Historical information

Black and white photograph of W2 488 east bound in Victoria Parade with the destination of Kew Post Office. The tram was built in Feb. 1928 and fitted with route number boxes in 4/1930. The Victoria Parade line was opened to electric trams on 15/9/1929, dating the photo to a short period of time, early 1930s. The photos shows established hedgerows that were planted along the tram track.

Significance

Yields information about the then new Victoria Parade tramway and tram 488.

Physical description

Black and white print with details on the rear.

Inscriptions & markings

Sutcliffe Photographers stamp.