51-55 Hamilton Road

• Several buildings occupy the site today.
• Peg Factory (1926 - 1975)
• Pioneer Antiques (1975 - 1990+)
• New Norfolk Mowers & Chainsaws (-2008 - 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)