Geelong Telegraph Station
Photographs by Peter Glenane
Photographs by Peter Glenane
Photographs by Peter Glenane
The Property
Geelong Telegraph Station was built in 1857-8 following the establishment of a telegraph line between Melbourne and Geelong and was the centre of communications in the district. The property shares a link to Corio Bay’s maritime history through its recognisable timeball – once released at 1pm every day to enable the people of Geelong, and shipmasters in the harbour, to get an accurate time reading.
Working Heritage began managing Geelong Telegraph Station in 2006 and has since undertaken extensive conservation of the building’s significant Barrabool freestone masonry.
Current Use
The building is currently used by the Geelong Arts Centre as offices.
Visiting the Site
The interior of the building is currently closed for visitation.
Acknowledgment
Working Heritage acknowledges that the Geelong Telegraph Station is situated on the land of the Wadawurrung peoples.
