The Kingston Powerhouse is a decommissioned power plant in Canberra, the capital of Australia.
It is located in the suburb of Kingston, Australian Capital Territory.
The powerhouse was designed by John Smith Murdoch and constructed from 1913-1915,[1] when the planned city of Canberra came into being.
The Fitters’ Workshop, the second permanent public building, is also in the precinct.
The siren and whistle, which signalled times to Government outdoor workers in south Canberra for many years is included in the listing.