Public transport history and heritage

The Department of Transport is helping preserve Victoria's rich transport history and heritage to make it available for future generations.

Quick guide to Public transport history & heritage

Public transport history—a brief history of the development of public transport in Victoria

Celebrating Victoria's railway history—an overview of the significant milestones

City Loop history—resources about the construction of the Loop including photos, videos and a timeline

Melbourne Tram Museum—the Hawthorn Tram Depot has been transformed into a museum for the heritage tram fleet

History of Flinders Street Station—the history of Australia's best-known railway station

Early history of Southern Cross Station—the growth and development of one of Victoria's most important railway stations

History of Transport mural at Southern Cross Station—the famous mural depicting the first 100 years of transport in Victoria has been restored.

Public transport history and heritage media releases—Government media releases about Victoria's transport heritage