Yallourn, a company town in Victoria, was established in the 1920s-1950s to accommodate employees of the State Electrical Commission of Victoria, overseeing the nearby Yallourn Power Station. The town’s layout drew inspiration from UK garden cities and incorporated designs by A.R. La Gerche and Walter Burley Griffin.
Houses featured a variety of external details and were roofed with distinct terracotta tiles from a nearby manufacturing plant. Placed on spacious 1000 m² plots, each with room for gardens and even horses, Yallourn fostered a strong community spirit supported by advanced public facilities funded by the S.E.C.V
At its zenith, Yallourn housed 5000 residents, but its closure in the 1980s was prompted by the expansion of a coal mine for the Yallourn W Power Station. The majority of the town’s houses were relocated to nearby areas such as Moe, Morwell, and Traralgon, retaining their characteristic designs and tiled roofs.
While most homes found new life, some were repurposed in developments, showcasing the potential for innovative conversions. Today, these transplanted Yallourn residences remain cherished by former residents, commemorating the town’s history and fostering a lasting connection.
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