Ballarat Food Manufacturing Opens First Australian Manufacturing Site at Cardinia Logistics Estate

Brookfield Properties has secured Ballarat Food Manufacturing Pty Ltd, a subsidiary of the Yida Group, to lease 14,660 square metres of space at Cardinia Logistics Estate in Pakenham, Victora.

The five-year lease, representing Ballarat Food Group’s first manufacturing facility in Australia, includes 14,020 square metres of warehouse space and a further 640 square metres of office space over a 5-year term. It expects production to commence from the estate in mid-2026.

Ballarat Food’s move to Cardinia Logistics Estate follows the recent announcement that Costco has agreed to acquire a 61,860 sqm parcel of land within the estate, located at 60 and 130 Greenhills Road, to establish its fifth Melbourne wholesaling outlet.

Cardinia Logistics Estate is a speculative development, offering flexible tenancy options of between 3,500 sqm to 20,000 sqm. It is a direct beneficiary of local infrastructure upgrade projects and rapid access to the Princes Freeway, providing excellent connectivity and ideal positioning for last-mile storage, warehousing and light manufacturing.

Will Green, Senior Vice President Brookfield Properties in Australia, said: “Recent deals with both Ballarat Food Manufacturing and Costco demonstrates the strong appetite for space in Melbourne’s south-east industrial corridor by global brands.

“Cardinia Logistics Estate has been strategically designed to maximise flexibility for its partners, making it suitable for specialised manufacturing with access to high power, natural gas and cranes. As we near completion of stage one, we are seeing strong inbound leasing enquiry, prompted by the estate’s prime location, low-cost base and approaching availability to occupy.”

Construction on Cardinia Logistics Estate’s first stage at 60 Greenhills Road is advancing rapidly with stage one scheduled for completion in Q4 2025.

Zhong Chen, Founder & Director of Ballarat Food Manufacturing Pty Ltd, said the Group would be established a new flagship manufacturing centre at the estate, reflecting a pivotal moment in the company’s expansion.

“Ballarat Food Group is aiming to produce Australia’s first locally made instant noodles, using high-quality and healthy ingredients such as premium Australian wheat, beef, and seafood. Aiming to offer a nutritious alternative to existing products, the company will promote this proudly Australian brand worldwide, showcasing local produce on the global stage,” Mr Chen said

“We were drawn to Brookfield Properties’ vision for a world-class industrial hub, and their proven expertise in delivering superior assets. The quality of the development, combined with Pakenham's strategic location and exceptional transport infrastructure, makes this the ideal base for our operations.

“This decision is a significant commitment to the Pakenham community. We are excited to become an active local employer and contribute to the region's thriving economy. We extend our gratitude to the Brookfield team for their collaborative approach and look forward to a long and successful partnership.

“This new, state-of-the-art facility will be the cornerstone of our supply chain, enabling us to better serve our customers and support our growth ambitions for years to come.”

Brookfield Properties manages an integrated network of over 480 logistics warehouses, distribution centres, and truck yards across 14 countries globally.