Breakwater - Trade Centre

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| Monday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Today - Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Closed on public holidays. Hours may vary - call to confirm.
What We Do at Breakwater
Trade Counter Sales
Walk in or call ahead. Full product range with trade pricing for account holders.
Crane Truck Delivery
Direct-to-site delivery with our crane truck fleet. Scheduled and same-day options available.
Estimation Service
Free material estimation from plans. Quantities and product recommendations within 2 business days.
Cut-to-Size Service
Sheet and timber cutting service available on plywood, particleboard, and framing.
Product Advice
Experienced staff to help specify the right product for your application.
Trade Account Management
Dedicated account manager, 30-day credit terms, and streamlined ordering.
About Breakwater - Trade Centre
Big River Group – Breakwater serves builders and contractors across the Geelong region, Bellarine Peninsula, and Surf Coast. Offering a full range of structural timber, plywood, cladding, and building products with crane truck delivery – and of course a long-history with frame & truss solutions.
Previously known as M.B. Pre-fab in Geelong, Victoria, the business was acquired by Big River Group in December 2018 and is now proudly named ‘Big River Trade Centre – Breakwater’. The Breakwater branch is a multi-award winning roof truss and wall framing manufacturer providing quality timber roof trusses, wall frames and Longreach floor trusses for commercial builders, home builders and owner builders. The Big River Group is commitment to delivering to customers high quality products, personal and knowledgeable service, and supportive before and after sales.
M.B. Pre-Fab was originally established on 5th September 1977, through a need for good quality wall frames, roof trusses and an unquestionable backup service. The company started in rented premises in Belmont with one employee who was with the business for decades, with a proud statement: ‘We only use products we would use on our own homes and business’.
Manufacturer of Roof Trusses – Wall Frames – Floor Trusses
As an award-winning provider, Big River is recognised as a leader in roof trusses. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation for delivering superior products and exceptional service for home builders. Plus our technical support team and quick quote team can review your plans and help you get your project completed faster and more accurately
From quote to delivery made easy
- Send us your plans. Sketch plans, working drawings or full engineering documentation — our estimators can quote from any stage of design.
- Get an expert review. Our team checks roof pitch, span, wind rating and loading before pricing, flagging potential issues early rather than after fabrication.
- Receive your quote. Most quotes are turned around within 1–2 weeks, depending on project complexity and current workload.
- Factory fabrication. Trusses are manufactured to your specific design with final site measurements confirmed 1–2 weeks before your delivery date.
- Delivery to site. Trusses are delivered by crane truck (semi-trailer or tray truck, depending on order size) ready for installation. Lifting to plate is the builder’s responsibility.
- Ongoing site support. Our team offers a 24-hour turnaround on site queries, helping keep your build on schedule
Products at Breakwater
Cabinets & Benchtops
Substrate panels, laminates, and sheet materials for cabinetmakers and joiners building kitchens, vanities, and commercial joinery.
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Cladding
External cladding products for residential and commercial builds - fibre cement, timber, and composite options from Australia's leading brands.
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AAC
Autoclaved aerated concrete cladding panels for lightweight, fire-resistant external wall systems on residential and commercial projects.
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Composite Cladding
Composite cladding panels are engineered external wall systems that deliver the look of natural materials while offering greater durability.
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Fibre Cement
Fibre cement offers one of the widest profile ranges of any external cladding material.
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Decorative Walling
Interior wall panel substrates and decorative finishes for commercial fitouts, hospitality, retail, and residential feature walls.
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Flooring
Structural flooring substrates and engineered timber products for residential and commercial construction, from particleboard sheet to AAC panels.
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Formwork
Formply, steel decking, LVL bearers, and formwork accessories for residential, commercial, and civil concrete construction.
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Frame & Truss
Structural framing timber, LVL, and engineered products for wall frames, roof trusses, and floor framing in residential and commercial construction.
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Plywood
Australian-manufactured structural, marine, and decorative plywood for construction, industrial, and architectural applications.
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Structural Timber
Framing timber, LVL beams, and timber mouldings for residential, commercial, and industrial construction across Australia.
Explore →Recent Projects Supplied from Breakwater
Geelong Waterfront Pavilion
Geelong, VIC, VIC
Products: ArmourPanel Decorative Wall Panel, External Timber Cladding (Spotted Gum)
Contractor: Kane Constructions
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Henley Street Residence
Elwood, VIC
Products: Scyon Linea Weatherboard, ArmourFloor®, Hoop Pine Plywood AA
Contractor: Henley Constructions
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