Commonwealth Acetate of Lime Factory

The factory on Colmslie Road contains several brick and timber buildings, including an evaporator house, alcohol still house, and engine room, built between 1917 and 1920.

The facility manufactured acetate of lime for ammunition production during World War I, using local sugar cane products to create cordite at the Maribyrnong Explosives Factory in Melbourne.

From 1949 to 1963, the buildings served as Colmslie Migrant Hostel, providing temporary housing for newcomers from Britain and Europe during Australia's post-war immigration program.

Located at 82 Colmslie Road, the property now operates as Hans Continental Smallgoods factory, producing various meat products for distribution across Australia.

This complex remains the only Commonwealth Arsenal factory constructed in Queensland before World War II, demonstrating the state's early involvement in national defense manufacturing.

Location: Queensland

GPS coordinates: -27.45140,153.08900

Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:03