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Category: Flashback

Buses of Ipswich during 1950

Posted on 2 July 201910 December 2019 by Nick Wilson in Flashback

This is another selection of photos taken by legendary bus enthusiast, Vic Hayes, during his time in Queensland between 1949 and 1950. In May 1950, the Ipswich Bus Service was … Continue reading Buses of Ipswich during 1950 →

Brisbane’s private bus operators in 1950

Posted on 1 May 201926 July 2020 by Nick Wilson in Flashback

Legendary bus enthusiast, Vic Hayes, resided in Brisbane between 1949 and 1950 and captured this excellent selection of private bus operators. The first motor bus service linking Manly and Brisbane … Continue reading Brisbane’s private bus operators in 1950 →

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