Fitzroy Iron Works
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member fluffyfish
S 34° 26.877 E 150° 26.507
56H E 264973 N 6185205
This is the site of the first iron blast furnace to be operated in Australia.
Waymark Code: WM97BT
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 07/09/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member The Leprechauns
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This site is located in Mittagong, NSW, Australia. This blast furnace was located here due to the availability of iron ore. Unfortunately the iron works was not a success and was closed. But the site is credited with providing the foundation for successful ironmaking in Australia.
Dates of Operation: From: 01/01/1909 To: 12/31/1910

Website: Not listed
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