Monday, 20 October 2025

Re: [TramsDownUnder] Hills Car 24

A great restoration which won the Bill Kingsley award for achievement at the recent conference of the tramway museums of Australasia.

Mal Rowe - impressed

On 19/10/2025 23:29, Kiwi Sand Pounder wrote:
Hi All,

I just found and joined this group so I'm sorry if this is out of line (get the joke ;) ) of me but I have some exciting news for y'all being Tram Enthusiasts like myself.

Hills Car #24 has officially finished it's beautiful restoration! The Tramway Heritage Society had the unveiling ceremony on Saturday so expect to see her on the Christchurch Loop on sunny days.

Even had a Gentleman making a speech who was given the chance as an 11 year old to operate her, you could see the inner kid come out as he spoke about a moment that outlasted Boon & Company's handiwork.

Sadly since it's been restored to a state fit for tourists, there is some modifications that have been made, E-Brakes and the like, but in the name of safety they had to be made.

I've got photos from the ceremony and videos if it's so desired.


KiwiSandPounder
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