Discover an important Geelong story of design innovation, engineering and community impact through a display of two historic Ford ambulances from the 1950s and 1960s at the Carousel on the Geelong Waterfront.
Meet former ambulance drivers, hear their stories and explore these remarkable vehicles up close. Learn about Allan Cummings, a Geelong man whose innovative ambulance designs made a significant impact on healthcare provision and ambulance services across Victoria.
A poster display will reveal the story behind the vehicles, their design and the evolution of ambulance services after WWII.
With Ford and ambulance design both deeply connected to Geelong’s industrial history, this is a chance to discover how local design and engineering helped transform healthcare delivery — demonstrating how thoughtful, human-centred design can solve real-world challenges and improve lives.
