Ned Gellie had a passion for earthmoving from a very young age playing in the sand pit. While completing his diesel mechanic apprenticeship, Ned gained employment on weekends with local earthmovers, and later worked all over Australia on some of the biggest projects at that time such as the Thomson Dam & Alcoa to gain experience.
In 1983 Ned & Wendy Gellie purchased their first piece of equipment, a Fiat Allis Bulldozer, and then a HITACHI EX200-1 Excavator. The relationship started with Hitachi distributor; Blackwood Hodge who became Marubeni Construction and Mining Equipment and then Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia in 1999. This was the beginning of Gellie’s Earthmoving and the continued Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia Pty Ltd (HCA) relationship.
Gellie’s Earthmoving is a family owned & operated business. In the early days Gellie’s main focus was on soil conservation & agriculture projects, also specialising in and supporting the construction and roads industry. Throughout the years they have also been extensively involved in windfarm construction and work all over Victoria on national railway infrastructure & maintenance projects.
Gellie’s have a wide range of equipment including Bulldozers, Excavators, Tractor & Scoop, Front End Loaders, Grader, Dump Truck, Tip Trucks, Side Tippers & Low Loaders. Gellie’s also have Hi Rail equipment, one of the machines being a Hitachi ZX170-3 rubber tyred excavator.
Gellie's is a leader in infrastructure & maintenance works
Today, Ned Gellie runs the business with his son Jake, together they lead a team of 12 full-time employees with some having worked for Gellie’s Earthmoving for more than 15 years.
From the very beginning, Ned has had a unique fondness and appreciation for Hitachi built excavators. “Hitachi is the only brand of excavators that we have purchased since starting the business, this is mainly due to their performance and reliability,” he says.
“The day-to-day running costs, fuel efficiency, cab layout and operator comfort are second to none. Our team of operators would refuse to operate with any other brand.”
The recent addition of 3 new Hitachi excavators including the ZX290LC-5, ZX85USB-5 and ZX55U-5A has taken the total number of machines to seven in their orange fleet.
Gellie’s Earthmoving has been a Hitachi customer for the last 40 years and credits HCA on their quality products, readily available parts and service coupled with a highly specialised support team working around the clock.
Ned credits his working relationship with HCA’s Victorian Sales Representative Greg Priestley and the local HCA branch, ‘due to their extensive understanding of the industry as well as the needs of Gellie’s Earthmoving business.’
HCA will continue to support Gellie’s Earthmoving and their business operations with reliable, world-class performing machinery and wish them the best with their upcoming railway projects.
For more information on Hitachi’s range of machinery products visit www.hcma.com.au/machinery or phone 1300 HITACHI to speak to our service team.
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Wenco’s asset performance management rebranding introduces APM Track, APM React, and APM Reliability—solutions that transform mining maintenance from reactive to predictive.
📉 APM Track centralises maintenance management
📊APM React delivers real-time asset health &
📈 APM Reliability optimises maintenance timing using expert models.
Together, they boost uptime, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency.
Explore Wenco’s fleet management solutions at the IMARC event, October 21-23, 2025, at the Hitachi stand; D19. Don’t miss it!
Customer Spotlight — Craig Cross Contracting
Craig Cross Contracting recently added a Hitachi ZX38U-5 and ZX65USB-5 to their fleet.
“The service was exemplary — great product knowledge, quick responses, and a perfect fit for our operational needs. The Hitachi excavators are powerful, efficient, and comfortable to operate.”
👏 Thanks to Craig and team for trusting Hitachi and well done to our Tasmanian crew for delivering a first-class experience.
We’re excited to join Elmore Field Days 2025 as an exhibitor!
Come meet the Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia team to chat about our Mini Excavator finance offer and explore our Excavator range.
Our experts are ready to help you find the right machine to power your next project.
📍 Elmore VIC | Oct 7–9
We’re excited to join Elmore Field Days 2025 as an exhibitor!
