Federal Mills @ Pivot City

33 Mackey ST, North Geelong

Federal Mills: Geelong’s Premier Professional Precinct

Originally built in 1915, Federal Mills quickly became one of the region’s most significant employers—well before the arrival of industrial giants like Ford and International Harvester. Fast forward to today, and this historic site has undergone a remarkable transformation.

Since 2013, we’ve revitalised the once-derelict complex into a dynamic hub for a wide range of B2B and B2C businesses, spanning diverse industries. Now home to more jobs than at any other point in its 100+ year history, Federal Mills has become a symbol of Geelong’s modern resurgence—earning a heritage award in the process.

As a key part of the Pivot City Innovation District, the precinct was also honoured with UDIA Australia’s ‘Best Urban Renewal’ award in 2021, further cementing its status as a benchmark for visionary development.

Discover what makes this Geelong’s most exciting professional precinct.

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SUITABLE FOR: Office / Hospitality / Showroom / Retail / Health & Wellness

PARKS: 1000

INTERNET: 1000^MBS

NABERS: 5.5

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS

An Exciting, Vibrant Business Precinct
Stylish & Modular Office Spaces
4,000 sqm of garden spaces
Onsite bakery, cafe, restaurant & bar, distillery, gym, brewery
A fully-tenanted community of thought leaders

2022 UDIA Award Winner:

Best Urban Renewal Project
(National)

2021 UDIA Award Winner:

Best Urban Renewal Project
(Victoria)

2021 UDIA Award Winner:

Best Regional Project
(Victoria)

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Gallery:

Alt text: A historic red-brick building with large industrial-style windows and an aged sign reading "FEDERAL WOOLLEN MILLS" in raised lettering on its facade. The structure features decorative concrete details and an emblem with the initials "FWM" on the side. In the foreground, green foliage and purple flowers partially frame the building, while parked cars and power lines are visible in the background. The sky is clear and blue

Large black sign standing on the right side with "Federal Mills" and directions printed on the front, wide concrete path running of into the distance, with a brick and timber bench seat running up the side. Perfectly manicured bushes line the edges of the path, Trees looked after by Hamilton Group Landscaping crew

Long timber table with black steel fabricated legs, surrounded by white chairs, in the back is a bar area with multiple beer taps and a shelf full of drinks above the bar is a sign saying 'Milk Bar' Hamilton Group Geelong

Large black "federal Mills" sign on two tall posts, lush green trees either side and blue sky in the background with one single white cloud, created by Hamilton Geelong

Old brass sign screwed onto a white backing plate made of timber, the sign has "Federal Woollen Mills Limited" in graved in black across the front. The sign its is sitting on draftsman drawings and multiple gold coins are scattered around the page. Hamilton Group Approach

Lush green grass with dirt paths going in different directions, fabricated steel feature piece in the centre, surrounded by large green trees. Red brick chimney stands in the background in front of a clear blue sky. Gardens by Hamilton Green

Open air walk way surrounded by lush green plants and trees, black exposed trusses above, red brick walls filled with tbar windows on the left and a full window wall on the right, Hamilton Group Construction

Minimalist reception area featuring a curved marble desk, warm wood accents, exposed brick walls, and industrial style windows. A modern, elegant workspace with natural lighting curated by Hamilton Spaces

Clothing design workshop with inviting steel frame glass double doors surrounded by T-bar windows all completed by Harris Fab

Long office space with multiple double desks running up the centre, each set of desks features some plants to add some life, running down the left side is a tbar window wall separating small office spaces, Hamilton Group Geelong

Industrial red brick buildings either side, winding concrete path through the middle with plants and trees bordering each side, Clear blue skies over-head, Gardens by Hamilton landscaping

A black rectangular sign with white text reading 'WEST MILLS' and a left-pointing arrow, mounted on a metal bracket extending from a red brick building. A tree with green leaves partially frames the left side of the image, and a clear blue sky is visible in the background.

A revitalised industrial walkway with red brick walls, large glass windows, and lush greenery. Wooden benches line the paved path beneath an open metal framework, leading towards a sunlit courtyard.

Two ladies sitting together at a desk, both laughing. Desk has trays full of small beads and scissors, a computer sits in the corner with a keyboard. Red brick wall behind them and a small plant to add some life to the office, Federal mills

Vintage red brick building with heritage timber doors, surrounded by lush green garden, with purple plant life growing throughout. far in the background the famous Federal Mills chimney is standing strong with a blue sky for contrast, All neatly looked after By Hamilton Landscaping

Red brick facade with a peak roof and two lights on top, black steel tbar windows with a door underneath, large lush green tree to the right, bush fence to the left, clear blue sky above - Hamilton Group Geelong

A peaceful courtyard with a mix of green and autumn-coloured trees, wooden benches, and paved walkways. Surrounded by modern glass-fronted buildings with lush greenery, under a partially open industrial-style roof structure maintained by Hamilton Group Geelong

Red brick wall along the left side, with brown vines creeping up the wall, large T-bar windows spread across the wall. Concrete pathways lead to a tall water tower with "Federal Mills" printed on the side. Hamilton Group Geelong

Scenic cafe views through steel feature windows and the space is filled with balustrade and steel framed high tables completed by Harris CustomSteel

Lone water tower stands tall in the air, it has large rust holes and old looking ladder connected to the side and a "Federal Mills" banner across the front, birds are resting on top, Hamilton Group Geelong

Floorplan:

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Want to know more? Call Cam:

Cam Hamilton, Hamilton Group Managing Director - 0412 927 229

Hamilton Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and gather; the Wadawarrung people of the Kulin Nations, and their ongoing connection to the land, sea and community that surrounds us. We pay respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

2022 UDIA Award Winner: Best Urban Renewal Project (National)
2021 UDIA Award Winner: Best Urban Renewal Project (Victoria)
2021 UDIA Award Winner: Best Regional Project (Victoria)

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Federal Mills @ Pivot City

Federal Mills: Geelong’s Premier Professional Precinct

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