Re: [TramsDownUnder] Hills Car 24

[Mal Rowe]

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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[Mick Duncan]

Gday  Kiwi Sand Pounder

Can you post some pics of 24 please

Cheers,    Mick

On 20/10/2025 7:10 pm, Kiwi Sand Pounder wrote:

It's some incredible handiwork so it's great it's been recognized. I didn't know there had been an award for it at COTMA but it is well deserved!

[Kiwi Sand Pounder]

Sorry it's taken me a bit to get back to you! Life got in the way.

I uploaded a video of the Opening Ceremony and when I get some time to grab the photos off my camera, I'll post em here for you.

Please excuse the hand shake and my laugh at the story Russel Kent told.
https://youtu.be/ixUI7rlbxvY