Historical information

One of a series of photographs donated by the City Engineer of the former City of Kew, relating to road works. The photos variably include council workers, signage and equipment.

Significance

One of a series of photographs of core local government services as practised by the City of Kew. The photographs are an accurate record of street works of the period.

Physical description

Original black and white photographic positive of a sign advertising roadworks in the City of Kew. The photograph was probably taken in what was then the Kew Council Depot on the corner of High and Disraeli Streets. The sign reads: "City of Kew / Roadworks in Progress / High Street - Belford Road to Derby St. / Duration of works May to Aug 77 / Motorists are advised to use alternative route".