Historical information

The Kew tram depot is located on the corner of Barkers Road and High Street, Kew. It is one of eight tram depots on the Melbourne tram network. The depot opened on 8 May 1915. The main yard has 12 covered roads. There are two tracks for trams leaving or entering via Barkers Road, and a single track connecting to High Street.

Physical description

Postcard produced c.1991 to commemorate 75 Years of Service of The Kew Depot (1915/16-1991). The postcard shows two trams at the depot. The details are included in the information provided on the reverse.

Inscriptions & markings

Kew Depot is ready for work
W Class 892 waits for its next duty while visiting
V Class 214 is ready for special work
Photo by R. J. Marsh
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