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* Several buildings occupy the site today.  
* Several buildings occupy the site today.  
* Peg Factory (1926 - 1975)
* Peg Factory (1926 to 1975)
* Pioneer Antiques (1975 - 1990+)
* Pioneer Antiques (1975 to 1994)
* New Norfolk Mowers & Chainsaws (-2008 - 2009+)
* New Norfolk Mowers & Chainsaws (- 2008 to 2009 +)
* Aqua Hydroponics  
* Aqua Hydroponics  
* 7K Distillery
* 7K Distillery

Latest revision as of 23:54, 14 August 2025

  • Several buildings occupy the site today.
  • Peg Factory (1926 to 1975)
  • Pioneer Antiques (1975 to 1994)
  • New Norfolk Mowers & Chainsaws (- 2008 to 2009 +)
  • Aqua Hydroponics
  • 7K Distillery
The original Peg Factory was opened in 1926 by the Pioneer Woodware Company and employed about 100 people, mostly women. In March 1948, the Peg Factory was burned to the ground. A new factory was built and opened in June 1949. (Photo courtesy of JJ Cowburn)
The Peg Factory closed in 1975 and an antique shop occupied the building for around 20 years. This photo was taken in 1995. (Photo courtesy of Mike Key)
New Norfolk Mowers & Chainsaws in 2009 (Photo courtesy of Google Maps)