HANDCRAFTED in Australia
Since 1876
LEGENDS SERIES
THE OUTBACK CLUB
First released in 2008 to honour Lee Kernaghan being named Australian of the Year, The Outback Club wasn’t just another hat—it was a statement.
Named after one of Lee’s biggest hits, "The Outback Club," this hat became a symbol of resilience, mateship, and the heart of Australian country music. Worn on stage, featured on album covers, and embraced by country music lovers across the nation, the Outback Club Hat is a piece of history.
Don't miss your chance to own this special edition collector's piece, adorned with Lee's signature on every hat.
IT TAKES 6 weeks TO MAKE AN AKUBRA HAT. THERE ARE 162 steps IN THE PROCESS. EACH HAT IS HANDLED 200 times IN MANUFACTURE, PASSING THROUGH 60 pairs OF HANDS. THE YEAR 1876 IS WHEN IT ALL STARTED.
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AUSTRALIA'S MOST ICONIC HAT
OUR WORKSHOP
HANDCRAFTED IN AUSTRALIA
Since 1876
Founded in Tasmania by Benjamin Dunkerley in 1876. This is a story of how hand craftsmanship will always outshine fast fashion. The Akubra hat is built for exploration and handcrafted for toughness and has become a pure Australian icon.
Master Hatters
The Akubra hat can only be mastered by those who truly understand the essence of quality. Our Master Hatters have spent over a century honing their skills and perfecting their craft, ensuring each Akubra hat is designed to last a lifetime of adventure.
Kempsey
Born in Australia. Made in Kempsey. The Akubra encapsulates the very spirit of Australian culture. A culture defined by enthusiasm, courage, boundless adventure and resilience. Akubra exists through family, community, quality and longevity.
THE AKUBRA HAT IS BUILT FOR exploration AND HANDCRAFTED FOR toughness
CARE
MIND YOUR HAT
Designed For Explorers
Crafted For Adventure
Embark on a journey through Australia’s most iconic destinations. From mountain peaks to desert sands, take your Akubra wherever the adventure calls.
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ADVENTURE
STORIES OF AKUBRA
Lee Kernaghan’s Outback Club Hat: A Legend Returns
For fans of Australian country music and timeless craftsmanship, this is a moment to celebrate. Akubra is bringing back a true icon—The Outback Club Hat, famously worn by country music legend Lee K...
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The Original Adventurer
Exploring Australia in an Akubra For over a century, the Akubra has been more than just a hat—it’s been a trusted companion to those who venture into Australia’s vast and untamed landscapes. From t...
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The Cowboys of Akubra
Coming to a Rodeo near you. Every year the countries toughest cowboys and cowgirls meet at Mount Isa Rodeo. The biggest, baddest rodeo in the Southern Hemisphere, right in the heart of the Aussie o...
Read moreLee Kernaghan’s Outback Club Hat: A Legend Returns
For fans of Australian country music and timeless craftsmanship, this is a moment to celebrate. Akubra is bringing back a true icon—The Outback Club Hat, famously worn by country music legend Lee K...
Read moreThe Original Adventurer
Exploring Australia in an Akubra For over a century, the Akubra has been more than just a hat—it’s been a trusted companion to those who venture into Australia’s vast and untamed landscapes. From t...
Read more