Episode 2 of 2
Inaugural Passenger Service
- When
- 3 May 1862
- Where
- Nelson city to port
The first passenger tram service ran on 3 May 1862, following the initial prohibition of passenger carriage in ore wagons.
Initially, the company prohibited carrying persons in wagons to maximize ore transport capacity. A horse-drawn tram was ordered from Keary and Company. Passenger stations were arranged in January 1862, leading to the inaugural service in May 1862.
Sources
- Dun Mountain Railway Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-04
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