From the Footbridge
The Wangaratta Railway Station Complex was constructed in 1874 by R Vincent.
It is historically and architecturally significant to the State of Victoria.
Subsequently it is....
A Heritage Listed Location
Part of the complex seen here is the large four-storey brick water supply system.
Its significance being...
It is a substantially intact example of the large railway water towers constructed during the late 19th century to facilitate the operation of the now long gone....
Steam engines.
Today, it remains a lovely reminder of the skill and craftsmanship of the men who constructed it in a bygone era.
Circa 1920 with the top of the water tower in the background to the left.
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