Come meet the Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia team to chat about our Mini Excavator finance offer and explore our Excavator range.
Our experts are ready to help you find the right machine to power your next project.
📍 Elmore VIC | Oct 7–9
🔗 Learn more about Elmore Field Days: https://www.elmorefielddays.com.au/
Wenco International Mining Systems delivers smart mining solutions that boost productivity, safety, and efficiency. From fleet management to autonomous systems and data analytics, Wenco helps mines lower costs and make smarter decisions — all in real time. ⛏️💡 #SmartMining #DigitalTransformation #Wenco
Excited for IMARC 2025? So are we!
Hitachi and Wenco are proud to be exhibiting at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC), where industry leaders come together to shape the future of mining.
Join us as we showcase how our integrated technologies and smart mining solutions are driving efficiency, sustainability, and innovation across the industry.
📍 Visit us at stand D19
📅 October 21–23, 2025
📍 ICC, Darling Harbour Sydney
Let’s connect, collaborate, and shape the future of mining—together.
Right Size. Right Performance. RIGHT NOW.
Meet the Hitachi ZX130-7H and ZX135US-7H – engineered for contractors who demand more from every dig.
💡 Precise, powerful hydraulics
🔒 Operator comfort and safety
🌱 Exceptional fuel efficiency
📈 Built for lasting performance
Upgrade your fleet with finance from 2.99% for 36 months and see why Hitachi is the name trusted on job sites across Australia.
Visit our website for more information: https://hitachicm.com.au/deals-on-mids/
🚧 Spotlight on the S Series H21 Hitachi ZX170W! 🚧
Now in stock and ready for delivery. The H21 Hitachi ZX170W is engineered to boost productivity on rail projects, offering one of the safest and most dependable solutions in the industry.
Built tough for demanding environments, it delivers versatility, performance, and exceptional safety.
The advanced S Series Rail Guidance System includes retractable rail wheel assemblies that maintain tyre traction and braking control, while the blade’s mechanical twist mechanism complies with strict Australian Standards.
💡 Prioritise safety, reliability, and performance for your next rail job.
Contact us today to secure the S Series H21 ZX170W!
🌟 Another Happy Hitachi Customer! 🌟
A big congratulations to Tim on taking delivery of his brand-new Hitachi ZX55U-5 in sunny Hobart! ☀️
🗣️ Tim shared:
"I’m so impressed with the rapid response from Tony and the quality of the machine. Delivered in perfect condition in no time at all—very impressed!"
🗣️ Tony added:
"Thanks to Hitachi keeping ready-to-go excavator stock in Tassie, we were able to meet Tim’s needs quickly. We’re looking forward to providing ongoing support for the life of his machine."
🔸 Reliable solutions. Delivered fast.
💛 R U OK? Day 2025 💛
Today is a reminder that a simple conversation can change a life. At Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia, the safety and wellbeing of our people will always come first.
This month, we also donated to Beyond Blue to support their incredible programs and resources that provide life-changing help to those who need it most.
If you or someone you know is doing it tough, take a moment to check in, ask “R U OK?”, and remind them they’re not alone.
Let’s break down the barriers to these tough conversations—together.
📞 Visit beyondblue.org.au
for free, confidential support.
💬 Learn more about R U OK? Day at ruok.org.au
Wenco’s asset performance management rebranding introduces APM Track, APM React, and APM Reliability—solutions that transform mining maintenance from reactive to predictive.
📉 APM Track centralises maintenance management
📊APM React delivers real-time asset health &
📈 APM Reliability optimises maintenance timing using expert models.
Together, they boost uptime, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency.
Explore Wenco’s fleet management solutions at the IMARC event, October 21-23, 2025, at the Hitachi stand; D19. Don’t miss it!
Customer Spotlight — Craig Cross Contracting
Craig Cross Contracting recently added a Hitachi ZX38U-5 and ZX65USB-5 to their fleet.
