When Newcastle had Australia's longest tram route.

Here's a really interesting look at the very extensive tram network that used to exist in Newcastle, stretching as far west as West Wallsend and as far south as Lake Macquarie.

Sadly, the original tram network was ripped up in 1950.

https://youtu.be/9bH91LlJOA?si=517R6YKXntDIf5LF

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