Bendigo, home of the world’s first yarn bombed tram!

A visit to Bendigo Tramways throughout Winter is guaranteed to brighten up your day and put a smile on your face. It is here that you will find the world’s first yarn bombed tram.

Yarn art

Decorated both inside and out with hand-made crochet bunting, seat covers, blankets and cushions, the yarn bombed tram is a feast for the eyes.

The tram is decorated by an anonymous group of needling ninja’s, who have been brightening up the streets of Bendigo with an explosion of colours, shapes and textures for the past seven years.

Like a well-tailored suit, the moving masterpiece is a testament to the craftsmanship that has been poured into its design and creation.

See Bendigo in style

The yarn bombed tram forms part of Bendigo Tramways Vintage Talking Tram fleet, sharing entertaining stories about the city founded on one of the world's richest goldfields while passing grand architecture and iconic monuments like the impressive Alexandra Fountain. 

Be sure to include a guided tour of Australia's oldest operating Tram Depot. A guided tour provides students with insight into Bendigo’s transport history and demonstrates how technology changed the transport landscape over the years. Your group will also see first-hand the craftsmanship and techniques that are involved in restoring each tram to its former glory.

Take a ride on the yarn bombed tram

The yarn bombed tram will be on the tracks throughout Winter. Please phone 5443 8322 to arrange a private charter for your school group.