Nylex Clock

The Nylex Clock is heritage listed as an iconic feature of Melbourne, Australia and is considered part of the popular culture of the city.

It is located adjacent to the northern bank of the Yarra River and the Monash Freeway and displays the time and temperature alternately.

The architectural firm behind the project had assessed the heritage value of the site and did not find the silos historically significant enough to be retained, but agreed the Nylex sign was of value and should be kept.

The 11,340 square metre silos precinct underneath the clock was sold in September 2004 in a deal believed to be worth $8.75 million.

[6] On 29 June 2005 the clock was restarted at 7.24am, amid heavy fog and a live broadcast by radio station 3AW.

The clock again broke down at 5.45am on 6 September 2006 but wet weather hampered efforts to investigate the fault.

Nylex sign and clock which also once showed the temperature will be restored to working order, however the landmark will disappear from Melbourne's skyline for a number of years, as it will be put into storage during construction.

The Nylex Clock viewed from the MCG footbridge
The Nylex Clock, as seen from Hoddle Street, 2024.
The Nylex Clock from the Church Street Bridge
Nylex Clock showing temperature in 2007