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Esk Butter Factory

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Esk Butter Factory was founded in 1904. The Dairy Co-Operative commenced operation in 1906. After burning down in 1926, the new factory re-opened 30th September 1927, operating until 30th April 1973. It was a mainstay of the Brisbane Valley dairy industry employing 20 staff. In 1956, butter from the factory wore the "Glenrock" brand.

Other NamesEsk Dairy CooperativeGlenrockTypeAgriculture & Food ProductionReferencesEsk Butter Factory Factsheet. Esk: Somerset Regional Council. (Held at Esk Library).

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SubjectsFactoriesFiresIndustriesDairiesCattleCreameriesAgricultureCreameryDairyCollectionAgricultureBusinessesRelated PlacesEskBrisbane ValleyRelated BusinessesDairy Co-OperativeRelated PeopleA. H. McConnelM. CallaghanGeo Coordinates^[1]Peters Street, Esk 4312

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