Photograph - Z1.8 at Preston Workshops, Michael McLeod, c. 1989

Historical information

Photograph shows Z1 No. 8 (with "Special" indicated on the route banner and "1" on the route number box) at Preston Workshops. The tram is in an all-over advertising livery advertising libraries in Melbourne, with the slogan "Libraries are for everyone" printed across the length of the tram above the windows. The tram also had trolley poles installed. Photo by Michael McLeod.

Significance

Shows a now-withdrawn tram with obsolete equipment (i.e., trolley poles) and livery that advertised city services.

Physical description

Colour Photograph - Z1.8 at Preston Workshops

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