“The service was exemplary — great product knowledge, quick responses, and a perfect fit for our operational needs. The Hitachi excavators are powerful, efficient, and comfortable to operate.”
👏 Thanks to Craig and team for trusting Hitachi and well done to our Tasmanian crew for delivering a first-class experience.
We’re excited to join Elmore Field Days 2025 as an exhibitor!
Come meet the Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia team to chat about our Mini Excavator finance offer and explore our Excavator range.
Our experts are ready to help you find the right machine to power your next project.
📍 Elmore VIC | Oct 7–9
We’re excited to join Elmore Field Days 2025 as an exhibitor!
Come meet the Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia team to chat about our Mini Excavator finance offer and explore our Excavator range.
Our experts are ready to help you find the right machine to power your next project.
📍 Elmore VIC | Oct 7–9
🔗 Learn more about Elmore Field Days: https://www.elmorefielddays.com.au/
Wenco International Mining Systems delivers smart mining solutions that boost productivity, safety, and efficiency. From fleet management to autonomous systems and data analytics, Wenco helps mines lower costs and make smarter decisions — all in real time. ⛏️💡 #SmartMining #DigitalTransformation #Wenco
Excited for IMARC 2025? So are we!
Hitachi and Wenco are proud to be exhibiting at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC), where industry leaders come together to shape the future of mining.
Join us as we showcase how our integrated technologies and smart mining solutions are driving efficiency, sustainability, and innovation across the industry.
📍 Visit us at stand D19
📅 October 21–23, 2025
📍 ICC, Darling Harbour Sydney
Let’s connect, collaborate, and shape the future of mining—together.
Right Size. Right Performance. RIGHT NOW.
Meet the Hitachi ZX130-7H and ZX135US-7H – engineered for contractors who demand more from every dig.
💡 Precise, powerful hydraulics
🔒 Operator comfort and safety
🌱 Exceptional fuel efficiency
📈 Built for lasting performance
Upgrade your fleet with finance from 2.99% for 36 months and see why Hitachi is the name trusted on job sites across Australia.
Visit our website for more information: https://hitachicm.com.au/deals-on-mids/
🚧 Spotlight on the S Series H21 Hitachi ZX170W! 🚧
Now in stock and ready for delivery. The H21 Hitachi ZX170W is engineered to boost productivity on rail projects, offering one of the safest and most dependable solutions in the industry.
Built tough for demanding environments, it delivers versatility, performance, and exceptional safety.
The advanced S Series Rail Guidance System includes retractable rail wheel assemblies that maintain tyre traction and braking control, while the blade’s mechanical twist mechanism complies with strict Australian Standards.
💡 Prioritise safety, reliability, and performance for your next rail job.
Contact us today to secure the S Series H21 ZX170W!
🌟 Another Happy Hitachi Customer! 🌟
A big congratulations to Tim on taking delivery of his brand-new Hitachi ZX55U-5 in sunny Hobart! ☀️
🗣️ Tim shared:
"I’m so impressed with the rapid response from Tony and the quality of the machine. Delivered in perfect condition in no time at all—very impressed!"
🗣️ Tony added:
"Thanks to Hitachi keeping ready-to-go excavator stock in Tassie, we were able to meet Tim’s needs quickly. We’re looking forward to providing ongoing support for the life of his machine."
🔸 Reliable solutions. Delivered fast.
💛 R U OK? Day 2025 💛
Today is a reminder that a simple conversation can change a life. At Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia, the safety and wellbeing of our people will always come first.
This month, we also donated to Beyond Blue to support their incredible programs and resources that provide life-changing help to those who need it most.
If you or someone you know is doing it tough, take a moment to check in, ask “R U OK?”, and remind them they’re not alone.
Let’s break down the barriers to these tough conversations—together.
📞 Visit beyondblue.org.au
for free, confidential support.
💬 Learn more about R U OK? Day at ruok.org.au
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