Bendigo Gas Works

Coal Gas was manufactured here from 1860 to 1973.

The original works were constructed during 1859-1860 under the direction of engineer Alexander K Smith and developed in a period of growth by W A Simco, General Manager 1922-1939.

The works were operated by the Bendigo Gas Company until purchased by the Gas and Fuel Corporation in 1958 at which time they were supplying 3,500 consumers.

The site is an internationally significant example of an entire provincial Gasworks.

Steam Driven Exhauster at Bendigo Gasworks
Source: Miles Pierce

The horizontal retorts at the Bendigo Gasworks

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Engineering Heritage Recognition Program

Marker Type	Historic Engineering Marker (HEM)
Award Date	21 September 1995
Heritage Significance	Coal gas was manufactured here 1860 to 1973. The works were operated by the Bendigo Gas company until purchase in 1958 by the gas & Fuel Corporation. This site is a rare example of an entire provincial gasworks.
Nomination Document	Available here.
Ceremony Booklet Ceremony Report	Not available
Plaque/Interpretation Panel Image	Not available