THE Driza-Bone brand is back in Australian hands.
Synonymous with iconic films like The Man From Snowy River, the proudly home grown brand is back under full Australian ownership for the first time in decades.
Bought by private investors in Melbourne, the head office, finance, warehousing and distribution will be relocated to Melbourne, with manufacturing operations to remain in Eagleby, Queensland.
Founder of Country Road, Steve Bennet said he was excited to have joined the company as creative director.
"Our products are made locally, worn here and exported overseas," he said.
Starting in 1898, Mr Bennet said Driza-Bone today employed almost 100 people.
"And with our plant in Queensland we'll continue to make our quality oilskin products," he said.
"It's very pleasing we're now totally Australian owned."
AAP
