Ross River Meatworks Chimney, Industrial chimney in Idalia, Australia
The Ross River Meatworks Chimney reaches 31 meters in height and features an 8.6-meter firebox, standing prominently against the Townsville skyline.
Built in 1891, this structure served Queensland's first purpose-built meat freezing works, which processed livestock from Queensland, Northern Territory, and Western Australia.
The chimney witnessed major labor movements, including the 1919 industrial action when workers opposed compulsory arbitration through direct negotiations with management.
Visitors can observe the brick chimney from the Ross River Bridge while driving south or access the site via a bike path along Ross Creek.
The structure maintains its original red facebrick exterior and stands as the sole remaining element of what was once Australasia's largest meat processing facility.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -19.30510,146.80400
Latest update: March 20, 2025 04:11
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