Geelong B Signal Box
Line: Geelong and Warrnambool
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Opened: May 26, 1884
Closed: December 10, 1989
Originally known as Geelong A until 1903, and Geelong B until 1909, signal box Geelong B was opened in 1884 with the provision of signal interlocking to Geelong Station. It was also known as 'Railway Terrace' box and was located on the south-eastern side of the level crossing. Originally provided with a 25 lever frame, this signal box controlled the down end of Geelong Station from the platforms to the tunnel.
A new 30 lever frame was provided in 1889, and 1917 saw a new 50 lever frame provided when the signal box was relocated to the end of platforms 2 and 3, along with a reconfiguration of the down end of the station. This signal box still remains today, although boarded up.
1989 saw the final round of changes when Geelong B was abolished and the centre platform road in the station removed. A panel was provided at Geelong A to control the area, and the signalling on the short distance of line between Geelong and South Geelong was altered to be under the control of Geelong.
Events
May 26, 1884 | Opened |
December 10, 1989 | Closed |
Line Opened
November 25, 1876 | Line opened Geelong to Winchelsea |
Safeworking
May 9, 1892 | Staff and Ticket provided Geelong B - South Geelong |
March 29, 1900 | Large Electric Staff provided Geelong B - South Geelong |
June 20, 1928 | Miniature Electric Staff provided Geelong B - South Geelong |
Photos
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Western side of the boxAugust 2, 2009 |
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Windows now boarded upAugust 30, 2005 |
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