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This wooden model is a stylized W Class Melbourne tram. It has been made for the tourist souvenir market. Made from Australian timber by George Kob, c.1990s.

The model’s details include a trolley pole, rope, and lifeguard. It has “Melbourne” as a destination which was never used, and shows Route No. 8. Route 8 ran between Malvern and Brunswick along St. Kilda Road and Swanston Streets.

A wooden W Class Model
A wooden W Class Model

Photo Credits and Sources

  • W2 in Toorak Road photo by John Ward, 1970s.

 

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