Ford Motor Company Complex, Geelong
Ford Motor Company Complex, Geelong, Automotive assembly plant in Norlane, Australia.
The Ford Motor Company Complex features steel-framed factory buildings with red brick facades and a laneway marked by Canary Island Palms at Melbourne Road.
The facility began operations in 1925 as one of Ford's first major overseas manufacturing sites, producing Model T cars for the Australian market.
The factory employed over 5000 workers by 1953, including numerous immigrants who contributed to Victoria's manufacturing sector during post-war reconstruction.
The industrial complex, located at 365-455 Melbourne Road in Norlane, remains accessible for educational tours focused on automotive manufacturing heritage.
Six Canary Island Palm trees line the entrance laneway, creating a distinguished approach to this Victorian Heritage Register listed industrial compound.
Location: City of Greater Geelong
Location: Victoria
Inception: 1925
Address: 365-455 Melbourne Road Norlane VIC 3214
GPS coordinates: -38.10069,144.35564
Latest update: September 27, 2025 15:22
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