The History of Western Australia Number Plates
Western Australia has a long and interesting history when it comes to number plates. From the earliest days of motor vehicle registration in the state, number plates have been an important part of the process. Here is a brief overview of the history of Western Australia number plates.
Early Number Plates
The first motor vehicle registration in Western Australia began in 1905. At that time, the number plates issued were made from porcelain and were white with black lettering. The first number plate issued was WA-1, which was issued to a car owned by a Mr. W.A. Lefroy, who was the Premier at the time. The number plates were issued in sequence and had no distinguishing features other than their numbers.
Modern Number Plates
In recent years, Western Australia has adopted a more modern approach to number plates. The current design features a yellow background with black lettering and is made from aluminium rather than porcelain. The current design also includes a unique feature – an embossed kangaroo on the left side of the plate – which is used to distinguish it from other states’ plates. As well as this, each plate also includes a unique serial code which helps to identify it more easily.
Personalised Number Plates
In addition to standard issue number plates, Western Australia also offers personalised number plates for those who wish to add a personal touch to their vehicles. These are available in various styles and can be customised with names, initials or even slogans depending on what you would like your plate to say.
Overall, Western Australia has come a long way since its early days of motor vehicle registration and its number plates have evolved significantly over time. From porcelain plates with no distinguishing features to modern aluminium ones with unique serial codes and embossed kangaroos, they are now an integral part of the state’s identity and help to make driving around WA that much more enjoyable.
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