Historical information

Photograph of Z 5 taking on passengers in Bourke St at Swanston St, bound for "North Fitzroy - Park St Route No. 97", the destination used for North Fitzroy Depot. This section of Bourke St, after a short period of closure in 1973, would eventually be closed to through traffic in early 1978 for the slow development of the city Mall. On the safety zone with passengers is a safety zone conductor who collected fares before entry to prevent tram delays. He is without a cap, as the wearing of caps became optional from 1972. At right, a W class tram approaches and pedestrians including a man in shorts and long socks begin to cross with the lights. In the background are prominent signs for the Odeon Cinema, Centrepoint and Dunklings.

Significance

Yields information about Bourke St Mall in 1970s

Physical description

Black and white print with no note on rear