue ink along top right hand edge.tourist bus, ballarat city tramway, ballarat revival, disneyland -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Newspaper, The Courier Ballarat, "Trams in Ballarat - Would you like to see that?", 19/05/1997 12:00:00 AM
Item in the Education Section of The Courier Ballarat, Monday 19/5/1997 giving a background to the trams in Ballarat and asking a series of questions for students to consider. Information given was comments by local residents for and against, questions, suggested routes, use of horse trams, map and a photo of SEC No. 31 at the junction of Mt. Pleasant and Victoria St. routes. Has newspaper details stapled to the top right hand corner of item.An "X" in the top left hand corner.education, ballarat revival, horse trams, students -
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Newspaper, The Courier Ballarat, "Enjoy a grandstand view of the Lake", 20/06/2000 12:00:00 AM
Newspaper cutting from The Courier, Page 14, Tuesday 20/6/2000 detailing operation of the BTM Wendouree Parade service during the June 2000 school holidays. Gives details of the operation, contact details (Stephen Butler). Accompanying is a photo of trams 40, 671, 13 and 26 at the Gardens Loop during Boxing Day 1999 and a two column wide advertisement for the BTM offering a free souvenir Badge Offer. See images for advertisement and photo. (Note very few badges were distributed)btm, school holidays, advertisements, gardens loop -
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Ephemera - Tour Booking Form, Ballarat Tramway Museum (BTM), "Trams at Night", Jun. 2000
A5 brochure or tour booking form for BTM's "Trams at Night" show as part of the Ballarat Winter Festival 2000. Details shows of July 14, 2000 (did not take place) and July 21. Details fares, starting times, booking details and event. See July 2000 Fares Please! for details of the event on July 21. Produced by photocopy. See Fares Please! July 2000.btm, winter festival, trams at night, brochures -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Document - Form/s, Ballarat Tramway Preservation Society (BTPS), "Ballarat Tramway Preservation Society Limited - Volunteers Worker's Indemnity", c1973
Stencil typed, Duplicated forms on 1/2 quarto size paper to act as BTPS Ltd. Volunteer Workers Indemnity. See also Reg. Item 933.1 for earlier version of this form - un-incorporated Society.Niltrams, tramways, btps, volunteers, indemnity -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Photograph - Black & White Photograph/s, Dave Macartney, 21/04/1962 12:00:00 AM
Black and white photograph for SEC trams 18 and 37 at the Carlton St. Loop, Northbound in Wendouree Parade on 21/4/1962. Tram 18 is showing destination of "Gardens via Sturt St. West". Also has an "The Age" advertisement on drivers panel. Two crew members standing alongside the tram. Can see the Olympic monument in the background.In red ink on rear of photograph in three of the four corners "18 and 37 Carlton St. 21-4-62", "Keystone Ballarat" and "Neg 662-10".trams, tramways, carlton st, wendouree parade, crossing loop, keystone, tram 18, tram 37 -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Photograph - Black & White Photograph/s, Dave Macartney, 23/12/1967 12:00:00 AM
Black and white photograph of part of SEC tram 41 reflected in the one of the mirrors of J. Reid and Sons Ballarat Coffee Palace in Lydiard St. North Ballarat. Photo taken 23-12-1967. Three copies of print on file - copies 1 and 2 127H x 177W and copy 3 - 89h x 140W.In red ink on rear of photograph in three of the four corners "41 Reid's 23-12-67", "Keystone Ballarat" and "Neg 1467-11".trams, tramways, reid's coffee palace, mirror, lydiard st. north, tram 41 -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Ephemera - Ticket/s, Milldean Press, All Day Ticket, Aug. 2000
Booklet of 10, Ballarat Tramway Museum "All Day Tickets" Nos. A002001 - 002010 - on heavy pale yellow card with days of month along the top and bottom and months alongside. Printed with days of month and months in green ink and ticket number overprinted in black ink. Stapled with two staples on left hand edge. Individual tickets have a perforated edge along the left hand side. Has a white paper protection cover on front and heavy light grey cardboard back. Printed 8/2000 by Milldean Press to replace previous All Day Tickets which were in the name of the Ballarat Vintage Tramway.trams, tramways, tickets, btm, all day tickets -
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Photograph - Black & White Photograph/s, Earl Ewers, 8/10/2000 12:00:00 AM
Colour photograph by Earl Ewers of BTM Ballarat No. 33 at Gardens Loop, northbound while running the BTM Members special on 8/10/2000. Tram showing Special. Photo used in the November 2000 issue of Fares Please!. On Kodak Royal Paper.trams, tramways, btm, gardens loop, wendouree parade, agm, tram 33 -
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Magazine, Australian Electric Traction Association (AETA), "Electric Traction", Sep. 1971
September 1971 issue of Electric Traction, Vol XXVI No. 9 - featuring Adelaide H364 on front cover. Sixteen pages, orange banner on front cover. Articles feature Adelaide's "H" class cars facelift, Advertising on Melbourne trams (all over advertising cars) and in Search of Gold (Gold minifying traction railways) by A.L Be Bee. On page 7 is an item on the closure of Ballarat, in particular Victoria St and Gardens via Drummond St. North lines and last cars, replacement bus services and details of future closes. Also an advertisement for "The Ballarat Tramways" book by K.S.Kings. trams, tramways, closure, melbourne, adelaide -
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Magazine, Australian Electric Traction Association (AETA), "Electric Traction", Oct. 1971
October 1971 issue of Electric Traction, Vol XXVI No. 10 - featuring Ballarat No. 13 and Davis Bus Lines new bus, both showing destination of Victoria St. on front cover. Note the bus destination uses "Victoria 7" , while the tram has "Victoria St." Sixteen pages, orange banner on front cover. Articles feature closure of Ballarat, Lightweight Electric Intra-City Transit systems and in Search of Gold (Gold minifying traction railways) by A.L Be Bee. On page 8 is an article written by K.S.Kings on the closure of Ballarat, giving details of last services, trams operated, and dates. Features two photos, No. 40 approaching the depot on the final run, 19/9/1971, photo of last tram from Sebastopol at Rubicon St., photo of No. 36 operating in Melbourne during tourism week. Details of this are given in Melbourne news on page 2. See images for these photos. See magazine for photographer details etc.trams, tramways, closure, ballarat, melbourne