It was located on a seven acre site near the Kangaroo Valley turn-off. 

The 100,000 pound subsidiary factory opened its doors in 1953 and employed locals to produce cycle and car tyres, washers for hydraulic systems in cars and aircraft and moulded radiator hoses for cars and trucks. 

At the peak of its production, the Nowra Leader reported the company was producing three miles of hydraulic brake hose per week. 

They also made lawn mower tyres, sealing rings for milking machines, and did contract work for Government departments. 

When John Bull first began production in its Bomaderry factory, the total staff numbered four, including a foreman. It quickly progressed to employing well over 60 staff members and at the peak of its production, it employed around 200 people. 

The company was owned by two brothers, Hubert and Cecil Burton, based in Leicester, England. 

The Nowra Leader reported that just three years after starting the Bomaderry factory, the firm had gone from strength to strength.

“There is nothing more certain than that a tremendous future lies ahead for John Bull Rubber Company (Australia) Pty. Ltd,” the paper reported. 

“With its traditions and reputation, all its experiences and resources, and above all the ability and enthusiasm of the staff, the company will continue to go from strength to strength.”

Unfortunately, it didn’t last. 

On February, 25, 1976, the Nowra News reported the plant was to close after 23 years. 

The company was already down to 70 employees. The Nowra plant was forced to close due to the downturn in the automotive industry. The following was printed in the Nowra News. 

“At the end of a normal day’s work, the factory will close its doors on Friday, and the majority of workers will either leave the district or will be trying to find work in an already strained labour market in the local area.” 

On July, 29, 2011 the building, which was by then a complex of different businesses, was destroyed in a fire.